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I asked this question awhile back and have not acted on it ,time I did .
I’m thinking it would be good to have some pistol training before I even hit the range
As I’m in B.C. can you recommend a good program / class on pistols / handguns ?
Silvercore ?
Thank You
 
Arcosdad said:
Check around and see if there's a black badge ( ipsc) course near you. Or check with your club..I know Victoria and Courtenay clubs put on excellent handgun skills programs.
https://ipscbc.com/certification/
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IPSC is more advanced, and it doesn't really teach you to shoot a pistol, or shoot it accurate.

I learned more for pistol accuracy shooting ppc, than IPSC.
 
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Nothing like one on one training / class. However, as an alternative there are some really good options on YouTube etc. Spend some time looking around and find good material, very valuable. I often use this a supplemental training for a number of topics with very noticeable results.
 
Look up BC Firearms Academy, they are in the lower mainland and offer many different intro courses including an intro to pistol course. They have some excellent teachers with a lot of experience 👍
 
Dnu69 said:
Nothing like one on one training / class. However, as an alternative there are some really good options on YouTube etc. Spend some time looking around and find good material, very valuable. I often use this a supplemental training for a number of topics with very noticeable results.
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If you go the YouTube route, I would highly recommend Lena Miceluk. She is a second generation world class shooter of all disciplines and has very good instructional videos. This one here is a good place to dive in and start:



For something a little more fun, but still quality, check out Polenar Tactical's handgun video series here:

 
My neighbour Dat Louie is an instructor at Silvercore. That’s the guy you’ll want to teach you. Trust me, you’ll never find anyone better. You can look him up on Linkdin.
 
What is your current proficiency level? What are you hoping to achive from training?
If you are just starting out, then a HG lvl 1 course from Silvercore would fit the bill.
I would suggest that you get some snap caps and become familiar with handeling and manipulating your pistols before you head out on a course. Learn the basic controls and how to load / unload while controlling the muzzle. If you can get that solid, then time on the range can be spent on mastering the fundementals of marksmanship.
 
YouTube. Lots of different techniques and tips from different worlds and different experiences.

Aside from that, lots and lots and lots of repetition and muscle memory.

Just because you took a weekend course for a few hours, doesn't make you one, nor expect to be an insta expert from it.

Met many times guys with fancy courses under their belt that still suck.

Some people just don't have IT. Some are naturals.

Only good thing from a course or instructor is the proper foundation show and tell. Like I said can also see it online for free. Rest is up to you. And a bit up to your tool also.
 
Alternative strategy: consider a high-end airsoft counterpart to run some (non-airsoft) YouTube drills away from the range. No reason why safety, stance, grip, trigger, aim, draw, reload can't be well rehearsed and stored to muscle memory at home. Wrist and followup won't be as valid, so intermix with range trips frequently to avoid forming bad habits. The cost and time of becoming competent with a handgun is reduced significantly, use the money saved for one-on-one expertise training later in the game. Good luck.
 
Take a lvl1 pistol course from Silvercore or similar and learn the fundamentals first hand from an instructor in the flesh, YouTube isn’t going to watch you and give you corrections or constructive feedback in real time.

Once you have some time with someone over your shoulder you will get more out of YouTube etc, you’ll know what you’re looking at and what you can use or drop at the range.
 
Both Silvercore and BC Firearms Academy are great options. I know people from both and they are great to deal with! I plan to take some courses with BC Firearms Academy this fall hopefully when I have time.

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Get the basics, grip, trigger pull. Practice with snap caps in your home.
Wear a holster, practice removing it, charging, clearing, holster.
Put soft materials down to catch your mags.
Use the old empty case on the end of the barrel trick.
You’re trying to develop muscle memory.
I must have worn out a set of snap caps at one point.
When ready go to the range with pistol targets. Slow and methodical is the game.
But, at the end of the day you’ll get exactly what you put into it. IMO it will take about 5-700 rounds a year just to maintain your skills.
Have fun!!!
 
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