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I may be too far gone. I've already got my eye on a shotty for 3-gun.

I am going to do my third IDPA match this weekend at the Terrell Rifle & Pistol Club. I have shot probably between 90-120 rounds depending on the setup in each of those first two matches, so your biggest expense will be the ammo. There are several classes based on skill and the type of handgun you use. I have not done a classifier match yet, so I compete in the unclassified category of SSP (stock service pistol). The first time I went I didn't have any idea what category or class I would be in. I told them it was my first time and what gun I had and they told me everything else.

Safety is big as you would expect and as it should be. Follow the rules, listen carefully, and ask questions if you don't understand. Don't be shy, but don't be obnoxious. My first match I asked if I could not go first so I could watch at least a couple other people first. They were really cool about that and usually one of the more experienced club members went first.

If you are fairly comfortable with your gun and enjoy shooting then you will probably have a blast. It is easier and more difficult than you think. What I mean by that is that the match itself is easy to do. However, you (at least I was) will probably be humbled by some folks. Every single one of the revolver guys scored at least 30 seconds better than I did for the entire match. You will need a holster (some places prohibit Serpas, but TRPC does not) and a double mag carrier for IDPA.