Master Coach John "Shrek" McPhee

This video offers expert advice on diagnosing and fixing shooting problems without overcomplication. Lead Firearms Instructor Joel Park emphasizes that shooting improvements are an ongoing process, akin to patching leaks in a ship. He stresses the importance of addressing one habit at a time due to limited cognitive focus during shooting and advocates for video analysis as a crucial tool for objective assessment, highlighting the discrepancy between perceived and actual shooting mechanics.

Joel Park, a coach at PSTG, provides expert guidance on effectively analyzing your own training videos. The core principle is to identify recurring trends and fundamental issues in your shooting mechanics, such as grip or stance, rather than fixating on single errors. This methodical approach allows for the development of targeted training plans and specific drills to improve performance in practical shooting disciplines.

This expert-level guide, presented by John 'Shrek' McPhee of Sheriff of Baghdad, focuses on correcting common shooting grip flaws that lead to instability. It emphasizes the importance of shoulder alignment over hand movements and introduces the 'Super Push' technique. By actively pushing the firing shoulder into the backstrap, shooters can achieve greater control, improve shot groups, and enhance overall accuracy.

John 'Shrek' McPhee, a former Special Operations veteran and professional instructor, emphasizes that true proficiency under stress is built upon a foundation of perfect, repeatable execution of basic skills. He advises against introducing stressors like time limits or physical exertion until a skill can be performed flawlessly without them, as adding pressure prematurely will degrade performance.

John 'Shrek' McPhee, a former Tier 1 operator, presents a critical reload evaluation drill. The core principle is that a fast, clean magazine drop facilitates the entire reload process. The drill uses a 3-inch circle as a standard for accuracy, emphasizing self-correction and consistent performance assessment under simulated stress. This method serves as a reliable yardstick for improving reload efficiency.

This video details John 'Shrek' McPhee's progression in wind tunnel training, emphasizing the importance of mastering belly and back flying before advancing to head-down orientations. McPhee, a Tier 1 operator, demonstrates controlled maneuvers and highlights the structured approach required for safe skill development in aerial sports.

This video details a specific grip technique taught by John 'Shrek' McPhee, emphasizing the 'Two-Dot Alignment Method' for consistent hand positioning. The instructor uses markers to illustrate key contact points on the hands, crucial for recoil management and maintaining grip integrity during firing. Practical application is demonstrated through live fire, showing a tight shot group resulting from the technique.

This video offers a glimpse into the 2024 IBJJF World Championships, focusing on John 'Shrek' McPhee's purple belt division match. It highlights the intense grip fighting and takedown attempts characteristic of high-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition. The visual evidence confirms McPhee's participation and the event's professional setting, featuring FUJI mats and broadcast graphics.

John 'Shrek' McPhee demonstrates a critical rifle-to-pistol transition technique. Key steps include a controlled rifle release, pinning the stock to the body with the support hand to prevent movement, drawing the pistol, and then re-acquiring the rifle. This method ensures a stable platform for engaging targets with either weapon system.

John 'Shrek' McPhee details the use of thermite for destroying IED-rigged vehicles encountered during Special Forces operations in Iraq. He highlights thermite's extreme temperature (5000 degrees) and rapid effectiveness, noting it as a preferred method for efficient vehicle destruction. The video also touches on the grim reality of discovering suicide bombers chained within vehicles.