Pistol Performance with Ben DeWalt and Erick Gelhaus

"If you fail and you learn something from it, that is actually a success."

Episode Summary

In this episode, I sit down with Ben DeWalt of On Site Firearms Training and Erick Gelhaus of Cougar Mountain Solutions for an in-depth, no-nonsense discussion about firearms training, collaborative teaching, skill development, and the importance of a growth mindset on the range. Ben and Eric shared their experiences co-teaching pistol performance classes, how they balance speed and accuracy, the value of dry firing, and why ongoing education from other instructors is crucial for personal and professional growth.

We dove into everything from handling failure, identifying the most overrated gadgets in the gun world, to the role of ego in the firearms industry. Ben and Eric also highlighted why shotgun training is gaining traction, how to structure effective practice with time constraints, and the importance of adapting instructional methods to best serve students.

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Key Takeaways

Collaborative teaching improves the experience and adaptability for both students and instructors 04:03

Teaching plans should adapt to student needs, not stick rigidly to a curriculum 08:35