WOMEN SUPPORTING WOMEN

Ladies Introduction to Shooting

Supportive, fun and empowering shooting experiences for women of all experience levels across the East Bay.

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LADIES PROGRAM

Ladies Introduction to Shooting

Introductory clinics for women

Diablo Shooting Sports offers ladies-focused introductory shooting clinics in a supportive, non-intimidating environment. Everything is taught from the ground up — safe handling, range etiquette and the fundamentals of marksmanship — by patient instructors who want you to succeed.

What you’ll learn

  • Firearm safety rules and safe handling
  • Range etiquette and procedures
  • Stance, grip, sight alignment and trigger control
  • An introduction to different disciplines, which may include pistol, rifle, shotgun and archery
Learning sight alignment on the pistol line Trying a rifle under close supervision Steady grip, eyes on the target Shooting a revolver at an indoor range

Many women who start in an introductory clinic go on to try other disciplines, join our programs, and become volunteers and mentors themselves.

Clinic dates and registration are posted on our PractiScore club page.

An instructor shows a participant how to load at the bench
Patient, one-on-one coaching from start to finish
WHAT TO EXPECT
  • A safety briefing before anyone handles equipment
  • Small groups and close, one-on-one coaching on the line
  • A patient, judgment-free atmosphere — questions encouraged
  • Eye and ear protection on the range at all times
  • Fun! Most participants leave asking when the next session is
SIGN UP ON PRACTISCORE Questions? Contact us
Who
Women of all experience levels
No experience required
Format
Small-group introductory clinics
Safety-first, hands-on instruction
Equipment
Loaner equipment available
Eye & ear protection required
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Register for a Ladies clinic on PractiScore

We use PractiScore, a free online event registration site, to list upcoming Ladies Introduction to Shooting clinics. Visit our club page to see open dates, read the details for each session, and reserve your spot. You’ll need a free PractiScore account to register. Space is limited, so sign up early.

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Program leads

[Ladies program lead name(s), photos and short bios] • [email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this only for complete beginners?
No — we welcome women of all experience levels. Many intermediate shooters attend for the community and to try new disciplines in a women-focused setting.
What activities are covered?
Clinics focus on safety and fundamentals and may include pistol, rifle, shotgun and archery depending on the session.
Do I need my own gun?
No. Loaner equipment is available for clinics. Many participants eventually purchase their own gear as they get more involved.
What if I’ve never shot before?
Perfect — these clinics are designed exactly for that. Everything is taught from the ground up in a patient, non-judgmental way.
Is it women-only?
The introductory clinics are ladies-focused to create a comfortable, supportive environment.
How do I sign up?
Register online through our PractiScore club page, where upcoming clinics are listed. Space is often limited, so early registration is recommended.
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