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A.C.E Target Sports

SKYE

Open Tuesday-Saturday for advanced Bookings - Book your Experience Below

If you have any issues with the online booking process, please contact [email protected]

Skye and Lochalsh residents can claim a 20% discount by using the code ILOVESKYE in the coupon section at checkout (does NOT apply to Clay Target Shooting).

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Online booking is not the only way!

If the date or time you require is not showing as available call or email Matt directly.

07880 362 320 – [email protected]

We may still be able to fit you in! Thanks!

A great day out in any weather

Private instructed Experiences in covered ranges at two stunning locations on the Isle of Skye

We offer high quality, target sports experiences of Archery, Axe Throwing, Air Rifle Shooting and Clay Target Shooting, in our main base near Portree on the misty Isle of Skye, one of the most perfect locations for outdoor adventure activities in Scotland.

You can also experience Clay Target Shooting on the at our brand new range located at Fearann Eilean Iarmain.

A great thing to do on a rainy day (or a sunny day… really anytime!), for families, groups, couples, individuals and just about everyone. Our trained Instructors are focused on safety and fun.

A.C.E Main Base – Portree

Axe Throwing

£30PP

Airgun Range

£30PP

Clay Shooting

£30-90PP

Gift the gift of fun! A.C.E Gift Cards are available to purchase online

We also do private Events & Parties!

STAGS AND HENS – BIRTHDAY PARTIES – CORPORATE ENTERTAINMENT

Are you looking for a venue with a difference for your event? Maybe it’s a meeting or a birthday, a hen party or a community event. Do you need a location for a photoshoot or filming project? This is your place!

About A.C.E Target Sports

At A.C.E Target Sports, we’re all about making Target Sports thrilling and accessible for everyone, no matter your skill level!

Our exciting sessions are crafted to ensure that whether you’re a seasoned sharpshooter or trying something new for the very first time, you’ll get the expert guidance and encouragement you need to have an absolute blast. Our passionate instructors are not just masters of their crafts; they’re eager to share their enthusiasm for target sports with you! We take pride in fostering a vibrant and friendly atmosphere where fun and learning go hand in hand.

Picture yourself surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Isle of Skye while perfecting your skills in archery, axe throwing, or clay shooting. Each experience is designed to create unforgettable memories, so rally your friends and family for an exhilarating day out. Join us and feel the rush of hitting your target in one of the most stunning locations Scotland has to offer!

A.C.E Base 2.0 & the Team

Welcome to A.C.E Base 2.0, where a new era of adventure unfolds on the magical Isle of Skye! Reopened in Spring 2023 after a complete refurbishment, this unique 10-acre woodland site is built almost entirely from recycled materials. Enjoy stunning views, a cozy atmosphere, and eco-friendly power from solar, wind, and hydro sources. With a pet-friendly policy, famous on-site dogs, and incredible wildlife sightings, there’s always excitement in the air. The new range complex offers shelter from the elements, ensuring comfort and adventure, whatever the weather!

The A.C.E Target Sports Skye team is led by founder Matt, an experienced instructor with over 25 years of experience instructing outdoors around the world, and includes skilled members like Steve, Melanie, James, and William, who bring diverse expertise in outdoor activities. The team is dedicated to creating engaging experiences and promoting adventure, conservation, and education on the Isle of Skye.

Don’t take our word for it…

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Jason Judges profile pictureJason Judges
15:50 22 Dec 24
We did the Archery and Clay Pidgeon Shooting at the end of November. Matt was a brilliant instructor, we really enjoyed both activities, and will definitely go back when we are in skye.
Ikee Toll profile pictureIkee Toll
22:10 06 Dec 24
Amazing instructors and genuine teachers of an old sport. We did a round of archery and clay shooting with amazing results! You must visit if you're in Scotland.
Lindsey Duga profile pictureLindsey Duga
16:49 27 Nov 24
Loved the archery lessons, loved the vibes, loved the dogs
Billy Perry profile pictureBilly Perry
15:03 23 Oct 24
We had a great time here with clay shooting and archery. Melanie was a fantastic instructor when we were shooting, and we both managed to hit some clays! We had Willow helping us with archery which was really good fun as well, even though the weather was a bit miserable. We'll definitely come back when we visit Skye in the future.
Joe hook214 profile pictureJoe hook214
11:17 19 Oct 24
Mat is a great instructor, great.
We had an amazing time with lots of fun during our session with Matt. All first time shooters, but all managed to shoot at least one clay. But even if this would not have been the case, it would have been an amazing experience! Thank you again Matt!
Dain Devlin profile pictureDain Devlin
21:16 27 Aug 24
Excellent experience, Do not pass up, very fun and professional coaching, Melanie was an outstanding tutor and made it an unforgettable day out.
Petra Van poecke profile picturePetra Van poecke
17:54 24 Aug 24
Best clay target and air rifle schooting place ever. Matt the owner is the best instructor you can ask for. My family ha an awesome time, enjoyed every minute!
ayelet messinger profile pictureayelet messinger
08:18 17 Aug 24
Highly recommend Matt and A.C.E. Had a great time shooting moving targets for the first time. We have no previous experience but with Matt's excellent guidance we were able to learn very fast and successfully shoot those clay plates right out of the sky. Our 13 year olds and our 17 year old loved it and really enjoyed listening to Matt and following his direction as well as safety guidelines. Matt is not only professional but also VERY FUNNY! Thanks from "carrot fingers" and family..
Luciana Sinpetru profile pictureLuciana Sinpetru
15:13 16 Aug 24
Had a really fun time doing archery. Neither me nor my partner had ever tried it before. The instructor was really friendly and super knowledgeable about it. He gave us so much information to improve our shots over the session. We played some fun games and had a little competition as well. Would highly recommend!
James Chapman profile pictureJames Chapman
07:08 16 Aug 24
My partner and I had a shooting session with Melanie this week and it was superb. Melanie made the session good fun and a laugh while keeping it perfectly safe and informative as well as a little bit of healthy competition between us! We highly recommend a shooting session with her while you're visiting Skye!
John Williams profile pictureJohn Williams
11:16 28 Jun 24
Absolutely fantastic experience with Matt. He made the 3 of us welcome, very informative and a bit of competition thrown in too. Highly recommended if you're on the island, we will definitely be back. Don't be scared if it's your first time, I'd never even touched a rifle before and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thanks Matt 👍
Mariya Pugacheva profile pictureMariya Pugacheva
22:19 11 Jun 24
What a great experience! Me and my family have tried archery on our own in a very amateur way and it always felt like guesswork where we would hit the mark. Our experience with ACE was very interactive but also educational. Not everyone will become an expert marksman but some folks will see a clear improvement in their aiming/shooting after instruction from ACE. And they make it fun with different games/goals. Could have stayed there all day!

  • star ratingACE target shooting - clay pigeon - We had an excellent time at ACE target sports. We took part in Clay Pigeon shooting which nine of us (3 adults and 1 14 year old) had never done... read more

    avatar thumb Zoe M
    August 20, 2025

    star ratingA day to remember  - Absolutely fantastic experience, I took my 14 year old son for his first clay shooting experience and from the welcome from Buster (the dog) at the car park to the... read more

    avatar thumb Andrew's J
    August 16, 2025

    star ratingGreat family fun  - Great family fun! We had parents and kids ages 13-23 boys and girls. Everyone had fun and was able to participate. Matt and his team were great at coaching us.... read more

    avatar thumb SFB6812
    August 16, 2025
  • star ratingHighly recommended  - An enjoyable afternoon axe-throwing with family and friends. Very well-organized, fun for adults and kids alike. Highly recommended!

    avatar thumb Lara C
    August 14, 2025

    star ratingA definite must do activity on Skye!  - We’ve enjoyed the full range of activities at ACE over many years of visiting. Matt (now joined by his brilliant assistants, Amelie and Willow) was as ever, a charming host.... read more

    avatar thumb Ian C
    August 14, 2025

    star ratingAn excellent clay pigeon shooting experience  - We had a smashing time! Matt is an excellent instructor, very knowledgeable and enthusiastic, he gave us great advice on how to improve our technique. He is very friendly and... read more

    avatar thumb Kerry D
    August 14, 2025
  • star ratingInstructed Axe Throwing and Archery - Fantastic experience for both of us, Axe throwing and Archery, supported by Will who guided and instructed us through both experiences with a large handful of humour. Having arrived with... read more

    avatar thumb Charlie S
    July 6, 2025

    star ratingThe weather was rubbish but could still do archery and the other sports on offer here  - The weather was the worst but a great visit to ACE sports. Lots of fires to keep you warm and comfy places to sit between gos on archery and air... read more

    avatar thumb Lovvers
    July 5, 2025

    star ratingFabulous fun! Kids say it was their favorite day of our whole trip!  - Can’t say how much fun this was! Matt was absolutely fantastic. We did archery and clay pigeons. He put everyone at ease, was a wonderful teacher and so encouraging! They... read more

    avatar thumb Myrrha S
    July 2, 2025
  • star ratingYouth group visit - a big success!  - Our Boys Brigade group with 15 young people had an excellent morning with Matt and Jack. We had an hour of archery and an hour of axe throwing and everyone... read more

    avatar thumb Neil M
    June 30, 2025

    star ratingOutstanding service  - Had an amazing time, will definitely return! Matt was amazing, The wife and I had a blast at archery, she beat me! 😬 and wont stop talking about... read more

    avatar thumb donna B
    June 28, 2025

    star ratingExcellent Archery Class  - This was such a fun couples activity! Matt was entertaining, knowledgeable, and made sure we were safe. I would recommend his archery class to anyone coming to the isle of... read more

    avatar thumb Chloe F
    June 26, 2025
  • star ratingAbsolutely buzzin - Brilliant, we have done archery and clay shooting at different times, Matt is brilliant with old and young humans, amazing direction and just proper buzzing about it all. Recommend for... read more

    avatar thumb Lei D
    September 24, 2024

    star ratingSuperb intro to clay pigeon shooting  - We had a brilliant time on our first try at clay pigeon shooting. Matt was a great instructor who made everything safe and really enjoyable. Thanks very much for a... read more

    avatar thumb 137MichaelD
    September 9, 2024

    star ratingGreat Fun in Portree  - We had so much fun axe throwing! It was fun for the adults and the children in our group and it was a blast! We'd absolutely do this again and... read more

    avatar thumb Escape05465204049
    September 5, 2024
  • star ratingAxe throwing  - Had the best time, beat my partner at axe throwing, very good teacher, would definitely do this again, would recommend to all

    avatar thumb Donna R
    September 3, 2024

    star ratingTop Gun of a different sort.  - Returned to A.C.E Target Sports to try a new activity in a new location.
    This time we had a family group trying Clays at the new location in Isleornsay.
    We... read more

    avatar thumb tomcro29
    August 29, 2024

    star ratingThrowing axes for fun, who'd have thought!  - My friend and I had the best time throwing axes under Donald's guidance and encouragement. What a laugh! Couldn't recommend this experience more highly.
    Chris

    avatar thumb Chris H
    August 29, 2024

A.C.E Academy Adventure Conservation Education

A.C.E Academy

ADVENTURE • CONSERVATION • EDUCATION

We are extremely proud to work with our local community in engaging young people and helping young people in Skye and Lochalsh to discover and nurture wild places on their way to the discovery award before moving onto the more advanced conservation and exploration certificates.

We are proud to be partnering with Portree and Braes Community Trust in looking after Bayfield Community Woodland in Portree.