September 12, 2026
PAST EVENT
STAY READY SAN DIEGO PRESENTS
TACTICAL
ATHLETE
EXPERIENCE
FITNESS - FIREARMS - MINDSET
Safely combine functional fitness, marksmanship and movement in a structured, beginner-friendly field training experience.
REGISTER OCTOBER 3 — $99THE EXPERIENCE
COMPETENCE
UNDER FATIGUE.
This is a coached tactical-fitness and marksmanship event focused on preparing equipment, moving safely with firearms, managing an elevated heart rate and applying shooting fundamentals through progressive stages.
The emphasis is safety, competence, confidence and continuous improvement. First-time tactical athletes and experienced competitors are welcome.
Participants under 18 are welcome when accompanied and supervised by a parent or legal guardian. All participants must follow range rules and demonstrate that they can safely handle the required equipment.
5Event hours20Maximum participants$99Registration3Experience categories
2026 EVENT CALENDAR
CHOOSE YOUR DATE.
Registration is now open for October 3. Each event is limited to 20 participants.
EXPERIENCE CATEGORIES
CHOOSE YOUR LEVEL.
Select the category that honestly reflects your combined shooting and fitness experience. Staff will use your selection to place you in a squad with athletes of a similar experience level.
NOVICE
New to tactical-fitness competition. You can handle firearms safely and independently, but have little or no experience combining shooting with fitness under time pressure.
INTERMEDIATE
Prior action-shooting or equivalent training, moderate fitness, and able to work safely under time pressure.
ADVANCED
Experienced tactical competitor with strong shooting and fitness, prepared for the heaviest loads and fastest pace.
Staff may adjust squad placement when needed for safety or balance.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
BUILD THE
CAPABILITY.
- Range safety and equipment inspection
- Rifle and pistol fundamentals
- Safe movement with firearms
- Functional movement standards
- Shooting with an elevated heart rate
- Match-style scoring and penalties
- Performance mindset and composure
- Recovery and fueling principles
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
ARRIVE
PREPARED.
- Rifle in .223/5.56 NATO or larger with two-point sling
- Handgun in 9mm or larger
- Active-retention holster covering the trigger
- Three rifle and three pistol magazines
- Magazine pouches, eye and ear protection
- Factory-loaded ammunition: approximately 150 rifle and 150 pistol rounds
- Athletic clothing, sturdy shoes and water
Recommended: plate carrier or weighted vest, knee pads, gloves, hat, sunscreen and a small range bag.
HALF-DAY FLOW - 0800-1200
HOW THE DAY RUNS.
SAFETY BRIEF
Firearm rules, medical plan, range commands and expectations.
EQUIPMENT INSPECTION
Rifle, pistol, sling, holster retention and magazine placement.
ORIENTATION
Mindset, range procedures, transitions and safe movement.
SKILLS
Rehearse ready positions, reloads and transitions.
MOVEMENT + WARM-UP
Positions, barricades, scoring basics and dynamic preparation.
EVOLUTION I
Two squads rotate through competing, observing and scoring.
RECOVER + COACH
Hydrate, adjust equipment and review performance.
EVOLUTION II
A new challenge with greater movement and decision-making.
DEBRIEF
Individual coaching, recommendations and next steps.
BRASS CALL
Clear the range, collect brass and account for equipment.
WHEELS UP!
Range clear. Training complete. Depart the venue.
OCTOBER 3 EXPERIENCE
TRAIN WITH PURPOSE.
SHOW UP READY.
Developed and hosted by Stay Ready San Diego. Train with clear standards, capable coaching and a safety-first approach from arrival through the final debrief.
REGISTER AND COMPLETE YOUR PARTICIPANT DETAILS ON PRACTISCOREREGISTER NOW — $99
Tactical Athlete Experience is an independently developed Stay Ready San Diego program. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Tactical Games.