Battle of the Tension

This video details a quick and easy rifle to pistol transition drill designed to improve shooter proficiency. It requires 25 rounds each of rifle and pistol ammunition, and a 25-yard range. The drill emphasizes scoring based on accuracy (Alphas, Charlies, Deltas, Mikes) and time, culminating in a hit factor calculation. The instructor demonstrates the drill and provides scoring examples.

This 10-minute dry fire routine, led by world champion Lena Miculek, focuses on building fundamental pistol skills. It incorporates drills for grip, draw stroke, trigger control, and presentation, emphasizing technique over speed. The routine includes dedicated grip-building exercises to strengthen shooting muscles and can be repeated for longer training sessions.

This guide details fundamental AR-15 shooting techniques for improved accuracy and control, as explained by an expert instructor. Key elements include proper stance, grip, rifle-to-shoulder contact, and avoiding common mistakes like the 'Detroit lean' and rifle cant. The instruction emphasizes a stable platform for effective recoil management and consistent shot placement.

This video introduces the 'Bucket Drill,' a training method designed by Kyle McNabb to improve trigger control and focus for new shooters. The drill utilizes a custom target with a three-sided box to provide visual feedback on dot movement during the trigger press. By focusing on keeping the dot within the 'bucket,' shooters learn to associate their physical inputs with shot placement, accelerating the learning curve and reducing negative self-talk.

This video details a target transition drill designed to improve accuracy and speed under a time constraint. The drill emphasizes 'calling your shot' and the rule that transitions are only permitted after a hit. It promotes performance-based training, encouraging shooters to incrementally improve their personal bests, and highlights the importance of coordinated body movement and visual focus during transitions.

This drill focuses on efficient transitions between shooting positions (standing, kneeling, prone) while emphasizing the proper use of magnification adjustment on a Low-Powered Variable Optic (LPVO). The instructor highlights the importance of working the magnification control during the prone transition and engaging targets from various angles, including over-the-shoulder shots.

This video demonstrates a critical malfunction where the magazine drops during recoil, a common issue in competitive shooting. Ben Stoeger, a professional competitive shooter, highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing such failures. The guide provides steps to troubleshoot this specific problem, emphasizing safety and proper firearm handling.

This video demonstrates a critical safety incident: an uncommanded discharge of a Sig Sauer P320 during the re-holstering process. Expert analysis from Ben Stoeger highlights the visual evidence of the discharge originating from the holster, emphasizing the importance of constant vigilance and proper technique even when the firearm is supposedly "safe" in its holster. The incident underscores the need for thorough firearm inspection and immediate post-incident assessment.

Ben Stoeger, a professional shooting instructor, explains common misconceptions about red dot sights. He emphasizes that true proficiency comes from focusing on the target, not the dot itself. The guide details training methods, like occluding the optic, to develop this crucial skill, comparing it to the lifelong refinement needed for trigger control.

This comprehensive dry fire program, led by World Champion shooter Ben Stoeger, focuses on refining fundamental handgun skills. It includes a structured warm-up, detailed drills for draw stroke mechanics, efficient reloads (including strong and weak hand only), and positional shooting from kneeling. The program emphasizes precision and control, progressing to dynamic movements and transitions essential for competitive shooting.