If you’re looking for shooting events or firearms training in Central Florida, you’ll see two main event types from Defcon Tactical Fitness: Tactical Fitness Training Days (‘TacFit’) and Tactical 2-Gun Matches. While both combine shooting and movement, they serve very different purposes.
Understanding the difference helps you choose the event that fits your goals, fitness level, and shooting background.
Tactical Fitness (TacFit) Events
TacFit events are fitness-first training events that finish with precision shooting under fatigue. These events are built to simulate large competitions like The Tactical Games and The Patriot Games.
Each stage includes a challenging workout, often HIIT or strength-based, followed by a shooting portion. The workout alone is demanding. By the time you get to the shooting, your heart rate is high and your breathing is stressed. The focus is on slowing down, controlling your body, and making accurate shots from different positions.
Stages are long, usually 6 to 12 minutes, and pacing matters. These events reward work capacity, mental toughness, and disciplined shooting. TacFit events are training-focused. Scores are tracked and posted so athletes can measure performance and earn bragging rights.
TacFit is best for athletes who want to push their fitness, improve precision shooting under stress, and prepare for high-end tactical fitness competitions.
Tactical 2-Gun Matches
Tactical 2-Gun matches are shooting-first competitions with light to moderate fitness mixed into short stages. The goal is fast, efficient shooting combined with dynamic movement.
Stages typically last under 2 minutes and include aggressive movement, transitions between rifle and pistol, and short physical tasks that add stress without causing full fatigue. The balance is roughly 70% shooting and 30% fitness.
These matches reward stage planning, speed, accuracy, and smooth movement. While fitness still matters, it supports the shooting rather than driving the stage. Tactical 2-Gun is a great option for shooters who enjoy dynamic competition and want a bridge between traditional shooting sports and tactical-style events.
Which One Should You Choose?
The biggest difference comes down to what is tested first.
TacFit tests your fitness first, then your shooting.
Tactical 2-Gun tests your shooting first, with fitness layered in.
Many Central Florida shooters train in both. TacFit builds endurance, mental toughness, and shooting discipline under fatigue. Tactical 2-Gun sharpens movement, transitions, and match-style shooting skills.
If you’re newer to tactical events, Tactical 2-Gun is often the easier entry point. If you want a harder, more physically demanding training day, TacFit will challenge you quickly.
Central Florida Shooting Events
Defcon Tactical Fitness hosts monthly Tactical Fitness Training Days and regular Tactical 2-Gun matches in the Central Florida area. Both are designed to be challenging, safe, and community-driven.
If you’re searching for shooting events or tactical training in Central Florida, check the Defcon Tactical Fitness schedule on Practiscore to find the right event for you.
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