I am starting an IDPA 101 class. This class is specifically based for those who want to start shooting IDPA matches for fun, practice or competition. This is NOT a Defensive Handgun class and nothing in this class should be considered "training" for any Defensive Handgun situations.

IDPA is the International Defensive Pistol Association. They put on matches/competitions all over the country. The basic principle is to put on matches using common everyday defensive carry guns and gear. So you won't see or compete against any "race guns" with optic red dot sights and compensator's. IDPA is not training but it is great practice for gun handling skills and shooting. You get to shoot and move, move while shooting, shoot multiple targets, shoot moving targets, shoot from kneeling and prone positions. IDPA is a competition because you are timed and scored each time you shoot. But you don't have to shoot it as a competition, a lot of people shoot it just for the practice and don't care what their final score is at the end of the day.

So you can get an idea of what happens during a match, here is a video from my last match in Puyallup.





This class is based toward people who have never shot any type of pistol match before and will focus on IDPA rules and regulations. So we would start from Range Commands and basic drawing and reholstering your gun. We will also cover; Safety and Range Procedures, Equipment & Gear, Divisions & Classifications, Basic Shooting Drills & Reloading Techniques, Stage Procedures, Scoring & Penalties, Shooting from Cover & Target Engagement. At the last part of the class we will setup two IDPA legal stages and shoot them and score them as if they were a real match.

Right now I have two dates available, Friday June 1st and Sunday June 17th. I am only taking a max of 6 people for each class. I will add more dates if the interest is there. I expect the class to take about 6 hours and 300 rounds of ammo should be enough.

The classes will be held at Renton Fish & Game Club. The cost is $45 per person.

Please post here if interested and I will contact you with registration info.

Thanks!!!

What times are you looking at for those dates.

I'm interested and my have a friend also.

Me in! Thanks. (Sunday if possible, could do Friday if needed).

Put Marie and I down for June 17th.
Thanks!

Awesome! I'm in for Friday, June First!

sounds like im in that category!
how long does the class last for?

The class will start about 11am and last till about 5-6pm.




Which day are you interested in?

Just to recap...

Friday, June 1, 2012 10-5pm
OR
Sunday, June 17, 2012 10-5pm

Cost is $45


Great low stress way to get started in either IDPA or see what is offered for those focused on self defense as many of the skills are key skill builders (draw, multiple targets, using cover, mag changes, etc).

Damon is a great guy! I would highly recommend.
As you may know or not... he shoots a lot of IDPA matches all over Washington and has been top in his category (so he can shoot). Also get a short video!

I would like to attend the June 1st class, if there is room

Susan

Welcome to WaGuns, Susan. We're glad to have you here.

To echo what oldkim said, Damon is a great guy and obviously knows his stuff when it comes to IDPA. I would definitely recommend jumping on this to anyone who is interested in trying IDPA-style shooting.

I've done it. It's FUN.

The Missus' birthday is June 18, so I'd like to give her the 101 class on June 17 as a present as long as she can use our Bersa Firestorm 22LR pistol and holster. Let me know how to proceed.

if there's a room for june 17th i'll take it please!

edit...
what are the mandatory items do i need to bring for this?

I am interested in the Sunday, June 17th session.

Thanks Guys!!!




That's fine, the holster needs to be stiff enough so you don't have to hold it open with your other hand to reholster. We will do a lot of draws and reholstering. Have at least 3 mags. Mag pouches would be good too but you can keep them in your pockets and reload from there. We will do a lot of reloading practice too.




IDPA 101 Equipment List

• Your own handgun. Any caliber as long as you have a holster and mag pouches for it.

• Three magazines or speedloaders, plus a belt holder or pouch for them.

• Belt holster with covered trigger guard, Outside Waistband or Inside Waistband (no fanny packs, shoulder holsters, small-of-the-back holsters or soft, collapsible holsters, please).

• 300 rounds of ammunition.

• Ear protection and wrap-around safety glasses (eye protection).

• Some kind of cover garment. Vest, jacket, long shirt or something to cover/conceal your gun.

• Appropriate clothing for the weather.

• A billed baseball cap. (Recommended)

• Snacks, food and drink for lunch. (Recommended)

Looks like Sunday the 17th is full. I can start a waiting list and I'll try to find more dates.

For Friday the 1st I have:
Pritch
Northsoutheastwest
Gwaugh


For Sunday the 17th I have:
H-Minus +1
DocNugent
8shotz_Zerokills
Kalopsia
Jim1019 from SGN

I will PM everyone on how to register soon!!

Thanks!!!