Don’t be biased: Seek your own training
Law enforcement training programs have reached a crossroads. Over the past two years, training budgets have been slashed to the point where officers receive the least amount of training required […] Read More
Todd Fletcher
The power of teamwork
Exploring the advantages of training by committee
Conducting in-service training is the single most difficult task for any instructor. Not only will they be judged on the class material and presentation like any other instructor, but they […] Read More
Practice what you suck at!
It’s time to go to the range for some firearms training. When you get there, you get everything loaded, set up your choice of targets, and throw on your eye […] Read More
Competitive shooting for law enforcement officers
“Make ready.” “Are you ready?” “Stand by …” Beep! When I hear these words, my heart beats faster, my respiratory rate increases and the adrenaline starts to flow. Anyone who […] Read More
Firearms vs. scenario-based training
There has been a disturbing trend in law enforcement firearms training: Many departments are spending more time and resources on scenario-based training and less time on the range. Whether you […] Read More
Speed versus accuracy
The fundamental challenge in firearms training
Gunfights happen quickly and often unexpectedly. When an officer has to assess a threat, make a use-of-force decision, then apply that level of force to defend their life or the […] Read More
