ABOUT US

The Shooting & Hunting Academy is an online learning platform created by an ever-growing community of leading experts who are passionate about the environment, ethical shooting practices and responsible management of wildlife. 

The academy has partnered with industry leaders from a myriad of backgrounds including professional deer managers, gamekeepers, pest control operatives, chefs, and even world champions, to deliver expert-led accredited courses that combine real-world experience with practical knowledge. Designed to fit your schedule, these courses allow you to learn at your own pace while gaining skills, certifications, and knowledge from the very best in field.

A THRIVING COMMUNITY

8000+

CERTIFICATES
ISSUED

170+

APPROVED VERIFIERS
'Field PROS'

20+

BEST IN CLASS INSTRUCTORS

4500+

HAPPY
STUDENTS

Our Vision

At The Shooting & Hunting Academy, our vision is to preserve and promote the time-honoured traditions and hard-earned knowledge of shooting, hunting and wildlife management, through education, innovation, and community. We aim to empower individuals with the skills, knowledge and values needed to responsibly engage in safe, ethical and humane shooting and hunting practices. 

We believe that learning is most effective when it’s accessible, practical, and inspiring. That’s why we’ve created a platform that combines expert guidance, high-quality content, and flexibility to suit
learners of all levels.

All our courses are developed based on three core principles:

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1. Clear, Expert-Led Instruction
Every course begins with a thorough, easy-to-understand explanation of the subject matter. Whether you’re learning about vermin control, deer management, or field-to-fork game preparation, our content is delivered by industry leaders who share their invaluable, real-world expertise.

2. Practical and Applicable Knowledge
We believe that theory only takes you so far. That’s why our courses are rooted in real-world application, ensuring that every lesson is relevant to the field. Whether it be honing your night shooting skills or understanding shot placement, you’ll learn how to apply what you’ve studied in the field.

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3. Flexible, High-Quality Learning
Designed to fit seamlessly into your schedule, our courses are accessible anytime, anywhere, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Each lesson is crafted with exceptional attention to detail, offering some of the best visual quality and clarity available online.

OUR TEAM

Meet our Instructors

Peter S Jones
FOUNDER & CEO | S&H ACADEMY | CAPREOLUS CLUB | COUNTY DEER STALKING

Courses delivered by Peter:
PDS1 | PDS2 | LGMH | ZOO | PDS AV | APC AV

George Digweed MBE
BEST SHOT THE WORLD HAS EVER SEEN

Courses delivered by George:
George Digweed Shooting Masterclass

Tim Weston
DIRECTOR | NATIONAL GAMEKEEPERS ASSOCIATION NGO

Courses delivered by Tim:
Night Shooting Course

Mike Allison
PROFESSIONAL DEER STALKER, TRAINER AND FOUNDER | JELEN PWS
Courses delivered by Mike:
PDS1 | Gralloching & Inspection Course | ADM
Peter Gibbon
PROFESSIONAL DEER STALKER & CREATOR OF 'THE OUTDOOR GIBBON'
Courses delivered by Peter Gibbon:
Highland Deer Stalker Certificate
Niall Rowantree
PROFESSIONAL WILDLIFE MANAGER & CONSERVATIONIST
Courses delivered by Niall:
DMC3
Craig Hartley
GUNROOM MANAGER | BARBURY SHOOTING SCHOOL
Courses delivered by Craig:
Tony Lowry
PROFESSIONAL DEER STALKER & CHAIRMAN | UKDTR
Courses delivered by Tony:
UK Deer Track & Recovery
Frederic Hanner
CEO | BLASER GROUP UK

Courses delivered by Frederic:
Driven Boar Masterclass

Oliver Smith
PROFESSIONAL DEER MANAGER, TRAINER & FOUNDER OF WILDTRACK PRO
Courses delivered by Oliver:
Karolien van der Vorm
FOUNDER OF 360 WILDLIFE & MEMBER OF BPCA EXECUTIVE BOARD
Courses delivered by Karolien:
Night Shooting Course
Josh Brown
PROFESSIONAL SHOT, COACH AND GENERAL MANAGER | BARBURY SHOOTING SCHOOL
Courses delivered by Josh:
Clay Pigeon Shooting Masterclass
Julian Stoyle
DEER GENETICS SPECIALIST & CONSULTANT AT WATATUNGA WILDLIFE RESERVE
Courses delivered by Julian:
Jonathan Holmes
ALBRECHT SOIL SCIENTIST & AGROECOLOGIST
Courses delivered by JONATHAN:
Laura Kahane
ECOLOGICAL CONSULTANT & CONSERVATION RESEARCHER
Courses delivered by Ben:
Tom Douglas
PROFESSIONAL TAXIDERMIST 
Courses delivered by Tom:
Tony Malkin
ENVIRONMENTALIST & AUTHOR
Courses delivered by Tony:
Ben Heath
MANAGING DIRECTOR | DEER BOX
Courses delivered by Ben:
Chris Dalton
PROFESSIONAL DEER STALKER | UK STALKER OF THE YEAR  2019-2023
Courses:
BEN PAGE
REGISTERED NURSE  WITH WAST EXPERIENCE IN THE BRITISH ARMY
Courses:
Megan Rowland
WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT OFFICER | NATURE SCOT
Courses:
Nobby Clarkes
PROFESSIONAL DEER STALKER | TEAM UKDTR
Courses delivered by Nobby:
Alan Haynes
PROFESSIONAL DEER STALKER | TEAM UKDTR
Courses delivered by Alan:

Asimakis Chaniotis
MICHELIN STAR CHEF
Courses delivered by Asimakis:
Lee Watts
PROFESSIONAL DEER STALKER | TEAM UKDTR
Courses delivered by Lee:
UK Deer Track & Recovery
Ashley Edge
PROFESSIONAL DEER STALKER | TEAM UKDTR
Courses delivered by Ashley:
Mr Pigeon
UK'S NO 1 WOOD PIGEON EXPERT
Courses delivered by Mr Pigeon: