International Steel Shooting Association

The International Steel Shooting Association is a non-profit organization that runs competitive steel shooting matches both indoors and outdoors across the United States and Europe. Unlike paper-based competition, steel shooting targets produce an immediate audible and visual response—they "ding" when hit. This feedback transforms the shooting experience and adds what competitors call a huge "fun factor."

International Steel matches are designed to be accessible. All shots are intentionally easy enough that newer shooters with basic skills will succeed. Your score is time—the faster you shoot all targets cleanly, the better your result. The challenge isn't the difficulty of individual shots; it's maintaining speed while staying accurate. Miss a target, and you shoot again, adding time to your run. Seasoned competitors shoot "on the edge," constantly balancing velocity and precision.

"The difficulty of International Steel competition is not the difficulty of the shot itself. Your score is the time it takes for you to shoot all of the targets, so the faster shooter wins."

Standardized Rules - Same ruleset used worldwide, from local club matches to world championships - Club-level rules (more relaxed, coaching permitted) and Championship-level rules (stricter, no outside assistance) - Clear, unambiguous language—when in doubt, advantage goes to the shooter

Stage Library & Design Flexibility - Extensive library of approved stage layouts for championship matches - Local clubs can design custom stages within ISSA guidelines to fit their facilities - Multiple divisions available; clubs can create additional ones for local needs

Competition Divisions - Standard divisions across all levels - Rimfire Series for 22LR shooters - Scholastic/Juniors programs - Senior divisions - Paper Steel option for indoor facilities

Match Information & Results - Worldwide calendar of ISSA-sanctioned matches - Live match results posted on ISSA website - Clubs publicize events globally through ISSA platform - Photo galleries and detailed match reports

ISSA sanctions matches across the Pacific Northwest and internationally:

State & International Championships - ISSA Idaho State Championships held in Smelterville (Idaho Panhandle) - European Steel Challenge Championships (Winterswijk, Holland) - Man of Steel Championships (Oregon) - Championship matches available for clubs interested in hosting

Club Affiliation: $50/year (US) - No per-shooter fees at club-level matches - Championship-level matches: $1.25 per entry only - Discounts on spray paint (negotiated with vendors), medals, trophies - Possible funding for junior, new shooter, and safety programs - Use of ISSA name for your matches - Worldwide promotion through ISSA website - Potential to host regional or world championships

Individual Membership: $25/year (US) - Inclusion on email list for match announcements and news - Access to members-only website areas - Low member number (early joiners get desirable numbers) - Pride in supporting a shooter-run organization

ISSA is run entirely by shooters, for shooters. The organization is staffed by volunteers who receive no compensation. International contacts include representatives in France, Germany, Hungary, and the Netherlands, ensuring that ISSA rules and match formats are consistent worldwide.

Mike Gallion – Director - 2704 Gabelein Rd., Clinton, WA 98236 - 360-321-6258 - [email protected]

1. Provide standardized rules for all competition levels 2. Deliver standardized stage layouts with flexibility for local design 3. Support diverse divisions while allowing local customization 4. Encourage and facilitate worldwide growth of steel shooting 5. Maintain comprehensive website with rules, calendar, results, and club information 6. Support affiliated clubs in promoting and conducting successful matches

• •Non-Profit Mission — ISSA intends to use its non-profit status to fund new shooter programs, junior programs, and firearms safety initiatives.