Shooting is often associated with violence or aggression, but this is a misconception. Sport shooting is one of the most disciplined and highly regulated sports in existence. It values not only accuracy but also self-control, patience, and strict adherence to safety precautions.
There are several internationally recognized disciplines. Some are part of the Olympic Games, such as rifle or air pistol shooting from static positions at fixed targets, which reward stability, breathing, and trigger control. Others, such as skeet and trap, are practiced with a shotgun and require quick reaction time and instinctive aim at moving targets. There are also more dynamic disciplines, such as practical shooting.
Practical shooting seeks a balance between accuracy and speed. In this discipline, the shooter must move, adapt to different angles and distances, and efficiently handle different scenarios; all under constant supervision and in strict adherence to safety rules.
The most recognized disciplines are IPSC (International Practical Shooting Confederation), USPSA (United States Practical Shooting Association) e IDPA (International Defensive Pistol Association).
