Mounted movement with wampler

Published on November 7, 2025
Duration: 4:27

This training drill, dubbed 'stuck in the mud' by the instructor, focuses on initiating movement after static shooting. The exercise involves engaging a paper target, then moving linearly towards a steel target positioned behind an agility stick. The key is to break the plane of the stick and engage the paper again before re-engaging the steel, emphasizing efficient transitions and avoiding over-penetration of the movement phase.

Quick Summary

The 'stuck in the mud' drill focuses on initiating movement during a shooting array. It involves engaging a paper target, then moving aggressively and linearly towards a steel target, re-engaging paper and steel upon breaking the plane of an agility stick. The goal is efficient transitions and avoiding flat-footed shooting.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Drill Introduction: Opposite Direction Movement
  2. 00:07Engage Paper, Push Forward
  3. 00:20Break Plane, Re-engage Paper & Steel
  4. 00:26Goal: Shoot Steel Upon Breaking Plane
  5. 00:35Don't Continue Movement Past Steel
  6. 00:53Practice with Mini Poppers
  7. 01:06First Run and Time Analysis
  8. 01:49Second Run: Pushing Aggression
  9. 02:04Identifying Shooting Errors
  10. 02:20Exit of Movement Step
  11. 02:35Drill Origin: 'Stuck in the Mud'
  12. 02:40Avoiding Flat-Footed Shooting
  13. 02:59Instructor's Perspective on Efficiency
  14. 03:06Maintaining Momentum
  15. 03:28Third Run: Stick Interference
  16. 03:43Gun to Left, Stick Interference
  17. 03:58Fourth Run: Pushed to Right Side
  18. 04:06Aiming for a Good Run
  19. 04:17Wild Shot and Reload

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'stuck in the mud' drill?

The 'stuck in the mud' drill is designed to help shooters initiate movement during an array rather than shooting everything flat-footed. It involves engaging a paper target, then moving linearly towards a steel target, and re-engaging targets at specific points.

How should movement be executed in this mounted movement drill?

The drill encourages aggressive linear movement straight towards the target after engaging the initial paper. The key is to break the plane of an agility stick before re-engaging the paper and then the steel, avoiding continued movement past the engagement points.

What is the primary goal of the mounted movement drill?

The primary goal is to improve the shooter's ability to transition from static shooting to dynamic movement efficiently. Specifically, it aims to enable the shooter to engage the steel target the moment they break the plane of an agility stick.

What are common mistakes to avoid in this drill?

Common mistakes include continuing movement past the steel target or agility stick, shooting the entire array flat-footed, not being aggressive enough with linear movement, and allowing the agility stick to interfere with the shooting process.

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