I am teaching a USPSA / IDPA Introduction Class at the Shongun Range in Mansfield Township on March 27th. The class will run from 9:00AM to 2:00PM. The class will consist of two parts. A classroom briefing on the safety rules and a live-fire session running stages.

Equipment Required:
- Pistol, 9mm or larger
- A USPSA or IDPA compliant holster, belt and ammo pouches for at least two magazines.
The holster must prevent access to the trigger when the pistol is holstered.
- Three magazines
- 150 rounds of ammunition
- Eye and ear protection

The fee is $20.00. You do not have to be a member or Shongum. The class will be held rain or shine. Bring lunch or snack and something to drink.

There are four slots open. The first four people to PM get the slots. After that, I will take names for a back-up list.

Mike

Im definetly intersted. Are you using paypal or whats the payment method? Also the exact location. Mansfield? Im in south jersey 08002 but willing to commute.

Range Location

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source= ... 45447&z=15

Cash or check at the class. PM me if you plan to attend.

Pm sent. Ignore the "exact address" comment.

The class is now full. If you are still interested, I will put you on the back-up list. If you are on the back-up list, you will have the first chance to register for a later class. There is no date for the next class.

Backup list is fine. I checked out the USPSA website and it looks OUTSTANDING! I think 'production' would be a good place for me to start with either my G17 or G21 once Ive taken a class or two. looking forward to hearing from you. Im gonna try to contact John A. Blachniak(MID17) Deptford, NJ 08096 who is a alot closer to me and see if there are local classes. Keep me in mind. -Martin

L Or D: I want to be sure we are clear here. You are registered for the class. I PM'ed you last night regarding your registration. You are in. If you decide not to take the class, please let me know. Anyone else trying to register now is on the back-up list. Also, once you take this class, you are ready to shoot a match. In fact, I think you will be better prepared than most people. Most of the class will be run like a match.

I got it now, I was the last to register and that thread was for anyone else interested.You just made my DAY! HOTDAMN! I'll be there ON TIME!

You guys will enjoy this class - Mike is a great instructor.

After taking Mike's intro class, I've already participated in a USPSA match in Old Bridge in January with a LOT more confidence.

Looking forward to the next match !

@coldshot-what weapon class did you use? How did you do for the first time? Lets hear some details... if you dont mind?

I was in the production class with a Beretta 92FS. Next match (depending if my permits arrive in time) I am planning to use an M&P Pro 9mm or if not, my Glock 17.

I didn't do too bad considering my mag pouch came off my belt trying to grab a mag to reload. Embarrasing ? yes, but I had a lot of fun. Next time I will use the belt loop attachment instead.

There were 7 stages which made for a long fun day shooting.

Hopefully will see you at one of the matches.

Indeed it sounds like alot of fun.So long as im not on call I will DEFINETLY try to make the next upcoming event. I was thinking of using my G17 or G21, but i just got 2 P.P this week and was reading up and it looks like the G19 is a competition shooter. Just in time for my tax money too. So do you think the fobus paddle rig for the mags and weapon is a bad choice?

I think the fobus paddle wasn't seated into my belt far enough but am going with the belt loop next time anyways.

If you have a G17, I would give that a try first and then see what everyone else is shooting, talk to some folks on their firearm selection, likes/dislikes,etc.

Was looking at all the shooters choice of handguns in production and a lot of them for production class were Glocks. The M&P Pro is a popular choice too however not to say there were others as well.

Were there any pro's there? What weapon won production? Actually the weapon doesnt really make a difference now that i think about it, you can have a fast drag car or super fighter jet but without the right driver or pilot its just a fancy paper weight! I'm gettin excited.