Firearms Training Resources
We've curated a collection of valuable resources to help you become a more knowledgeable, skilled, and responsible firearm owner. From printable targets to training videos, recommended books to online courses – explore these resources to enhance your firearms education.
Printable & Recommended Targets
Free downloadable targets and training materials
- ConcealedCarry.com – Free Targets & Downloadable Resources
- IDPA 5×5 Classifier Target (PDF)
- NSSF Printable Shooting Targets
- Targets4Free – Free Printable Shooting Targets
- BAER Solutions – Free Drill Targets
- MidwayUSA – Free Paper Targets
- Pew Pew Tactical – Printable Pistol & Rifle Targets
- T.REX ARMS – Pistol Zero Target
- T.REX ARMS – Rifle Zero Target
- Pistol Wizard – Free USPSA & IDPA Printable Targets
- AccurateShooter.com – Printable Benchrest & Grid Targets
- Michigan DNR – Printable Bullseye & Sight-in Targets
Online Training & Video Resources
Educational videos and online firearms training content
- Ballistic Studies Zeroing Checklist
- Active Self Protection
- Thunder Ranch
- Warrior Poet Society
- Tactical Hyve
- Sage Dynamics
- Pew Science
- Ben Stoeger Practical Shooting Resources
- Ballistics By The Inch
- Lucky Gunner Labs
- Applied Ballistics LLC
- Precision Rifle Blog
- AmmoToGo Ballistic Gel Tests
- The Box O' Truth
- Modern Service Weapons
- Vickers Tactical
- The Reloaders Network
- Brass Facts
- The Firearm Blog
- InRange TV
- PrecisionRifleBlog "What The Pros Use"
Recommended Reading
Books on firearms training, safety, and history
- Principles of Personal Defense
- Practical Shooting: Beyond Fundamentals
- On Combat
- On Killing
- Deadly Force: Understanding Your Right to Self-Defense
- T.A.P.S.: Tactical Application of Practical Shooting
- Sentinel: Become the Agent in Charge of Your Own Protection Detail
- Surgical Speed Shooting
- Dry-Fire Reloaded
- Refinement and Repetition
- The Modern Technique of the Pistol
- The Art of the Rifle
- Shoot: Your Guide to Shooting and Competition
- Handgun Combatives
- The Perfect Pistol Shot
Podcasts & Media
Audio content for firearms education on the go
Apps & Tech Tools
Mobile applications and digital tools for shooters
- Strelok Pro Ballistic Calculator
- Ballistic: Advanced Edition (AE)
- Applied Ballistics AB Quantum App
- Kestrel LiNK Ballistics App
- Hornady 4DOF Ballistics Calculator
- Shooter Ballistic Calculator
- GeoBallistics BallisticsARC
- MantisX Shooting Performance System
- Mantis Laser Academy
- Next Level Training SIRT Laser Pistol
- iTarget Pro Laser Training App
- Labradar Mobile App
- Splits Shot Timer (Android)
- Make Ready Shot Timer (iOS)
- Shotbud Shot Timer (Apple Watch)
Dry-Fire & Low-Light Drills
Practice techniques and tools for home training
- LaserShot Training Systems
- Dry Fire Training Cards
- LASR X Dry-Fire Software
- Strikeman Laser Training System
- Laser Ammo SureStrike System
- DryFireMag Trigger-Reset Magazine
- CoolFire Trainer CO₂ Recoil System
- G-Sight Laser Training System
- SureFire Field Notes Low-Light Playlist
- Monterey PD Low-Light Drill Outline (PDF)
- Team One Network Low-Light Training Guide (PDF)
- Werkz "Low-Light Defense" Guide (PDF)
Community & Forums
Online communities for firearms discussion and learning
- AR15.com Forums
- TheHighRoad.org
- Project Appleseed Forum
- Sniper's Hide Forum
- Pistol-Forum.com
- M4Carbine.net Forums
- Brian Enos Practical Shooting Forum
- Lightfighter Tactical Forum
- Primary & Secondary Forum
- GlockTalk Forum
- DefensiveCarry.com Forum
- 1911Forum
- Calguns.net Forums
- The Firing Line Forums
- Cast Boolits Forum
- Nevada Shooters Forum
Our Favorite Resources
Staff picks and highly recommended resources
- Pew Science
- Ben Stoeger Practical Shooting Resources
- Ballistics By The Inch
- Lucky Gunner Labs
- Applied Ballistics LLC
- Precision Rifle Blog
- AmmoToGo Ballistic Gel Tests
- The Box O' Truth
- Modern Service Weapons
- Vickers Tactical
- The Reloaders Network
- Brass Facts
- The Firearm Blog
- InRange TV
- PrecisionRifleBlog "What The Pros Use"