PERFORMANCE BASELINE COURSES

This video details a doubles training drill focused on validating shooting inputs by tying cause to effect. Instructor Ben Stoeger emphasizes firing four pairs of shots, focusing on consistent grip and sight picture throughout the sequence. The drill aims to help shooters identify and correct tendencies that lead to errors, promoting a process-based approach over outcome-based results.

This video from Achilles Heel Tactical focuses on 'overdeveloping your index' through a precision shooting drill. The instructor emphasizes drawing the firearm and stopping it on a small, 1-inch black paster with a target reaction time of 0.8 seconds. The goal is to build extreme precision in the draw stroke and sight alignment, enabling faster and more accurate shots when a larger target like an A-zone is presented. The drill pushes shooters to their limits to enhance hand speed and efficiency, even if it means not achieving a perfect 'stop dot' at faster speeds.

This video details a training drill focused on improving the time between shots, known as 'splits'. Pat Mac emphasizes objective self-critique, focusing on recoil management and muzzle whip to achieve consistent and faster follow-up shots. The drill involves series of shots from the holster, with feedback mechanisms to adjust pace based on performance.

This video by Ben Stoeger addresses the common issue of overgripping firearms, emphasizing consistent grip pressure over excessive force. Stoeger demonstrates how adding too much pressure with either hand can cause the sights to move, leading to a loss of sight awareness. He advocates for a firm but not overly tight grip, where the hand is connected to the gun without hindering quick movements.

This drill tests the impact of a firearm compensator on rapid-fire accuracy at 25 yards. The test reveals that while a compensator can reduce felt recoil and allow for faster shooting, it can also lead to 'outrunning the gun' if the shooter doesn't adjust their pace. The key takeaway is finding a balance between speed and accuracy, especially in defensive scenarios.

This video provides a beginner-friendly guide to properly mounting and gripping a rifle, emphasizing control through proper hand placement, body mechanics, and recoil management rather than brute force. Key techniques include positioning the support hand for stability, achieving a solid cheek weld by shrugging the shoulder, and adopting a balanced stance to absorb recoil. The instructors advocate for 'easy effort' and allowing the rifle to behave naturally, highlighting that excessive grip pressure or fighting recoil often worsens performance.

This video from Achilles Heel Tactical, presented by Rick, offers five actionable tips to enhance pistol grip for improved shooting performance. It emphasizes moving beyond subjective rules to focus on mechanical principles, leverage, and relaxation. The instruction is geared towards intermediate shooters looking to refine their fundamentals and achieve greater control and speed.

This video showcases a large-scale, coordinated 'mag dump' event at Oakhaven Range, organized by Achilles Heel Tactical. It highlights the preparation and execution of synchronized mass firing, featuring a vehicle-mounted M134 Minigun and various other firearms. The event emphasizes professional range safety protocols and the use of advanced tactical equipment, demonstrating high-energy, intense, and celebratory tactical shooting community engagement.

This guide details a critical pistol shooting technique taught by Rick from Achilles Heel Tactical. It emphasizes the difficulty of pistol shooting and breaks down trigger manipulation into continuous and interrupted methods. The core principle is isolating the trigger finger to press the trigger straight back without disturbing the sights, a technique applicable to both one-handed and two-handed grips. The instruction highlights common errors like squeezing the entire grip and provides actionable steps for improvement through dry fire practice.

This video demonstrates an advanced 'full send' training drill from Achilles Heel Tactical, showcasing fluid weapon transitions between an AR-15 and a Glock-style handgun. The drill emphasizes a rapid speed reload on the rifle followed by a high-cadence engagement, highlighting expert recoil management and suppressor performance. Instruction is provided by a highly proficient tactical instructor.