Training Group Live by PSTG

Today you're in for a treat. Professor Kim explains his process for making drills. Let us know what other topics you'd like Hwansik to cover. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/

It's easy to play word games and when talking about process vs results you can easily justify anything you want to. Max Gates and Nick Young join the conversation to share their ways of thinking and how they assess improvement. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us...

Kenny Florian is talented at anything he does, but just being talented doesn't ensure he'll learn nuances in a new hobby right away. Kenny and I talked about his growth as a shooter and the process of learning. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/

Kyle and I have taught a few classes together with more already scheduled. We discussed observations and takeaways from Kyle teaching his first open enrollment class and ways to ensure students get the most from class. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/

The PSTG summit is a unique training event. Andreas, Kyle and I discussed the changes made to the event this year and what we learned in our personal training. We also give a few hints about possible changes for next year. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/

Sometimes there is an aspect of shooting that seems almost impossible to pass. Kenny Florian and Nick Young are here to share the biggest hurdles they've worked through in their shooting and hopefully their perspectives will help you as you improve. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up quest...

The PSTG Summit is coming up and there isn't anything quite like it. Andreas and I discuss expectations, what you should bring, and how to get the most from the summit and any class you attend. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/

Today is something a little different. I'm joined by Chris Redfern at Nighthawk Custom. Chris gives us some behind the scenes of what goes into a custom gun shop and some education for someone in the double stack 1911/2011 market. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg...

There is a lot of educational material out there, but how do you separate the treasure from trash? Nick Young and Max Gates join me in sharing the things we look at when evaluating instructors, class formats and teaching styles. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.u...

There is a lot of educational material out there, but how do you separate the treasure from trash? Nick Young and Max Gates join me in sharing the things we look at when evaluating instructors, class formats and teaching styles. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.u...

Adrain and Kyle have a lot of experience teaching shooting to a variety of skill levels. We discussed the most effective ways they've discovered for building skills quickly and the coaching methods they use at work.   Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/

Kyle's Bucket Drill has been going very well and we've received a lot of good feedback on it. Andreas has been using the drill in classes, and we discuss the setup and what we are seeing for results. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/

A common correction I give in class is just telling people to go faster, but what is the desired output? Nick Young joins the conversation to explain why he uses that feedback in class and shares some helpful ways to direct your focus. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http:/...

I receive a lot of great feedback about content with Kyle McNabb talking training. I asked Kyle to talk about the lessons he's learned as he moved from one of the best shooters in his department to the guy teaching everyone else how to improve. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions...

Max Gates is a smart guy that has a lot to offer but rarely speaks unless spoken to. I've known Max for a few years, and I asked him to share his thoughts on a variety of topics such as teaching, training and the pitfalls in the shooting community. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questi...

For the first time, Ben, Hwansik and I taught back to back classes together. We used all new drills and introduced an standards drill in the class that was designed to test all areas of shooting. We discussed the class, the standards and some interesting takeaways. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask...

This is part 2 of my conversation with Christian Sailer. Chrisian has won everything there is to win and continues to dominate. We sat down to talk about what Christian thinks matters and doesn't matter for training as well as some misunderstood topics like hit factor math. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes...

Christian Sailer has won everything there is to win and continues to dominate. We sat down to talk about what Christian thinks matters and doesn't matter for training as well as some misunderstood topics like hit factor math. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/

One of the things I appreciate about Kyle is he's always looking for better ways to do things. He's created a new drill that is quite interesting and I plan to try in some of the classes I teach. Andreas shares some recent discoveries with match performance and bringing the best version of yourself when you need to perform. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the...

Kyle talks about Testing Gen 6 Glocks and his thoughts so far. I talk about being a Nighthawk owner and the learning curve getting up to speed with it.   Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/

Sometimes you get to a point in practice where you don't feel like it's being productive. Maybe pushing more will yield a breakthrough, or it could just be time to call it a day. Nick and Geoff are here to discuss where that point is and how to get the most from your practice. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show no...

Each handgun recoils a little differently, requires a different minimum grip pressure and different amount of input to return. Nick Young, Jeff and I get into the nuances of determining preferences in guns and how each gun has something to teach you. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up ques...

This was my first year at Shot Show and it wasn't exactly what I was expecting in several ways. Nick Young is a veteran of Shot Show and we discussed what show is and isn't and if you should have any interest in attending. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/

I sometimes make jokes about getting the police department admin to sign off on things like training, gear and other expenses. It just so happens I know an admin that is a part of an impressive program. I sat down with my friend, Jesse, to gain a better understanding of how fundamental changes to law enforcement training are made. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed...

Listeners love list episodes. Nick Young and I each came up with a list of the 3 most important things for training. Some of them might surprise you, but they are all things I wish I knew when I started shooting. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/