Month: November 2022

Firearms are valuable tools for a variety of purposes like self-defense, hunting, or hobby shooting. However, guns are only as effective as the people using them. If you have a gun but never learn how to use it well, this can cause serious issues, especially in the worst-case scenario if you need to use your weapon to defend yourself and your family. Gun training gives you the opportunity to learn from a professional and stay prepared.

Here are some individuals who can benefit from firearm training:

First-Time Gun Owners

With any new skill, there’s a learning curve. When it comes to something as powerful as a firearm, it’s important to invest time into building your skills. Training helps you learn how to be a responsible gun owner and starting as soon as or even before you buy your first gun is a great decision.

Safety is, of course, a major focus for gun training. You need to understand the rules of gun safety and having a professional who can point out if you are handling your gun unsafely helps you catch mistakes you might otherwise miss.

People purchase guns for many different purposes, and training can also help you optimize your skills with a specific focus on your needs. For example, if you plan to use your gun for home defense, you should understand how to store it, how to shoot accurately under stress, and how to assess a situation to determine if firing your weapon is necessary. Gun training can help you build these skills.

Out-Of-Practice Individuals

A common situation is that someone purchases a gun, gets some basic training on how to use it, then puts the weapon in storage and hardly practices at all. While it’s great to have some training to start, regular practice is important to keep your skills sharp. You can do this by going to the range on your own, but you may develop poor habits without professional guidance. A trainer can help you pinpoint areas for improvement and give you drills you can use during your other practice time.

Experienced Shooters

You may think that once you’ve gotten some experience and feel confident with your firearm, you don’t need any more training. However, a professional can help you further hone your skills. They will identify areas for improvement and can help you move beyond your current level to become even better. Additionally, without training and practice, your skills will fade over time, so staying on top of this helps you stay at the top of your game.

Personalized Firearm Training

At The Hub, we offer group classes as well as one-on-one training. We can help you hone your skills and consider your individual starting point, concerns, and goals.

To learn more about our gun training, contact us today.

Pistol shooting is a fun and practical skill to develop. Like any skill, it takes time and effort to improve. There are multiple aspects of shooting well that you should know and train in order to build a stronger skillset over time.

Some key aspects of pistol shooting include:

1. Stance & Position

Stance and position go hand in hand and describe how you position your body relative to your target. Many different elements are involved in this, from your feet up to your head. You’ll want to consider how much you’re bending your knees, your angle relative to the target, your arm position, and other factors. Different types of shooting have different ideal positions.

2. Grip

A proper firing grip is more involved than simply holding the pistol how you would naturally. In fact, most people’s “natural” way of holding a gun is completely ineffective for shooting. Having consistent tension in your grip helps minimize the effects of recoil while shooting. You’ll also need to consider finger placement. Of course, keep your trigger finger out of the trigger guard until you’re ready to fire. This is important for both safety and technique.

3. Sight Alignment

Your pistol’s sights need to be in alignment in order for you to shoot accurately. What this means is that the front sight post should be centered within the rear sight notch, as well as being even at the top. You need to maintain this alignment while firing.

4. Trigger Control

As you pull the trigger to fire, you should apply steady building pressure. Trigger control and sight alignment work together because in order to maintain sight alignment while shooting, you need to have good trigger control. Grip is also important for trigger pull technique, as a strong grip prevents you from jerking the gun while firing.

5. Breathing

Breathing properly while shooting sharpens your vision, keeps you calm, and helps you focus. It also helps minimize the amount you move the pistol while aiming and firing. Relaxing and breathing slowly and consistently can help improve your shooting technique.

The Mental Aspect Of Shooting

Once you’ve worked on the physical skills that go into shooting, the mental aspect begins to play a larger role. Having the discipline to train regularly and improve your skills can take you from okay to great. Routine is important for this, as is the ability to analyze your past performance.

It’s also essential to be honest about your goals and expectations. If your main motivation for learning how to shoot well is to protect yourself if the worst-case scenario ever occurs, your training regimen will be different from someone aiming to become a professional marksman or from a hunter. These goals may also overlap, which will influence where you should focus your attention.

Firearms Training

Professional training can help you get objective feedback on your shooting and hone your skills. The Hub offers a variety of one-on-one and class-based training at our Arizona gun stores.

Contact us today to learn more about our options for pistol shooting training.