HOW THE CARRY GUY TRAINS

The Carry Guy Firearms Training Center can empower each student with the ability to safely handle and accurately shoot a firearm by implementing a comprehensive, structured training program that focuses on safety, fundamental skills, and ongoing practice. Here’s a step-by-step approach to achieving this goal:

• Safety Briefing: Begin every training session with a detailed safety briefing. Reinforce the four cardinal rules of firearm safety:
  1. Treat every firearm as if it is loaded.
  2. Never point a firearm at anything you are not willing to destroy.
  3. Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.
  4. Be sure of your target and what is beyond it.

• Safe Handling Techniques: Teach students how to safely load, unload, and check the status of a firearm. Emphasize muzzle awareness and finger discipline at all times.
• Range Safety Procedures: Educate students on range commands, emergency procedures, and proper conduct to maintain a safe training environment.

• Handgun Parts and Functions: Familiarize students with the parts of a handgun and their functions. Teach how to operate different types of firearms (e.g., semi-automatics, revolvers) safely.
• Ammunition Knowledge: Educate students on types of ammunition, how to select the appropriate ammo for their firearm, and how to inspect for defects or damage.

• Stance and Grip: Instruct students on adopting a stable shooting stance (e.g., isosceles or Weaver) and a proper grip. A good stance and grip are critical for managing recoil and maintaining accuracy.
• Sight Alignment and Sight Picture: Teach the importance of proper sight alignment (aligning the front and rear sights) and obtaining a clear sight picture (the relationship between the sights and the target).
• Trigger Control: Focus on trigger discipline, including a smooth, controlled trigger press and the use of trigger reset for quicker follow-up shots.
• Breathing and Follow-Through: Emphasize the role of controlled breathing in shooting accuracy and the importance of maintaining sight alignment through the shot.

• Dry Fire Drills: Use dry fire drills to allow students to practice safe handling, proper grip, trigger control, and sight alignment without live ammunition. This helps build muscle memory and confidence.
• Immediate Feedback: Provide feedback during dry fire practice to correct form, grip, and trigger control issues before live fire training.

• Start with Basic Drills: Begin live fire training with simple drills focused on accuracy and control at close distances. Encourage students to focus on fundamentals rather than speed.
• Gradual Increase in Complexity: Progress to more challenging drills that include multiple targets, timed shooting, and movement while maintaining safety and accuracy.
• Recoil Management Drills: Practice drills that involve shooting multiple rounds to help students learn to control recoil and maintain a steady shooting platform.

• Individual Attention: Provide one-on-one coaching to address individual needs and challenges. This helps students improve specific areas, such as grip adjustments or trigger technique.
• Video Analysis: Use video recording to analyze shooting techniques and provide personalized feedback, allowing students to see their form and make necessary corrections.

• Realistic Scenarios: Conduct scenario-based training that simulates real-life defensive situations, such as home defense or concealed carry encounters. This helps students learn to apply fundamentals under stress.
• Dynamic Drills: Incorporate drills that involve movement, shooting from cover, and engaging multiple targets to build situational awareness and adaptability.

• Regular Safety Checks: Continuously reinforce the importance of safety checks and safe handling throughout the training program.
• Firearm Maintenance: Teach students how to properly clean and maintain their firearms to ensure safe and reliable operation.

• Practice Beyond the Classroom: Encourage students to continue practicing dry fire and live fire drills outside of structured classes to maintain and improve their skills.
• Advanced Courses: Offer advanced courses and workshops to further develop shooting skills, introduce new techniques, and reinforce safe firearm handling practices.

• Encourage Questions and Participation: Create a supportive atmosphere where students feel comfortable asking questions and engaging in the learning process.
• Promote Confidence Building: Provide positive reinforcement to build students’ confidence in their abilities to safely handle and accurately shoot a firearm.

By implementing this comprehensive training program, The Carry Guy Firearms Training Center can effectively teach students the skills necessary to safely handle and accurately shoot firearms, ensuring they are prepared and confident in their abilities.

The Carry Guy, Curtis Harwell LLC

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