Posted: 6/6/2014 1:15:14 PM EDT
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What training Vid's would y'all recommend to purchase ?
Meaning like VTAC, CSAT, Trident ect. Looking for ones for both pistol and rifle. |
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It depends on what your purpose is for them. If you're intending to use them as your sole source of training or information, none of them.
Too many people think they can watch a video and that's all they need to be competent. Firearms Training videos have come a long ways since the 80's, but they still cannot replace actual training, which what it seems you might be intending to do. The videos are cramming 2-3 DAYS of instruction and shooting into a little itty-bitty 2-4 hour package. Plus you're not getting any corrections of bad habits you already may have, nor are you getting correction when you're still not performing the technique properly or completely misunderstood. What are the videos good for? They still are valuable, but this is where what is your intention?? If you're intending to try a CSAT course, a video gives you an idea of Paul's teaching methods and style, kinda like a test drive. It also will serve as a good review of the material. It also depends on what focus you're looking for. Some are LE oriented, some are CCW or home defense, and some are competition. There are a number of good ones out there, some bad ones, but if you're looking to replace actual training by watching a video, then I won't waste my time. |
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Before I started writing up detailed course notes, videos were an excellent reference material for recalling information on classes I've already taken. However, as a stand alone training tool, they leave out the important little nuances of technique that can only be conveyed through instructor feedback of student performance. I've watched videos before I've taken a class then again after taking the class, and they make so much more sense afterward. So much gets lost through the compressed time format that I would hesitate recommending any without the appropriate background context.
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Thanks for the replies.
No, I'm looking to look at the vids not be in them. Yes, I'm looking for reference, drills and such. I want to take a few classes but they aren't in the budget at the moment. Would like some decent ones on on both handgun and AR. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile |
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Quoted: Thanks for the replies. No, I'm looking to look at the vids not be in them. Yes, I'm looking for reference, drills and such. I want to take a few classes but they aren't in the budget at the moment. Would like some decent ones on on both handgun and AR. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile For a good set of drills to work on, check out Paul Howe's DVDs. He explains and demonstrates each of his standards, and they offer a good measure of performance and goals for defensive shooting skills. Kyle Lamb has a lot of good drills too, but they are much more advanced. Understand that you'll need a shot timer to adequately measure and push yourself. It's the best $100 you can spin for improving your skills on your own. I don't know your shooting background, but you need a good foundation of fundamentals before you can hope to advance your skill level. Those really can't be adequately transferred through a DVD because you don't know what you're doing incorrectly. Training doesn't have to be expensive. There are likely reputable local trainers in your area that offer fundamentals instruction at an excellent value. $100 1-day fundamentals classes are common. Off the top of my head, the Magpul DVDs have pretty good explanations of fundamentals. Be aware that handgun grip and stance has become fairly universal in the training community, but there are many different methods for the carbine.
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