A drill that can fix your shooting

Published on August 8, 2024
Duration: 4:17

This video details the 'One Shot Return Drill,' a technique designed to improve a shooter's ability to return their firearm precisely to the point of aim after a shot. The drill emphasizes focusing on the aiming point rather than fighting recoil, promoting a more intuitive and effective shooting process. Instructor Ben Stoeger highlights how this subtle shift in mindset can lead to significant breakthroughs in shooting performance.

Quick Summary

The One Shot Return Drill is a firearm training exercise focused on improving accuracy by emphasizing precise gun return to the point of aim. Shooters focus on the target spot rather than fighting recoil, promoting a more intuitive and effective shooting process.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction and Comment Reading
  2. 00:45Explaining the One Shot Return Drill
  3. 01:20Why the Drill is Effective
  4. 01:46The Subtle Mindset Shift
  5. 02:00Common Shooting Mistakes Addressed
  6. 02:37Focusing on the Aiming Point
  7. 03:16Instructor's Firearm Choice (Staccato)
  8. 03:53Conclusion and Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the One Shot Return Drill?

The One Shot Return Drill is a firearm training exercise where a shooter fires one round and focuses on returning the gun's sights precisely to the original point of aim as it recoils, rather than actively fighting the recoil.

How does the One Shot Return Drill improve shooting?

This drill improves shooting by shifting the shooter's focus from mitigating recoil to achieving a predictable gun return. By relaxing and focusing on the aiming point, shooters often find their gun returns more accurately.

What is the key technique for the One Shot Return Drill?

The key technique is to stare at the spot you want the gun to return to, rather than watching the sights track up and down. This allows for a more intuitive and precise return to the point of aim.

Why is the One Shot Return Drill considered effective?

It's effective because it's a quick, single-shot drill that subtly challenges a shooter's ingrained habits of rigidly fighting recoil. It promotes a mindset focused on the gun's predictable return, leading to breakthroughs in accuracy.

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