Videos tagged with Bob Whaley

This expert-level guide from Gunsite Academy's Bob Whaley details the critical techniques for shooting from cover. It emphasizes understanding the distinction between cover and concealment, optimal positioning relative to cover, and utilizing angles to minimize exposure while maximizing visual advantage. The instruction covers proper firearm presentation, movement, and target engagement strategies for defensive scenarios.

This video from Gunsite Academy, featuring instructors Bob Whaley and Dave Miles, delves into the 'training your personality' philosophy, emphasizing subconscious mastery of critical firearm skills. It highlights the importance of training shooting mechanics to a subconscious level to manage cognitive load during high-stress events. The guide focuses on practical drills for malfunction clearance and speed reloads, stressing repetition and situational awareness.

This guide details the 5-step threat discrimination system taught by Bob Whaley, a Gunsite Academy Range Master and former SWAT officer. The system, influenced by Paul Howe, emphasizes a systematic approach to identifying threats in defensive situations, moving beyond the traditional 'watch the hands' method. It's designed to enhance situational awareness and prevent friendly fire incidents.

This guide details the Gunsite Academy's 50/200 yard zeroing strategy for AR-15 carbines, as explained by Mark Thomas (NSSF) and Bob Whaley (Gunsite Instructor). It emphasizes using a specialized target and starting at 25 yards for initial adjustments before confirming the zero at 50 and 200 yards. Regular zeroing is recommended for maintaining accuracy.