Which disciplines are recognized by the FFTir ?
The French Shooting Federation (FFTir) is the official organization that oversees, regulates, and promotes the practice of sport shooting in France. Whether you are a beginner shooter or an experienced competitor, it is essential to know the disciplines recognized by the FFTir to practice legally and participate in official competitions.
Why is the recognition of a discipline by the FFTir important ?
When a discipline is recognized by the FFTir, this means that she is framed by official rules, what it can be practiced in competition, and what it is Eligible for licenses, insurance, and sports titles. This also ensures suitable infrastructure and a serious organization around the activity.
The main disciplines recognized by the FFTir
The FFTir recognizes and oversees more than 25 sports disciplines, grouped into several major categories:
10-meter Air Rifle Shooting
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10 m pistol
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10 m rifle
An ideal discipline for beginners, 10m shooting is practiced indoors with .177 caliber (4.5mm) air guns. It is also an Olympic category.
25-meter shooting
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Standard pistol
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Sport pistol
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Free pistol
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Speed gun
These events are generally practiced with .22 LR caliber pistols, on paper or electronic targets. Precision shooting and speed are the key elements.
The 50-meter shooting
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50 m rifle
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50 m Pistol (also known as Free Pistol)
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Rifle 60 shots prone
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Rifle 3 positions (kneeling – prone – standing)
These disciplines require a high level of precision and are also present at the Olympic Games.
Shooting at 200, 300, and 600 meters
Discipline reserved for experienced shooters using centerfire rifles. Long-distance shooting is practiced in a few specialized ranges.
Regulation Arms Shooting (TAR)
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Reenactment of military shooting with period or modern weapons (standard-issue weapons)
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Categories: pistol, revolver, semi-automatic rifle, bolt-action rifle
Very popular in France, TAR combines a passion for military history with athletic rigor.
Speed Shooting and Fun Shooting
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IPSC (TSV – Sport Shooting in Speed)
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Vitesse Acier
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Clay Pigeon (Trap Shooting)
Even though some of these disciplines are more regulated by other federations at the international level, the FFTir acknowledges and organizes them at the national level.
Field Target
Similar to clay shooting, this discipline is practiced with air guns and involves hitting metallic knockdown targets at varying distances.
Metallic Silhouette Shooting
Spectacular discipline where shooters aim at metallic silhouettes representing animals, at various distances (25 to 200 m).
Disciplines for young people and beginners
The FFTir also develops some Shooting schools with disciplines suitable for children from 8 years old, mainly around the 10 m shooting with pedagogical methods and specific materials.
What about unrecognized disciplines ?
Some disciplines such as the Western shooting (Cowboy Action Shooting), "the" dynamic shooting type "3-Gun" or certain types of black powder shooting are not (yet) officially recognized by the FFTir. However, their practice may be tolerated in some clubs, subject to safety conditions.
Conclusion
The FFTir offers a wide range of sports disciplines, from precision shooting to dynamic shooting, including historical shooting. Whether you are passionate about antique firearms, extreme precision, or adrenaline, you will certainly find a recognized discipline that suits you.