The Vanguard Games is a competition combining physical performance with live-fire precision shooting. Competitors are challenged in strength, endurance, accuracy, decision-making, and composure under pressure.

Registered competitors who meet the event’s eligibility, safety, equipment, waiver, and event requirements may participate. Competitors must complete the official registration process and required documentation.

Tactical

• Men’s Tactical
• Women’s Tactical (Advanced competitors / highest prescribed performance level.)

Intermediate

• Men’s Intermediate
• Women’s Intermediate (More accessible performance level; full competition)

Masters

• Men’s 40-49
• Women’s 40-49
• Men’s 50-59
• Women’s 50-59
• Men’s 60-69
• Women’s 60-69

Not sure which division is right for you? Review the Division Standards in the Athlete Information section before registering.

The Vanguard Games consists of four competition stages:

1. Vanguard Test
2. Stress Under Fire
3. The Operator
4. The Battlefield

Each stage combines physical work with a shooting component.

Because the competition incorporates live-fire shooting, competitors must be capable of following all range commands, firearm-safety requirements, and instructions from Range Officers and event officials.

If a competitor does not understand a command or procedure, they must seek clarification from an authorized official before proceeding.

Competitors should bring:

• Valid photo identification
• Required registration/waiver documentation
• Appropriate athletic clothing and footwear
• Required personal protective equipment
• Appropriate eye protection
• Appropriate hearing protection
• Any additional equipment identified in the final Competitor Handbook and pre-event instructions

Competitors must attend all mandatory safety/range briefings and any required stage walkthrough or equipment inspection established by the organizers.

Appropriate eye and hearing protection are required for designated live-fire activities. Competitors must also comply with all venue, range, firearm, and event safety requirements.

Scoring may account for stage performance, hits and misses, time penalties, safety penalties, and other infractions. Each missed shot will result in a three-second penalty added to the competitor’s finishing time. Detailed scoring procedures and applicable penalties will be provided in the official Competition Rules/Competitor Handbook.

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I would hold this FAQ for now. The handbook references an earlier October 3 transfer deadline but specifically says that policy still needs confirmation.

Same thing with refunds. We previously had No Refunds, but because this affects registration terms, let’s make sure Gabriel/Craig has finalized it before publishing it prominently.

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All registrations are final and non-refundable. If you are unable to compete, registration transfers may be permitted with prior approval from The Vanguard Games. Transfer requests must be submitted before the registration deadline of October 3, 2026. No transfers will be accepted after registration closes.