The NRA America’s Rifle Challenge (ARC) is a new short-range rifle discipline designed to develop practical shooting skills using modern sporting rifles such the AR-15. NRA-ARC is designed for shooters of all skill levels. With all targets positioned at 100 yards or less, almost any outdoor centerfire range is capable of hosting ARC matches. No pits or swinging target holders are required.

The ARC is a close-range, action-oriented discipline. The course of fire features targets placed from seven yards to 100 yards. Some stages also incorporate magazine changes and the use of barricades. ARC matches involve movement, as competitors transition into multiple shooting positions: standing, kneeling/sitting, and prone.

NRA-ARC is NOT limited to AR-15s. Any semi-automatic detachable magazine-fed rifle can be used. There will be three classes of firearms: Iron Sights, Optics Limited (with one non-magnified optical sight), and Optics Open (maximum two optical sights, one of which may be magnified).

The first-ever ARC match will be held June 6, 2015 at the Sangre Shooting Sports Club in Westcliffe, Colorado. Other ARC events will be held later this summer in Michigan, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Nevada, and Virginia. CLICK HERE for ARC match schedule.

To learn more about this new rifle discipline, check out the NRA’s free, 28-page America’s Rifle Challenge Guidebook. This covers the rifle classes, the course of fire, the rules, target standards, scoring procedures and more.