Air Rifle Fundamentals Camp

Air Rifle Fundamentals Camp is designed for experienced to intermediate shooters.

Campers will work through all 3 positions to make improvement in their shooting performance. Each shooter will:

• Spend time in their performance journal
• Learn mental management strategies
• Understand the importance of nutrition and gain performance experience

The camp will have two competitions with the first used to create a baseline and the final to measure enhancement.

Campers will need to bring their own air rifle in a case, air tank adapter and pellets for the training.

Registration

Spots are filled on a first come – first served basis and limited to 16 participants.

Registration Fees

The registration fee includes instruction, camp t-shirt, breakfast, lunch, and snacks.

Age Group

8th – 12th grade

Camp Waiver, Insurance & Medical Information

A few weeks leading up to camp, an email will be sent to you containing the Registration Packet for you to complete. It will include a waiver, medical information, pick-up authorization and camp policies and procedures.

Refund Policy

Parents must provide written electronic notice to the Assistant Director at least 14 days in advance of the camp or academy start date to receive a refund. Refunds will not be considered after the 14 days.

Camp Instructors

Anna Mayo; NRA Level 1 Coach and Former Georgia Southern Rifle Athlete
Cassy Pelton; NRA Level 1 Coach and SSEC Assistant Director

Additional Information

Facilities

The camp will be held at the Georgia Southern University’s Shooting Sports Education Center. The facility features 2-8 lane, 25 meter firearms ranges, 2 classrooms and support spaces.

Shooting Sports Education Center (SSEC)
3271 Old Register Road
Statesboro, GA 30458

Meals

Campers will be provided lunch. Snacks will be provided throughout the camp day.

Equipment

Campers will need to bring all necessary shooting equipment to include air rifle, case, air tank adapter, shooting attire and anything else needed for instruction and competition.

Drop-off/Pick-up

Please see the daily schedule for the drop off and pick up times.

Communication

All information with registered campers will be provided through e-mail to the address provided in the registration materials. Please ensure this address is accurate and that you check it often between registration and the start of camp.

Attire

Shooters should prepare accordingly as the range is air-conditioned and maintains a temperature of 72⁰. Comfortable casual wear and hoodie is appropriate for camp. Appropriate shooting attire to include shooting pants, jacket, gloves, boots and base layers/shooting sweater. Each should bring their own shooting mat, roll and sling. Hearing protection is required for all shooters.

Contact

Please contact Cassy Pelton, Assistant Director – Shooting Sports, with any questions you may have.

Phone: (912) 478-7732
Email: cpelton@georgiasouthern.edu

Schedule

Date	Time	Activity
June 15
	8am	Registration Open – Check-In
	9am	Meet & Greet
	10:15am	Baseline 3×20 Match
	12pm	Lunch
	1pm	Classroom work – Journals/Evaluation
	3:15pm	Range time – Practical application of Journals/Evaluation
June 16
	8am	Review
	9:30am	Kneeling Clinic & Practice
	12:15pm	Lunch
	2:30pm	Standing Clinic & Practice
	3:30pm	Prone Clinic & Practice
	5pm	Wrap-Up

Last updated: 3/18/2024