The Phase 5 Drill

In the world of firearms training, there are drills designed to push the limits of a shooter's skills and test their ability to perform under pressure.  The Phase 5 Drill is an exercise renowned for its ability to challenge even the most seasoned shooters. Focusing on precision shooting with speed, this drill involves drawing and shooting into circles while utilizing a shot timer. In this article, we'll delve into the details of the Phase 5 Drill, exploring its key components and benefits.

The Phase 5 Drill is a great way to help develop a smooth and controlled draw stroke under pressure, an imperative skill for self-defense. Being able to lock in on an attacker's vitals and draw your weapon from your carrying position must be done in a matter of moments. This drill will build muscle memory for a quick draw stroke, a good presentation, and on-demand accuracy with that first shot. In a confrontation with a threat, these are all life-saving skills. The draw and the first shot are essential to your survival. If you take the time to practice this drill with good technique, it will turn you into a better shooter.

Follow the directions below for a step-by-step process on the drill.

How The Drill Works

The drill consists of five targets (or "phases"). The targets fit on two 8.5″x11″ sheets of paper. So you can print them off at home on any standard letter-sized paper. Download your target here. Each phase will consist of drawing and firing ten shots into a specific circle. You move on to the next phase, or target, once you complete the previous one.

For phases one, two, and three, all ten shots must be inside the circle without breaking the line. Once you reach phases four and five, the target will be much smaller, so breaking the target line is acceptable.

This drill is best done with the accountability of a Range Tech Shot Timer. Set a 2.5-second time to start with and then gradually decrease the time as you get faster. It can also become a competition as you train with your friends to see who has the fastest and most accurate hand! After you finish the drill, analyze the targets so you know where you can improve.

Watch the above video in this blog post to see the drill in practice.