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Equipment & Gear => Guns and Ammo => Topic started by: Rob on February 24, 2011, 10:59:25 AM

Title: Handgun shooting technique class
Post by: Rob on February 24, 2011, 10:59:25 AM: I am looking for a good handgun technique class for my wife and I.

We both know the basics of gun safety, cleaning procedures, etc, but we would like to get a good class that teaches things like:
-shooting stance
-sight picture
-trigger control
-flinch reduction

All with a focus to get a better handle on increased handgun accuracy.

I looked at the kenmore classes and they looked to focus a lot on basic safety, gun cleaning, etc which is a bit basic for our needs. I looked at Wades and they are nice, but run on weeknights till 10 pm which is a little bit late for old timers like us...

Suggestions?
Title: Re: Handgun shooting technique class
Post by: jackelope on February 24, 2011, 11:15:21 AM: You might inquire with Wades about private lessons if that interests you.
Title: Re: Handgun shooting technique class
Post by: thinkingman on February 24, 2011, 11:42:17 AM: Sorry, Jackelope, but I wouldn't spend a dime in Wades and trust none of their personnel to be anything more than a mouthy know-it-all this comes from experience.
OP, you live in Bothell, why not try the Kenmore range...put a 3x5 card up with your wishes, and a member would likely respond. Maybe also contact DJ's with the same question...though they're busy as heck most of the time.
I would offer to show you some basics...sound fundamentals.
PM me if you'd like.
Title: Re: Handgun shooting technique class
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on February 24, 2011, 11:59:08 AM: Custer Sportsmens Club has a class for women...

-Steve
Title: Re: Handgun shooting technique class
Post by: chrisb on February 24, 2011, 12:17:57 PM: West Coast Armory has classes, none that i can afford, but i hear they are excellent.
Title: Re: Handgun shooting technique class
Post by: jackelope on February 24, 2011, 12:24:06 PM: Quote from: thinkingman on February 24, 2011, 11:42:17 AM
Sorry, Jackelope, but I wouldn't spend a dime in Wades and trust none of their personnel to be anything more than a mouthy know-it-all this comes from experience.
OP, you live in Bothell, why not try the Kenmore range...put a 3x5 card up with your wishes, and a member would likely respond. Maybe also contact DJ's with the same question...though they're busy as heck most of the time.
I would offer to show you some basics...sound fundamentals.
PM me if you'd like.

Thats fine. I've been in there 2-3 times in the last year probably and have been treated well every time. My experiences differ from your experiences. I know nothing of their reputation. I know they do private lessons and the guy asked so I relayed what I know. Thats all. Maybe they know what they're talking about and maybe they don't. Your guess is as good as mine.
Title: Re: Handgun shooting technique class
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on February 24, 2011, 12:33:27 PM: If you're not in a hurry.. I might be able to find you an instructor, or at least a veteran/accomplished competitor that will give you some time.

I will send you a PM later.

-Steve
Title: Re: Handgun shooting technique class
Post by: Alchase on February 24, 2011, 01:08:45 PM: There are also some very good instructional videos up on Youtube, this guy is good for beginners:

Handgun: Stance Principals (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WV6FthRk66s#ws)

Attached is a hand gun correction chart that can also help with correcting general aim issues.
Title: Re: Handgun shooting technique class
Post by: h20hunter on February 24, 2011, 01:28:19 PM: How about Norpoint up in the Arlington area....anybody shoot up there?
Title: Re: Handgun shooting technique class
Post by: moffitt on February 24, 2011, 01:31:40 PM: Shooting Sports NW in Bothell offers a variety of classes. You may have to be a member though to participate.
Title: Re: Handgun shooting technique class
Post by: whitey on February 24, 2011, 01:38:02 PM: Outstanding group of trainers.They have a all womens only class taught by women.Highly recommend this outfit for Your training needs.
Just for Women..
http://www.firearmsacademy.com/womens.htm (http://www.firearmsacademy.com/womens.htm)

For everyone..
http://www.firearmsacademy.com/ (http://www.firearmsacademy.com/)