Adult shooter looking for coach and gear advice

[rsadek]

Hi All,
During high school and college, I used to compete in smallbore and air rifle. Now I'd like to get back into it, but things have changed quite a bit. I'd like to link up with a coach locally or remotely and to discuss which (air rifle) gear might be appropriate for returning to the sport. Any suggestions on how to find a coach, especially one who works with experienced adults? How effective is remote coaching (e.g. with SCATT) ? Any suggestions on air rifles are welcome as well!
Thanks!

[40xguy]

you'd like to find a local coach....
where is "local?"

[jhmartin]

Your location?

[rsadek]

My location is Columbia, Maryland

[sureshot007]

Isn't there a range at the NRA nearby? I'd bet that someone there would be qualified.

[bdutton]

Arlington Junior:

https://www.facebook.com/arlingtonrpc.junior.9

Its a junior team but they have coaches that may be able to help.

[ems_allen]

As far as rifles this would be a great rifle i was interested but my son is still a little young for that one
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/878071957

[pfiori]

Sent you a PM with some info.

[rsadek]

Thanks everyone for the helpful suggestions! I feel like I'm on the right track now and am delighted!

[CTFish]

Buy a CMP Daisy. Might scratch the itch alone, but then you'll surely need more.

[Bodhi]

Buy a CMP Daisy. Might scratch the itch alone, but then you'll surely need more.

I am sort of in the same place as the Original Poster, is there a way an individual not in a club can buy from the CMP?

I am unsure if there are clubs/coaches near Boston MA.

[bdutton]

Buy a CMP Daisy. Might scratch the itch alone, but then you'll surely need more.

I am sort of in the same place as the Original Poster, is there a way an individual not in a club can buy from the CMP?

I am unsure if there are clubs/coaches near Boston MA.

Start here.

https://thecmp.org/training-tech/state-director/

[marky-d]

The Daisy 853s can be purchased without club affiliation (or at least they used to).

marky-d

[bryan123]

The CMP 853 is only $120 and the accuracy is awesome.

You don't need to be a member.