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Newbie Information
So you want to find out more about IPSC Alberta and what IPSC shooting is all about? Where do you start?.. Luckily we have all
gone through this phase of the sport and one of our strengths is supporting the new shooter with all the info they require.
Follow this along and you will be shooting with us in no time at all!
So here we go!
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1) What is IPSC?
- How did it start?
- Why did it start?
- What has it become today?
2) Principles of IPSC
- Why do we shoot IPSC?
- Who can shoot IPSC?
- What do I learn from shooting IPSC?
3) Getting Started in IPSC
- What equipment do I need?
- Safety Rules
- Range Commands
4) Choosing Your Equipment
- Choosing a Division
- Choosing a Gun
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IPSC Manitoba
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E-Mail: ipscman@mts.net
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Now before you run out and buy all your equipment I STRONGLY recommend that you go to a local IPSC match and talk with active
shooters. Most of us know what PROPER equipment is needed to get started. Have you ever run out and bought something only to
find in your haste to get going quickly you bought the wrong stuff?
You don't want to do this in IPSC.
I'll be honest, this is NOT a cheap sport/hobby, and if you buy the wrong equipment off the start it just means more $$$ out of your
pocket in the long run. So my point is do it right the first time!.
The best advice is to show up at a match and ASK questions. IPSC shooters love to talk and most take pride in showing you their gun.
If you ask nicely most will even let you shoot their gun. This is the key to finding out what you like. Try to shoot as many competitors
guns as humanly possible. Then sit back after watching a match and listen to competitors debate/argue over what is the best gun
out there. In the end it will come down to your decision of what feels and shoots the best for YOU. Ask the shooters where they
buy there equipment, do they have a favorite gunsmith?, can I shoot your gun again?
Also in Canada all new shooters are REQUIRED to take a Black Badge Training
Course. This course teaches you over (2) days
how to draw from a holster, reload on the run, IPSC safety rules and range commands, and much much more!. This course is very
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So all bogged down with info??? Here is the skinny :
1) Get your FAC
2) Find the RIGHT gun for you and buy it!
3) Get familiar with your gun.
4) Buy your equipment (Holster, Mag Pouches, Etc.)
5) Take our Black Badge Training Course.
6) Join IPSC ALBERTA!
7) Practice, Practice, Practice.
8 ) Get your range permits.
9) Come out to shoot a match.
10) Have Fun!!!!!
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