Classroom Fundamentals + Live-Fire Competition
Introduction To
Competition.
Ready to explore practical shooting? Start with a concise classroom introduction, then put your skills to work in our 1st Shots Competition live-fire class. Choose the experience that fits your next step.
Learn the match process. Then experience it on the range.
Book Your
Next Step.
Select a class to see its available dates and complete registration securely in Acuity.
Booking: Introduction to Competition
Calendar not displaying? Open booking in a new tab ↗
Start With
Confidence.
Introduction to Competition is a 90-minute classroom class for shooters who want to understand the safety procedures, range commands and match flow of practical shooting. 1st Shots Competition is a separate three-hour live-fire class for people ready to put their fundamentals into practice.
Start in the classroom if you want to learn the format first. Choose the live-fire option if you are ready to shoot. You can book either class from this page; check each calendar for current availability.
COMPARE & BOOK ↗
The Competition
Basics.
Class Comparison
Know Before
You Book.
Introduction to Competition: safety, match procedures, rules and preparation. Maximum 12 students.
1st Shots Competition: a separate, on-range experience. Maximum 8 students.
Apotheon Premium Indoor Range and Training, 1528 Campus Drive, Unit B.
Built For The
Competition Environment.
The class introduces concepts relevant to practical shooting disciplines such as USPSA, IDPA, Steel Challenge, and GSSF competitions. Each organization has its own current rules and match requirements.
FAQ
Quick
Answers.
Do I need competition experience?
No. This is an introductory course. Safe firearm handling and basic shooting fundamentals are recommended.
Which option includes live fire?
1st Shots Competition is the live-fire option. Introduction to Competition is a separate classroom class covering safety, procedures, range commands, scoring and preparation.
How much are the classes and how long are they?
The classroom Introduction to Competition is 90 minutes and $25 per student, with a maximum of 12 students. The live-fire 1st Shots Competition is 180 minutes and $75 per student, with a maximum of 8 students.
When can I book each class?
The classroom class is scheduled for 5:00 PM on the first Friday of each month. The live-fire class has separate sessions. Select either option in the booking calendar for currently available dates.
Do I have to take the classroom class first?
The supplied class listings do not state a prerequisite. If you are unsure whether your current skills are a fit for 1st Shots Competition, contact Apotheon before booking.
Where is Apotheon?
1528 Campus Drive, Unit B, Warminster, PA 18974 in Bucks County.
Find your place at
Apotheon.
Whether it’s your first time holding a firearm or your ten-thousandth round, there’s a way in.