Tennessee Center for Marksmanship Education

TNCME is a gun safety education and marksmanship program that encompasses the basic elements of safety, education, enjoyment and competition.

  • Gun safey and education
  • Athletes start with .177 caliber air rifle
  • Co-ed sport that gender doesn't play a role
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Safety

Our number one priority. Riflery is a safe sport.

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First Shot

Teaching first shot fundementals starts with basic rules

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Learn

Participants will hone their skills

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Compete

Athletes can compete against others

Gun Safety First

Aiming for Excellence

Don’t let them know your next move We are ready to stuff you like an animal chase your dreams till you win the game.

marksmanship

Always give your best shot

Don’t let them know your next move We are ready to stuff you like an animal chase your dreams till you win the game.

Safety is everything

All participants start with rifle safety and fundamentals.

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Our Mission

The Tennessee Center for Marksmanship Education (TNCME) is committed to promoting firearm safety, marksmanship education, and competitive shooting sports. Our mission is to provide a structured and supportive environment where individuals—especially youth—can develop essential firearm handling skills, deepen their understanding of marksmanship, and engage in responsible and competitive shooting.

Through a focus on safety, education, and competition, we strive to instill discipline, confidence, and respect for the shooting sports while fostering a culture of responsibility and excellence.

Star Safety Is Priority
Star First Shot Fundementals
Star Inclusive Sport
Star Discipline and Patience
Star 4-H Shooting Sports
Star Boy Scouts Merit Badge
Star Girl Scouts
Star JROTC Programs

Chase your dreams till you win the game

“ Sports have roots dating back thousands of years, deeply ingrained in human culture and society. In ancient civilizations like Greece and Rome, sports with religious & cultural rituals ”

Michle Jhon Smith
Web Developer

“ Sports have roots dating back thousands of years, deeply ingrained in human culture and society. In ancient civilizations like Greece and Rome, sports with religious & cultural rituals ”

Michle Jhon Smith
Web Developer

“ Sports have roots dating back thousands of years, deeply ingrained in human culture and society. In ancient civilizations like Greece and Rome, sports with religious & cultural rituals ”

Michle Jhon Smith
Web Developer

“ Sports have roots dating back thousands of years, deeply ingrained in human culture and society. In ancient civilizations like Greece and Rome, sports with religious & cultural rituals ”

Michle Jhon Smith
Web Developer

FAQ Questions

Youth shooting sports teach discipline, focus, and responsibility while promoting firearm safety and marksmanship skills. They build confidence, patience, and teamwork, offering a structured environment where young athletes develop mental resilience and a lifelong respect for safety and precision.

Yes, youth shooting sports can be safe when proper safety precautions are followed. In fact, shooting sports are considered one of the safest activities for young people.

We use two types of air rifles.

Sporter Air Rifle is designed for affordability and accessibility, using basic rifles with limited modifications.

Olympic (Precision) Air Rifle allows advanced rifles with high customization, precision sights, and specialized shooting gear.

Sporter Air Rifle: Only basic clothing (e.g., T-shirts, sweatshirts, and jeans) is allowed—no stiff shooting jackets.

Olympic Air Rifle: Specialized shooting jackets, pants, and boots are allowed to provide stability and reduce fatigue.

Yes, our coaches are certified instructors by 4-H or CMP (Citizen Marksmanship Program).

You can compare Sporter Rifle to Rec League sports, and Precision Rifle to travel team sports. Sporter Rifle is a lower cost of entry with basic gear required. Precision Rifle will cost significantly more as there is more specialized equipment required.