Joining APSI

Applying to join APSI is a simple process, but before you fill in the membership form please ensure you read the rules of membership below.

Rules of Membership Application

The following rules are in accordance with the Articles of Association of APSI

1. Qualification for Fellow of the Association requires that the applicant can show a minimum of ten years regular professional instruction work, plus a minimum of fifteen years general shooting experience. Please note that potential Fellows must first complete a minimum of two years as a Member of the Association.
2. Qualification for Member of the Association requires that the applicant can show a minimum of five years regular professional instruction work, plus a minimum of seven years general shooting experience.
3. Qualification as an Associate requires that the applicant can show a minimum of three years regular professional instruction work, plus a minimum of five years general shooting experience.
4. Each applicant must be proposed by two current Members or Fellows of the Association, or a current Committee Member.
5. Each application will be subject to examination by the Membership Committee.
6. The successful applicant will be required to undergo and pass the Association’s Safety Examination prior to the grade being confirmed.
7. Applicants must hold a valid shotgun certificate and/or firearms licence.

Apply for membership

If you would like to join the Association of Professional Shooting Instructors as a Member or Associate, please download the membership form

Included in the download are the requirements for membership. Please provide a comprehensive CV, detailing your coaching experience and places of work. If you have qualifications gained from other Shooting organisations please detail these along with relevant dates.

Current APSI members

All of our current members can be found on our APSI Coaches pages.

Current members who wish to update their profile please visit the Member Area