Practical Shooting Training

Delivering Expert training & dedicated coaching

Encouraging you to Excel

Centaur Sporting Academy has developed structured training criteria, across multiple disciplines to help competitors at every level improve their skills.


This ensures consistency in both training delivery and performance outcomes in our three tiered system.


Our training programmes have been created in partnership with world champions and experienced IPSC competitors, bringing proven expertise directly to you, saving both time and expense.


We want you to excel. We want you  to climb the rankings, because your success and happiness is the best advertisement there is.


At Centaur, you will be supported by experienced coaches and instructors who are personable, professional, and above all, dedicated to your progression.


We currently deliver training in IPSC Shotgun, IPSC Mini Rifle and IPSC Long Barrelled Pistol.

The three tiers are Bronze, Silver and Gold, find out more below.

Bronze Tier Training

Your IPSC Journey begins with the UKPSA Safety course.


Here, our most important focus is primarily on safe handling of the firearm and we embed those principles into your competition ethos so that they become a natural instinct in a competition.


You will build a strong foundation, explore the history of IPSC, and take your first step toward safe, skilled competition by completing the UKPSA Safety course in Long, or Short gun.

Silver Tier Training

Build on your foundation for competitive success


Build on the core skills of your chosen discipline.

Develop additional techniques that are crucial to your ongoing progress and success.

These skills are essential if you want to compete with confidence in IPSC Shotgun, Mini Rifle, or LBP matches.

Gold Tier Training

Driving you to Excel


Designed for competitors looking to move beyond the basics and really progress their skill set.

You will tackle advanced challenges, boost overall performance and learn more technical aspects which make every second count.

You will learn that real progression comes with experience, consistency and smart adaptation under pressure.

What do you get when you train with Centaur?

01

Personally Focussed

Your improvement is our fuel to keep going.
We want to maximise your training experience and we will work with you to ensure you get the most out of your range time and budget.

02

Structured Coaching and Progression

Having a structured, measurable training regime in place is important. It will give you clear goals to aim for so you can see focussed improvement and progression at every stage.

03

Experienced Coaching and Instruction

Our courses are carried out by experienced competitors and personable coaches with years of accumulated experience. We have been through the hard won lessons so you don't have to.

04

Provides you value for your Money

Our courses offer unbeatable value for top-tier, focused instruction and will make you feel confident not only as a competitor, but also in yourself.

We can help advise you before you drop money on gear and ammo.

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Meet the team!


Click below to see a bit more about the team and find out who you will be working with.

FAQ Section

Here are some questions asked regularly

  • How much do your training courses cost?

    Courses can vary between £100 to £150 per person depending on area and range charges. 

    However, offers and events come up from time to time, so get in touch to be kept in the know.

    There is a ratio of 6 people to one instructor. 

    We believe this is the best to gain the personal touch.

  • What time can i expect to commit to your courses?

    Courses comprise of:

    1. An interactive presentation via Teams. Usually held week before the range day and lasts 90 minutes.
    2. One day range tuition package. Applying lessons learnt and developing practical skills.
    3. A follow up meeting 2 months later to 'catch up' and check on progress.

  • I have a disability, can i attend?

    Absolutley you can!

    We make every adjustment we can to make sure people have fun no matter their background or abilities. 

  • Do you do discounts for under 18s?

    Yes we do.

    We want to encourage new people into the sport and can now offer discounts on course costs to help support the parents who fund everything.

  • Do i need a licence to shoot a rifle or shotgun?

    Not neccessarily.

    There are certain circumstances and exemptions where you can shoot without a licence. This is well practiced in the industry across the UK on many ranges.


    There are UK regulations to adhere to and forms to sign, along with suitable ID check.

    These will be made before you are permitted to handle a firearm under direct supervision.

  • Do you offer personal or group specialist training?

    Yes we do. 

    We have multiple contacts within the industry which we can use to meet your requirements.


    Get in touch to discuss.