Grand Prix de Belgique - Compak Sporting - Belgium (May 2008)

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Compak-Sporting

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Start

May 17, 2008, 02:00

Europe/Kyiv (UTC+3)

End

May 18, 2008, 02:00

Europe/Kyiv (UTC+3)

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Bauffe, Belgium

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About competition

The 2008 FITASC Compak Sporting Grand Prix of Belgium (Grand Prix de Belgique) was a premier international clay target shooting tournament held on May 17th and May 18th, 2008. Staged as a highly anticipated spring fixture on the European competitive shooting circuit, this prestigious two-day tournament brought together the finest marksmen from across the Benelux region, top-tier French and British competitors, and various international delegations to contest the fast-paced, high-precision Compak Sporting discipline. The championship was proudly hosted at the world-class and picturesque facilities of the International Shooting Center Bauffe (ISCB) in Bauffe, Lens, Belgium.

Event Highlights & Structural Parameters

Operating under the official international framework of the 2008 global target shooting calendar, this Grand Prix paired Belgium's deeply rooted clay shooting culture with strict international sports regulations:

Sanctioning Architecture: The competition operated under the direct international authority of FITASC (Fédération Internationale de Tir aux Armes Sportives de Chasse), in close coordination with the Fédération Belge de Tir aux Clays (FBTC-BFK), certifying that all multi-field layouts, automated target flight paths, and weapon compliance parameters strictly conformed to tier-1 global standards.
Global Ranking Leg: Staged as an active, point-scoring qualification match, this event functioned as a critical continental leg for athletes accumulating points toward the annual international Beretta FITASC Cups circuit and the worldwide ranking standings.
The Walloon Landscape Challenge: Set across a massive 13-hectare multi-discipline recreational estate in the scenic Walloon countryside, the venue allowed course designers to engineer highly technical layouts. Shooters had to navigate rapid-fire sequence doubles, tricky low-window crossing profiles, and changing atmospheric light conditions typical of Central Europe’s variable mid-spring weather, severely testing target acquisition and reflexes.

1. Full Event Program & Schedule

The tournament operational timeline concentrated the intense technical qualification flights across the weekend, preceded by official preparation windows:

May 15th – May 16th (Thursday – Friday): Arrival of international and domestic delegations, squadding registry confirmation, firearm safety compliance verifications, and open training lines on designated Compak layouts.
May 17th (Saturday) — Grand Prix Day One: Phase 1 of the official qualification flights opens across specialized multi-stand layouts, challenging shooters with diverse target speeds, vertical angles, and trajectory patterns under variable spring skies.
May 18th (Sunday) — Grand Prix Final Day: Concluding qualification flights, followed immediately by high-stakes, sudden-death international tie-breaking shoot-offs (barrages) to determine the definitive individual and category podium positions.
May 18th (Sunday) — Official Awards and Closing Ceremony: Staged late Sunday afternoon to honor individual, category, and national team winners, officially concluding the 2008 Belgian Grand Prix.

2. Venue Profile & Logistical Location Details

All tournament operations, specialized shooting stands, and official administrative offices were hosted at one of Belgium’s premier and most accommodating outdoor shooting complexes:

Host Venue:

International Shooting Center Bauffe (ISCB)

Rue Delmotte 140,

7870 Bauffe (Lens), Wallonia, Belgium

The International Shooting Center Bauffe (ISCB) is widely celebrated across Western Europe as an elite, multilingual hub for clay sports, welcoming both domestic and international shooters alike. Spanning a beautiful 13-hectare green property, the club features fully advanced automated trap setups optimized for Compak, Universal Trench, and English Sporting. Equipped with comprehensive infrastructure and a welcoming clubhouse, the venue provides a highly technical, top-tier competitive environment.

3. Organizing Committee & Registration Framework

Administrative operations and international competitor registries followed strict timeline allocations managed through the global governing body and its national affiliate:

National Coordinating Partner: Fédération Belge de Tir aux Clays / Belgische Federatie voor Kleiduifschieten (FBTC-BFK)
International Sanctioning Oversight: Fédération Internationale de Tir aux Armes Sportives de Chasse (FITASC)

Shooting Ground

International Shooting Center Bauffe

Bauffe, Belgium

The International Shooting Center Bauffe (ISCB) is a premier private shooting and recreational facility situated in the scenic countryside of Bauffe, within the Lens municipality of Wallonia, Belgium. Operating as a versatile hub, the center successfully bridges the gap between professional sports shooters, recreational marksmen, corporate clients, and families looking for a unique weekend getaway. Managed by Jimmy Plasschaert, whose family has a deep-rooted heritage in managing Belgian shooting associations, ISCB is renowned across the region for its welcoming atmosphere, high safety standards, and top-tier infrastructure.

At the core of ISCB’s outdoor attractions is its comprehensive clay target shooting layout, designed to challenge all skill levels and disciplines. The facility features diverse shooting configurations that cater to competitive athletes and hunters alike:

Two Universal Trenches (Fosse Universelle)

One American Trench (Fosse Américaine)

Compak Sporting & Hunting Course (Jachtparcour)

Compact Sporting setup featuring complex target trajectories (rabbits, tower, incoming, outgoing, and loopers)

High-Quality Lighting System for nocturnal clay shooting during the autumn and winter seasons

In addition to its outdoor ranges, ISCB provides exceptional indoor handgun facilities within two fully automated 25-meter shooting tunnels. Each tunnel features four shooting lanes equipped with automatic target retrievers programmed for distances of 10, 15, 20, and 25 meters, operating under the continuous supervision of range stewards to ensure absolute safety. For advanced shooters holding valid carry permits, the facility also offers tactical practical shooting setups in a dedicated "fun shooting" tunnel.

Instruction and training at the center are highly structured, prioritizing safety and rapid skill development. Absolute beginners are guided through a secure and motivating initiation by certified ADEPS (the official sport administration of Wallonia) instructors. Beyond individual training, ISCB is a popular venue for corporate team-building events, private parties, and seminars, boasting a fully equipped conference room that accommodates up to 45 people. All group activities are closely supervised by professional stewards who assist participants on the ranges.

Beyond its professional shooting lanes, the complex has evolved into a multi-sport family recreation hub. After a demanding shooting session, visitors can unwind at the cozy brasserie-tavern "La Cartouche," famous for its warm hospitality and traditional Belgian dishes, such as their highly-rated carbonades. The facility also features:

An on-site RC Mini-Car Racing Track (mini-bolids)

An active Paintball Field

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An upcoming Archery Range slated to open in the near future

To participate, guests can choose between affordable non-member day passes or comprehensive yearly memberships that offer significant discounts on clay targets and handgun range tokens. The pricing structure is clear and designed to encourage regular practice:

Annual Clay Target Membership: €215/year
Annual Handgun Membership: €215/year
Dual Discipline Membership: €350/year
Clay Series (25 targets): €9.50 for members vs. €14.00 for non-members
Handgun Range Jeton (Token): €2.00 for members vs. €10.00 for non-members

Opening Hours (2026 Schedule)

Wednesday: 09:00 – 17:30
Saturday: 09:00 – 17:30
First Sunday of every month: 09:00 – 12:00 and 13:00 – 16:00
Select Mondays: 09:00 – 17:30 (specific dates announced quarterly)
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and other Sundays: Closed

Rue Delmotte 140, Bauffe, Belgium, 7870

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