Firearms Training

Discover firearms tactics and techniques, training tips, and shooting drills for at home and on the range to help you hone your practical skills and self-defense mindset.

Firearms Training as Experiential Learning

Beth Alcazar —September 15, 2020

I left the traditional classroom for the shooting range nearly a decade ago, and I haven’t looked back since. OK,… Read More

Life-Threatening Encounters Without Firearms

Scott W. Wagner —September 10, 2020

Most gun owners — myself included — probably feel they will never find themselves in a life-threatening situation without a… Read More

Being a Defender Beyond Firearms

Kat Ainsworth —September 3, 2020

It’s a misconception that your gun is your best defense. Yes, a firearm is a fantastic equalizer and the correct… Read More

EDC Minimalist: Accessorizing Your Carry Pistol

George Harris —August 26, 2020

Firearms instructors are often viewed as wise, all-knowing experts. It is prudent for an instructor who is consulted regarding the… Read More

Course of Fire: Is a Striker- or Hammer-Fired Pistol a Better Fit for You?

George Harris —August 12, 2020

As instructors and influencers, we have a significant impact on what our students and followers perceive to be the “best”… Read More

Perfecting Grip … One Finger at a Time

Beth Alcazar —August 4, 2020

Years ago, my friend Steve Gilcreast instructed me to shoot a firearm at a target … holding the handgun upside… Read More