Videos tagged with Beginner Pistol Training

This guide, based on insights from former CIA Officer Jason Hanson, outlines a recommended approach for introducing new shooters, particularly women, to firearms. It emphasizes starting with low-recoil .22 caliber pistols and making the experience fun with engaging targets, while cautioning against intimidating instruction styles often found in some gun stores. The goal is to foster a positive and non-intimidating introduction to shooting.

This video provides a comprehensive introduction to pistol shooting for beginners, guided by expert JJ Ricaza. It covers essential techniques like proper grip, trigger control, sight alignment, and safety protocols. The training progresses from static target practice with iron sights to using red dot sights and incorporates elements of competitive shooting stages, emphasizing the balance between speed and accuracy.

John G. Johnson, a firearms instructor from Cape Coral, Florida, provides a comprehensive guide for new shooters to overcome fear and build confidence. He emphasizes that nervousness, shaky hands, and missing shots are normal. The video details techniques for proper grip, trigger control, sight alignment, and recoil management, while also highlighting the importance of safety and seeking professional instruction. Johnson encourages a focus on defensive accuracy over bullseye shooting and stresses patience with the learning process.

This video from Team Glock University outlines five essential pistol drills for beginners preparing for their first competition. The drills focus on building confidence, reinforcing fundamentals like trigger control and recoil management, and improving proficiency through controlled practice, speed drills, distance shooting, transitions, and movement with reloads. The instructor emphasizes learning from mistakes to enhance overall shooting efficiency.

This video from Tactical Hyve explains how to overcome accuracy issues caused by heavy pistol triggers. Instructor Miles demonstrates a technique where applying upward pressure with the support hand against the trigger guard creates a stable base, counteracting muzzle dip during the trigger pull. This method helps maintain accuracy even with challenging trigger weights.

This video provides a foundational training drill for new pistol shooters, focusing on safe and proficient handgun manipulation. It covers drawing from the holster, achieving a proper sight picture, executing a controlled trigger press, and clearing common malfunctions like a tap and rack. Emphasis is placed on safety, slow deliberate movements, and building a solid foundation before increasing speed or complexity.

Robin Evans, founder of Chicks with Triggers and an NRA-Certified Instructor, emphasizes a progressive approach to firearms training, starting new shooters with .22 caliber firearms and gradually introducing larger calibers. Her 'Try Before You Buy' program allows women to test various concealed carry options. Evans also offers comprehensive programs on firearm maintenance, malfunction drills, and holster use, with a strong focus on empowering women, particularly those affected by domestic violence, to learn self-defense.

This guide details the master pistol grip technique as demonstrated by Johnny Q. It emphasizes proper hand placement, finger wrap, and thumb positioning for optimal control and recoil management. The instruction is delivered with high authority, suitable for intermediate shooters looking to refine their fundamental grip.

This video details a firearms pickup class for new owners, Pat and Ginger, focusing on basic pistol handling and shooting techniques. Instructor John G. Johnson guides them through proper grip, trigger control, muzzle discipline, and magazine loading using an 'Equalizer' pistol. The class emphasizes building comfort and control, with practical advice on common beginner issues like muzzle flip and grip consistency, culminating in safe firearm operation.

This video provides fundamental pistol shooting instruction for new shooters, focusing on grip, trigger control, and stance. Instructor John Johnson guides a student, Sarah, through the process of shooting her new Smith & Wesson EZ pistol, emphasizing the importance of 'pressing' the trigger rather than 'pulling' it. The instruction highlights the ease of use of the EZ model for new shooters, particularly women, and promotes the 'try before you buy' approach to firearm acquisition.

This review covers the Beretta 92FS, a full-size 9mm pistol with a rich history, including its service with the US military. The presenter highlights its ambidextrous decocker, double-stack magazine capacity (estimated at 15-17 rounds), and overall reliability. While acknowledging its iconic status, the reviewer also notes the lack of modern features like a threaded barrel. The video includes shooting demonstrations and a personal journey towards improving pistol shooting skills.

The Smith & Wesson SW22 Victory is a 22LR pistol praised for its fun factor, ease of shooting, and suitability for introducing new shooters to handguns. It features a threaded barrel for suppressor use, fiber optic front sights, adjustable rear sights, and an included polymer rail for optics. While generally reliable, some malfunctions were noted with specific ammunition brands.