INSANE Russian Counter Terror Confidence Drill

Published on March 15, 2014
Duration: 5:42

This video showcases extreme Russian counter-terror confidence drills designed to maintain accuracy under severe duress. Operators are subjected to live fire on body armor and intense cognitive/physical harassment to simulate combat stress. These advanced 'Russia only' drills emphasize target identification and trajectory control under immense pressure.

Quick Summary

Russian Special Forces utilize extreme 'confidence drills' where operators face live fire on body armor and intense physical/mental harassment. The goal is to maintain accuracy and composure under severe duress, focusing on target identification and trajectory control in chaotic combat scenarios.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Dynamo Gun Range & FSB Alpha Team
  2. 00:17Concept of the Confidence Drill Explained
  3. 01:13Execution: Live Fire on Body Armor Drill
  4. 02:16Cognitive Stress & Math Drill Introduction
  5. 03:22Demonstration: Physical & Mental Stress Drill
  6. 05:02Final Assessment: Advanced Russian Training

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Russian counter-terror confidence drill?

It's an advanced training exercise where Russian Special Forces operators are subjected to extreme stress, like live fire on body armor or intense physical/mental harassment, to ensure they can remain calm and accurately engage targets under duress.

What is the purpose of shooting at body armor in these drills?

The drill simulates being shot during combat. The operator must maintain composure, draw their weapon, and accurately fire at a target despite the physical impact and psychological shock of being hit.

How do Russian forces simulate stress during training?

They use a combination of methods, including live fire near the shooter, physical jostling, shouting, and demanding cognitive tasks like solving math problems under pressure to replicate battlefield chaos.

Why are these drills considered 'Russia only'?

Larry Vickers highlights the extreme safety risks involved in these specific drills, suggesting they require a unique operational environment and risk tolerance not typically found or permitted in other training programs.

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