Stuck in the Mud

This video, "Scenarios with Wampler," appears to be part of a training series from Practical Shooting Training Group (PSTG). The description directs viewers to their website for in-person classes and digital coaching. It also provides links to Ben Stoeger's books on Amazon and the PSTG podcast. While the specific content of the 'scenarios' is not detailed without a transcript, the context strongly suggests it focuses on practical shooting techniques and training methodologies used in competitive or defensive scenarios.

This video, "Introducing some movement," appears to be a segment from Practical Shooting Training Group (PSTG). The description points to their website for in-person classes and digital coaching, as well as Ben Stoeger's books on Amazon and the PSTG podcast. While the specific content of "movement" isn't detailed, the context strongly suggests it relates to practical shooting, dynamic movement drills, and potentially competitive shooting techniques or defensive handgun training. The focus is likely on improving efficiency and effectiveness when transitioning between shooting positions or engaging targets while in motion.

This video, titled "Let’s ace this trigger," focuses on improving trigger control, a fundamental skill in firearms proficiency. The description provides links to practical shooting training group resources, including in-person classes, digital coaching, and a podcast. It also directs viewers to Ben Stoeger's books on Amazon, suggesting a focus on competitive shooting or advanced marksmanship techniques. The content likely aims to educate viewers on achieving better accuracy and control through proper trigger manipulation.

This YouTube video, titled 'In and Out Drill (2022 edition)', focuses on a specific shooting technique or drill. The description promotes various merchandise, including "Vision Focus © hats" and T-shirts, available through the hkimshooting.com website. It also directs viewers to practicalshootingtraininggroup.com for digital coaching. While the specific firearm or caliber is not mentioned, the context of an "In and Out Drill" strongly suggests a firearms training or competition focus.

This video discusses the speaker's perspective on the inclusion of USPSA (United States Practical Shooting Association) stages within shooting classes. The title suggests a negative sentiment from the audience regarding this practice, implying a potential mismatch between the goals of practical shooting stages and the typical objectives of a general shooting class. The content likely delves into the reasons why students or instructors might find USPSA stages unsuitable for basic or intermediate firearms training.

This video focuses on "Posture and Tension" related to shooting, with a clear emphasis on practical shooting training. It directs viewers to a website for in-person classes and digital coaching, and also provides links to Ben Stoeger's books on Amazon and a podcast from PSTG. While the specific firearm models or calibers are not mentioned in the provided text, the title and description strongly indicate instructional content for shooting proficiency.

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.