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GLOCK Sport Shooting Foundation

GLOCK Sport Shooting Foundation

SMYRNA, Ga. --(Ammoland.com)- The GLOCK Sport Shooting Foundation (GSSF), an organization of GLOCK, Inc., was founded in 1991 to introduce GLOCK SAFE ACTION pistol owners to sport shooting in a friendly environment.

GSSF stages indoor and outdoor competitions throughout the United States.

The competition stages have been designed to be easy to understand and operate with no requirements for fast draws, speed reloading, or physical movement. Competitors of all legal ages and abilities have the opportunity to compete against their peers in different categories for each model of GLOCK pistol.

All GSSF matches are family oriented, with competitors ranging from beginner to expert. These events are a great place to hone shooting skills, learn some tricks-of-the-trade and establish relationships with fellow shooters and industry professionals. GSSF members also receive the services of a factory armorer at every outdoor match, to make sure their GLOCK performs at its peak, with free labor and replacement parts when needed. The emphasis for every GSSF match is always on safe firearm handling, accurate shooting and good sportsmanship.

Competitors simply show up at the GSSF events with their GLOCK (as it’s the only firearm permitted to participate), factory ammunition and approved eye and ear protection. Then, they are ready to compete.

GSSF has a separate class for master-ranked competitors and modified (e.g., optically sighted) GLOCK pistols. There are also designated classes for adult females; male and female junior shooters; shooters challenged by a physical restriction; and senior and “super senior” (+65 years old) competitors.

While competitors must be a GSSF member to participate, their membership also provides them an opportunity to purchase a GLOCK pistol at a special price and attend a GLOCK Armorer’s course (if eligible).

Upon membership, competitors receive a membership card, a GSSF cap, two issues of the GLOCK Report, a copy of the GLOCK Annual and the opportunity to participate in special offers. GSSF is affiliated with the United States Civilian Marksmanship Program, whose benefits are also made available to GSSF members.

GSSF celebrated its 20th Anniversary 2011, and continues to welcome shooters ranging from young and old, law enforcement officers, members of the US Armed Forces and even first time shooters. More than 80,000 members have attended events during the past 19 years, including world champions who started their careers at GSSF matches and continue to return to compete, and introduce their families to the sport of competitive shooting.

Visit: www.gssfonline.com

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Glock, Inc. Announces 25Th Anniversary Tactical Class With Gunsite Academy

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SMYRNA, Ga. --(Ammoland.com)- GLOCK, Inc has announced they will be joining forces with Gunsite Academy to host a week-long, limited seating “GLOCK 25th Anniversary 250 Class.”

The class, which is being held in celebration of GLOCK’s 25th Anniversary in the United States, will take place on the Gunsite Ranch, in the high Sonoran Desert, on Oct. 10-14, 2011.

During the “all GLOCK week” at Gunsite, shooters will participate in standard Gunsite tactical curriculum with the focus solely on training with a GLOCK pistol.

“We are excited to partner with Gunsite Academy because they are known for their quality firearms training,” stated Josh Dorsey, Vice President at GLOCK, Inc. “This week will deliver training tactics that showcase why GLOCK pistols remain the top choice for those who go into harm’s way to defend us all.”

Supplementary to the tactical training, shooters will be given the opportunity to train with certified GLOCK armorers, as well as learn more about the history of GLOCK. All participants of the limited space class will receive GLOCK merchandise highlighting the company’s milestone anniversary celebration.

The GLOCK Shooting Sports Foundation (GSSF) and the GLOCK Armorer Group will be on hand providing demonstrations and tips for those who are interested during the course of the week.

To register for the class, or for more information, please visit www.gunsite.com or email coordinator@gunsite.com.

About GLOCK, Inc.
GLOCK, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of pistols and accessories. GLOCK’s superior engineering has produced a pistol with only 34 parts and a rugged polymer-frame, providing industry-leading reliability shot after shot. GLOCK is renowned for its pistols which are safe, featuring three safeties; simple, offering a low number of components to provide reliability; and fast, with no encumbering parts to slow the speed to fire. This combination makes GLOCK pistols the first choice among consumers and law enforcement, with 65% of agencies nationwide choosing to carry GLOCK. Austrian-engineered, the company has manufacturing facilities in the United States and Austria. Based in Smyrna, Ga., GLOCK, Inc. is an advocate for our nation’s law enforcement and military personnel, as well as all citizens’ Second Amendment right to bear arms. For more information, please visit www.teamglock.com.

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