How do you practice shooting and moving ... a hot day of practice

[WildBill45]

How do you, or do you, practice shooting and moving. I went back to basics today, and slowed down from my normal high speed shooting to work on balance, rhythm in shooting, and footwork. It felt good to slow down a bit and feel the motion from the initial grip, trigger skills, and keeping the sights on target amongst all of these factors going on at one time. It was hot and humid to the bad side ... almost 100 degrees with heat index...

Of course I shot some video of the session:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4OyHnP5EKHY

 

[oldkim]

That's a subject very dear to me... Shoot on the move

For folks I strongly recommend looking at IDPA and/or USPSA

IDPA - International Defensive Pistol Association. www.idpa.com

USPSA - United States Practical Shooting Association. www.uspsa.com
Also known as IPSC - International Practical Shooting Confederation

These are competition sides to action shooting for mainly pistols. Typical cost are about $15 a match - every location may vary. The benefit is that you get to practice shooting in a manner very difficult to practice - shoot on the move, draw from your holster, shoot rapidly, multiple targets, mag changes under stress, strong and weak one handed shooting.

So are you proficient enough and tired of shooting at a regular range target?

Check the website out and find a club near you.

 

[WildBill45]

That's a subject very dear to me... Shoot on the move

Yes, it is something that you need in real self-defense situations! What I am doing here is not competition tips, but at the home range practice to get smooth with rhythm ... which will help in competition if they choose to go that way. I competed in the World Police & Fire Games, and just loved it. I did a lot of disciplines, pistol, rifle, from 50 meters to 900 yards, action, PPC ...

Get there folks!

 

[kraigwy]

If its too hot for me to practice the "run, dodge, and jump" part of action shooting I work on my fundamentals.

I set up my "blind" tent thingy and shoot in the shade, practicing the fundamentals, sight alignment, trigger control, etc.

I also use this set up to practice my bowling pin shooting. I have bowling pins suspended from an old swing set frame so I don't have to go out and re-set pins.

Also being in the shade of the tent, I don't have to chase brass all over the yard.

I have my own back yard range, so I can go out as it cools down and do what ever practice I need.

You're talking to a real wimpy shooter here. I have a window cut in my shop that over looks my targets. If it really gets hot I set up a large fan to cover me while I shoot out the shop window. Also good for off hand rifle practice.

 

[geetarman]

You're talking to a real wimpy shooter here. I have a window cut in my shop that over looks my targets. If it really gets hot I set up a large fan to cover me while I shoot out the shop window. Also good for off hand rifle practice.

You are too funny! The image that comes to mind is the movie Rio Lobo when Jack Elam is holed up in the cabin and shooting out of the windows. What a character he was.

 

[JerryM]

Are there any reliable statistics regarding a CHL holder ever getting into a gunfight that required him to shoot and move? Frankly I doubt that is an instance, but if you like the game and shooting more power to you.

Jerry

 

[g.willikers]

Thanks for the video and tips.
Nasty encounters are more likely to be fluid, rather than static.
The local ranges don't allow us to do anything fancy, so I practice shooting while moving at home with my trusty airguns.
Especially moving diagonally to the target(s).
The moving part can also be practiced at home with a small, half filled water bottle.
Try not to shake the water.

 

[PzGren]

Are there any reliable statistics regarding a CHL holder ever getting into a gunfight that required him to shoot and move? Frankly I doubt that is an instance, but if you like the game and shooting more power to you.

Jerry

Two fights are rarely the same and being overprepared is better than underprepared. Otherwise looking at statistics alone and how many CHL holders get into a firefight at all, might discourage someone from carrying.

To learn - or reenforce - the fundamentals of shooting on the move, taking cover, kneeling, prone, etc. a higher quality airsoftgun is a great training aid.

 

[WildBill45]

Are there any reliable statistics regarding a CHL holder ever getting into a gunfight that required him to shoot and move?

Stats are part of police work, but not all stats are recorded, and moving during a gunfight is one of such facts, as an assault police report doesn't note footwork or a punch count. Every fight with or without a gun has movement if it goes past one shot. The moving may be running like a purse-snatcher at an NRA convention, but motion nonetheless. Fighting for your life, armed or unarmed is a dynamic engagement, not a motionless target ... trust me on this! Besides a little talent with fancy footwork keeps you from tripping, losing your balance and being at a real disadvantage, and so much more. Give it a go ... you will like it and it will increase your confidence in many situations, not just fighting...