Marksmanship and gun handling are skills that can deteriorate without practice. As a responsible gun owner, you should have a training regimen that helps you maintain your shooting accuracy. A shooting range will provide you with a wide range of practical training, as will the advice below.

How to Become a Better Shot 

1. Change Your Attitude

You’ll see improved results in a shooting range if you change your mindset from practice to training mode. Training is purpose-oriented and gives you a goal to reach. Strive for shooting qualifications that mark your progress. You’ll know what score is pass or fail, and you can even get graded as a Marksman or Expert.

2. Switch Up Your Targets

A robust set of shooting skills is best developed through a variety of targets. While cardboard and paper targets at the shooting range work well because they give you an idea of where you’re aiming, you also want to have some reaction targets too. Shooting tin cans or bowling pins are examples of reaction targets. It trains you to concentrate on your front sight while also watching the target to see if it falls or moves.

3. Practice Dry Firing

Even though your gun is empty, practicing dry firing in the shooting range will help you practice and improve your form. While there’s no recoil in dry firing, you can develop a better feel for your gun without the distracting loudness that occurs when ammunition is used. It will also aid you in balancing your weapon correctly to improve your accuracy.

Whether you’re an experienced marksman or a novice in gun handling, Shooter’s Firearms & Indoor Range in Columbia, IL, will help you refine or master key skills. This renowned gun retailer carries an impressive selection of firearms and manages a world-class indoor shooting range. They provide CCW classes and even host shooting competitions. Call them at (618) 281-6393 or check out their website to learn more about the training they offer.