Drill Of The Month - Mozambique Drill

Published on January 3, 2018
Duration: 4:44

This video details the Mozambique Drill, also known as 'two to the chest, one to the head' or the 'failure drill'. The instructor emphasizes a deliberate pace, focusing on smooth transitions and accurate shot placement. The drill involves drawing, firing two shots to the chest, transitioning to the head for a single shot, and repeating from the draw, with optional magazine changes. The instructor advises against excessive speed for beginners, promoting the 'slow is smooth, smooth is fast' principle.

Quick Summary

The Mozambique Drill, also known as 'two to the chest, one to the head,' is a tactical shooting exercise for effective threat neutralization. It involves drawing, firing two shots to the chest, and then one to the head. The instructor advises focusing on accuracy and smooth transitions over speed, especially for beginners, following the 'slow is smooth, smooth is fast' principle.

Chapters

  1. 00:29Introduction & Drill of the Month
  2. 00:34New Year, New Intro, New Drill
  3. 01:11Introducing the Mozambique Drill
  4. 01:25Proper Name: Mozambique Drill
  5. 01:27History of the Drill
  6. 02:02Modern Modifications & Body Armor
  7. 02:35Execution: Chest to Head Transition
  8. 03:07Practice from the Draw & Mag Changes
  9. 03:53Slow is Smooth, Smooth is Fast
  10. 04:07Conclusion & Next Month's Drill

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Mozambique Drill?

The Mozambique Drill, also known as 'two to the chest, one to the head' or the 'failure drill', is a tactical shooting exercise. It involves firing two shots at the center mass of a target and then one shot to the head to ensure neutralization of a threat.

What is the proper technique for the Mozambique Drill?

The proper technique involves drawing your firearm, presenting it to the chest, firing two shots, then transitioning your sights slightly upwards to acquire the head, and firing one shot. The emphasis is on controlled sight alignment and smooth transitions.

Why is the Mozambique Drill important for self-defense?

This drill is crucial for self-defense as it trains for rapid, effective threat neutralization. It ensures that if initial chest shots are insufficient, a follow-up head shot is immediately available, addressing potential issues like body armor.

Should I perform the Mozambique Drill quickly?

While the drill can be performed quickly, the instructor emphasizes the principle 'slow is smooth, smooth is fast.' For beginners, it's more important to focus on accuracy and proper technique before increasing speed to avoid errors.

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