Shooting focuses on accuracy, concentration and technical skills. It is a sport with one of the longest historical traditions. The history of shooting goes back thousands of years. Today it is even part of the Olympic Games and other international competitions. Shooting has its roots in the time when people used weapons for hunting and self-defense. However, it gradually transformed out of necessity into a discipline that focuses on accuracy and technique, which gradually led to the inclusion of shooting in various sports competitions. The first official shooting competitions were held in the 19th century and since then the sport has been constantly developing.
Shooting includes a wide range of disciplines that differ according to the weapons used, the distance, the type of shooting and also the rules. The most famous disciplines include pistol shooting, rifle shooting, shotgun shooting and also biathlon. Biathlon combines cross-country skiing and shooting. What should such a successful shooter know? It is important that he master the correct technique, breathing, posture, aiming at the target and correctly control the weapon. Modern sports weapons are accurate and are also equipped with various aids to increase stability and accuracy.
We must not forget about safety, which is key in this sport. Athletes, but also organizers or instructors follow strict rules, which minimizes the risk of injury. Do not forget to always use protective equipment. Headphones, protective glasses and also follow the correct principles of handling a weapon. Do you also want to try out what it is like to shoot a weapon? To start, we recommend that you visit a shooting range. Here you will have the opportunity to try shooting from various types of weapons, under the supervision of instructors. They will make sure that you are in a safe environment and will also show you how to shoot a weapon and how to handle it correctly. This is an ideal choice for beginners.