KC&C Ep. 51 Training w/ Skips Tactical Solutions

Published on September 24, 2019
Duration: 90:54

Avery, owner of Skip's Tactical Solutions and an Air Force instructor, emphasizes practical firearm training for civilians, focusing on building confidence and effective skills. She highlights the importance of choosing a firearm that is manageable for the shooter, advocating for platforms like the Canik TP9 SF Elite for its balance of affordability, shootability, and effectiveness. Avery also stresses the value of continuous learning and feedback for both instructors and students, particularly for older women and minorities entering the firearms community.

Quick Summary

Avery, an Air Force instructor and owner of Skip's Tactical Solutions, emphasizes practical firearm training for civilians, focusing on building confidence and effective skills. She recommends the Canik TP9 SF Elite for its balance of affordability, shootability, and effectiveness, and highlights the importance of choosing a firearm manageable for the shooter.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Episode Overview
  2. 00:34Host's Shameless Plugs & New Build
  3. 01:23Patreon & Upcoming Content
  4. 02:04New Deep Dive Series Announcement
  5. 02:25Chat Room Greetings & Guest Introduction
  6. 04:03Host's Drink of Choice
  7. 04:37Introducing Avery from Skip's Tactical Solutions
  8. 05:32Avery's Background & Skip's Tactical Solutions
  9. 06:06Starting Skip's Tactical Solutions
  10. 06:33Avery's Military Service & Role
  11. 07:14Head of Armory & Firearms Instructor
  12. 07:53Marrying Military & Civilian Training
  13. 09:01Military Firearms Proficiency Discussion
  14. 10:06Host's Military Service Experience
  15. 11:35Comparing Military Courses of Fire
  16. 12:07Civilian Defensive Pistol Training Round Count
  17. 13:33Avery's Re-enlistment & Retirement Plans
  18. 15:45Military Education Benefits & Multitasking
  19. 16:57Tactical Response Course Costs & Alternatives
  20. 18:07AK-Themed Content & Potential Collaboration
  21. 19:31Preference: Training Civilians vs. Military
  22. 20:21Ego in Civilian vs. Military Training
  23. 21:16Host's First-Time Shooter Experience
  24. 22:15Instructor Career Start: Air Force Special Operations
  25. 23:32Favorite Firearm to Train: Rifle vs. Pistol
  26. 24:16Catalyst for Civilian Training Business
  27. 25:37Impact of Training One Person
  28. 26:01Avery's Social Media Links
  29. 26:30Industry Events & Creator Challenges
  30. 31:02Thoughts on the SIG Sauer M17 (P320)
  31. 31:30Experience with Beretta M9
  32. 31:49Ideal Military Pistol Recommendation
  33. 34:41Host's Negative Beretta M9 Experience
  34. 35:3910mm vs. 9mm for Military
  35. 36:04Larger Calibers: .45 ACP, 10mm, .357
  36. 39:07Military Firearm Innovation Trends
  37. 39:3710mm for Carry?
  38. 41:12AR-9 with Glock Mags for SHTF
  39. 41:54Focus of Skip's Tactical Solutions YouTube Channel
  40. 43:30Most Enjoyable Aspects of Content Creation
  41. 43:50Favorite Industry Events: NRA vs. SHOT Show
  42. 44:53Memorable Moments in Content Creation
  43. 47:09First Time Recognized as 'Skip's'
  44. 49:15Host's First Time Being Recognized
  45. 51:16Mandatory Carry & 10mm Debate
  46. 52:12Favorite Firearm: Canik TP9 SF Elite
  47. 53:37Canik TP9 Elite Combat Review
  48. 55:06Canik TP9 Accuracy Concerns & Origin
  49. 56:00Canik vs. P320 Bore Axis & Recoil
  50. 59:03Challenges at Ranges: Teaching vs. Others
  51. 60:49Experience with 2011s & STI/Staccato
  52. 62:02Being African-American & Pro-Gun
  53. 63:24Challenging Negative Minority Firearm Stereotypes
  54. 65:14Supporting Minority Voices in the Gun Community
  55. 66:44Student Who Made Instructor Excited
  56. 67:24Inspiring Student Stories: Connie
  57. 70:12Value of Private Lessons & Student Transformation
  58. 73:38Becoming a Firearm Instructor: Mastery vs. Certification
  59. 75:17Best Age to Start Training Kids
  60. 77:31Teaching Kids About Firearms vs. Video Games
  61. 79:54Ear Protection Recommendations
  62. 80:18Walker Electronic Ear Muffs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Skip's Tactical Solutions?

Skip's Tactical Solutions is a firearms training company founded by Avery, an Air Force instructor. Avery started the business to bring a unique perspective and attract new faces to the firearms community, focusing on practical training for civilians.

What is Avery's background in firearms instruction?

Avery has been a firearms instructor for nearly 11 years, starting her journey in the Air Force in 2003. She transitioned to becoming an instructor about five years into her service, bringing her military experience and a distinct teaching style to civilian training.

What firearm does Avery recommend for new shooters?

Avery highly recommends the Canik TP9 SF Elite for new shooters due to its affordability, ease of shooting, and effectiveness. She notes that students who handle it often express interest in purchasing one, and it helps build their confidence.

How does military firearms training differ from civilian training?

Avery notes that civilians often value and appreciate paid training more than military personnel, who may view mandatory range time as a task to complete. Civilians also tend to have less ego and are more focused on learning, making them sometimes easier to work with.

What are Avery's thoughts on minorities and firearms ownership?

Avery believes it's crucial to showcase positive images of minorities as responsible gun owners to counter negative stereotypes. She emphasizes that being a minority and pro-gun can be challenging but is important for representation and ensuring minority needs are addressed within the gun community.

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