In the high-stakes world of law enforcement, where split-second decisions can mean the difference between life and death, effective training isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. As agencies nationwide seek to improve officer safety, public trust, and performance under pressure, one approach has emerged as a critical cornerstone: real-world training. Grounded in the latest research from […]
Author – Tom Alibrando To live fire demo or not live fire demo? That is the question…and let me bring the bottom-line up front. You need to be capable of showing everything, live, in front of students, every time. So let me tell you a story. When I was in basic instructor school (not even
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Author Chuck Klein with Glock M36, .45 ACP x 200gr SWC bullet used to break aerial targets. Preface: Recently, I had occasion of corresponding with a couple of current IALEFI instructors. These guys are in their 30s – about 40 years younger than me – and had never heard of my book and the concept
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Author – Warren Ackerson Building the Pistol Grip is a step-by-step system of mastering the shooter’s grip on the pistol. The pistol gets really busy when we press the trigger and touch off the primer, the chain of events is very dynamic: The firing pin ignites the shock-sensitive primer, which then ignites the powder
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Author – David SohmTrainer716@comcast.net Several dictionaries define stress as: Any real or perceived (adverse) stimulus, physical or psychological, that tends to disturb an individual’s performance or operation. An exaggerated physiological or psychological response or reaction to stimuli, beyond what is needed or necessary to accomplish a given task or goal. Stress has long been considered
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Author – George T. Williamsgtwilliams@cuttingedgetraining.org Perhaps it starts as a call of a “man with a gun.”1 Or maybe a traffic stop.2 It could be in the midst of a running gun battle.3 You’re in a “position of cover,” using a wall, building, or your patrol car as protection against the suspect’s gunfire. You’re shooting
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This Article was Previously Published in The Firearms Instructor I’ve owned and shot a variety of handguns over the last 50 years and have acquired a nice collection of revolvers and pistols. Some time ago as I was cleaning and function checking some of my guns, it became apparent to me that the as advertised double
This Article was Previously Published in The Firearms Instructor When it comes to firearms, there are three types of police officers: One that always carries a handgun for personal protection and the one that doesn’t – the third, I’ll get to later. Being an LEO involves far more danger than that of any other profession. As
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In today’s complex and rapidly evolving public safety environment, one truth remains constant: well-trained officers are safer officers and safer officers build stronger community trust. For law enforcement professionals, firearms training is not just about marksmanship; it’s about decision-making, accountability, and confidence under pressure. And for the public, it’s a sign that their officers are
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In law enforcement, there are no shortcuts when it comes to training, preparation, or professionalism. That’s why joining a network of like-minded professionals who value skill-building, safety, and continual learning can be one of the smartest moves you make for your career. Enter IALEFI, International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors. If you’re a law
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