VRPC Juniors

VRPC Juniors is a competitive rifle and pistol program for shooters ages 8-20, run by the Vancouver Rifle & Pistol Club. They're affiliated with USA Shooting, the NRA, and the Civilian Marksmanship Program—all three track competition averages and rankings.

Getting started is straightforward: - New shooters begin with one-on-one safety instruction and firearm handling from certified coaches - First two Monday practices include loaner rifles or pistols—no equipment needed to try it - After two practices, you decide if you're going competitive; if yes, sign the team agreement, pay the $50 yearly fee, and provide your own ammunition (available at the range)

Training progression: Coaches take you from supported prone position through unsupported prone, kneeling, and finally offhand (standing). Air pistol shooters work from a bench supported position.

Program Director: Katelyn Alala Certified Coaches: - Katelyn Alala (Rifle) - Rob King (Rifle) - Jerry Schadler (Rifle & Pistol)

"Club coaches focus on safety, responsibility, technical skills and having fun through success."

Junior team members traditionally show improvement in focus, maturity, grades, and overall responsibility.

• •Certified instruction in safe gun handling and range procedures
• •Travel opportunities to local, state, and national competitions
• •Equipment provided during initial practices
• •Competition tracking through USA Shooting, NRA, and CMP memberships (strongly encouraged for traveling members)
• •Age-appropriate programs: Air pistol starts at age 8; smallbore and air rifle start at age 10

Drop in Tuesdays around 5:00 pm to meet coaches and learn about the program. Bring your kid and ask questions—they'll walk you through everything.