It’s something that we all do when we go to the range, and typically it’s something we don’t put much thought into until the question is posed to us by the range staff. We have our weapons, ammo, eyes and ears…we think we’re ready to do some work on the range. Then the question comes……targets? [...]
The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday, and the only easy ASVAB scores ended on May 1st! Actually the diffuclty did not change, they just moved some numbers around based on the latest skills required for the modern warrior. Navy SEALs are physically fit, mentally sharp, mature and resilient. Those men who want to become SEALs [...]
Act of Valor (AOV), a Navy-supported film featuring U.S. Navy SEALs and other Navy and Naval Special Warfare (NSW) personnel, was released nationwide on Feb. 24. The film involves SEALs who embark on a mission to find a kidnapped Central Intelligence Agency agent and stop terrorists plotting an attack on U.S. soil. Though not [...]
Center Mass Group’s Gear List Recommendations We’ve received a few emails asking for different recommendations for gear on our course lists. In an effort to save time emailing everyone back, and spend more time at the range, I’ve gone down the list for our basic pistol course (1st Phase) and gave guidance where possible. The [...]
On Monday February 13, 2012 I was lucky enough to see an advanced screening of Act of Valor. I was invited by the Cinema Society of San Diego in return for sharing my thoughts of the movie with their organization following the screening. Most of those in attendance were members of the society, though I [...]
To be a great shooter you need to seek perfection in everything thing you do. Unlike many endeavours, shooting is literally either hit or miss. There is no, “Close enough” when it comes to taking low percentage shots in a high-stress environment. This means not only a strong foundation in the basics, but performing the [...]
United States Navy SEAL In times of war or uncertainty there is a special breed of warrior ready to answer our Nation’s call. A common man with uncommon desire to succeed. Forged by adversity, he stands alongside America’s finest special operations forces to serve his country, the American people, and protect their way of life. [...]
Choosing the Right Ammunition If you’re an operator worth your salt, then you give a lot of attention to your gear and weapons systems. Before any evolution you ensure your gear is in its exact spot suited for your skill set or position on the team. Maybe you’re the primary breacher you have an extra [...]
Breathing OK, this one has always puzzled me. When I hear the term breathing, I assume it has something to do with oxygen being exchanged in the lungs via the pie-hole. But whenever I hear people talking about it as it relates to marksmanship, it always seems to be some form of holding your breath…Not [...]
Ever wish you could shoot a gun like a Navy SEAL? I can tell you the “Secret” of how we do it…but then I’d have to kill you. Actually there is no “secret”, it all boils down to practice; and lots of it. Dry-fire is the generic term for practicing weapons manipulation with an unloaded [...]
