Holster retention does no good if you don’t activate it 

This video demonstrates an aggressive target engagement drill focused on speed and decisiveness, emphasizing 'stabbing' the firearm towards the threat and shooting as fast as possible without hesitation. Instructor Mike stresses the importance of cutting out second-guessing, maintaining proper grip and stance, and looking through the gun for rapid, effective engagement. The drill is designed to build confidence and reduce reaction time in a high-stress scenario.

This guide outlines Craig Douglas's four-step progression for retention shooting, emphasizing a crawl-walk-run methodology. Developed from 33 years of experience, including undercover law enforcement, these techniques address extreme close-quarters encounters where traditional stances are impossible. The progression moves from visual checks to relying on tactile feedback and culminates in a single command to draw and fire, prioritizing safety and repeatability.

This video focuses on refining the TAC reload technique for firearms, emphasizing smoothness and consistency over speed. The instructor highlights the importance of maintaining sight alignment and ensuring accurate follow-up shots after a reload. It also touches upon shooting support-hand only when cover dictates and the critical rule of retaining partially-full magazines.

This video demonstrates the critical concept of the 'reactionary gap' and close-quarters defense. Lead Firearms Instructor Neil from Geauga Firearms Academy, with assistance from Daryl, illustrates why bringing a knife to a gunfight can be disadvantageous for the attacker in very close proximity. The demonstrations highlight the speed at which an attacker with a knife can close distance and inflict harm before a defender can effectively draw and deploy a firearm, emphasizing the importance of creating space and understanding reaction times in self-defense scenarios.

This technique, option two for a technical stand-up from a supine position, emphasizes hip strength and athleticism. It involves raising up on the hip while bringing a leg through to sit up, keeping both hands on the firearm. The instructor stresses the importance of practicing this move due to its demanding nature and the need for core and hip mobility, warning against muzzling oneself during the maneuver.

This video emphasizes the importance of 'greedy eyes' in dynamic shooting. The instructor advises against bringing the firearm down between shots, advocating for continuous visual acquisition and driving vision through the intended target area. The goal is to maintain a consistent shooting platform and flow through multiple positions without unnecessary gun manipulation.

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.