Cadence as a training tool

Published on February 26, 2024
Duration: 6:55

This video demonstrates a training drill focused on establishing and maintaining a specific shooting cadence or rhythm. The instructor emphasizes the importance of controlled trigger pulls and consistent tempo, even when shooting rapidly. The drill aims to improve shooter awareness and control by forcing a deliberate relationship between sight acquisition and trigger manipulation, distinct from typical 'see sights, then pull' methodology.

Quick Summary

This firearms training drill focuses on establishing a shooting cadence or rhythm. It involves looking at a spot, drawing, getting on grip, and then firing six rounds at a consistent tempo, emphasizing controlled trigger pulls over raw speed to improve shooter awareness and control.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction to Target Focus Struggles
  2. 00:17Standard Trigger Pull vs. Training Method
  3. 00:33Introducing the Cadence Drill
  4. 01:15Drill Steps: Look, Draw, Grip, Shoot
  5. 01:33Avoiding Rapid Trigger Pull Speed-Up
  6. 01:54Demonstration of Cadence Drill
  7. 02:16Advanced Cadence: Vision Flipping
  8. 03:00Common Mistakes: Perceived Sights then Trigger
  9. 03:44Maintaining Tempo
  10. 03:51Mistake: Dragging the Gun
  11. 04:13Mistake: Tensing Up and Throwing the Gun
  12. 04:48Focusing on Disconnecting from Sights
  13. 05:05Good Example of Cadence Shooting
  14. 05:09Key Takeaways from the Drill
  15. 05:37Shooting to Vision
  16. 05:51Vision Catching Up with Shooting
  17. 06:23Drill Purpose: Learning, Not Engagement Strategy
  18. 06:35Training Rotation and Next Steps

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary goal of the cadence training drill?

The primary goal is to help shooters experience shooting differently by forcing them to shoot at a particular rhythm or cadence, improving their control over trigger manipulation and tempo, rather than just focusing on sight alignment alone.

What common mistakes should be avoided during this cadence drill?

Avoid speeding up the trigger pull, 'bump firing', dragging the gun across targets, or tensing up and 'throwing' the gun. The focus should remain on controlled, deliberate trigger presses at a consistent tempo.

How does this drill differ from standard shooting practice?

Unlike standard practice where you see sights, then pull the trigger, this drill establishes a cadence first. It forces you to shoot at a specific rhythm, potentially making your vision catch up with your shooting and increasing awareness.

What are the key takeaways from practicing this cadence drill?

Key takeaways include experiencing shooting with relaxed shoulders and the gun going where you look, developing better awareness of what aggressive shooting looks and feels like, and improving the relationship between your vision and your shooting execution.

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