Who's interested in a RO class

[jakemartens]

Level II and Level III matches must be RO'ed by certified people. Clip board and other duties do not have to be but the person on the clip board must be certified and for a Level III match there must be a CRO on the stage.

Level I it is not a requirement for a RO to be certified, and I support passing the timer around a bit but not everyone is ready and should not run shooters. There is more to it that meets the eye, and somethings need to happen. Proper range commands, safety, scoring, and hopefully avoiding mistakes. Many times the attitude is this is just a club match and all the rules do not apply or many things get fudged or let go and this attitude needs to be avoided.

I am not saying rvb is suggesting any of this is acceptable but it can happen when the timer is passed around and some are not ready. We all need to guard against this. The only way to get the experience necessary to be a good RO is to get out there and run shooters, but the person needs some preparation in order to do a good job.

Like a Level 1 Range Officer Class

 

[rvb]

Level II and Level III matches must be RO'ed by certified people. Clip board and other duties do not have to be but the person on the clip board must be certified and for a Level III match there must be a CRO on the stage.

Level I it is not a requirement for a RO to be certified, and I support passing the timer around a bit but not everyone is ready and should not run shooters. There is more to it that meets the eye, and somethings need to happen. Proper range commands, safety, scoring, and hopefully avoiding mistakes. Many times the attitude is this is just a club match and all the rules do not apply or many things get fudged or let go and this attitude needs to be avoided.

I am not saying rvb is suggesting any of this is acceptable but it can happen when the timer is passed around and some are not ready. We all need to guard against this. The only way to get the experience necessary to be a good RO is to get out there and run shooters, but the person needs some preparation in order to do a good job.

Certainly that's NOT what I'm saying... I hope that's not what was read from my post.

but I often haer, even from folks w/ a few years of shooting under their belt, "well I would if I were certified..." and I'm just pointing out that you do not need to be cert'd to get involved. What I'm certainly NOT saying is to give the timer to people who don't want it* or are not ready. And I'm not saying the class isn't necessary... I hope to get in to it**. And I can assure you I don't think level I matches should be officiated to any lower standard.

-rvb

*well, hell, I don't want it.
**Now it's just a decision whether to gamble the registration $ since end of Feb is so close to our due date... might wait to see what the Doc says as we get closer.

-rvb

 

[Coach]

Certainly that's NOT what I'm saying... I hope that's not what was read from my post.

but I often haer, even from folks w/ a few years of shooting under their belt, "well I would if I were certified..." and I'm just pointing out that you do not need to be cert'd to get involved. What I'm certainly NOT saying is to give the timer to people who don't want it* or are not ready. And I'm not saying the class isn't necessary... I hope to get in to it**. And I can assure you I don't think level I matches should be officiated to any lower standard.

-rvb

*well, hell, I don't want it.
**Now it's just a decision whether to gamble the registration $ since end of Feb is so close to our due date... might wait to see what the Doc says as we get closer.

-rvb

No it was coming through your post at all. I simply quoted you in my post in reference to the level II and III portion because those RO's must have completed the course.

I have seen in the past uncertified people ROing at club matches and they should not have been. It is not rocket science and most anyone can learn to do it and do it right, and we need more people who can and will do it. But there is more to doing it and doing it right that most people think.

 

[mongo404]

Sounds like the class is going to be good sized by the way Jake was talking to day. That is great. rvb Im sure that Jake will work something out with you.

 

[HICKMAN]

Registered and paid!

 

[Skroggster]

Got my App and ready and willing to get more involved.

 

[jakemartens]

If you are interested in this get them in and paid, I have had 10-12 email rerquest in the last 2 days for app's, we may have to limit class size so don't wait around.

Check out this comment about one of Troy McManus's classes:
Level 1 USPSA Range Officer Seminar - THR

 

[Skroggster]

If you are interested in this get them in and paid, I have had 10-12 email rerquest in the last 2 days for app's, we may have to limit class size so don't wait around.

Check out this comment about one of Troy McManus's classes:
Level 1 USPSA Range Officer Seminar - THR

Jake,
We need an address to send them to as it is not on the application when I got mine Sunday.
I have the check and app ready to send but not sure where!

 

[jakemartens]

Right now I have received 9 applications for the class, I have had several request to email them an app.

This is a great opportunity to come out and really learn and understand the rules. I highly recommend taking the class for anyone that shoots USPSA. It will help improve your game. By understanding and knowing the rules under which you are competing in is huge.

All you need for the class is
something to write with and take notes with
your USPSA gear (gun, holster, mag pouches etc0
Ear & Eye protection

First day of the class is in the classroom
Second Day will be some classroom and then all students will
shoot a stage and run a shooter thru a stage with the trainer of the class
watching and coaching you.

I took the class 2 years ago and learned more about this sport and the rules and what I could and could not do in those 2 days then I did the whole 3 years I spent shooting matches before then.

Because of class room size we are going to be limited in space and will end up capping this so don't wait around get your application in

email me for info
Jake Martens

jakemartens@comcast.net

 

[Litlratt]

Jake, email sent.

 

[Trevlan]

I read through the first page and I'm unfamiliar with what 'RO' means. I'm new to firearms and this forum and would love to participate in a class where I can learn how to properly shoot a gun. Also, I can take the pictures of our outing.

 

[msquared]

I read through the first page and I'm unfamiliar with what 'RO' means. I'm new to firearms and this forum and would love to participate in a class where I can learn how to properly shoot a gun. Also, I can take the pictures of our outing.

RO = Range Officer. In this case specifically USPSA Range Officer.

It covers the rules and scoring of USPSA matches.

If you get into shooting sports it would be very valuable but not what you need for general shooting instruction.

Check out ACT's Pistol 101, something by Indy Gun Safety or one of the other classes in the Tactics and Training forum they will get you started out in the right direction.

And welcome to the world of shooting!

 

[downrange72]

I read through the first page and I'm unfamiliar with what 'RO' means. I'm new to firearms and this forum and would love to participate in a class where I can learn how to properly shoot a gun. Also, I can take the pictures of our outing.

Basic pistol course from ACT

https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...ing/122863-bp_100_by_act_march_13_2011_a.html

 

[rvb]

A Level 1 Range Officer Seminar will be held on Feburary 19th-20th at the club house at the Atlanta Conservation Club. Atlanta Conservation Club

Now it's just a decision whether to gamble the registration $ since end of Feb is so close to our due date... might wait to see what the Doc says as we get closer.

Right now I have received 9 applications for the class, ... Because of class room size we are going to be limited in space and will end up capping this so don't wait around get your application in

How many openings do you have left? I'm still iffy on those dates. I'm willing to chance loosing the course fee but I don't want to cause someone else who can attend for sure to miss out, so I'm going to wait till the last minute to sign up.
When is the cutoff date to signup?

-rvb

 

[Trevlan]

Thanks for the information. Knowing how and what is scored is essential for the judges as well as the shooters. How do I sign up?

 

[jakemartens]

Thanks for the information. Knowing how and what is scored is essential for the judges as well as the shooters. How do I sign up?

PM sent

 

[Trevlan]

PM sent

I couldn't reply to the PM since I'm still a nooby. LoL. But the message was received and I appreciate all of the information you have given me.

I will take a class with ACT and once I've graduated to a member of USPSA, I will come and see you guys for the RO instruction. Thank you all for your responses and patience when dealing with a noob such as myself.

 

[Coach]

I read through the first page and I'm unfamiliar with what 'RO' means. I'm new to firearms and this forum and would love to participate in a class where I can learn how to properly shoot a gun. Also, I can take the pictures of our outing.

https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...d_training/120655-bp_100_march_13_2010_a.html

The link above should be what you are looking for.

 

[BillD]

I'm in

 

[mongo404]

Cut off date is approching. Time to get of the fence and get involved