The Dangerous Divide in the Shooting World

Ben Stoeger, an expert firearms instructor, details the components and purpose of standard shooting tests. These tests are designed as tools for individual skill development, emphasizing complex drills like position changes and convoluted engagement orders to build proficiency beyond simple target acquisition. Stoeger highlights that the goal is self-improvement, not just external rewards, and that high scores reflect significant dedication and training.

Instruction from Ben Stoeger, a recognized expert in practical shooting, details ideal training volumes and effective practice methodologies. Stoeger emphasizes focused repetition on a limited number of drills per session to maximize learning and skill development, even when ammo is scarce. He also recommends specific training resources for shooters looking to improve.

This video, featuring competitive shooter Ben Stoeger, explores the necessity of high-volume live fire for achieving elite proficiency. Stoeger argues that while dry fire is crucial and can lead to Grand Master status, competitive success at the national level often requires significant live ammunition expenditure (20,000-40,000 rounds/year) to achieve marginal gains and build confidence. He emphasizes that dry fire is more efficient for specific drills, but a combination of both is optimal.

This guide, presented by an experienced firearms instructor, details strategies for effectively shooting spinner targets with a shotgun in competitive scenarios like 3-Gun and IPSC. It emphasizes precise shot placement, timing, and maximizing pattern leverage on the target as it moves. The instructor highlights common errors to avoid and demonstrates a rapid engagement sequence for optimal performance.

Joel Park, an experienced firearms instructor, addresses a listener's concern about developing bad habits while learning pistol shooting. He emphasizes that some bad habits are inevitable and part of the learning process. Park advises against over-analysis and encourages consistent practice, suggesting that formal training is most beneficial when hitting plateaus or needing assessment. He advocates for a holistic approach to training, incorporating complex drills to identify weaknesses and highlights the importance of foundational gun handling before attending classes.

Project Blue Lion, a charitable initiative by Howitzer Manufacturing, offers free performance training to law enforcement officers. This program leverages a cadre of experienced shooters to deliver top-tier instruction. The training aims to enhance officer capabilities, potentially incorporating elements like scenario-based decision-making and timed drills, as evidenced by the use of shot timers and visual aids.

This video demonstrates an advanced self-defense technique for surviving an armed robbery. The expert instructor highlights the importance of de-escalation and compliance as a distraction, followed by a rapid defensive counter-draw from a concealed appendix (AIWB) position. The simulation showcases neutralizing a threat at close range using a concealed firearm, likely in a Glock platform, emphasizing the effectiveness of a well-executed draw from a high-retention holster like those from Tenicor.

New concealed carriers often make critical mistakes like choosing inadequate holsters or belts, wearing inappropriate clothing, opting for guns that are too small, and carrying with an empty chamber. Selecting a secure, comfortable holster and a supportive belt are crucial. Clothing should allow for a smooth draw without printing. Prioritizing shootability and capacity over extreme concealability is key, and carrying with a round in the chamber, once training allows, enhances readiness.

This video debunks the myth that appendix carry is inherently unsafe, drawing on 25 years of personal experience. It emphasizes proper technique, particularly during reholstering, and highlights the benefits of appendix carry like accessibility and concealability. The presenter details safe reholstering methods, including using a muzzle wedge and body tilt, and discusses the importance of a strong safety mindset over rote rules.

This video emphasizes the critical importance of the four universal firearms handling rules, stating they are 'written in blood' and not suggestions. It details each rule: always treat guns as loaded, never point at anything you're not willing to destroy, keep your finger off the trigger until sights are on target, and be sure of your target and what's beyond it. The content also distinguishes universal rules from range-specific protocols and introduces gun states (secure, ready, on target).