Everything You Need to Know: 2025 IDPA National Championship

September 18–20, 2025 | Mission 160 Gun Range, Whitewright, Texas

This is a Tier 5 match — the highest level of IDPA competition. Founded by 2023 World Champion Kevin Harding, Mission 160 provides a premier outdoor pistol venue built specifically for national-level defensive shooting.

Scenario-based stages test the fundamentals under match pressure: draw from concealment, accuracy through transitions, reloads, and real-world defensive tactics. Tight scoring means minimal error margin. Expect elite competitors from across the country.

Optional categories: Lady, Junior, Senior, Law Enforcement, Military, International

• •Location: Mission 160 Range, north of McKinney (Dallas-Fort Worth area)
• •Airports: DFW International and Dallas Love Field nearby
• •Range amenities: Equipment check, chrono station, stage briefing areas, vendor booths, spectator space

• •Register early — championship spots are limited
• •Verify division-specific rules and concealment requirements
• •Practice match-like drills: cover-based shooting, target transitions, reloads under pressure
• •Watch previous nationals footage on YouTube to understand stage flow
• •Plan accommodations early (hotels, RV parking, campsites available nearby)

Elite-level competition, gear validation under match stress, real-world defensive drills, and direct connection with IDPA community and industry vendors.