by Michael de Bethencourt | Jul 2, 2024 | Blog, Range Drills, Training
This is a variation on the classic 3x3x3 Drill. That drill is 3 shots at 3 yards in 3 seconds either from the holster or low-ready (depending on who you ask.) The Panic-Fire Drill amps that up a bit. Strong-hand only from low-ready or the holster, no sight picture,...
by Michael de Bethencourt | Jul 1, 2024 | Blog, Mike Boyle, Range Drills, Shooting Drills, Training
Objective: This drill was designed to assess practical marksmanship potential with smaller handguns (true pocket pistols, micro-nines and snub revolvers) that are commonly utilized for personal defense. Hit potential and reloading will also be evaluated. Target:...
by Michael de Bethencourt | Jun 2, 2024 | Blog, Mike Boyle, Range Drills, Shooting Drills, Training
Objective: The shooter will demonstrate the ability to make combat effective hits in extreme close quarters while firing from a tactically sound position. Targets: Rubber dummy or cardboard silhouette (T1) set at arm’s length. A secondary target (T2) will be set 5...
by Michael de Bethencourt | May 20, 2024 | Blog, Mike Boyle, Range Drills, Training
Objective: The shooter must demonstrate the ability to quickly put decisive hits on multiple targets. Set Up: Three humanoid targets, T1, T2 and T3, will be utilized. Any realistic size humanoid target with a high value scoring area may be used (IPSC, IDPA etc.)....
by Michael de Bethencourt | May 12, 2024 | Blog, Mike Boyle, Range Drills, Training
A drill for handguns Objective: The shooter must demonstrate the ability to make decisive hits on multiple threats in a compressed time frame. The ability to make a smooth, efficient reload will also be evaluated. Targets: 3 silhouette targets with a realistic size...
by Michael de Bethencourt | May 6, 2024 | Blog, Mike Boyle, Range Drills, Shooting Drills, Training
Objective: This drill is designed to measure shooter performance when firing with one hand. Distance: 7 to 5 yards Target: Any paper or cardboard target with a realistic size high value scoring area. Rounds Needed: 8 Prop Needed: White bakery box (string optional)...
