Videos tagged with Four Aces Drill

Joel Park discusses the value of data collection in shooting, emphasizing that while quantitative metrics like scores and times can be tracked, they often fail to capture the qualitative aspects of improvement, such as discipline and trigger control. He suggests that for immediate feedback, slow-motion video can be useful for self-analysis, even if not archived. For more in-depth reflection, a journal can help articulate specific challenges and areas of focus, turning general observations into actionable training plans. For online coaching, recent match footage or videos of specific drills are recommended for analysis.

This video explains how firearms instructor Joel Park tracks his drill times and scores. Instead of a traditional notebook, he prefers using a digital note-taking app like Apple Notes. He records target times for familiar drills and sets specific performance goals for new or challenging exercises, using these notes as benchmarks to gauge progress and maintain accountability during practice sessions.

This video from Spiritus Systems explores the debate between active and passive aiming techniques when using night vision for shooting. Instructor Adam emphasizes that both methods are valid and necessary, depending on the situation. Active aiming, using IR lasers or lights, is crucial for PID and operating in unnatural positions, while passive aiming offers superior stealth. The video demonstrates this through practical drills like 'Four Aces,' 'VTAC 1 to 5,' and 'Accelerator,' highlighting the speed and accuracy differences experienced by shooters Braxton and Adam.

This guide synthesizes expert instruction from Lucas Botkin of T.REX ARMS on the Glock 47. It covers advanced shooting drills, weapon manipulation techniques, and highlights the pistol's modularity, emphasizing reliability and practical application for experienced shooters.

This discussion covers integrating practical shooting principles into active shooter training, emphasizing speed and accuracy. It also delves into the importance of honest self-assessment in dry fire practice, highlighting common pitfalls like chasing times over technique. The conversation touches on the challenges within USPSA, including unwelcoming environments and match duration.