Author: RJ Kirschner
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K.I.S.S.S. Principle in Combat Training
The K.I.S.S.S. Principle: Why Simple Firearms Training Saves Lives In a life-or-death scenario, complexity isn’t impressive – it’s dangerous. At Top Gun Training Centre, our firearms training in Southern California follows a battle-tested rule: Keep It Simple, Sure, and Safe. This is the K.I.S.S.S. Principle, and it’s not just a motto, it’s a survival strategy.…
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Firearms Training Under Stress | Train Your I, M & R Brain
How Your Brain Responds to Stress in Firearms Training In a self-defense encounter, your brain isn’t just reacting – it’s surviving. At Top Gun Training Centre, we go beyond technical skill to develop combat readiness through neuroscience-based training. Our methods are designed to hardwire performance under real-world pressure. Understanding how your brain functions under survival…
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Training Philosophies: Discipline, Consistency & Mindset
Firearms training isn’t just about pulling the trigger. Whether you’re preparing for self-defense, law enforcement duty, or tactical response, real readiness begins with the right mindset. At Top Gun Training Centre, a leading provider of firearms training in Southern California, our approach is grounded in a proven truth: skill without discipline is just a hobby,…
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Developing a Combat Mindset: The Key to Survival
In a life-or-death encounter, hesitation can be the difference between survival and failure. Firearms training is more than just hitting a target—it’s about mental resilience under pressure. In a real-life threat, even the most skilled shooter can freeze without the right mindset. At Top Gun Training Centre, we emphasize that developing a combat mindset is…
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The Combat Triad: The Foundation of Firearms Training
Shooting accuracy alone won’t prepare you for real-world encounters. Whether for self-defense or law enforcement, true firearms proficiency requires a balance of three essential skills: gun handling, marksmanship, and tactical awareness. This approach—known as the Combat Triad—was developed by Col. Jeff Cooper and remains the gold standard for effective firearm training. But what makes these…
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Top Gun Talks Combat Realities
Understanding Combat Realities Regardless of the place, time, or nature of the event, deadly force encounters have some distinct and universal laws. We’re diving into these combat realities to better understand their effect on your ability to successfully handle your firearm in any situation. THE REACTIONARY GAP: There will always be a period of time…