Tactical Shepherd Enters the World of Competition "Handgun" Steel Plate Shooting Some shooters are fast. Some shooters are accurate. Very few are both. To provide our members and students with the very best instruction and experience in this dynamic shooting sport, we’ve brought in two incredibly accomplished guest instructors: Travis Gibson & Wyatt Gibson Between them, they have won dozens of steel plate championships across the country and are sponsored by some of the biggest brands in the industry. Their résumés also include coaching multiple National Champion shooters. This is your opportunity to train with elite-level competitors who not only perform at the highest level — but know how to teach others to do the same. This handgun course is specifically designed to develop both speed and precision through proven steel competition techniques, including: Core Techniques in Steel Plate Shooting Visual Discipline & Target Acquisition Draw to First Shot – Direct path to target Target Transitions Maintaining grip pressure through transitions Transition speed vs. confirmation speed Trigger Control at Speed – Trigger speed vs. trigger control Cadence shooting Recoil Management – Developing a predictable recoil pattern Plate Order & Stage Strategy Shooting from inside-out or outside-in...and much more And of course…after sharpening your skills and applying what you’ve learned, we’ll finish the day with a Steel Plate Competition Tournament. Put your new techniques to the test in a fun, high-energy match environment. Required Gear: Please ensure you bring the following: Reliable handgun (centerfire recommended) Quality strong-side, belt-mounted holster Minimum 150 rounds of ammunition At least 3 magazines Magazine carrier Belt suitable for holster support Eye and ear protection Appropriate range clothing Water & Snacks