Videos tagged with Partial Targets

This video provides guidance on how to approach and train with partial targets in shooting competitions. The instructor emphasizes that there's no single absolute strategy, and decisions should depend on factors like distance, hit factor, and shooter proficiency. The advice focuses on developing intuition through practice, prioritizing penalty avoidance, and understanding that 'wasted time' might be necessary for accuracy on difficult shots.

This video by Tap Rack Bang, LLC, explains the concept of 'throttle control' in firearm training, drawing parallels between competitive shooting (USPSA) and defensive scenarios. It details how different target types and scoring zones influence the shooter's rate of fire and accuracy requirements. The instructor demonstrates how to adapt shooting speed based on target presentation, cover, and the presence of non-threats, emphasizing that competitive target engagement strategies have direct validity in enhancing defensive shooting capabilities.

This video details an agility drill designed by Ben Stoeger to improve movement techniques in competitive shooting. It focuses on efficient starting and stopping, managing the firearm during transitions, and optimizing stance for stability on various surfaces. Instruction emphasizes athletic movement and confirming shots on the go, offering insights from a professional competition shooter.

This video by Ben Stoeger focuses on improving target tracking and focus during shooting drills. The core concept emphasizes reacting to the color on the target near the aiming reference rather than waiting for a perfectly still sight picture. The drill incorporates various target presentations, including obscured targets and no-shoots, teaching shooters to maintain pace and focus by looking for 'spot on blobs' for tighter groups.

This video from Tactical Hyve provides guidance for beginner and intermediate competition shooters on how to effectively engage no-shoot and partial targets. The core advice is to shift focus from the small scoring zones to the center of the entire available target area. This approach increases the effective target size, reduces the risk of penalties from hitting no-shoots, and allows for faster shooting times, emphasizing a balance between speed and accuracy for competitive success.

This video details the 'Ghost Partials Drill,' a training exercise focused on enhancing visual discipline for competitive shooters. The drill emphasizes using no-shoot targets as visual aids to refine aiming points on partial targets, ultimately aiming to improve accuracy and scoring potential without sacrificing speed. The instructor guides viewers through specific aiming strategies for different target presentations, highlighting the mental effort required for precise shot placement.

This episode of Practical Shooting After Dark features discussions on the USPSA Area 4 match, emphasizing stage design variety and execution. It also delves into practical advice for competitors, focusing on preparedness and avoiding common oversights. A significant portion is dedicated to advanced shooting techniques, specifically target focus and the use of red dot sights versus iron sights, with practical training methods to improve visual control.

This discussion from the Practical Pistol Show covers the nuances of front sight focus versus target focus in competitive shooting. The hosts, including Ben Stoeger, discuss how target distance, target type (full, partial, no-shoot), and stage factor influence sight acquisition strategy. They emphasize that while front sight focus is generally recommended for accuracy, target focus or a hybrid approach may be more effective at very close distances or in high-pressure, fast-paced stages.

This video provides a match analysis for a USPSA Carry Optics competition, focusing on the shooter's first match in the division with a Glock. The analysis, aided by shot timer software, delves into split times, movement, transitions, and draw stroke efficiency. Key takeaways include the need to improve split times, refine body positioning during movement, and practice techniques like the shuffle step for better stage performance. The shooter aims to emulate the speed and efficiency of top-tier competitors.

This video features competitive shooter Maria Gerson discussing various aspects of practical pistol shooting. Topics include the unique CZ Shadow 2 Maria Gerson Edition, strategies for engaging partial and no-shoot targets, decision-making for swinger targets, safe firearm movement, and the significant performance gap between her and other female competitors. Gerson emphasizes a calculated approach to risk, accuracy through volume, and the importance of consistent practice.

This episode of the Practical Pistol Show features Ben Stoeger and guests discussing match strategy in IPSC and USPSA, focusing on how different course lengths (short, medium, long) affect approach. They also delve into the importance of training for specific skills like long-distance poppers and weak-hand-only partial targets, emphasizing that neglecting any skill can lead to significant score drops. The discussion highlights the need for consistent practice across all target types and distances to achieve competitive success.

This video provides a breakdown and analysis of a USPSA match from the perspective of a competitor. The speaker, an experienced shooter, discusses their performance on various stages, highlighting areas for improvement in accuracy, reload speed, and target engagement. Key takeaways include the importance of accurate shooting on steel targets, efficient reloading techniques, and meticulous preparation of ammunition before a match.