Shooting
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What is Disability Target Shooting
Disabled target shooting is a sport that involves shooting at a stationary target with a rifle or pistol. British Shooting provides an opportunity for people with disabilities to practice target shooting. The sport is highly technical and requires concentration and precision.
Equipment
Clubs can provide equipment for beginners, but it is recommended that you purchase your own equipment once you have decided to continue with the sport.
You can find more information about equipment on the Disabled Shooting website
https://www.ableize.com/recreation-sports/disabled-shooting/
The equipment used in disabled target shooting is adapted to suit the needs of the individual. This can include a shooting stand, a modified trigger, or a modified rifle or pistol. For amputees, there are several ways to compete, including using a prosthetic limb or a mouth-operated trigger.
Club Finder
Many shooting grounds have access and facilities for people with disabilities, and the situation is improving all the time.
Clay Pigeon Shooting Association. You can use the club finder on the CPSA website to find shooting grounds near you and contact them directly to find out more 2. You can also find a list of disabled-friendly clubs on the Disabled Shooting website www.disabilityshooting-gb.org.
Classification
In disabled target shooting, athletes must receive a medical classification based on the functional level of their disability to compete at an international level. Shooting uses a classification system which enables athletes from different disability groups with the same level of functional ability to compete together. They are divided into two classifications as follows (as determined by IPC Shooting regulations).
SH1 - Pistol and Rifle competitors that do not require a shooting stand.
SH2 - Rifle competitors who are not able to support the weight of the firearm with their arms and therefore require a spring mounted stand to shoot.
There are 10 events for SH1 athletes and two for SH2 shooters.
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