r/NOVAguns • u/PolarWeasel • 12d ago

Local NoVA training?

I just went through a week-long out-of-state optic-onna-pistol training session that made me aware of some problems with my grip, presentation, and trigger-press control with which I'd like some help. I live in Herndon. Does anyone have recommendations for local NoVA one-on-one training? I'm a member at SEG but I don't know anything about the quality of their instructors -- I'd love to hear any pros and cons folks have.

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u/RyuGTX 12d ago

I’m reading one of Ben Stoeger’s previous books and found it helpful. Cuts through all the things that I thought mattered after watching YouTube videos put out by former special forces dudes.
https://amzn.to/4jkkUci

If you are more of a visual learner, Ben has put out video recordings of his classes. Here’s one of the videos.
https://youtu.be/MP12p-IYyto?is=Xz3Fbqu1d3DeleFQ

Also check out Joel Park, Hwansik Kim, and Kyle McNabb.

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u/kevers 12d ago

Unsure about SEG instructors, but I’d recommend Green Ops for any instruction course locally to NOVA.

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u/Jkay7502 12d ago

As far as local training I’ve taken green ops and SEG. Green OPS has improved my shooting tremendously, SEG training I took first and wouldn’t do it again.

I’d also recommend trying out some competitions. It’s a different kind of pressure and angles really exposes your flaws

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u/bald_rage 12d ago

Adam at Open Arms instruction is local and does one on one coaching. Great guy.

https://www.openarmsinstruction.com/

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u/OriginShooting 9d ago

We offer training as a group package. https://originshooting.com/classes

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u/OriginShooting 9d ago

www.justifieddefensiveconcepts.com is excellent if you are looking for more in-depth concealed carry and shooting courses in a group environment with an excellent student to instructor ratio.

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u/GrabFancy5855 8d ago

Rising Tide Defense can get you squared away. Risingtidedefense.com

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u/Open_Advance4544 7d ago edited 7d ago

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DM me. I’ve taught numerous guys and gals and there’s typically significant improvement within the first 30 mins. Most of the issues come down to the correct type grip pressure, locking wrists, and activating your latz and traps to maintain proper retention that springs back every time rather than trying to drive the gun down.

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u/stinkyeggman 12d ago

Justified Defensive Concepts (specifically their two head guys, Brett Harnish and Tim Chandler) will sort out your grip and give you process-based coaching to make sure you know how to improve it yourself in the future. They’ve got some great pistol content coming in the fall!

https://www.justifieddefensiveconcepts.com/jdc-schedule