Stable Platform Isolation DrillDry or LiveAccuracyDrawMovementReloadsSpeed

Start Distance

7

Targets

0

Rounds

varies

Reloads

0

Equipment

EquipmentTypeQuantityNotes
Steel - A Zone TargetTargets

Course of Fire

  1. Setup:
  • Place 1 or 2 targets at a distance of 7 to 10 yards.
  • Use a shot timer or just focus on controlled shooting.
  1. Drill:
  • Start from the low ready or the holster.
  • Take up a stable stance: feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, and weight balanced between your heels and toes.
  • Engage the target by firing 3 to 5 rounds, ensuring the lower body remains perfectly still. Focus on using only your arms and upper body to aim and control the recoil.
  • After the initial string, reset and repeat while maintaining a stable platform for each string of fire.
  • Optional: Vary the pace or number of rounds fired, or switch between targets for added challenge.
  1. Rounds:
  • Shoot 3 to 5 rounds per string, completing 3 to 5 repetitions. Total round count: 15 to 25.

Video

Description

The Stable Platform Isolation Drill is a fundamental USPSA shooting exercise designed to improve a shooter’s balance and control during the firing process. The focus of this drill is to build a solid shooting stance and isolate the movement of the upper body to ensure that only the arms and hands are moving while aiming and firing. The drill helps reinforce proper posture, core engagement, and foot placement, all of which contribute to recoil control and shot accuracy.

To perform the drill, shooters adopt a stable stance and engage targets without moving their lower body. The goal is to minimize any unnecessary movement, keeping the body steady while delivering precise shots. This isolation of movement enhances muscle memory for maintaining stability during dynamic stages in USPSA matches, where rapid target transitions and movement are required.