Our Favorite Target Transition Drill

Expert firearms instructor Ben Stoeger debunks the 'point your thumbs' advice for target transitions, emphasizing that precision is paramount over raw speed. He advocates for the 'Look and Let' technique, where focusing on the target allows the gun to follow naturally. Stoeger advises training for precision first, then incrementally adding speed through par time exercises, while cautioning against the superficiality of some social media shooting demonstrations.

Instruction from Joel Park, a seasoned firearms instructor and competitor, addresses building speed in USPSA. He emphasizes that speed and accuracy are not mutually exclusive, debunking the myth that increased speed must lead to more C-zone hits. Park details common time-wasting habits during stationary shooting, movement, and target transitions, offering practical techniques to improve efficiency. The integrated approach of dry fire for habit building and live fire for testing and refinement is highlighted as crucial for continuous improvement.

This video details a two-shot rapid fire drill focused on achieving consistent sight alignment for faster follow-up shots. Ben Stoeger, an expert competition shooter and instructor, emphasizes minimizing hand input to allow natural gun recovery and maintaining consistent grip pressure. The drill aims to train the shooter to perceive the sights back on target before the second trigger press, crucial for accuracy in speed shooting.

This guide, based on instruction from Joel Park, addresses how practicing rapid fire drills like 'doubles' can negatively impact longer strings such as the 'Bill Drill' due to inconsistent grip and visual focus. It emphasizes maintaining constant grip tension and proper visual tracking to improve accuracy. The advice is geared towards intermediate shooters looking to refine their performance under pressure.

This expert-level guide breaks down the Mozambique Drill, also known as the Failure Drill, as demonstrated by Wilson Combat. It emphasizes a 7-yard, 3-second or less par time for two shots to the chest followed by one to the head. The instruction highlights proper draw technique, sight acquisition, shot cadence, and recoil management for optimal performance. Practice is encouraged to improve accuracy, speed, and defensive shooting capabilities.

This video demonstrates rapid firing techniques with three distinct pistols: the Sig Sauer GTO, Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 All Metal, and Glock 45 Gen 6. The instructor, Johnny Q, showcases proficient handling and recoil control for each firearm, highlighting their suitability for fast shooting scenarios. The demonstration emphasizes controlled aggression and efficient target engagement.

This video highlights a critical firearm malfunction where the magazine drops during firing, indicating a potential issue with the magazine catch or frame interface. The speaker, Ben Stoeger, demonstrates professional handling of the malfunction, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and addressing mechanical failures promptly. The firearm in question is a customized Shadow Systems MR920.

This video demonstrates a critical uncommanded discharge incident with a Sig Sauer P320 during a holstering procedure. The footage, analyzed by expert Ben Stoeger, highlights the importance of firearm safety and mechanical reliability, showing the discharge occurring without the shooter's finger on the trigger. It serves as a stark reminder of potential risks even during routine actions.

Ben Stoeger debunks common red dot sight misconceptions, emphasizing that 'finding the dot' and 'blooming' indicate a misunderstanding of optic mechanics. True red dot use requires focusing on the target, not the dot itself. Stoeger suggests training methods like occluding the optic to promote binocular vision and target focus, comparing this skill to trigger control which needs constant refinement.

This 15-minute dry fire program by Ben Stoeger focuses on refining fundamental shooting skills through deliberate practice. It covers slow-motion draws, varied draw techniques including lateral movement, and meticulous reload mechanics. The program progresses to advanced drills like strong-hand/weak-hand reloads and positional shooting from a kneeling stance, emphasizing precision over speed initially.