The National Shooting Complex is the headquarters of the National Skeet Shooting Association (NSSA) and the National Sporting Clays Association (NSCA). It is an outdoor clay-target facility spanning 696 acres of San Antonio countryside at 5931 Roft Road. It is open to the public on Thursdays and Saturdays, and on Wednesdays and Fridays for NSC members.
The grounds include 45 skeet fields, 47 trap fields, 5 sporting clays courses (with the ability to add more) and 2 NSCA 5-Stand fields. Lights allow clay target shooting after dark, and a lighted stadium accommodates 1,000 spectators. This is a shotgun facility; skeet, trap, sporting clays and 5-Stand are the disciplines offered. Gun rental is available.
The complex hosts national and world-level tournaments, including the World Skeet Championships, the National Sporting Clays Championship, the World English Sporting Clays Championship and the ACUI Intercollegiate Clay Target Championships. It is also the home club for many San Antonio-area shooters and runs public events such as Wednesday 100-Target Skeet Shoots and registered sporting clays shoots. The events calendar lists upcoming public events.
Instruction covers basic to advanced levels, including skeet and sporting clays lessons and clinics, plus NSSA and NSCA instructor and referee certification. Instructors can also be provided for corporate and group events. A museum and the NSSA and NSCA Halls of Fame are on site.
On the property are a clubhouse with a large patio, on-site catering, meeting spaces, a large 3/4-enclosed pavilion for meetings, banquets and parties, and 180 RV sites with electrical and water hook-ups. The staff handle charity fundraisers, corporate and private group outings, and non-shooting events for groups from 10 to 10,000.
At a glance
Range type: Outdoor, Shotgun, Training / Classes
Distances: Skeet: 45 fields. Trap: 47 fields. Sporting clays: 5 courses (more can be added as needed). 5-Stand: 2 NSCA fields. Lights available for after-dark clay target shooting.
Access: Open to the public
Good to know: Memberships available · Beginner friendly · Private lane / facility rental · Hosts competitions · Food service on site · Lodging available
Credentials
Affiliations: Headquarters of the National Skeet Shooting Association (NSSA) and the National Sporting Clays Association (NSCA); official charity: Kids & Clays
Services, training & programs
Open public shooting on Thursdays and Saturdays
Member-only shooting days on Wednesdays and Fridays
Regular Membership: $200 — NSC membership is valid for the current calendar year and expires December 31. NSSA or NSCA membership is valid for the current target year. Member rates and round cards are valid during open public shooting dates only.
One-year NSC membership
Membership to NSSA or NSCA (member's choice)
Spouse and dependent children included as Associate Members, each with a membership card
Member shooting rates
Access on member-only days (Wednesdays and Fridays)
Guests at member rates (limit of 2 visits per guest per membership)
Current NSSA-NSCA Member Membership: $150 — $50 discount for current NSSA or NSCA members. NSC membership expires December 31. Visiting NSSA and NSCA members outside a 75-mile radius receive member rates.
One-year NSC membership
Membership to NSSA or NSCA (member's choice)
Spouse and dependent children included as Associate Members, each with a membership card
Member shooting rates
Access on member-only days (Wednesdays and Fridays)
Guests at member rates (limit of 2 visits per guest per membership)
Training & classes
Skeet Lessons & Clinics (NSSA): Contact for pricing — Contact Stephanie Haga, shaga@nssa-nsca.com or 210-688-3371 ext. 262.
NSSA Skeet Instructor Certification: Contact for pricing — Contact Stephanie Haga, shaga@nssa-nsca.com or 210-688-3371 ext. 262.
NSSA Skeet Referee Certification: Contact for pricing — Contact Stephanie Haga, shaga@nssa-nsca.com or 210-688-3371 ext. 262.
Sporting Clays Lessons & Clinics (NSCA): Contact for pricing — Basic to advanced levels.
FITASC Referee Certification: Contact for pricing — Only available from Referee Instructors. Contact Glynne Moseley, gmoseley@nssa-nsca.com.
Corporate and group firearms instruction: Contact for pricing — Firearms instructors provided for corporate or other group events at the complex.
Packages & experiences
Corporate and private group outings: Contact for pricing — From simple refreshments and a recreational shoot to large competitive or corporate events with full meals.
Charity fundraiser shoots: Contact for pricing — Customized shooting events in many disciplines for any size group.
Non-shooting events, meetings and banquets: Contact for pricing — Meeting spaces, clubhouse with patio, and 3/4-enclosed pavilion; on-site catering available.
Membership rates and round cards are valid during open public shooting dates only. Open to the public Thursdays and Saturdays; Wednesdays and Fridays are for NSC members. Rates listed from the NSC rates sheet updated 9-4-25.
Prices are published by the range and can change — confirm before you visit.
Plan your visit
What to bring: Shotgun (any gauge, shoulder mounted, able to fire at least two shells), a box of 25 shells in the same gauge, a shell holder worn to carry ammo, ear plugs and eye protection (both mandatory).
Ammo policy: Bring one box of 25 shells in the same gauge as your gun. For skeet, the preferred shot size is #9 and nothing larger than 7-1/2 should be used. Any gauge shoulder-mounted shotgun that fires at least two shells is allowed.
Age policy: No minimum age published; a youth rate is offered. Spouse and dependent children are included as Associate Members with a membership.
Rental requirements: Shotgun rental is $10 for members and youth and $15 for non-members.
First-timer tips: Go directly to the sign-up desk inside the clubhouse to pay for your round and be assigned to a field. Tell fellow shooters and referees that you are new; the site says sporting clays shooters are glad to help beginners. Load only when on the station, in the box, on your turn.
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Members only (hours not published)
Thursday: 9am - 9pm
Friday: Members only (hours not published)
Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday: Closed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the public hours at the National Shooting Complex?
The range is open to the public on Thursdays and Saturdays. Google lists Thursday 9 AM to 9 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM. Wednesdays and Fridays are open to NSC members. Call (210) 688-2542 to confirm.
Where is the range located?
5931 Roft Rd, San Antonio, TX 78253. The site notes it is a short drive from San Antonio International Airport.
How much does a round of skeet or trap cost?
A 25-target round of skeet or trap is $10.75 for non-members, $9.00 for members and $8.00 for youth.
How much does sporting clays or 5-Stand cost?
Sporting clays is $0.62 per target for non-members and $0.52 for members and youth. A 25-target round of 5-Stand is $12.25 non-member, $10.25 member and $9.25 youth.
Can I rent a gun?
Yes. Gun rental is $10 for members and youth and $15 for non-members.
Do I need a membership to shoot?
No. The public can shoot on Thursdays and Saturdays at non-member rates. Membership is $200 per year, or $150 for current NSSA or NSCA members, and includes membership in NSSA or NSCA. Members can also shoot on Wednesdays and Fridays.
Who is covered by a membership?
The enrolling member's spouse and dependent children are included as Associate Members and each receives a membership card. Members can bring guests at member rates, limited to 2 visits per guest per membership.
Do visiting NSSA or NSCA members get member rates?
Yes, visiting NSSA and NSCA members from outside a 75-mile radius receive member rates.
What do I need to bring?
A shotgun, a box of 25 shells in the same gauge, a shell holder, and ear plugs and eye protection, which are mandatory.
What is the ammunition policy?
For skeet, use shot no larger than 7-1/2, with #9 preferred. Use the correct gauge and shell for the game being shot, and ask management what is appropriate.
What happens when I arrive?
Go to the sign-up desk inside the clubhouse, pay for your round and be assigned to a field.
What classes are offered?
Skeet and sporting clays lessons and clinics, NSSA Skeet Instructor and Referee certification, NSCA Sporting Clays Instructor and Referee certification, and FITASC Referee certification. Classes run from basic to advanced levels. Contact the NSSA or NSCA staff listed on the site for pricing.
Can I book a corporate or group event?
Yes. The complex hosts corporate and private outings, charity fundraisers and non-shooting events for groups from 10 to 10,000, with on-site catering, and can provide instructors.
Is there RV camping?
Yes. The complex has 180 RV sites with electrical and water hook-ups.
What is the National Shooting Complex known for?
It is the headquarters of the NSSA and NSCA and hosts the World Skeet Championships, the National Sporting Clays Championship and the World English Sporting Clays Championship.
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