16 Jul Tips for organizing a shooting competition

Air rifle shooting competitions provide a fun and exciting opportunity for airgunning enthusiasts, allowing them to test their skills and compete with other shooters. Stoeger AIRGUNS shares the sporting spirit of competitions and therefore organizes a lot of dedicated events during the year in different  regions of Italy. These events allow passionate shooters to try out the best-performing models from the range and to follow the advice of the expert team supporting participants during shooting trials. In this article, we will provide practical tips and useful guidelines to help you “do-it-yourself” in organizing your shooting days and enjoy yourself in complete safety.

Generally, air rifle shooting competitions follow specific rules to ensure a fair and safe competition environment. Here are some basic rules that may be useful in organizing your shooting day effectively.

ALWAYS USE AIR RIFLES THAT COMPLY WITH CURRENT LAWS AND REGULATIONS

Stoeger AIRGUNS rifles are designed according to high safety standards. All models are classified based on power: those below 7.5J are available for free sale and do not require a firearm license, while those above 7.5J do require one.

RESPECT SAFETY REGULATIONS

All Stoeger AIRGUNS rifles are extremely ergonomic and manageable, suitable for both veterans and beginners, ensuring safe usage. We recommend paying the same attention and precaution as you would with common firearms and equipping yourself with accessories such as glasses to protect delicate parts.

FOLLOW THE REFEREE’S INSTRUCTIONS

Appointing a third-party, impartial referee will ensure a fair competition, accurate scoring, and respect for the timings and methods of the competition.

TIPS TO MAKE THE COMPETITION FUN AND CHALLENGING

To successfully participate in an air rifle shooting competition, it’s important to follow some helpful advice:

• Constantly train to improve your precision and rifle control.
• Define rules, scoring, and methods of conducting the competition.
• Maintain calm and concentration during the competition, avoiding distractions and mistakes.
• Collaborate with other shooters and share experiences to learn and improve.

 

To best organize the shooting day, we suggest to organize participants into categories based on various factors, including age, gender, and the type of rifle used. Some of the main categories might include:

• Youth category: shooters under the age of 18.
• Adult category: open to all adult shooters.
• Female category: dedicated to female shooters.
• Senior category: reserved for older shooters.

 

Participating in air rifle shooting competitions is a stimulating and rewarding experience that allows you to test your skills and interact with other enthusiasts. By following these simple rules and tips, it is possible to organize fun challenges and continuously improve your abilities in the world of sports shooting.