Dryfire Crew August Challenge! Drills and Skills

Published on August 5, 2023
Duration: 4:36

This video details the August Dry Fire Challenge, focusing on a specific drill designed to improve speed and accuracy from concealment. The drill involves engaging multiple popper and A-zone targets from 4 yards with a par time of 3.5 seconds. Key techniques emphasized include trigger prep during target transitions to achieve a smoother and faster engagement sequence, with a recommendation to confirm performance with live fire.

Quick Summary

The August Dry Fire Challenge features a 4-yard pistol drill with a par time of 3.5 seconds from concealment. Key techniques include trigger prep during target transitions, aiming to release the trigger as you move to the next target. Participants can enter by posting their drill performance with #dryfirecrew.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & July Challenge Winner
  2. 00:18August Challenge Details & Hashtag
  3. 00:21Drill Target & Setup
  4. 00:28Drill Distance & Par Time
  5. 01:03Drill Sequence: Left to Right
  6. 01:09Drill Sequence: Right to Left
  7. 01:22Importance of Dry Fire Confirmation
  8. 01:31Trigger Prep Technique Explained
  9. 01:54Trigger Prep Practice Method
  10. 02:02Breaking Trigger During Transitions
  11. 02:24Goal: Releasing During Transition
  12. 02:31Running the Drill Dry
  13. 02:42Dry Fire Run 1 Results
  14. 02:45Running the Drill Reversed (Dry)
  15. 02:55Dry Fire Run 2 Results & Analysis
  16. 03:05Transitioning to Live Fire
  17. 03:09Dry Fire Safety Rules
  18. 03:27Running the Drill Live
  19. 03:37Live Fire Run 1 Analysis
  20. 03:50Live Fire Run 1 Time & Next Steps
  21. 03:55Running the Drill Live Again
  22. 04:06Live Fire Run 2 Results
  23. 04:13Live Fire Run 2 Analysis
  24. 04:20August Challenge Recap & Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the par time for the August Dry Fire Challenge drill?

The par time for the August Dry Fire Challenge drill is 3.5 seconds when drawing from concealment at 4 yards. If drawing from outside the waistband, the suggested par time is 3 seconds.

What is the recommended technique for improving speed in the August Dry Fire Challenge?

The key technique is trigger prep: as you transition between targets, prep the trigger for the next shot without fully releasing it. This allows you to feel the trigger's sweet spot and release it during the transition, rather than after a full pull.

How can participants enter the August Dry Fire Challenge?

To enter the August Dry Fire Challenge, perform the drill, post a video of your performance, tag Farewell Firearms Training, and use the hashtag #dryfirecrew. This allows for feedback and a chance to win a prize.

What is the drill sequence for the August Dry Fire Challenge?

The drill involves starting from the left and engaging: Popper, Popper, two shots in the A-Zone, Popper, Popper. Then, reverse the sequence from right to left: Popper, Popper, two shots in the A-Zone, Popper, Popper.

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