IDPA

The International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) is the governing body of a shooting sport that simulates self-defense scenarios and real life encounters. It was founded in 1996 as a response to the desires of shooters worldwide. The organization now boasts membership of more than 17,008, including members in 50 foreign countries.

One of the unique facets of this sport is that it is geared toward the new or average shooter, yet is fun, challenging and rewarding for the experienced shooter. The founders developed the sport so that practical gear and practical guns may be used competitively. An interested person can spend a minimal amount on equipment and still be competitive.

The main goal is to test the skill and ability of the individual, not equipment or gamesmanship. “Competition only” equipment is not permitted in this sport.

The firearms are grouped into five (6) divisions: 1) CDP Custom Defensive Pistol (.45ACP semi-automatics only); 2) ESP Enhanced Service Pistol (9mm (9×19) or larger caliber semi-automatics); 3) SSP Stock Service Pistol (9mm (9×19) or larger caliber double action, double action only, or safe action semi-automatics); 4) REV Enhanced Service Revolver (.38 caliber or larger double action revolvers); and 5) CCP Concealed Carry Pistol – Semi Autos with barrels shorter than 4.1 inches 6) BUG Back Up Gun – Firearms with barrels shorter than 3 inches.

Shooters are then classed by like-skill levels with progression from Novice (NV); to Marksman (MM); to Sharpshooter (SS); to Expert (EX); and, finally, to Master (MA) We regularly shoot our IDPA matches every 4th Saturday. It’s our intention to begin shooting by 9:00 AM. Help with set-up and tear down is always appreciated. Additionally, we ask that new shooters arrive NLT 8:15 for a short safety briefing.

BSP charges $15 for our IPDA matches with $5 discounts offered to Members of BSP & Members of IDPA. Thus, your match fee will be between $5 and $15 depending on your affiliations. Law Enforcement, Firefighters, and active military all shoot for a flat fee of $5.

October 5th & 6th – Registered Shoot. Can you believe its already October. The season is almost gone, and there’s one or two of you that have had the best of intentions on getting our to see us this year. NOW IS THE TIME. Please find the program by clicking here.

October 12th – Steel Challenge – Dude (or Dudett) !!!!! These matches ar awsome. They are great fun; Inexperensive to shoot; and tailorable for all ages! Grab that (magazine fed) 22 rifle or pistol , your son,/daughter, wife/husband, girlfriend/boyfriend…… and a 500rd box of ammo (for both of you) and come give this a try. They will be thrilled with the surprie day with you… doing something they would never have imagined. This really is a great time. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for the first child and the second is free (Two per adult only). Click on this link to see what this great saturday morning activituy is all about. Start time is 10:00 (be there by 9:30) and you’ll generally be done by 1:00ish.

October 28th – Monthly IDPA Match. – How many times have you read this announcement and considered coming out to meet us? These IDPA matches are pure fun, and great training and/or practice for CCW! ……and we love new people! Plan on shooting about 100rds of ammo while navigating fivju777e (5) different scenario courses of fire. If you have never ever shot an IDPA match anywhere, your first one here is free of charge! For everyone else the price is $15. Members of Brittany or IDPA receive a $5 discount. You can learn the “in & outs” about this game by clicking on each of these progressive videos. IDPA Part I, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6. A registration link will be here about 1 week ahead of the match. *Note* Don’t let a video scare you. Generally those appearing in a video do not represent what you will see at our match. No payment is required until you arrive the morning of the match. Registration available here 7 days –

Ilinois CCW Class. –.(Our 16 hour classes will resume in July of 2024) This is the required 16hr class necessary to be apply for your CCW permit in Illinois. Our classes are taught in a relaxed, fun, family friendly atmosphere, and run Friday evening and a ‘long’ all day Saturday. Also, we do limit class sizes to eight (8) seats, so please contact us for questions and registration. 618-593-6967 (call or text)

– CCW “3/hr” Renewal class. Class will start at 1:00pm and finish sometime around 4:30pm. Seats are limited. Please register by email, text, or call. (Bspidpa@yahoo.com) or 618-593-6967. (****Please note that due to the Scheduled ATA Shoot, and facility availability, we will be conducting this 3\hr class under ternt at the berms.****)

OCTOBER 5TH – SAS Cowboy Action – This is just one of so many family friendly weekend activities available to everyone here at BSP. You do not need to be a member to participate in any of the weekend event (IDPA, Steel Challeng or Cowboy Action) matches. COme out and check this event out. Shooter wear period specif atire and use perios specific firearms. …and all have alias’s they go by. Grab your kids and come watch “Mascoota Marc” square off with “Mad dog McGee” during this great event. (lol… please know that at no time does anyone actually square off with anyone else. All shooting is done individually and in a safe contriolled environment) Check out what Cowboy Action is all about by clicking here.

Illinois Hunter Safety Class – Many have asked about the Hunter Safey Program at Brittany Shooting Park. Sadly, we lost our long time “point man ” Gary Rull this past fall. He will be sorely missed. However, we have no intention on letting this program fad away. We have recently been in touch with the appropriate folks within IDNR, and will be scheduling a spring class. Please keep checking back for details.

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