Shooting from Barricades or Obstacles

Range Distance: Typically 5 to 15 meters (16 to 49 feet)

Type of Target: IPSC cardboard targets with scoring zones

Start Position: Ready or Holstered, depending on specific variations

Exercise Rules:

“Shooting from Barricades or Obstacles” in IPSC challenges a shooter’s ability to engage targets accurately while using cover or concealment. This exercise simulates real-world scenarios where shooters may need to use barricades or obstacles for protection. Here are the exercise rules:

  1. Range Distance: Set up one or more IPSC cardboard targets with designated scoring zones at distances ranging from 5 to 15 meters (16 to 49 feet). The number of targets and their arrangement can vary.

  2. Start Position: The start position for Shooting from Barricades or Obstacles can vary depending on the specific variation of the exercise. Some drills may start from the ready position, where the firearm is aimed in a safe direction but not holstered, while others may start from the holster.

  3. Procedure: The exercise involves the use of barricades, walls, or other obstacles as cover or concealment. On the start signal, the shooter must move to and use the barricade or obstacle for protection while engaging the designated target(s) with accurate shots. The shooter must maintain proper shooting form, including sight alignment and trigger control, while utilizing cover. The exercise is timed.

  4. Time Pressure: The challenge in this exercise comes from the need to engage the target(s) accurately while using cover or concealment effectively. Shooters must balance speed and precision to minimize time penalties.

  5. Scoring: Scoring is based on the accuracy of the shots within the designated scoring zones on the target and the time taken to complete the drill. Accurate shots within the scoring zones are essential to minimize penalties.

Qualification Time: The qualification time for Shooting from Barricades or Obstacles can vary depending on the specific exercise and the level of competition. Shooters aim to complete the drill within the specified time limit while achieving accurate hits. Qualification times are typically set by match organizers or trainers based on the exercise’s objectives.

Shooting from Barricades or Obstacles exercises in IPSC are crucial for training shooters to effectively use cover or concealment while engaging threats. This enhances their ability to adapt to real-world scenarios and maintain accuracy under challenging conditions.




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