Events
This is a list of all the scheduled competition and events we have at the range. Pre registration is not required. Just show up and get in on the fun. We have many "couples" that shoot together and this is a great "date night" to spend time together.
If you have never competed in any of the disciplines we have, come out and watch and see if it is something you would like to try.
Introduction to Steel Challenge
9am, Saturday, December 7th
Dip your toe (and your trigger finger) into the fun and exciting world of practical pistol
Ever get the feeling that’s there’s more to being a gun owner than going to the range and punching holes in a target?
Do you own a pistol, but don’t really know how to use it?
Are you looking for a sport that the whole familiy can enjoy together?
Then practical shooting is the sport for you!
The easiest way to get into the fun and excitement is to shoot a Steel Challenge match, which requires no special equipment or gear. Anything from a .22 pistol to a 1911 in .45 ACP to a pistol caliber carbine can be used to shoot Steel Challenge, and the rules are simple and easy to understand. This three-hour course will set you up for the success at your first Steel Challenge match and help you become a more confident and competent gun owner.
Topics Covered:
- The basics of firearms safety
- Understanding the rules of Steel Challenge
- Why shooting a match is a good idea for everyone
- How to shoot a match
Gear Requirements:
- A pistol (.22LR or larger caliber) or a pistol caliber carbine (no rifles allowed)
- At least two magazines for your firearm
- 50-100 rounds of ammunition
- A holster, bag or case for you gun
- Eye protection, ear protection
- Water, sunscreen, bug spray
Intro to Low Light Tactics
There’s no such thing as ‘street crime’ for the armed citizen, rather, there’s ‘parking lot crime’.” – Tom Givens
Nighttime and other low light situations limit our ability to spot trouble before it becomes a problem for us. This is just one of the reasons why crooks use it to their advantage. Unfortunately, there are a lot of myths around how a low light environment works for and against those who would do us harm. This class gives the armed citizen the knowledge and skills they need to come out on top in an urban low light environment.
Low Light Topics covered will include
- Different types of lighting environment and how they affect our vision
- Low light vs no light: Which is more common for the armed citizen
- Gear choices for when it gets dark
- Night sights, weapon lights, laser and red dots
- Defensive flashlight techniques
- Defensive pistol use in a low light environment
- Home defense in a low light environment
MANDATORY requirement for this class.
- Completion of at least six hours of post-concealed carry class pistol training
- Ability to draw from a holster and safely re-holster with one hand
- Constant and consistent application of the four rules of gun safety
Gear requirements for this class
- A modern, semi-automatic pistol in 9mm or greater caliber, with or without a weapon-mounted light attached (preferably without)
- At least three magazines for your pistol
- A belt magazine pouch
- A secure and stable gun belt
- A safe and comfortable OWB holster (IWB and concealed carry with instructor permission)
- A headlamp flashlight with a red lens or light
- A bright (300 lumens or greater) tactical flashlight with a tail-mounted activation switch
- 150 rounds of FMJ ammunition
- BUG SPRAY
- Water, snacks
- Eye and ear protection
- OPTIONAL: A defensive carbine or shotgun with a weapon mounted light, plus 25 rounds of birdshot if a shotgun, 50 rounds of FMJ ammo if a carbine
This is an advanced class, so prior training in the use of a holster is absolute must. Students must (I repeat, MUST) be able to safely draw and re-holster their pistol with one hand. Please contact me with any questions.
Class will be approximately 3-4 hours long and will be held at the Deep50 Gun Range. Cost is $250.
More Training Classes
Introducing The Cadre Sessions™ Session Three
Each class in The Cadre Sessions is focused on one essential skill to help make you a better armed citizen. The classes are inexpensive and will concentrate on improving and honing one essential technique. After class, you’ll receive a drill that you can use to further hone your skills at your next range session.
These classes are designed to maximize your training time and resources and put you on a path to lifetime enjoyment of the shooting sports and safely enjoy the armed lifestyle.
The Cadre Session Three: Speeding Up To Slow Down
- Prerequisites: A valid concealed carry license
- Gear Needed: See below
- Class Date: Saturday, November 14th, 9am
This is an encore session to accommodate increased demand.
Getting your hits is great. Getting your hits before you get hit, well, that’s even greater. The previous session, Automatic Accuracy, covered hitting your target. This session covers doing it in a timely manner. From getting your gun into play from concealment to increasing your shot to shot split time to keeping your head in the game in order to minimize mistakes, this class is all about the efficient application of force.
Topics Covered In This Class
- Speeding up the draw
- Increasing followup shot speed
- Task loading and interruptions
This class is less than three hours long and requires fewer than 100 rounds of ammo. Class size will be topped at just six people to allow plenty of opportunities for 1-1 instruction.
Gear Requirements:
- A pistol (9mm/38 Special or larger caliber)
- A spare magazine
- A cover garment such as light jacket or oversized t-shirt
- A holster suitable for concealed carry. Please do not bring a Blackhawk! Serpa holster or soft nylon holster such as an Uncle Mike’s or similar holster.
- A sturdy gun belt
More Training
SCSA Steel Challenge
Sanctioned Approved Competition at Deep 50 Gun Range
We are sanctioned and approved to host all USPSA and Steel Challenge matches at our range. With each shooting discipline, the stages are set to each event and we follow the rulebook that is most current. For more information on the specific rules, please follow the links.
1.) Steel Challenge Rules
Each one of these shooting disciplines has it’s own unique characteristic. If you are new to Competition Shooting, then we always recommend starting out with The Steel Challenge shooting competition. You will stand in a box and engage 5 steel targets in what’s called a “String”. The time will stop on the last shot fired. You will do this 5 times per Stage, and your worst time will be eliminated. There are a total of 6 stages at this match and it is a fun and addicting sport.
When you are ready for some fast action after SCSA Steel Challenge, then you should move on to USPSA. You will be given instructions on how to start the stage HOWEVER, it is up to you to decide the best way to engage the targets for you or your equipment. You are scored on your speed and accuracy . This sport is a great blend of your imagination and your proficiency . Your skills will greatly improve by at least 10 times versus a trainer or just practicing.
Please pay attention to these details.
Gates open at 8:45 am.
Registration opens at 9:00 and closes at 9:45 sharp.
Our Pledge and shooters meeting at 9:50
First shots fired at 10:00 am.
More Information on Practical Shooting
More Information on SCSA