Defensive pistol shooting as a sport is the use of practical
equipment including full power ammunition to solve simulated "real
world" self-defense scenarios. Shooters competing in Defensive
Pistol events are required to use practical handguns and holsters
that are suitable for self-defense use. No "competition only"
equipment is permitted in Defensive Pistol
matches.
DATE: Fourth Saturday of the
Month TIME: Registration: 10am First Shot:
11am WHERE: Lower Providence Rod and Gun Club, 100-yard
outdoor range COST: $12
Each match will contain four courses of fire.
Registration will begin at 10:00am.
Shooters new to the sport will be required to participate in a brief
safety check and discussion.
First-time shooters are not
required to be members of I.D.P.A., but will need to be for all
subsequent matches. One year memberships cost $40 and can be paid at
the match.
I.D.P.A. equipment is brief and simple. Any
handgun, holster, magazine or other equipment that can reasonably be
used for concealed carry can be used at an I.D.P.A. match. The
minumum caliber requirement is 9mm/38 Special. No more than four
magazines can be carried on you for a single stage: one in the gun,
two in magazine holders and a fourth in a pocket to top the gun off.
More magazines are helpful to keep the match moving smoothly, but
not necessary. 150 rounds of ammunition will be adequate for the
entire match.
In keeping with the spirit of I.D.P.A., all
matches will require a cover garment. Please bring your favorite
form of cover to the match.
Defensive pistol shooting as a sport is the use of practical
equipment including full power ammunition to solve simulated "real
world" self-defense scenarios. Shooters competing in Defensive
Pistol events are required to use practical handguns and holsters
that are suitable for self-defense use. No "competition only"
equipment is permitted in Defensive Pistol
matches.
DATE: Fourth Saturday of the
Month
I.D.P.A. equipment is brief and simple. Any
handgun, holster, magazine or other equipment that can reasonably be
used for concealed carry can be used at an I.D.P.A. match. The
minumum caliber requirement is 9mm/38 Special. No more than four
magazines can be carried on you for a single stage: one in the gun,
two in magazine holders and a fourth in a pocket to top the gun off.
More magazines are helpful to keep the match moving smoothly, but
not necessary. 150 rounds of ammunition will be adequate for the
entire match.