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THE
PROVING GROUNDS
PUERTO RICO

Puerto Rico’s first-ever fitness + live-fire shooting competition - and the first of its kind in the Caribbean.

WHAT IS THE PGPR

The PGPR is the first event to combine functional fitness and live-fire shooting in a single, high-intensity competition.

Taking place March 7, 2026 at RL Shooting Club in Aguas Buenas, Puerto Rico, this event welcomes athletes of all skill levels to test endurance, accuracy, and grit - tested under pressure, proven in Puerto Rico.

Each event division is designed to match different levels of experience, ensuring every athlete - from first-timers to tactical professionals - can safely compete and be challenged.

EVENT DIVISIONS

The competition features three divisions, tailored to different experience levels. Each division is available in both Pistol and Pistol + Rifle formats.
All athletes will engage in live pistol shooting (9mm, .40 S&W, or .45 ACP). Athletes registered in Pistol + Rifle will also engage rifle stages (.223/5.56 or .300 Blackout).

Equipment weights, distances, and challenges scale by division to ensure athletes from any background can participate safely and competitively.

Scale
Division

Beginner
Division

Intermediate
Division

2-GUN
(Pistol + Rifle)

Allow athletes to complete the full PGPR event at their own pace, based on their current fitness and comfort level.

  • Safety-first, experience-focused participation

  • Adjustable loads, movements, and effort

  • Athlete-scaled workouts and shooting distances

Accessible, safe entry point for first-time tactical athletes.

  • Light-to-moderate functional loads

  • Pistol shooting under controlled stress

  • Designed for first-time competitors

Higher intensity for experienced athletes with regular training.

  • Heavier loads and longer efforts

  • Pistol precision while fatigued

  • For experienced, regularly trained athletes

Compete under your chosen movement standard with added weapon complexity.

  • Scale, Beginner, or Intermediate standards - athlete choice

  • Live-fire with pistol and rifle, including safe transitions

  • Positional shooting and decision-making under pressure

SAFETY FIRST

Safety is the foundation of The PGPR. Every live-fire stage is supervised by certified Range Offices (ROs), and athlete, spectator, and operational areas are clearly separated.​

Participants must attend a mandatory safety briefing before competition day, and firearms are handled only under RO supervision. Our goal is a challenging, controlled environment where everyone goes home proud - and safe.

What is THEPGPR?

WHY COMPETE?

The PGPR is your chance to challenge yourself in a new and exciting way. Whether you come from fitness or shooting - or neither - this event is designed so anyone can step up, push their limits, and grow.

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It’s safe, controlled, and built for all levels. If you’ve ever wanted to try something different, test your discipline, or simply prove to yourself what you're capable of… this is it.

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Ready to take on the challenge?

JOIN THE MOVEMENT

Registering is simple. Whether you're brand-new to shooting, a seasoned athlete, or somewhere in between, The PGPR welcomes you. Choose your division, prepare for the challenge, and join the first tactical fitness community in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean.

Ready to prove yourself under pressure?

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© 2025 by The PGPR - Independent event. Not affiliated with The Proving Grounds (U.S.).

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