IPSC Stage Designer — draw stages in your browser
IPSC canvas at real-world scale (bay in metres), 3D and shooter view, WSB checklist, PDF and read-only RO link.
For MDs, designers and ROs: draw IPSC layouts without installing software. The stage is measured in metres — targets, props and grid stay proportional to the real range — and a 3D view shows the bay in perspective and at the shooter's eye level before you build it. WSB validation, PDF export and sharing with range officers.
Stage Designer
Features
- Target and obstacle drawing on canvas
- Bay size in metres (width × depth) with proportional targets, props, grid and measuring tool
- 3D view with isometric, overhead and eye-level shooter presets
- 3D view export as PNG or inside the stage PDF
- WSB checklist and rule validation
- PDF for printing and briefing
- Read-only link for the RO
Typical workflow
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Draw
Create the stage on canvas with targets, obstacles and distances.
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Check in 3D
Look at the bay in perspective and from the shooter position to catch hidden targets and shooting angles the plan view hides.
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Validate WSB
Use the WSB checklist before exporting PDF or sharing with ROs.
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Use in training
Import targets and shot counts straight into an athlete training session.
Athlete training
References
What the IPSC Stage Designer is
It is the web app for drawing IPSC stages in the browser: place paper and steel targets, barricades, fault lines, and area polygons on a canvas with grid, snap, zoom, and meter ruler. Create matches with multiple stages, fill WSB data (name, procedure, start position, minimum rounds), run automatic validation, and export briefing or PDF for RO and squad.
Who it is for
Match Directors and stage designers planning layouts before a match; Range Officers reviewing briefing and fault areas; clubs reusing drills or formats across events. It also complements Athlete Training: after drawing, use Link to Training to push calculated targets and round counts into training sessions — see https://ipsc.digital/.
How it works (step by step)
1) Sign in with Scoring Services SSO at https://stages.scoring.services/stages. 2) Select or create a match at the top. 3) Add stages and drag targets from the sidebar onto the canvas. 4) Fill WSB (name, procedure, start, minimum rounds). 5) Draw fault lines, walls, and polygons (shortcuts F, A, P). 6) Click Validate to check shots, No-Shoots, and start area. 7) Use Materials for the props list; Briefing for RO-ready text. 8) Export PDF or generate a read-only link. 9) Save as template for future matches.
Validation, materials, and PDF
Automatic validation helps catch shot, No-Shoot, and start-position issues before briefing. The materials list counts targets and rounds by type. Export PDF for the current stage, the full match, or a summary — useful for match files, squad walkthroughs, and range-team communication.
Share with RO and squad
Generate a read-only link with canvas, full briefing, and WSB data. Range Officers and athletes view without editing — ideal for pre-match alignment and remote review. The link complements PDF when you want a centrally updated view in your Scoring Services account.
Stage Designer vs official drawings
The feature is evolving and does not replace official federation drawings or your club workflow. Use it to plan layouts, training, internal briefings, and squad communication. For results and post-match analysis, combine with Import match and the hub at im.scoring.services.
Continue in the Scoring Services ecosystem
Linked training: https://ipsc.digital/. Analysis tools: Ipsc Calculators. Improve with match data: Improve Ipsc. Full index: IPSC guide.
Frequently asked questions
Does Stage Designer replace official federation drawings?
No. It is a planning tool with WSB, PDF and RO link — it complements match workflow.
Can I design the stage to real-world scale?
Yes. Set the bay width and depth in metres and the drawing works to scale: targets, props, grid and the measuring tool stay proportional to the real range.
Does Stage Designer have a 3D view?
Yes. The 3D button shows the stage in perspective, with isometric, overhead and eye-level shooter presets from the start area. The view can be exported as PNG or attached to the stage PDF.
Is the Stage Designer free?
Yes, for registered Scoring Services users. Sign in with SSO at https://stages.scoring.services/stages to create and save layouts.
Do I need to install anything?
No. It runs 100% in the browser — SSO login and an internet connection are enough.
Can I share the layout with the RO?
Yes. Generate a read-only link with canvas, briefing, and WSB for the Range Officer and squad to view without editing.
Does it export PDF and a materials list?
Yes. Export a stage or match PDF, generate RO briefing, and see automatic target and round counts by type.
How do I link a stage to Athlete Training?
In Stage Designer, use Link to Training to create a stage in the Training module with targets and rounds calculated from the layout. Guide: https://ipsc.digital/.
Does it replace official federation drawings?
No. It helps you plan, train, and communicate layouts; the official match drawing still follows your club or federation rules.