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Skills Check: The Par 5 Drill

Incorporating different distances and target areas helps improve transitions and decision making.

There's No Such Thing As "Average"

We often hear about the “average” self-defense scenario, but the truth is every encounter is unique.

Skills Check: Strength Through Strong Hand Only

For us, “Drill Practice” is isolating an individual part of a skill and focusing intently on improving or mastering it. The goal with good drill practice is to maximize overall improvement while minimizing overall effort. Success equals consistency over time. 

The Secrets to Shooting Micro Compact Pistols

Trouble shooting small guns? Here are some tips to help you improve.

Mastering Follow-Through and Your Grip

For us, drill practice is when we isolate an individual part of a skill and focus intently on improving or mastering it. The goal with good drill practice is to maximize overall improvement while minimizing overall effort or time, talent and treasure. In our classes, there is ample opportunity for students to self-reflect on their performance.

How to Define a Beginner

Learn how to assess and maintain your defensive-marksmanship skills so they are more than adequate.

The Most Common Mistakes in Your Drawstroke

Carrying a firearm for self-defense is only part of the solution. An even bigger part of your defensive plan is knowing when to draw said firearm to protect life. Once the legal and moral requirements have been met, it is all about how you draw your firearm from the holster.

Get A Leg Up

Ankle carry has much to offer in the way of concealment, but it does require some extra consideration.

Utilizing the Element of Surprise

The combat element of surprise has been utilized for thousands, if not millions, of years. The important lesson learned early is that it works. It works for a simple reason: The opposition wasn’t expecting that particular maneuver, weapon or reaction.

Handbook: Carrying a Firearm in your Vehicle

While having your firearm on your person is the ideal solution, circumstances may dictate it being left behind. Do this sparingly and securely.

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