“A free people ought not only to be armed, but disciplined…”
– George Washington, First Annual Address, to Congress, Jan. 8, 1790

Fun for all ages!

Formed in the mid-1970’s, Asheville Practical Shooting Association (APSA) was the first club in North Carolina to become a USPSA affiliated club. From there, we’ve grown to offer many opportunities for enthusiasts to shoot. Click on one of the links below to learn more about our:

Monthly Practical Shooting Matches
Quarterly 3-Gun Competitions
Women’s Basic Handgun Training (W.A.Y.S.)
IPSC/IDPA Funshoots every Thursday evening

Practical Shooting Match near asheville, nc

Club News

Bear Arms Fun Shoot Update

Posted: July 1, 2020

Bear Arms will be back to its traditional schedule after the July 4th holiday. Thursday Fun Shoots at Bear Arms will resume on Thursday, July 9. The range is undergoing some updates which are expected to be complete prior to that date. We will keep you advised. Be safe!

Also, on Thursday evenings there are USPSA style pistol matches at the Mountain Range (https://www.mountainrangewnc.com/) , at 17 Palmer Road, Waynesville, NC 28786. Matches start at 5:30 pm.
You will find a great group of shooters at either location