Range profile
Big Springs Clay Target Sports
The short version
Big Springs Clay Target Sports is a members-only shooting club in Christiana, Tennessee, offering eight trap fields, skeet, and wobble shooting amid a rustic, youth-focused setting just south of Murfreesboro.
The hits
- Eight trap fields, skeet, and wobble provide multiple clay disciplines
- Clean, well-maintained facility with scenic hill views
- Active youth and SCTP programming with school competitive shoots
- Rustic clubhouse with front porch, rocking chairs, and swing
- Target supplies and field equipment generally well managed
The misses
- Members-only model requires daily or yearly sign-up before shooting
- Restricted weekend hours with unlisted closing times; phone call required to confirm
- Review record contains a reported instance of poor customer service from the owner
About Big Springs Clay Target Sports
Located at 8890 Big Springs Road in Christiana, Tennessee, Big Springs Clay Target Sports operates as a members-only club under Rutherford County zoning, serving shotgun enthusiasts from across Middle Tennessee. The facility maintains eight trap fields alongside a skeet field and a wobble setup, giving members and daily visitors several clay-target disciplines to pursue.
The grounds sit just south of Murfreesboro. A rustic clubhouse anchors the property, complete with a large front porch, rocking chairs, and a porch swing that provide space to unwind between rounds. Beyond the fields, hills rise in the distance, a backdrop that reviewers note distinguishes the range from more utilitarian alternatives.
Access requires membership. The club offers a $5 daily rate, while yearly plans run $100 for individuals, $150 for families, $25 for SCTP coaches, and $25 for SCTP youth. Before shooting, every member must check in at the clubhouse, prepay for rounds, and observe a strict safety protocol. Eye and ear protection are mandatory for participants and spectators alike. Load and unload occur at the station only, muzzles must remain downrange, and the club allows only shot sizes 9, 8, and 7½, with size 9 restricted to the skeet field. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited, and fields close immediately when lightning appears.
Hours are limited to Friday afternoons beginning at 1:00 PM, Saturdays from 10:00 AM, and Sundays from noon. Closing times are not fixed; management advises calling the clubhouse to confirm. Pricing is straightforward: trap and skeet cost $5 per 25-clay round, while wobble runs $6 per round.
Big Springs functions as a competitive hub for youth shooting. The facility hosts school trap teams and SCTP events, and the organization highlights a lineage of state and national champions who have trained there. Reviews reinforce this reputation, with visitors citing the club’s role hosting teams like Riverdale’s and its emphasis on safe, structured shotgun practice for younger athletes.
The facility draws consistent praise for cleanliness, equipment reliability, and an accommodating staff approach, with the owner described as responsive to questions and attentive to target supplies. The source material does, however, contain a reported instance of poor customer service tied to the owner, indicating that interpersonal experiences may occasionally vary. Between the membership requirement, rigid safety rules, and restricted weekend hours, the overall experience leans disciplined and structured rather than spontaneous.
Recurring feedback
What visitors consistently mention
- Facility quality and maintenance: Visitors regularly describe the grounds, equipment, and target supplies as clean, well-maintained, and reliable, with the rural hill backdrop frequently noted.
- Youth programming and safety: The club is repeatedly identified as a competitive home for SCTP and school trap teams, with remarks underscoring a safe, instructional environment for younger participants.
- Atmosphere and clubhouse: The rustic clubhouse and its porch seating are commonly appreciated as a comfortable setting between rounds.
- Customer service variability: While staff are often described as accommodating and helpful, the review record includes an account of a poor service experience, indicating interpersonal consistency may vary.