Any good Tactical Rifle Basics/techniques YouTube videos out there?

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Hey guys,

Anyone know of any good channel or videos that teach Tactical Rifle basics? I don't mean just drills per se, but how to have proper form and do the basic movements and what not during the drills. Like how to properly walk with your rifle, pivot and turn and whatever else is tactical out there.

My buddy showed me something he called the "button hook." Where you lower the rifle, pivot 180° and then quickly put rounds on target again while walking. Twas fun, but not sure I know the proper technique. I don't wanna just try and copy people, but have good instruction that I can practice myself for fun.

Anyone find anything good out there? I know there's lots for precision shooting but can't find any for tactical rifle cqb meat and potatoes. Just drills or trailers to classes.
 
Backwoods said:
Magpul Art of..... videos.

But that said, get into a quality classroom/range course.
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This ^^^^^

But not the magpul video part. Watch videos for maybe a few pointers but courses are essential. Keep in mind most internet "trainers" do what they do because it looks good on video and helps sell their product. A good training course will go a long way.
 
Ya I knew I get told this. I just don't have the money yet and don't take it that seriously. I just do it for fun. And that point about "internet trainers", I know, I see it alot. Especially with martial arts stuff, but that's why I'm asking here. Hopefully you guys have vetted some :)
 
John Wick. 'nuff said.

But if you don't want Keanu as your instructor, I would recommend paying an actual instructor. One who will ream you out when you do an unsafe button hook, or whatever other maneuver, so you don't do it dangerously again.
 
Watch the in depth videos with Travis Haley, the guy has practically rewritten most shooting techniques from a biological stand point.
A lot of his tips have helped me improve my shooting.
Also, ALOT of dry fire practice to subcontiously perform proper manipulation of the firearm i.e. proper trigger manipulation, safety manipulation, all the basics.
It all starts with the basics. If you walk on to a range and start doing intermediate or advanced level #### before mastering the basics, you're either going to shoot yourself or someone else.

What range in Calgary do you shoot at? Just noticed you're a local, I'm always happy to pass on the little bit of #### that I know.
 
Don't learn on youtube. I have seen way too many dangerous habits that have been picked up from people on youtube that claim to be "tactical experts" etc.

It really annoys range officers because we have to prevent newbies from playing Navy Seal, and shooting themselves or others. I think it is one of my biggest pet peeves on the range.

Anyways, get proper training. Period.
 
I laugh whenever people here make the call "go to a training class", as if these things had even 1/100th of the availability and practicality they have in the US.
 
Dietz said:
I laugh whenever people here make the call "go to a training class", as if these things had even 1/100th of the availability and practicality they have in the US.
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Most people need to just shoot their ####ing guns and learn proper trigger control and sight alignment vs getting a rifle and immediately trying to be a badass with it and not worry about the "tactical " #### when your on a static firing line.
 
I'm just gonna lay down some truth bombs for the naysayers.

(And because every statement contradicting the narrative on CGN requires a disclosure: I still strongly recommend, if not absolutely, master the basics first!)

Not everyone shoots on a static firing line...
 
Trigger time is essential.
Dry firing.
Dummy rounds so you can cycle the action and practice mag reloads.
Holster draws for pistol
Never a bad idea to practice transitioning from different resting positions to getting your sights on target. Do it 100s amd 1000s of times until its muscle memory. Same with mag changes and everything else.
Most people preach practicing each individual action separately so you can master each and every step then pit it all together after you have a good handle on the basics.
Practice practice practice.

That said:
T Rex Arms
Instructor Zero
Haley Strategic
Jerry Miculek has a few videos for rifle and pistol.
 
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Rather than YouTube, which I find is more about manufacturing trends tailored to maximize views, I would suggest reading some instruction manuals/ books. They are a tremendous source of good information and with appropriate dry practice (and some range time) will allow you to master the basics very very well and as a bonus, allow you to build a manual of arms that works for you. The basics haven't changed much over the past few decades, they just have to be tailored a bit to fit the application given the incremental improvements in small arms design/ manufacture.
 
kykamo said:
Ya I knew I get told this. I just don't have the money yet and don't take it that seriously. I just do it for fun. And that point about "internet trainers", I know, I see it alot. Especially with martial arts stuff, but that's why I'm asking here. Hopefully you guys have vetted some :)
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There is a CQB matching coming up at CDTSA Milo.
Get registered (Very affordable match to shoot) and shoot the match. Everyone there will give you lots of pointers and help you with the basics.

** Just realized that match is in 2 days https://www.canadiangunnutz.com/for...DTSA-CQB-Match-3-July-15-2017?highlight=cdtsa

If you can get into it, I would still recommend it. Its a good foot in the door.
 
skoal said:
One just dosnt tactical rifle. First step,hows yours beard? It all starts with beard.
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Lol. I'm not that noob. I started on that before the license!

FoxAlpha said:
Watch the in depth videos with Travis Haley, the guy has practically rewritten most shooting techniques from a biological stand point.
A lot of his tips have helped me improve my shooting.
Also, ALOT of dry fire practice to subcontiously perform proper manipulation of the firearm i.e. proper trigger manipulation, safety manipulation, all the basics.
It all starts with the basics. If you walk on to a range and start doing intermediate or advanced level #### before mastering the basics, you're either going to shoot yourself or someone else.

What range in Calgary do you shoot at? Just noticed you're a local, I'm always happy to pass on the little bit of #### that I know.
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I practice those basics already, I just also wanted movement basics and whatever else basics there are to practice too.

I shoot on crown land. Don't have money for a range. All goes into ammo ;)

driller212 said:
Don't learn on youtube. I have seen way too many dangerous habits that have been picked up from people on youtube that claim to be "tactical experts" etc.

It really annoys range officers because we have to prevent newbies from playing Navy Seal, and shooting themselves or others. I think it is one of my biggest pet peeves on the range.

Anyways, get proper training. Period.
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...that's why I'm looking for good ones. Do u know of any? I know I'm not a seal, that's why I want to know more basics that I can practice at home and in the bush. Less likely to kill someone then right?

Dietz said:
I laugh whenever people here make the call "go to a training class", as if these things had even 1/100th of the availability and practicality they have in the US.
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FoxAlpha said:
I'm just gonna lay down some truth bombs for the naysayers.

(And because every statement contradicting the narrative on CGN requires a disclosure: I still strongly recommend, if not absolutely, master the basics first!)

Not everyone shoots on a static firing line...
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Thank you!

skoal said:
Most people need to just shoot their ####ing guns and learn proper trigger control and sight alignment vs getting a rifle and immediately trying to be a badass with it and not worry about the "tactical " #### when your on a static firing line.
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"Immediately trying to be badass". By asking for basics? I just want to learn proper movement techniques, form and what not. Sorry if the word "tactical" confused you, but I never asked where I can become a seal online, but how to turn and move with my rifle properly.

redivivus said:
Rather than YouTube, which I find is more about manufacturing trends tailored to maximize views, I would suggest reading some instruction manuals/ books. They are a tremendous source of good information and with appropriate dry practice (and some range time) will allow you to master the basics very very well and as a bonus, allow you to build a manual of arms that works for you. The basics haven't changed much over the past few decades, they just have to be tailored a bit to fit the application given the incremental improvements in small arms design/ manufacture.
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Any suggestions on which ones to look out for?

Thanks to everyone for their suggestions. I'll check those out!
 
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