r/canadaguns • u/LightningKachowshi • 1d ago

Buy recommendations Handgun Competitions.

I am located in Calgary, Alberta and want to join a handgun competition however I am uncertain about the requirements around it. My range is located in Rocky Mountain House and has pistol ranges I use often.

Am I required to be IPSC certified for all of the competitions? If so what if my range doesn’t offer this course. Where can I do it.

Ultimately I’d love some advice or even pay for some information as to how one goes about joining a league and shooting competitively.

Thanks ahead of time!

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u/FightingShibas 1d ago

For IPSC sanctioned competitions you need your Black Badge. Not sure what other competitions happen at BTSA. Here is a link to the certified Black Badge Instructors. Best bet would be to pick one in Calgary and get in touch with them. Even if they don’t have an upcoming course they can out you on their waitlist or direct you to another instructor who does. Feel free to DM me with any questions. I’m not an expert, but I’ve been shooting IPSC for nearly a decade.