Step Out Draw Drill

Published on May 14, 2025
Duration: 3:22

This video details the 'Step Out Draw Drill,' designed to improve draw speed and coordination while moving. It emphasizes maintaining arm speed during the draw, even when stepping forward, backward, or sideways. The drill involves setting par times and judging success by the red dot appearing on target at the buzzer, highlighting common mistakes like drawing too early or slowing down the arm motion.

Quick Summary

The Step Out Draw Drill is a firearms training exercise designed to improve draw speed and coordination while moving. It involves setting par times (0.8s for regular holsters, 0.9s for locking holsters) and drawing upon a buzzer, aiming for the red dot to appear on target simultaneously. Key principles include initiating arm and leg movement together and maintaining arm speed.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Step Out Draw Drill
  2. 00:05Establishing Par Times
  3. 00:21Static Draw Technique
  4. 00:24One Step Forward Draw
  5. 00:30Two Steps Forward Draw
  6. 00:35Judging Success: Red Dot Timing
  7. 00:44Demonstration: Static Draw
  8. 01:01Demonstration: One Step Forward Draw
  9. 01:11Demonstration: Two Steps Forward Draw
  10. 01:21Core Principle: Don't Slow Down Arms
  11. 01:29Common Issue 1: Grip Delay
  12. 02:10Common Issue 2: Draw Then Move
  13. 02:40Practicing Different Directions
  14. 02:53Demonstration: Sideways Draw
  15. 03:11Dry Fire vs. Live Fire Practice

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Step Out Draw Drill and its purpose?

The Step Out Draw Drill is a firearms training exercise designed to improve draw speed and coordination while the shooter is in motion. Its primary goal is to teach individuals to maintain their arm speed during the draw, even when taking steps forward, backward, or sideways.

What are the recommended par times for the Step Out Draw Drill?

The recommended par times for the Step Out Draw Drill vary based on holster type. For standard competition holsters, the target time is 0.8 seconds. For ALS or any locking holsters, the par time is slightly longer at 0.9 seconds.

What are common mistakes to avoid during the Step Out Draw Drill?

Two common mistakes are drawing the firearm and then initiating body movement, and slowing down the draw stroke to achieve a perfect grip. The drill emphasizes initiating arms and legs moving together and learning to grip the gun at high speed.

How is success measured in the Step Out Draw Drill?

Success in the Step Out Draw Drill is measured by the red dot sight appearing on target at the precise moment the buzzer sounds. If the red dot appears before the buzzer, it indicates the shooter is not slowing down their draw, which is a positive sign.

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