by Michael de Bethencourt | Jul 2, 2025 | Blog, Mike Boyle, Range Drills, Shooting Drills
Objective: This drill was designed to reinforce the combat shooting fundamentals of grip, sighting and trigger management with the revolver. Target: B8 Center or similar Distance: 3, 5 or 7 yards depending on skill level and/or barrel length Ammunition Requirement: At...
by Michael de Bethencourt | Jun 22, 2025 | Blog, Mike Boyle, Range Drills, Shooting Drills
Many responsible citizens carry a snub revolver or pocket pistol for personal defense. But should you find yourself in a situation where you have no viable alternative but to utilize deadly force, are you and your firearm up to the task? A snub revolver and a trained...
by Michael de Bethencourt | Jun 9, 2025 | Blog, Mike Boyle, Range Drills, Shooting Drills, The Tactical Professor
Ham & Swiss Objective: This drill was designed to assess the shooter’s ability to make decisive hits with the handgun they utilize for discreet, concealed carry. Target: IPSC Rounds Needed: 18 Begin Exercise: All phases start with handgun concealed unless directed...
by Michael de Bethencourt | May 26, 2025 | Blog, Mike Boyle, Range Drills, Shooting Drills
Moonlight Drive ‘25 – A Reduced Light Exercise Objective: In a low light setting, the shooter must demonstrate the ability to make decisive hits on multiple threats when shooting from and around a vehicle. Use of cover and safe movement will also be evaluated....
by Michael de Bethencourt | May 6, 2025 | Blog, Mike Boyle, Range Drills, Shooting Drills
Targets: plate rack (w/ six 8 inch falling plates) and one Hi-Power Silhouette. Silhouette target is placed 2 yards forward of the rack, centered on plates 3 & 4. Procedure: The shooter is positioned directly behind high cover which is set 10 yards from the rack....
by Michael de Bethencourt | Apr 29, 2025 | Blog, Mike Boyle, Range Drills, Shooting Drills
Objective: This drill is designed to test the shooters ability to deliver accurate fire in a compressed time frame. Use of cover and the reload will also be evaluated. Targets: Two IPSC (T1 & T2) will be placed at 7 yards. Spacing between the targets will be...