Most Shooters Train the Draw Wrong — Fix It Like This

Published on November 25, 2025
Duration: 6:04

This guide details a structured dry-fire training progression for improving the firearm draw, led by professional instructor Matt Pridgen. It emphasizes building a master grip, aggressive presentation, and consistency through timed drills (par times) and scaling aggression via RPE. The method aims to achieve a precise and fast draw, suitable for concealed carriers and competitors using AIWB/IWB holsters.

Quick Summary

Improve your firearm draw by focusing on a consistent master grip and aggressive presentation, measured by par times. Instructor Matt Pridgen advises scaling aggression using RPE, starting at 50% and progressing to 100%, while using mistakes as feedback to refine your technique for faster, more accurate shots.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Indexing from the Draw
  2. 00:54Dry Fire Progression: Master Grip
  3. 01:41Dry Fire Progression: Presentation
  4. 02:26Combining the Draw Steps
  5. 03:00Scaling Aggression (RPE)
  6. 05:04Final Par Time and Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I improve my firearm draw speed and accuracy?

Improve your draw by focusing on a consistent master grip, aggressive presentation to the eye-target line, and using a shot timer for par time drills. Scale your aggression using RPE, starting slow and increasing speed while maintaining precision. Use mistakes as feedback to refine your technique.

What is the importance of 'indexing from the draw' in shooting?

Indexing from the draw means aligning the firearm with the target during the presentation phase. This technique, emphasized by instructor Matt Pridgen, ensures the red dot sight is precisely on target immediately, contributing to faster and more accurate first shots.

How does Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) apply to firearm training?

RPE helps scale aggression in training. Start dry fire drills at 50% RPE for consistency, then increase to 70-80%, and finally 100% ('max aggression'). This method ensures precision is built before maximizing speed, preventing bad habits.

What are common mistakes when training the draw stroke?

Common mistakes include focusing only on speed without a proper master grip, inconsistent grip pressure throughout the draw, and not using errors made at higher speeds as learning opportunities to correct the draw path.

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