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The International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) is pleased to announce that BELT Hunter Constantine will be a sponsor of the 2026 IDPA National Championship. Known for its innovative approach to concealed-carry equ…

Trijicon, makers of sighting devices for firearms, has signed up to sponsor the 2026 IDPA National Championship presented by JP Enterprises. “We’re thrilled to have Trijicon on board to support the National Championship …

The International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) is proud to announce that Olight USA will be a sponsor of the IDPA 2026 National Championship, supporting one of the premier practical shooting competitions in the co…

IDPA is pleased to announce the launch of its new Official IDPA Stage Library, a valuable resource developed by the Continuing Education Team to support clubs, Match Directors, and members around the world. The Stage Lib…

IDPA is pleased to announce that Dragon Tooth Gear has signed on to sponsor the 2026 IDPA US National Championship presented by JP Enterprises. Dragon Tooth, a leading expert in tactical apparel on a global scale, is ded…

IDPA is pleased to announce that Victory Necessary Sports has signed on to sponsor the 2026 IDPA US National Championship presented by JP Enterprises. Victory Necessary Sports designs sports event IP development, event o…



Mumford Coldwater is proud to announce its fifth annual sponsorship of the 2026 International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) National Championship sponsored by JP Enterprises, supporting one of the premier events in…

Midwest Competition Works, a premier manufacturer of precision competition firearm components and custom tuning gear, announced its sponsorship for the 2026 International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) National Cham…

Mariana Corrales of Buenos Aires, Argentina is the new Latin America International Point of Contact (IPOC) and is the first female to hold this role. Her home club is IDPA – TDU (C0797), and the club’s shooting range is …

The International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) has proudly announced that Scheel Manufacturing has signed on as a sponsor for the 2026 National Championship. Scheel Manufacturing is an American firearms components…

The International Defensive Pistol Association has announced that Talon Designer has signed on as a sponsor for the 2026 IDPA National Championship Presented by JP Enterprises. Talon Designer is built to make match plann…

Warren Tactical is excited to support IDPA and the competitors who will come together for one of the biggest events in defensive pistol competition. The 2026 IDPA National Championship Presented by JP Enterprises takes p…

The International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) is proud to announce that the U.S. Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) has signed on as an official sponsor of the 2026 IDPA National Championship Presented by JP Ent…

IDPA HQ is happy to announce that Volusia County Gun & Hunt Club (VCGHC) has signed on to sponsor the 2026 IDPA National Championship Presented by JP Enterprises match. Located in New Smyrna Beach, FL, VCGHC is a vibrant…

The International Defensive Pistol Association is pleased to announce that IDPA China Official will be sponsoring the 2026 IDPA National Championship Presented by JP Enterprises match. “IDPA is very pleased to renew our …

The International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) is proud to announce that the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) will serve as an official sponsor of the 2026 IDPA National Championship Presented by JP Ente…

The International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) is proud to announce that Kimber has signed on as an official sponsor of the 2026 IDPA National Championship Presented by JP Enterprises, further strengthening its lo…

The International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) is proud to announce Lux Tactical will be an official sponsor of the 2026 IDPA National Championship match scheduled for Sept. 24-26, 2026, at the Cardinal Shooting C…

IDPA HQ is happy to announce that CHL Targets has signed on to sponsor of the 2026 IDPA National Championship Presented by JP Enterprises match. CHL provides high quality targets and pasters to shooting sports around the…

The International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) is excited to announce that the Fifth IDPA World Championship will take place September 15–18, 2027, at the prestigious Brock’s Gap Training Center in Pell City, Alab…

The International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) is pleased to announce that Leapers, Inc., manufacturer of the UTG® line of firearm accessories, has signed on as an official sponsor of the 2026 IDPA National Champi…

Wilson Combat, the industry-leading innovator in high-performance and custom 1911 pistols, will be returning as one of the firearms industry sponsors of the 2026 IDPA National Championship presented by JP Enterprises. Ex…

Nighthawk Custom, a custom firearm manufacturer headquartered in Berryville, AR, has signed on to sponsor the 2026 IDPA US National Championship presented by JP Enterprises. Nighthawk Custom was formed in 2004 by a group…

Go Fast Don’t Suck has signed on to sponsor the 2026 IDPA National Championship presented by JP Enterprises. Go Fast, Don’t Suck is a shirt design company that also manufactures dry fire targets, match banners, and offer…

Layered Ballistics and Eternal Networks have signed up to sponsor the 2026 IDPA National Championship presented by JP Enterprises. Layered Ballistics offers reloading and holster accessories, IDPA test boxes, and dry fir…

Taurus, known for producing professional grade pistols, has signed on to sponsor the 2026 IDPA National Championship match presented by JP Enterprises. The 2026 IDPA National Championship match is scheduled for Sept. 24-…

IDPA HQ is happy to announce that Hunters HD Gold will be sponsoring the 2026 IDPA National Championship Presented by JP Enterprises match. Since Hunters HD Gold opened over 40 years ago, they have produced the best poss…

ProMag/Archangel/Mission Specific Ventures (MSV), and TechwearUSA have signed on together to sponsor the 2026 IDPA US National Championship presented by JP Enterprises. Joyce Wilson, Executive Director of IDPA said, “We …

The International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) is proud to announce their recent partnership with the U.S. Concealed Carry Association (USCCA). “We are delighted to partner with USCCA”, said Joyce Wilson, Executiv…

Fred Mowrey from Elk Grove, CA, has been appointed as the new IDPA Area Coordinator for CA, WA, and OR, effective immediately. A member of the Sacramento Defensive Pistol Shooters, Fred shoots in the following divisions:…

Michael Knehs (aka Special K) from Hotchkiss, Colorado, has been announced as the new Area Coordinator for CO, WY, ID, MT, AK, effective immediately. The ESP and CO Master (also known as Special K) has been shooting IDPA…



Registration for the 2026 IDPA National Championship Presented by JP Enterprises is now open! Registration will remain open until May 31. After May 31, competitor selection will begin. You can sign up at: https://practis…

We are thrilled to have so many amazing sponsors for the 2026 IDPA National Championship Presented by JP Enterprises. We still have sponsorship opportunities available. If you are interested in seeing your company or bra…

Kevin Provagna of Medina, Ohio, has been appointed as interim IDPA AC for New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Kevin is a member of the Southern Cuyahoga Sportsman Association (SCSA) in Medina. He…

The 2026 Q1 issue of the Tactical Journal is posted. You can view the latest Tactical Journal and all past issues by clicking here.



The International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) is excited to announce that JP Enterprises has signed on as the official Event Sponsor of the 2026 IDPA US National Championship. The IDPA is the governing body of a …

Staff registration for the 2026 IDPA National Championship will open at 9AM Central, February 2. The match will be held Sept. 24-26 in Marengo, Ohio. Anyone interested in working the match as staff can sign up at https:/…

We would like to thank our dedicated IDPA community for taking the time on New Year’s Day to review the 2026 rule updates. Your feedback helped identify three key issues in the Equipment Appendices: The start condition, …

We want to thank our dedicated IDPA community for taking time on New Year’s Day to pour through the 2026 rule updates. Your feedback helped identify two key issues: a section that was to be deleted in disqualifications a…

IDPA Regional Area Coordinator Leads have announced updates to the sport rulebooks with highlighted revisions listed below. Look for a detailed article on the revisions in the first quarter of the Tactical Journal. These…

Our Story IDPA is the use of practical equipment including full charge service ammunition to solve simulated real world self-defense scenarios using practical handguns and holsters that are suitable for self-defense use.…

April-2026.pdf - official PDF formerly published at www.idpa.com; captured by the Wayback Machine 2026-04-17.

2026.2 Equipment Appendices 1. HANDGUN DIVISIONS A.1 Stock Service Pistol Division (SSP) A.1.1 Handguns permitted for use in SSP must: A.1.1.1 Have a minimum annual production of 2,000 units. Discontinued models must hav…



IDPA Headquarters is pleased to announce the appointment of Dragan Vukovic as International Point of Contact (IPOC) for Croatia, Slovenia, Bosnia, Herzegovina, and Turkey, effective Dec. 1st. Dragan resides in Rijeka, Cr…

Bret J Henderson of Belen, New Mexico, has been appointed as the IDPA Area Coordinator for New Mexico, Arizona Utah, and Nevada effective Nov. 4, 2025. Henderson is a member of the Los Lunas Gun Club and Del Norte Gun Cl…

IDPA Headquarters is delighted to announce that Noel Gardner has been named as the Area Coordinator for the Mid-Atlantic, effective October 28th. His region will cover Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC. No…

IDPA Headquarters is pleased to announce the appointment of Skip Darden (A51158) as Area Coordinator for Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Tennessee. Skip resides near Phenix City, Alabama, where he has served as Matc…

IDPA Headquarters is pleased to announce the appointment of Seth Hayden as Regional Area Coordinator Lead (RACL) for the Eastern United States effective Oct. 22, 2025. Seth is from Montgomery, AL and his home club is the…

Make Ready Shooters Table, a premier name in practical shooting accessories, will be a sponsor of the 2025 IDPA National Championship Presented by Beretta. As a leading innovator in shooter-focused gear, Make Ready Shoot…

IDPA is pleased to announce that Universal Armor, Earmor, Dragon Tooth, and Victory Necessary Sports have signed on to sponsor the 2025 IDPA US National Championship presented by Beretta. Universal Armor, from body armor…

IDPA HQ is happy to announce that CHL Targets has signed on to sponsor of the 2025 IDPA National Championship Presented by Beretta match. CHL provides high quality targets and pasters to shooting sports around the countr…

Make Ready Range Wear (MRRW) has signed on to sponsor the 2025 IDPA US National Championship presented by Beretta. MRRW offers precision gear designed for shooting sports, that fits perfectly, enhances performance, and b…

IDPA HQ is happy to announce that Volusia County Gun & Hunt Club (VCGHC) has signed on to sponsor the 2025 IDPA National Championship Presented by Beretta match. Located in New Smyrna Beach, FL, VCGHC is a vibrant commun…



Trijicon, makers of sighting devices for firearms, has signed up to sponsor the 2025 IDPA National Championship presented by Beretta. “We’re thrilled to have Trijicon on board to support the National Championship match. …

The International Defensive Pistol Association is proud to announce that NORMA USA has signed on as the side match ammunition sponsor for the 2025 IDPA National Championship Presented by Beretta. NORMA USA, a leading glo…