Low Round Count & Dry Fire Training
For maximum efficiency, I will explain below what I want you to focus on with each repetition.
1.1) Grip pressure
When we train, it’s really important to consistently grip the pistol with the same grip pressure. I grip my pistol a lot harder with my support hand and firm, but not nearly as hard with my strong hand. This helps me shoot much faster with good accuracy. I also want my grip positioning to be the same each time, my support hand as high as possible, same goes for my strong hand, right up against the beavertail with the skin almost pushing over the beaver tail.
1.2)Trigger press
When I engage smaller targets or targets further away, I always prep. Prepping is when you press the trigger until it reaches the wall, and then I break the shot. My finger then immediately goes back forward and starts prepping for the next shot. I want you to work on this in the following order:
– Prep
– Look at a spot on the target.
– Break the shot without moving the gun.
“Remember, missing is most likely because of us moving the gun when breaking the shot.”
1.3) Vision
Focus on this throughout the session; make sure you are target focused, and the DOT or SIGHTS line up in your peripheral vision (clear target and blurry sights).
1.4) Stance
Tension will cause issues while shooting, so we want to eliminate that by making our stance as relaxed as possible—still aggressive but relaxed.
-Feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart
-Knees unlocked
-Head back
-Shoulders relaxed
-Arms slightly bent
Stomach in, bum out; this will help you avoid arching your back.
If you are unsure how to apply the above(relaxed stance) just stand as you would when talking to a friend. Now bring the gun up to your eye without moving your head or shoulders.
Apply 1.1 to 1.4 at home when you dry fire; each point, especially grip pressure and vision, is critical. If you do not apply this to dry fire, you will not see results when you go to the range to confirm what you have worked on at home.
Range day: 50 rounds
We will shoot 3 rounds per live fire rep; multiple rounds give you the feedback you need regarding grip pressure and vision. Make sure you grip hard with the support hand with every rep. If you find yourself milking the grip, increase grip pressure. Put a patch on the target to give yourself a point to focus on; stay target-focused.
Lets start!!!
Use any target, IPSC, IDPA, etc. The reason we are not working from the draw is to make sure you are applying the correct grip and grip pressures with every rep.
2.1) From 7 metres (dry fire)
From compressed, push out, increase support hand grip pressure, prep trigger, look at spot, break shot. x 5 reps
From 7 metres (live fire, 9 rounds total)
From compressed, push out, increase support hand grip pressure, prep trigger, look at spot, break shot – 3 rounds (repeat 3 times)
2.2) From 10 metres (dry fire)
From compressed, push out, increase support hand grip pressure, prep trigger, look at spot, break shot. x 5 reps
From 10 metres (live fire, 9 rounds total)
From compressed, push out, increase support hand grip pressure, prep trigger, look at spot, break shot – 3 rounds (repeat 3 times)
2.3) From 15 metres (dry fire) x 5 reps
From compressed, push out, increase support hand grip pressure, prep trigger, look at spot, break shot. x 5 reps
From 15 metres (live fire, 9 rounds)
From compressed, push out, increase support hand grip pressure, prep trigger, look at spot, break shot – 3 rounds (repeat 3 times)
(Repeat 2.1 to 2.3 until you reach the 50-round total.)
Look below to help you figure out what you are doing wrong if you find yourself struggling.
1-Shots low left (opposite for left-handed shooters)
You are moving the gun when breaking the shot; this is caused by unnecessary tension. Most likely, you need to grip less with your strong hand and harder with the support hand. Remember, head back, shoulders down.
2) Shots middle low
You are anticipating the recoil, which means you are trying to avoid the recoil by pushing down. Relax, and stop moving the gun.
3) First shot, middle, 2nd shot, high
Most likely, this is happening from focusing too much on the sights, look where you want to shoot, target focus, and blurry sights. Stop looking at where you shot while you are busy shooting.
4) Shots all over the place
A lot is happening here: inconsistent grip pressure, vision, and moving the gun while shooting.