What does ASI mean in SHOOTING

Action Shooting International (ASI) is a sport shooting organization that promotes, governs and produces firearm competitions in various disciplines like Tactical Optic, Production, Carry Optics and PCC. ASI organizes competitive events where shooters use approved firearms, sights and targets to compete against each other for bragging rights and prizes.

Anyone who meets the safety requirements and membership criteria set forth by ASI can take part in their competitive events. All participants must be members of ASI prior to competing in any event.

The major firearm disciplines featured on an ASI event include Tactical Optic, Production, Carry Optics and PCC. Other supporting matches may also feature on any given event day.

Yes - Non-firearm shooters are allowed to observe or participate as Stage Marshals or scorekeepers at an ASI competition. Spectator areas may also be provided depending on the event location or range facility policies.

To ensure a safe environment for all competitors, range officers will follow strictly enforced safety protocols which include but not limited to trigger finger discipline, no loaded firearms outside of designated firing areas and muzzle discipline whenever possible. All competitors must sign safety waivers prior to taking part in any competition.

Competitors should read the rules before taking part in any match or stage they plan to compete in so that they can make adequate preparations which may include bringing appropriate firearm equipment such as magazine carriers, holsters and other items necessary for their performance during the stages of a match.

Shooters must wear closed-toe shoes such as sneakers when competing at an ASI match along with clothing that covers their arms from wrist to elbow while shooting. Pants should cover from mid-calf down to ankle area for applicable divisions like Open Division using knee pads/knee covers or similar leg covering garments such as gaiters instead of trousers/pants above mid-calf area is allowed per current rulebook.