The TTPOA Podcast TTPOA Train-Up's Series -Teaching Practical Shooting to Police Recruits
Oct 29, 2025
Discover the innovative methods used to train police recruits in practical shooting. Brian and Chancey share insights on dynamic drills, grip fundamentals, and the importance of teaching transitions. They discuss how adaptive instruction tailors to individual needs, enhancing performance. With a focus on real-world applicability, they emphasize moving while shooting to reinforce skills under stress. This discussion opens a window into evolving training practices that prioritize evidence-based performance over rigid methods.
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Begin With Dummy Drills And Observe
- Start recruits with dummy-drill weapon manipulation before live fire to build safe handling habits.
- Run a zero-instruction three-mag familiarization to observe baseline skills and tailor coaching.
Prioritize Grip Over Stance
- Teach grip and trigger control before stance; show what a proper grip enables.
- Debunk myths like "drive the sights back" and demonstrate efficient recoil management.
Run Doubles Then Hammer Bill Drills
- Introduce reactive and predictive doubles, then immediately run bill drills to develop speed and processing.
- Load many mags and keep reps high to force learning through feedback.