Beginner's Guide to Shooting Competitions-IDPA


Working with your firearm at a shooting competition isn't only a great way to get to know your weapon, it's also a great way to get to know other shooters. Whether you prefer a pistol or a rifle, shooting on your feet or on a horse, these competitions have something to offer everyone. The Beginner's Guide to Shooting Competitions series takes you through a variety of matches to help you find an event that's right for you. What is IDPA? In this episode Ruger looks at what is needed to participate in any one of the numerous International Defensive Pistol Association events that take place across the country. Match Director Jim Dunham tells you what you need to know to have a safe time during this exciting event.


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IDPA Promotional Video


This IDPA promotional video was made by one of our club members. It was filmed at South River Gun Club in Conyers, GA. Greater Atlanta Defensive Pistol Associaton - www.gadpa.com


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Episode 20 - Shooting your first IDPA match


First time shooting IDPA? Not sure what to do? Let Steve and Rick walk you through what to expect at your very first IDPA match, the do's, don'ts and general etiquette of competitive pistol shooting.


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IDPA Drills


Dave Sevigny of Team GLOCK concealed pistol shooting demo, February 2009. Includes shooting from low cover, shooting on the move, body armor drill with slide-lock reload, two shots-freestyle, strong hand only, support hand only, magazine change with retention, one shot slide-lock reload and two shot slide-lock reload.


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2010 Washington State IDPA Championship - Loke, 13 Stages


I took part in the August 2010 Washington State IDPA Championship today and came in as the top Sharpshooter in the CDP Division. The courses were VERY elaborate, and challenging, especially the long range and prone stages. This Championship was organized, setup and executed amazingly well by the NWPPA (nwppa-idpa.com My thanks to everyone involved!


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IDPA in Nampa ID with an M&P9


It's not USPSA, but I wanted to do some shooting with my carry gun.


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Massad Ayoob - Why IDPA ??


Mas takes time out after his MAG-40 to describe what IDPA is all about. The red flash before the yellow flash in the slow motion is not retouched - not sure what caused it, but I thought it was kind of cool. Thanks for watching, and thanks to Mas for his generosity! music eldudio Guitarra de Noche, used with permission


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IDPA Learning Curve


Here's footage of my newbie shooting mistakes as well as of the smooth style of master shooters like Massad Ayoob and Gail Pepin. I added many comments in the hope of introducing IDPA to more shooters. I hope they are not distracting to more experienced IDPA shooters. Please join in on the comments! Constructive comments welcome. Thanks to my classmate who filmed me while I was shooting! It's great to have that memory recorded, mistakes and all. Music eldudio, used with permission.


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IDPA World Championship 2011


Held at the Universal Shooting Academy Range in Frostproof, Florida - the IDPA World Championship features competitors from around the world in 27 punishing stages without pause for inclement weather or soaring temperature. Following several teams from start to finish in the competition, the action only pauses for Shooters to break down the unique challenges of each stage in after-action interviews detailing how they identified and overcame each event. Closing with a privileged look inside a post-match Shooting Sports Clinic, where the top shooters provide workshops to improve their skills, IDPA World Championship 2011 is a complete package that will allow you to relive this world-class event from beginning to end. Now available from Panteao here: www.panteaoproductions.com


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IDPA Classifier


Ben Stoeger Shooting the IDPA Classifier on 4-15-09 No Barrel was available, so a half barricade was substituted instead.


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Introduction to IDPA - a Tutorial for Beginners


This is a brief introduction to What (IDPA) International Defensive Pistol Association is, the equipment, a quick overview of the rules and how the scoring works. Range Officer Commands: 1. Load and make ready 2. Shooter Ready 3. Standby (beep) 4. RO Warnings are: Stop, Muzzle, Finger or Cover 5. Unload & show clear 6. Slide forward 7. Hammer down (means pull the trigger) 8. Holster 9. Range is Safe (or Clear) Time Penalties: Procedural Error (doing something wrong) = 3 seconds Failure to Neutralize = 5 seconds Hit on non-threat target = 5 seconds (per target) Target miss (aka Mike) = 5 seconds Failure to do right (FTDR) = 20 seconds FTDR is when the competitor behaves or performs in a way not acceptable to the spirit of IDPA. One example could be dumping rounds in a target at a particular location of a stage in order to perform a more timely reload and obtain a competitive advantage. Tactical Priority: Slicing the pie or engaging targets as they become visible. Tactical Sequence: Targets that have equal threat are engaged with one round each and then followed up by additional rounds to neutralize them. Holster requirements: - to be mounted at the seam line of the pants - gun breech face must be at or above the center line of the belt - There must be no gap between the holster body and the belt. - Inside the waste band (IWB), pancake style, Bruce Nelson / Askins style or pouch style are all acceptable. - Holster must be used with a standard everyday belt. Mag Pouch <b>...</b>


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IDPA for beginners


This vid is an introduction to the International Defensive Pistol Association. IDPA is fun and challenging as well as great way to improve defensive pistol management. IDPA's website: www.idpa.com Some gear manufacturers: www.comp-tac.com www.blade-tech.com


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IDPA Classifier - Sharpshooters


My son Beachhead556 and I on our first attempt at an International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) Classifier. We finished as Sharpshooters, and there is plenty of room for improvement. The levels are: Master Expert Sharpshooter Marksman Novice You can learn more about IDPA at idpa dot com Thanks for watching! music - Johnny Cash, what Beachhead listened to as we drove to the range.


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IDPA Classifier


Set up the Classifier to run some drills. Ran it using an XDm in 97.08.


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IDPA Shooting


Shooing style for practical personal protection with a hand gun


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2011 IDPA World Championship


Here is the full IDPA World Shoot, from first shot all the way to the last round fired. This was a great match, full of challenging shots and fun stages. It really challenged my skill as a shooter and competitor, and helped me pick up quite a few places in my shooting where I can improve. A huge thanks to IDPA, Combat Handguns, Cheaper than Dirt, Gargoyles, GunUp.Com, and Woolrich Elite Tactical for making this possible! Music is Robo-Western and El Magicia by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons "Attribution 3.0" creativecommons.org


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IDPA Classifier 720p


Dry-fire practice for IDPA classifier, all stages and strings of the classifer meant to be played on a large HDTV. Credit for original powerpoint this is based on goes to jnikoley from benos forums.


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Shooting Competition IDPA


A video of thE 2011 Florida state IDPA Championship.


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Episode 60 - IDPA Rules Revisions


This week's topic is a deep dive into the Rules Revisions that IDPA has made and is going to make. Since Rick is the resident master of IDPA rules and interpretations, he'll fly solo again this episode, talk about the rule changes, and suggest new rule amendments that IDPA should take into consideration. If you know anyone in the IDPA organization or the Tiger Team, please let them know.


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IDPA Practice


On Tuesday nights the local IDPA group has a practice night (I need it). I'm getting better with my form. This stage we had two dummy rounds loaded in the magazine to practice clearing a jam quickly.


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Oxford IDPA Fun Match CDP Division Camo4x4s


Oxford, NC IDPA Fun Match CDP Division Camo4x4s - 09/19/09 I have been shooting CDP class now for two years on and off. I just shot my first two major IDPA matches in Oxford. I have really come to enjoy the sport. It is a great stress reliever. I have shot about 40 matches in the past 2 years averaging 3rd place overall. Why do you shoot a 1911? I shoot a 1911 because they are classic guns dating back to the year 1911 and it is a disadvantage in competition because it holds fewer rounds which equals more mag changes which ultimately costs you more time and points. Competition shooting is like golf... The lowest score ranks first and the highest score places last. A 1911 also has a greater power factor and a wider diameter bullet if your shooting a .40 or .45 caliber which makes your hits easier to see on the targets. A 1911 is a model gun. It's patent ran out which means there are a wide variety of companies that produce the model 1911. A 1911 is endlessly customizable. You can literally build a 1911 by ordering aftermarket parts. Some of the best 1911 aftermarket parts are made by Caspin. I personally have a custom built 1911 9mm Caspin. In this particular video though, I'm shooting a Springfield Armory .45 caliber 1911. I like Springfield Armory because they come with a lifetime warranty incase you have a major problem with your gun.... send it in.... they will fix it for FREE. This is a great adrenaline pumping sport to prepare you for a possible once in a lifetime <b>...</b>


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Tactical Pistol: IDPA equipment basics


The basics of what you will need for IDPA. Here are some other vids that touch on the subject. www.youtube.com www.youtube.com www.youtube.com


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2010 IDPA Nationals - Julie G


The GIRL : Julie G, 4-Time IDPA Ladies National Champion The GAME : 2010 IDPA National Championships The GUN : Smith & Wesson M&P Pro 9mm The GEAR : www.juliegoloski.com The GOAL : Commitment to excellence in safety, education, sportsmanship & public relations in the outdoor industry and beyond. For more please visit www.JulieGolob.com


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2010 Idaho IDPA State Championship - Loke Uei


Came in 2nd in the CDP division, Expert class. The stages were challenging but fun. I made 3-4 major mistakes that I wish I hadn't. Good shooting and fun travelling 8 hours from Seattle to Parma, ID with buddies. checkout the Idaho State Match website at www.parmarng.com


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Training in the proper use of a handgun for personal protection under various scenarios.


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New England IDPA Regional Championship 2009 - Glock 22


The NE Regionals took place at Harvard, MA, which included 16 stages and 200+ rounds. I shot relatively fast, but I decided to put in some comments for you guys to understand just how bad I really shot. For pretty much every stage that I did somewhat good in, I had mindless procedurals occur (totally my fault). Anyways, I absolutely loved the props. The match guys really went all out to make some creative stages. 3 stages were not filmed, including the 2 dark stages that I did not shoot due to time constraints. The next and last IDPA match I will be at this year is the CT state match...maybe by then I will learn how to follow directions! 8/20 NOTE: Checkout the rear sight in the end...didn't notice that until today hahaha.


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shooting competition 2009 Florida State IDPA Championship


Video of the 2009 Florida State IDPA shooting championship. Another great match and we had a blast. Thanks to all involved in creating such a fun weekend for us.


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2011 IDPA World Championship


2011 IDPA World Championship pictures and video. Frostproof, Florida produced by Steve Koski


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2012 S&W IDPA Indoor Nationals - Stages 6, 7 & 8


Kicking off the 2012 S&W IDPA Indoor Nationals videos with the standard exercises, stages 6, 7, and 8. Standard exercises or "standards" test basic skills like draws, transitions and one handed shooting. Special thank to Smith & Wesson's Lois Chase and Dan Reynolds for running the video cameras and of course my incredible sponsors who allow me to the opportunity to shoot fun matches with amazing gear (juliegolob.com Details: S&W M&P Pro Series in 9mm with trigger work by Burwell Gunsmithing and Warren Tactical 2-dot Night Sights, ASYM 147gr 9mm Ammunition with Vihta Vuori powder and Starline Brass, Rudy Project Ability Eye Protection, Safariland 5188 holster with Wilderness Tactical Belt, Gemini Jersey, Salomon Trail Runners, Agility Guard & EHP Hearing Protection


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IDPA Renton 121810 - Loke - ESR S&W 625 JM revolver


Shot an IDPA Postal match today at the Renton Fish & Game Club. I did pretty well, but two badly placed shots caused me my game. I had only one light strike our of about 60 rounds, and I have a theory now on what could be the possible cause. Will definitely post my findings. Enjoy!


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Tori Nonaka (14) IPSC/IDPA Reloading Drill


Me, practicing reloads with my new Glock 34.


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Here is Taylor shooting her first IDPA match. Watch the last segment it has a great camera angle.


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Hi-Point IDPA Challenge 2011, The Match


This video Copyright 2011, GunTortureTests.com/Good Guys Gun & Pawn LLC. All Rights Reserved. Well, here's the match. I hope you enjoy it. If there's something you want to see a video on, let me know, and I'll do what I can to make it happen. If you like this video, please, subscribe. It lets me know in a tangible way that people are getting something out of my videos and increases my motivation to make more and get better at them. Follow me on Twitter! twitter.com GunTortureTests.com merchandise is now available! Go to www.cafepress.com to check it out! Thanks for watching. Hi Gunnit.


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CED/DAA RangePack Pro Backpack - IPSC / USPSA / IDPA Range Bag


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IDPA Renton 112010 - Loke Uei - S&W 625 Revolver


After a long hiatus, I finally got to shoot an IDPA match. this time our Match Director Cel, designed this match to be very revolver friendly. It was really fun to shoot and most of our revo shooters ended up in the top 1/3. I came in 10th with my revolver.


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IDPA ROCKS !!


Newbie to IDPA, and I love it so far! IDPA was created for individuals to hone their self-defense skills using their duty or CCW firearms, not high-end "race" guns. As I walk the shooting sports path, I've been amazed how many different venues there are to enjoy! btw, I have no footage of the IDPA competition, unfortunately. Next season I hope to, however. Thanks for watching! music simo


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Tactical Pistol: Most popular IDPA Pistols


Pistols used in IDPA according to IDPA....GLOCK rules the roost.


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2011 Florida State IDPA Championship hat-cam


2011 Florida State IDPA Championship hat-cam Here is my run at the match filmed with my Contour HD mounted to my hat. The stages are show (I think) in the order my squad shot them in. I'm using my Glock 35 with Dawson Precision fiber optic front sight. Holster is a Comp-tac and mag pouches were built by a friend of mine (more about those in an upcoming video). The match was held at the Wyoming Antelope Club in Pinellas Park, FL. Thanks to the sponsors and staff!!!


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IDPA Renton 091810 Loke Uei - S&W 625 JM


My first time shooting a revolver in the ESR Division with my Smith & Wesson 625 JM. it's a really fun gun to shoot. the recoil impulse is very different from a 1911 which I'm used to. The trigger is also something I have to practice more. I bombed pretty badly with like 18 points down on one stage (with the orange soft cover) because of my trigger control. Also, I had about 5 light primer strikes which I have to investigate. I think it's because of the trigger spring which I might have to tighten. Apart from that, It's FUN!!!


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GLOCK 19 RTF 2: MY IDPA GUN OF CHOICE


GLOCK 19 RTF 2: MY IDPA GUN OF CHOICE The Glock Pistol I will be using for IDPA. I love this damn gun to no end.


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Shooting competition 2008 Georgia State IDPA Championship


Here is the video of the 2008 Georgia state IDPA competition. Thanks to Mr Capel for creating such a good match. It was the most technical match I've ever shot. But, Boy it was fun!!!!! Enjoy the video guys.


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IDPA Diaries III: Glock 34's Abound!


IDPA Diaries III: Glock 34's Abound! IDPA: The International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA), founded in 1996, is an organization based in Berryville, Arkansas, USA that promotes defensive pistol shooting as a sport, using equipment including full-charge service 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 deemed suitable for self-defense use. The sport came about as a response to many perceived shortcomings of competitions organized by the International Practical Shooting Confederation IPSC. It was decided by the founders of IDPA (Bill Wilson, John Sayle, Ken Hackathorn, Dick Thomas, Walt Rauch and Larry Vickers), which included some of the founders of IPSC, that IPSC competitions had become too far removed from the reality of defensive shooting situations, using extensively modified guns, handmade ammunition, and speed-draw holsters that were impractical for self-defense. The IDPA founders believed that IPSC matches had become "gun races," which were heavily dependent on equipment. That is, you had to have the latest gun, sighting equipment, and competition holster to be competitive. Since alterations to the sidearm are carefully regulated in IDPA, and magazine capacity is limited to a division-specific maximum of 10 rounds, it is possible to be competitive in IDPA with a greatly reduced outlay of money


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95.89 second IDPA classifier - SSP Master - Hatcam


95.89 second classifier - with THREE MISSES - using an M&P 9L


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