We hold two monthly matches at the Bandera Gun Club.

Bandera IDPA / Defensive Matches on the 2nd Saturday of the month.

Bandera Steel Challenge Matches on the 3rd Saturday of the month.

Beginning shooters welcome!  Kilts are optional!

To encourage younger competitors, all under-30-year-old first-timers get their first registration free!

Bandera IDPA (International Defensive Pistol Association) and Bandera Steel Challenge are your “Gateway to the Shooting Sports!”   We specialize in helping new competitors get a strong start in a supportive, safe, and FUN environment!

Why should you compete? Watch Massad Ayoob, one of the giants in the defensive skills community, tell you why it might save your life:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=utTNX5S5uME

For full details on what you’ll need, and to register online:  

  1. If you don’t already have a free PractiScore account, all you need is name and email, and a password. Click here to create one: https://practiscore.com/signup
  2. Sign in to PractiScore and search “Matches” for: