How it works
Step 1 - Book a visit
Make sure you have an A-cat firearm licence - then book a non-shooting visit to the club. Tour the club rooms and ranges, meet training coaches, fellow members and get oriented to safety zones and club conduct.
Step 2 - Safety & training
Receive your training manual and log book. Complete a minimum of 12 signed-off visits with senior coaches covering safe handling and range rules.
Step 3 - Club Matches
As your log book progresses - join weekend competitions. Shoot with club pistols until you have your own, train alongside senior club members and gain valuable experience.
Step 4 - Your own pistol!
We test your knowledge (safety & rules), then the club endorses you, police vet you, and you receive your endorsement. Now you can purchase your own pistol.
What to expect
Below is a breakdown of the key items to consider during our onboarding process.
Joining the club & Initial Training
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Must hold a current A-cat NZ firearms licence
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Complete Membership application.
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Issued club ID badge and Training Manual.
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Complete 12 training sessions over 6 months before endorsement.
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Probationary membership is a minimum of 12 months regardless of prior experience.
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Attendance & training obligations must be met;
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Probation period may be extended or membership may be cancelled if not a good fit for the club environment and ethics.
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Book training via the website before each shoot.
Applying for Your Pistol Licence (Endorsement)
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Must hold a current A-cat NZ firearms licence.
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Must be a member of APC for at least 6 months.
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12 recorded shoots signed-off in your Training Manual.
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Pass Safety Test and Club Range Officers Test.
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Training Officer helps submit forms to the Committee.
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Committee endorses your application for a B'endorsement
Maintaining Your Pistol Licence
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You must record a minimum of 12 shoot activities per year.
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You must remain a financial member of APC & PNZ.