Firearm Training: Building Confidence and Following Instructions

John G. Johnson, a firearms instructor, details the critical importance of a proper trigger press for accuracy. He emphasizes understanding each phase of the trigger pull, from initial contact to the final break, and how rushing or flinching sabotages accuracy. The guide covers establishing a solid grip, a smooth trigger application, and the benefits of dry-fire practice for developing muscle memory and consistency. This instruction is aimed at helping shooters of all levels improve their fundamental shooting skills.

This guide details Ben Stoeger's approach to trigger press training, emphasizing aggressive, subconscious manipulation for speed and accuracy. It advises practicing rapid, straight trigger pulls during dry fire to minimize conscious thought during live shooting. For critical shots, a conscious, careful press is recommended, but the ultimate goal is to develop an aggressive, subconscious trigger control that can be applied to most shooting scenarios.

This guide details the proper technique for loading a pistol magazine and executing an accurate trigger press, as demonstrated by Instructor Mike. It emphasizes correct magazine orientation, smooth trigger manipulation, and proper sight alignment to improve shooting accuracy. The instruction highlights common errors and provides expert guidance for safe and effective firearm handling on the range.

This workshop focuses on common handgun accuracy issues, emphasizing fundamental techniques. Instructor John G. Johnson explains that most misses stem from a missing element in the shooter's system, such as poor trigger press, grip, stance, or sight alignment/picture. He details how to achieve a solid grip, an athletic stance, and a proper trigger press, highlighting the importance of front sight focus and a level pistol for consistent accuracy.

This video provides essential guidance for new shooters aiming to improve their accuracy by focusing on four fundamental pillars: stance, grip, sight picture/alignment, and trigger press. Instructor John emphasizes that mastering these elements creates consistency, which is the direct path to better shooting performance. He also offers an 'accuracy bundle' of ebooks to further assist learners.

This video by John G. Johnson of Firearms Training By John G. Johnson focuses on diagnosing and fixing common accuracy issues, specifically shooting low and left. The instructor emphasizes that proper grip and trigger press are responsible for approximately 90% of accuracy problems. He details a high, wrapped grip with locked thumbs and a 'press' rather than 'pull' trigger action as key to achieving consistent accuracy. The video also touches on sight picture and the 6 o'clock hold for precise aiming.

This video provides expert guidance from Instructor Mike on how an Illinois concealed carrier should comply with police during a traffic stop. It details maintaining officer safety, proper disclosure of a concealed firearm, and presenting identification and permits from a lanyard to avoid sudden movements. The instructor emphasizes proactive communication and adherence to safety protocols taught in his courses.

Instructor Mike, identified as a Firearms Instructor, provides expert guidance on secure firearm storage within a vehicle. He strongly advocates for carrying the firearm on your person as the most secure method, with shoulder holsters presented as a viable alternative. The video explicitly discourages several common but unsafe storage locations, including between seats, sun visors, door pockets, near the steering column, center consoles, and glove boxes, highlighting the risks associated with each.

This video from Instructor Mike critiques an off-duty officer's poor tactical choices while working a side job. Key takeaways include the dangers of wearing a hoodie that obstructs peripheral vision and the risks associated with using earbuds that diminish auditory awareness. Instructor Mike emphasizes the importance of maintaining situational awareness even when off-duty or in a secondary role.

This video demonstrates a traffic stop scenario involving Instructor Mike and a Chicago police officer. It highlights the importance of maintaining visible hands during an interaction and provides a practical example of how to communicate effectively with law enforcement. The officer issues a warning for a missing license plate, emphasizing the need for proper vehicle documentation.