I really want to get involved in IDPA, but am apprehensive since I don't know how and am worried about shooting in situations outside of, you know, the range or an advanced class. Any suggestions, anyone?
hmmm. Same as above, never shot at one before, so I might watch. But at the least it'll be a nice time to network some.
You both need to come out equipped to shoot. You really might regret just coming to watch. Hate to see you do this: :banghead:
If you can hit a head shot and/or a center mass shot, then you're already on your way. The next step is simple: Follow directions for the course of fire (each stage). No better way to practice situations outside the classroom or range than to go to an event such as this.
You'll get the practical situation with absolutely no pressure to be fast. Go at your own pace, shoot for accuracy and don't worry about your actual time. Your time success will come quickly. Those that focus on time tend to falter with accuracy from time to time. Shot placement is key.
To give you an example from the July 3rd match. The scenarios were set up with 2 for procedure and accuracy then 2 for speed and accuracy. Trust in this, the procedure penalties can rack up in a big hurry. At that shoot, even some of the top times weren't as fast as they could or should have been.
goalsetter came out with the intent to shoot at his first one. Glad he did too, he shot quite well for his first run. He's been to 2 of them now and I honestly think he's permanently hooked. By the way goalsetter, I'm throwing down the gauntlet at the match. I beat myself pretty badly with procedural penalties and I intend to correct that issue this time around. Are you planning on staying for a side match if they have one?
Will you other shooters need directions to the range? We'll likely use the Kum and Go at 13 and 32 as a rally point again, departure time from there will be 8am sharp. If you're late, you're on your own getting from the station to the range. Of course, if you need directions we'll gladly provide directions, GPS coords, and the address.