No, this is only required if you want to buy your own rifle.  A firearm Certificate would then be needed which is issued by Police Scotland at their discretion. This is not needed to use club equipment.

There is no set age. It is more about someone’s size and ability to support a rifle but could mean from around age12 to 14 years. Parental attendance is encouraged.

Definitely not! - We fully supervise all new members (even those who have shot before) particularly through the probationary period and a member is considered competent.  However our Range Officers are always watching!

Through a guest night if no firearms certificate

No, we don’t expect beginners to have their own kit. EMRC has a selection of rifles and jackets, plus slings, gloves, and telescopes for beginners to use free of charge.