Extreme Pistol Shooting (IPSC)
What is Extreme Pistol?
EXTREME PISTOL (IPSC) is an enjoyable and dynamic handgun shooting sport. Hitting the targets is easy but still challenging.
Tell me more!
As an IPSC shooter, you will use your handgun safely in a recreational atmosphere that will bring you together with others who enjoy the sportsmanship found in handgun ownership and competition.
EXTREME PISTOL (IPSC) is the most exciting shooting sport in the world.
For those of you about to start out, this is how a major match is born. I hope you then realize the effort put out on behalf of the shooters by those who put these events on. This is probably the best done video of an IPSC match being born that I have seen. The visuals and production of this video expertly set the mood for the viewer and takes them on a journey for an inside look at a tremendous event. Congrats to everyone involved! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmzyqaoWy0g&hd=1
Take the Extreme Pistol (IPSC) Training Certification Course (TCC)
Before you can shoot Extreme Pistol, you must take a minimum of 16 hours of training. This training will teach you to compete safely with your pistol in Extreme Pistol competitions.
You must meet these requirements before you can take this training course. If you need pistol lessons, see my handgun training page. (See Joe S's comments in the red bar on the left side of this page.)
During the course you will learn how to safely:
- draw a centrefire handgun from a holster and shoot it
- with two hands
- with right hand
- with left hand
- speed reload; move & reload
- shoot around a barricade
- shoot both kneeling and prone
- move and shoot
- shoot on the move
- shoot reactive steel targets
- and much more!
IPSC TRAINING CERTIFICATION COURSE
BLACK BADGE - THE RANGE LANGLEY
WHERE I TRAIN INDOORS ALL YEAR AROUND
#2 - 9938 201st
Langley, BC V1M 3E9
Info@TheRangeLangley.com
(604)833-4867
Cost and Materials
Contact me as soon as possible as I will be sending all materials, etc. by email before the course date.
You MUST have a membership in IPSC BC to register for the course. Visit https://ipscbc.com/new-member-signup/.
Once you have your IPSC BC receipt for $120 you may then contact me to register for the course.
My IPSC Training Certification Course (“Black Badge”) fee is $300 and includes:
- 16 hours of instruction by IPSC Canada co-founder and longest certified Training Course Instructor, Murray Gardner
- Scoring supplies (targets and tape) and all range equipment
- If you are not a member of the host club, The Range Langley, there will be a $45/day Day Card fee when on the range, the last 2 of 3 days, for a total of $90. You will pay The Range the Day Card fees on the first day of class and sign The Range Langley waiver for range use.
- There is a $100 cancellation fee, without notice on reasonable grounds, 72 hr before the first day of the course to offset expenses incurred
- The class is held indoors so that weather, either too hot or too cold, will not affect the students ability to learn all that is required.
You will need to bring:
- Your own pistol, holster, minimum 3 magazines, and magazine pouches. This Extreme Pistol Equipment Checklist will help you sort it out. If you have questions about the equipment or ammunition, call me to discuss at 604-889-3822 between 9AM and 5PM please.
- Ammunition (min 350 rounds)
Do NOT bring ammunition for the first day of class, only the last two days.
- Refreshments, appropriate clothing to the weather, etc.
- 2018 NROI Rulings
Need to Rent or Buy?
If you don’t have your own handgun, rental of all you need is available directly through The Range Langley.
- Rental cost for a pistol and ammunition is $200 for 3 days (a CZ Shadow or Glock with 3 mags and 400 rounds 9mm Luger ammo)
- Rental cost for an IPSC competition rig is $50 3 days (a belt, holster and 2 mag pouches)
If you wish to buy items instead of renting them, I can supply you with everything you need. Call me to discuss at 604-889-3822 between 9AM and 5PM please.
Official Ruling
In the interest of Safety, NROI Canada will be prohibiting the use of Blackhawk Serpa Holsters and their variants that unlock in the same manner (using the trigger finger to release the firearm above the trigger guard) as of January, 1, 2018. The design of this holster has resulted in many documented accidents; has been banned by multiple law enforcement agencies and other sporting associations. This is covered under rule 5.2.6 – Range Master’s authority – IPSC Canada has deemed it unsafe and its use will not be permitted in any IPSC competitions.
Payment and Pre-work
You are required to pay for your course with EMT or cash at least 7 days before the first session.
On payment, you will receive your course materials and a receipt for payment. You will need this time to pre-read the course material and complete the Open Book exam that will be marked the weekend before the first day and results sent back to you.
The Open Book exam is 50 questions, True/False or multiple choice, that will help you learn the rules you need to be successful at IPSC. All of the answers are in the material you will receive when you register.
You MUST complete this exam the Friday BEFORE the first day of the course. This exam can take up to 1.5 hours to complete. You may find it helpful to use this searchable online copy of the IPSC Rule Book so you can search for keywords.
Training Certification Course ("Black Badge") Schedule
Typically, each course is conducted over three evenings, from 6PM to 11PM although special arrangements might be made, see below. To register, confirm that you meet the requirements, then call me at 604.889.3822.
Please register at least one week before the course date. Dates subject to change without notice.
The 2025 schedule is premised on Mon/Tue/Wed as currently used and the Liberals not completely decimating the shooting sports.
2025 IPSC BLACK BADGE COURSE DATES
- Mon/Tue/Wed Jan 27/28/29
- Mon/Tue/Wed Feb 10/11/12
- Mon/Tue/Wed Mar 24/25/26
- Mon/Tue/Wed Apr 28/29/30
- Mon/Tue/Wed May 26/27/28
- Mon/Tue/Wed June 23/24/25
- Mon/Tue/Wed July 21/22/23
- Mon/Tue/Wed Aug 18/19/20
- Mon/Tue/Wed Sep 22/23/24
- Mon/Tue/Wed Oct 20/21/22
- Mon/Tue/Wed Nov 17/18/19
Want to Know More About IPSC?
For more information about IPSC, visit the IPSC provincial, national, and international sites by clicking on the logos below.
Want to Improve your Practical Shooting Scores?
Learn to Go Prone for Long Shots
At a winter IPSC Training Course, DOC demonstrates what the prone lesson could lead to in your future. The target is at 25m, first shot at 2.50 sec and last shot approximately 5.0; 4 Alpha, 2 Charlie. Note that the gun is kept well away from the weak hand as the weak hand goes to the ground to cushion the drop as the shooter extends to the full prone position. For our friends in Eastern Canada, you will also notice that there is...wait for it...SNOW! Yes, occasionally, up in the mountains, we allow some snow to fall so our ski industry can thrive:)
Don't Let the Course Design Cheat You of a Victory!
 View this clip from Prince George in 2005 and then read this strategy article: Don't Let the Course Design Cheat You of a Victory!
How To Practice Effectively (For Just About Anything) by Annie Bosler and Don Greene
This video link came from one of my assistants on the TCC, Rob C. Take some time to watch it. When you take the TC, it will make more sense.
This less than 5 minute "TED Ed" video reinforces everything we tell students about practice, dry fire and visualization.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2O6mQkFiiw
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