SCOTTISH PISTOL ASSOCIATION

Member of the Scottish Target Shooting Federation
Affiliated to the National Rifle Association
Affiliated to the National Small-bore Rifle Association
Member of the Scottish Sports Association
Supported by SportScotland

Background to who we are

The SPA was formed in 1964 as the Governing Body for Pistol Shooting in Scotland. The initial aim of the association was to get a fair hearing for Pistol Shooters in selections for Scottish International Representation to the Commonwealth Games.

To achieve this aim the SPA set up a calendar of competitions and Championships to provide shooters with the opportunities to compete and train to improve their abilities, leading to the overall development of the sport of Target Pistol Shooting in Scotland. Since 1964 we have developed greatly with a much wider remit and responsibilities.

The modern aim of the SPA is to promote ALL forms of Pistol Shooting (Not just the ISSF disciplines as is thought by some) from grass roots level right through to international standard.

The SPA is a member of the Scottish Target Shooting Federation (STSF) and through this Organisation receives Grant Aid supported by  SportScotland. The SPA is affiliated to the National Rifle Association (NRA) and the National Small-Bore Rifle Association (NSRA) and the Scottish Sports Association (SSA).

The SPA is run by Office Bearers and a Committee, all of whom are voluntary workers elected annually at the AG.M. They are responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Association and organise all of the competitions, Championships and the training of the National Squads, Range Officials and Coaches.