I have always trained and shot handgun with defense in mind. Generally, I'll shoot <10 yards against silhouette targets, looking for groupings (from holster draw) within 10" on the torso and within the noggin' area for head & neck shooting. I've been pretty consistent and groups are generally where I am pretty sure (in a SHTF scenario) they'd be effective. Well, then I took the NRA Certified Instructor course. Qualifying on the range for basic pistol (which I took to be a no brainer, walk-in-the-park) was an eye opener and real nail biter for me. Thank God my training counselor was (everything I hope to be for my students!) a saint and patient and calmed and coached me through my qualifying. I honestly don't know if it was my nerves that got the best of me or if it's how I've chosen to train. So, that experience has me re-thinking how I train and I am curious how all of you approach your range time.
Any feedback would be appreciated.
Randy
Any feedback would be appreciated.
Randy