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Learning to shoot from a variety of positions can save your life.


Mar 30, 2011 C.A.R. (Center Axis Relock) is more than a grip, stance or range application. Created by Paul Castle, C.A.R. Is a complete, integrated combat system for pistol, shotgun, and rifle. It was designed to meet the needs of LE and military operators. The goal is to improve the hit rate. The CAR system emphasizes natural fighting positions such as a bladed stance and integrates methods for quick acquisition of the sights at short distances. Elements of Center Axis Relock The Center Axis Relock system has three essential elements: A Bladed Stance. When done properly, Center Axis Relock presents a very thin profile to the target. Center Axis Relock (CAR), a system, not just a platform, may be the next significant step in this never-ending evolution of Tactical Manual: Small Unit Tactics. Center axis relock is a versatile shooting system which provides a stable firing platform for multiple scenarios and it greatly aids in weapon.


Qualifications:

Complete CATS Defensive Tactical Handgun Level 1.

Purpose:

To develop superior, life-saving gun-fighting skills by building upon your fundamental defensive tactical handgun training.

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Objectives:

Which stance is best?

It is often debated among shooters which shooting stance is best. Here at CATS we teach the modified Weaver / Extreme modified Weaver & Bladed stance, it's true that other stances, such as the Isosceles, have their benefits. However, shooting on the move and getting out of your static placement should become instinctive therefore the stance you end up in will depend on your situation. You will learn more about stances with hands on training during dry practice and on the range.

The reason for not perfecting your shooting skills around a particular stance is that through repetition, the benefits of the stance makes shooting that much more difficult when the situation turns for the worse. You can never predict a situation but you will react to it. The CAR System is exactly what is needed to understand and react to reduce the threat level. It is a system based on gun-fighting skills, not a stance. A system that once understood will increase your odds of survival tremendously compared to just learning to shoot from a stance.

When you are learning the basics and still developing your skills, it's nice to do it the easiest way. Right or wrong you will develop muscle memory according to your training. Better to build your skills on good solid techniques and tactics early in the game.

In the real world of defensive combat gun fighting, you may not always have the luxury of shooting from your favorite stance.

In an urban gunfight, to stop a potentially lethal assault, you must rely upon a number of skills besides being able to deliver half dollar size groups on an IPSC target.

Survival means being able to use cover, concealment, and tactics that allow you to overcome the threat, or to evade, escape or de-escalate the violence.

Most deadly confrontations begin at a less than lethal level of force, perhaps some shoving or pushing coupled with verbal attacks, Many fights simply get started because somebody threw a punch and the other guy raised the stakes by pulling a knife, a club or a makeshift weapon.

Today, Americans are facing new and ever changing lethal threats, as the dark world of terrorism is proliferating and taking aim at western citizens.

Whatever the situation may be, you are now certain that you are in jeopardy and decide you must use lethal force to protect your life.

You may already be injured, you may have been knocked down, you may not have two hands available, and you may have caught the peripheral blast of a suicide bomber and still are under attack by his suicidal bent companions. Trouble generally travels in two or more. In such a situation, you can forget about choosing an Isosceles or Weaver stance.

Practicing basic marksmanship is not enough to guarantee your survival. You have got to be able to fire your weapon accurately from any position.

It's not where you place your feet that count; it's where you place your shots. You could be attacked while sitting in your car. You may have to fire your weapon through the passenger side door while you are bailing out the driver's door.

Single-handed or isometric shooting from a horizontal position is not part of the typical training given to either law enforcement or most security personnel.

What to Bring:

  • Eye and ear protection
  • Comfortable loose fitting pants (bdu's)
  • Drop rigs, low rides & tactical holsters may be employed
  • At least 3 magazines
  • Double Magazine Carrier (DMC) for your size mag's
  • Your pistol
  • 400 rounds of ammunition (ammunition may not be available at the range)
  • A sack lunch and plenty of water/fluids to drink.
  • Sun block / lip balm, you know the drill for you
  • Ammo pouch for your loose ammo (bdu's may suffice)
  • This is the time to test all of your gear, bring it out & put it on
  • A pen and note taking gear

Time:

8:00am – 5:00pm

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John Wick: Center Axis Relock Shooting System
Am Shooting Journal ^ | 5/22/2018 | J Hines

Posted on 05/22/2018 4:56:04 AM PDT by w1n1

We all love action movies and chances are you've probably seen the movie John Wick and maybe the sequel John Wick: Chapter 2 as well.

The action in these movies are very cool to watch, the choreograph is well designed. The credit goes to Taran Butler, the man who trained Keanu Reeves to tactical shoot that looks impressive in the movie.

We also learned that filming has begun on the third (final?) chapter in the series, and that got us thinking about the films, particularly the shooting techniques that were used in them.

Now, for those of you who haven't seen the film, or read articles on it, the directors, stunt coordinators, and the actors themselves all went out of their way to make the stunts and gun handling in the film as accurate as possible to real life.
In other words some of them actually went through similar tactical shooting courses.

So what you're probably wondering is what this article is all about.
In the above picture you see Keanu tilting his gun to the side like that, its not for Hollywood cool looks, but is actually a real shooting technique created by law enforcement trainer Paul Castle.

Before his untimely death due to cancer in 2011, Castle developed what he called the Center Axis Relock (CAR) system as an alternative to modern weaver and isosceles stances.

Download ringtones for mac. So we've established that its a real thing, and not simply movie stuff, but is it worth learning?

Lets take a Peek - Why Center Axis Relock was Created
Most self-defense scenarios happen at very close range, in confined spaces, usually within 8-10 feet, or less.

AVG Anti Virus 7.0 323. The problem with moving in a confined space in a traditional stance is that you have the gun way out in front of you, as taught in the Weaver or Isoceles. This gives you very poor leverage in the event someone gets their hands on your gun. Read the rest of this John Wick Center Axis Relock story here.

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1posted on 05/22/2018 4:56:04 AM PDTby w1n1
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I shoot a modified Weaver when shooting slow for pinpoint accuracy. I shot isosceles when I shot in action shoots(those days are over). I don't think I'll learn this new MTV way. It offends my sensibilities.


2posted on 05/22/2018 5:15:42 AM PDTby Vaquero(Don't pick a fight with an old guy. If he is too old to fight, he'll just kill you)
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Any word on valid lightsaber techniques from Star Wars? About as realistic as John Wick.


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Prior to the first of many AFG deployments, i underwent training through Blackwater, SIG SCI and ITPS and all of them taught normal weapon handling courses along with a modified close hold technique for movement in and around tight corners and buildings.

There was no angular holding method, the gun was still 90 degrees to the ground, but the holding skills were designed to keep the weapon close to the body, whether it be a pistol or a snubbed M-4.

Some of the best training I have ever received and, by the Grace of God, never had to use in the field. Although with the current situation in America, I still might get the opportunity to use those skills.


4posted on 05/22/2018 5:22:05 AM PDTby wbarmy(I chose to be a sheepdog once I saw what happens to the sheep.)
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Does the training include a dental plan? When the slide slams into your teef, it's gotta hurt.

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Dad trained me bullseye style. What the Marines and NYPD taught him in the 40s, 50s. I self taught myself the Weaver stance from reading books.… Isosceles seemed faster in action shooting.

I too am glad to have never had to use any of it in anger. But as you say we must be prepared. America is in flux.


6posted on 05/22/2018 5:37:00 AM PDTby Vaquero(Don't pick a fight with an old guy. If he is too old to fight, he'll just kill you)
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Used both the Weaver and Isosceles stances when on the firing line and shot expert throughout my Marine Corps career. The CAR technique is part of the tools set for tactical firing and is quite sound. It holds the weapon in the natural line of the arm instead of artificially keeping a 90 degree to the deck position. Also keeping the weapon closer to the shooters core gives more strength then the extended, which provides more control. The last time I was on the firing line, the course of fire was derived from years of combat observation and was probably the best training with a handgun I had ever gone through and mimicked the CAR technique considerably in the draw and close hold position.


7posted on 05/22/2018 5:37:03 AM PDTby rjsimmon(The Tree of Liberty Thirsts)
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Everything new is ..old. Speed rock, modified weaver( kind of this one mentioned), turret, isosceles, all adapted as needed for CQB. Having watched a Wick film, I recommend shooters everywhere DO NOT TRY the underarm, behind the back, around the body theatrics as seen on screen. Remember- trade space for time, time for precision and precision for fight stopping.

Learn to avoid CQ situations, you are not on a blue screen theater set with virtual add-ins of flash and sound and real bullets really do not care whose flesh they really tears.

Always remember- 'do not cover any part of your body with your muzzle'- if in a lethal situation, there may be more than enough muzzles covering you already.

If you really want to learn how to apply fires to targets at CQ ranges, think like a boxer- but instead of closing with your opponent to strike, move off line and away to cover while your strong and off side (weak) hands cover the opponent with your firearm. Distance is your friend.

Also, remember that your recoiling slide will hurt you if you do not know where it is in any near-body firing technique. Know where to keep your off side hand/arm when firing from adapted one hand positions.- It belongs folded up against your off side with hand on chest, or reaching for contact with cover or some supporting object as you move offline to cover, worst case it is pushing an assailant away while you are responding with your strong hand or providing a fresh mag for an emergency reload or a tactical reload ( since you have wisely moved to cover and have time, during a tactical pause, hopefully.

Finally, 'Front sight, Front sight, Press' repeat as needed, observe your flanks and six, preferably all from cover.

It is a movie ( and therefore not real or useful for anything other than amusement -'without thought'), even if Reeves learnt a few real world skills.


8posted on 05/22/2018 5:37:50 AM PDTby Manly Warrior(US ARMY (Ret), 'No Free Lunches for the Dogs of War')
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Yeah, so unrealistic! Like all the bad guys are going to be wearing red shirts on the same night and line up waiting for their buddy in front of them to get double-tapped before they step in. C'mon, who would believe THAT!.. And if you are the bad guy and have the hero, beaten and bloodied and tied to a chair in an abandoned warehouse with intentions of killing him.. Just do it. Statistics on IMDB show that taking the time to explain your evil schemes to the good guy before you kill him never ends well..

Oh, also, I was watching John Wick on TV and they had brief interviews with the actors and directors at the commercial breaks. And there is a reason all the bad guy henchmen were wearing red shirts in the big shoot'em up scene. A shout out to Star Trek.


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Ross Seyfried 1981 IPSC World Champion

10posted on 05/22/2018 6:10:05 AM PDTby Anti-Bubba182
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Also, remember that your recoiling slide will hurt you if you do not know where it is in any near-body firing technique.

Amen to that, brother. When in the military, I fractured the bone that protrudes off the outside of the wrist (the triquetrum, IIRC) with a 1911 slide doing drills in which we presented and fired from condition zero. Pulling the pistol from the holster, rotating the pistol at the hip, racking the slide as the gun was punched forward, and double tapping the target from the hip while making space. All I remember is pulling the trigger and my entire hand going numb, before the pain set in.

11posted on 05/22/2018 6:19:54 AM PDTby Turbo Pig(To close with and destroy..)
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Speaking of the dumbest movie gun handling, has anyone seen the trailer for the new Sicario franchise? Benicio Del Toro machine-pistols a guy by holding a semi-auto handgun in his right hand and then working the trigger with the index finger of his left hand, like he's twaddling his lips to make fart noises. Wait for some idiot to try this near you.


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Well, sorry to spoil it, but that is the 'original' version of 'bump-fire' in action. Do not try it unless you are really brave, and then only with a two round mag.. pistola's tend to have very high cyclic rates!

I personally have no idea if it works.., plus, I like my off side hand and arm just as they are.


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13posted on 05/22/2018 6:54:53 AM PDTby Manly Warrior(US ARMY (Ret), 'No Free Lunches for the Dogs of War')
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Mr. Reeves is quite competent at 3 Gun. He was very well trained.

Both movies are quite good. Both Mrs. L and I enjoyed them.

'John Wick II. THEY KILLED HIS HAMSTER!l'

L


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14posted on 05/22/2018 6:58:58 AM PDTby Lurker(President Trump isn't our last chance. President Trump is THEIR last chance.)
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John Wick: Center Axis Relock Shooting System
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Posted on 05/22/2018 4:56:04 AM PDT by w1n1

We all love action movies and chances are you've probably seen the movie John Wick and maybe the sequel John Wick: Chapter 2 as well.

The action in these movies are very cool to watch, the choreograph is well designed. The credit goes to Taran Butler, the man who trained Keanu Reeves to tactical shoot that looks impressive in the movie.

We also learned that filming has begun on the third (final?) chapter in the series, and that got us thinking about the films, particularly the shooting techniques that were used in them.

Now, for those of you who haven't seen the film, or read articles on it, the directors, stunt coordinators, and the actors themselves all went out of their way to make the stunts and gun handling in the film as accurate as possible to real life.
In other words some of them actually went through similar tactical shooting courses.

So what you're probably wondering is what this article is all about.
In the above picture you see Keanu tilting his gun to the side like that, its not for Hollywood cool looks, but is actually a real shooting technique created by law enforcement trainer Paul Castle.

Before his untimely death due to cancer in 2011, Castle developed what he called the Center Axis Relock (CAR) system as an alternative to modern weaver and isosceles stances.

Download ringtones for mac. So we've established that its a real thing, and not simply movie stuff, but is it worth learning?

Lets take a Peek - Why Center Axis Relock was Created
Most self-defense scenarios happen at very close range, in confined spaces, usually within 8-10 feet, or less.

AVG Anti Virus 7.0 323. The problem with moving in a confined space in a traditional stance is that you have the gun way out in front of you, as taught in the Weaver or Isoceles. This gives you very poor leverage in the event someone gets their hands on your gun. Read the rest of this John Wick Center Axis Relock story here.

TOPICS:Hobbies; Outdoors; TV/Movies
KEYWORDS:banglist; blogpimp; johnwick; needsaneditor; shootingsystem
1posted on 05/22/2018 4:56:04 AM PDTby w1n1
To: w1n1

I shoot a modified Weaver when shooting slow for pinpoint accuracy. I shot isosceles when I shot in action shoots(those days are over). I don't think I'll learn this new MTV way. It offends my sensibilities.


2posted on 05/22/2018 5:15:42 AM PDTby Vaquero(Don't pick a fight with an old guy. If he is too old to fight, he'll just kill you)
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Any word on valid lightsaber techniques from Star Wars? About as realistic as John Wick.


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Prior to the first of many AFG deployments, i underwent training through Blackwater, SIG SCI and ITPS and all of them taught normal weapon handling courses along with a modified close hold technique for movement in and around tight corners and buildings.

There was no angular holding method, the gun was still 90 degrees to the ground, but the holding skills were designed to keep the weapon close to the body, whether it be a pistol or a snubbed M-4.

Some of the best training I have ever received and, by the Grace of God, never had to use in the field. Although with the current situation in America, I still might get the opportunity to use those skills.


4posted on 05/22/2018 5:22:05 AM PDTby wbarmy(I chose to be a sheepdog once I saw what happens to the sheep.)
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Does the training include a dental plan? When the slide slams into your teef, it's gotta hurt.

Center Axis Relock System Manual Transmission


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Dad trained me bullseye style. What the Marines and NYPD taught him in the 40s, 50s. I self taught myself the Weaver stance from reading books.… Isosceles seemed faster in action shooting.

I too am glad to have never had to use any of it in anger. But as you say we must be prepared. America is in flux.


6posted on 05/22/2018 5:37:00 AM PDTby Vaquero(Don't pick a fight with an old guy. If he is too old to fight, he'll just kill you)
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Used both the Weaver and Isosceles stances when on the firing line and shot expert throughout my Marine Corps career. The CAR technique is part of the tools set for tactical firing and is quite sound. It holds the weapon in the natural line of the arm instead of artificially keeping a 90 degree to the deck position. Also keeping the weapon closer to the shooters core gives more strength then the extended, which provides more control. The last time I was on the firing line, the course of fire was derived from years of combat observation and was probably the best training with a handgun I had ever gone through and mimicked the CAR technique considerably in the draw and close hold position.


7posted on 05/22/2018 5:37:03 AM PDTby rjsimmon(The Tree of Liberty Thirsts)
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Everything new is ..old. Speed rock, modified weaver( kind of this one mentioned), turret, isosceles, all adapted as needed for CQB. Having watched a Wick film, I recommend shooters everywhere DO NOT TRY the underarm, behind the back, around the body theatrics as seen on screen. Remember- trade space for time, time for precision and precision for fight stopping.

Learn to avoid CQ situations, you are not on a blue screen theater set with virtual add-ins of flash and sound and real bullets really do not care whose flesh they really tears.

Always remember- 'do not cover any part of your body with your muzzle'- if in a lethal situation, there may be more than enough muzzles covering you already.

If you really want to learn how to apply fires to targets at CQ ranges, think like a boxer- but instead of closing with your opponent to strike, move off line and away to cover while your strong and off side (weak) hands cover the opponent with your firearm. Distance is your friend.

Also, remember that your recoiling slide will hurt you if you do not know where it is in any near-body firing technique. Know where to keep your off side hand/arm when firing from adapted one hand positions.- It belongs folded up against your off side with hand on chest, or reaching for contact with cover or some supporting object as you move offline to cover, worst case it is pushing an assailant away while you are responding with your strong hand or providing a fresh mag for an emergency reload or a tactical reload ( since you have wisely moved to cover and have time, during a tactical pause, hopefully.

Finally, 'Front sight, Front sight, Press' repeat as needed, observe your flanks and six, preferably all from cover.

It is a movie ( and therefore not real or useful for anything other than amusement -'without thought'), even if Reeves learnt a few real world skills.


8posted on 05/22/2018 5:37:50 AM PDTby Manly Warrior(US ARMY (Ret), 'No Free Lunches for the Dogs of War')
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Yeah, so unrealistic! Like all the bad guys are going to be wearing red shirts on the same night and line up waiting for their buddy in front of them to get double-tapped before they step in. C'mon, who would believe THAT!.. And if you are the bad guy and have the hero, beaten and bloodied and tied to a chair in an abandoned warehouse with intentions of killing him.. Just do it. Statistics on IMDB show that taking the time to explain your evil schemes to the good guy before you kill him never ends well..

Oh, also, I was watching John Wick on TV and they had brief interviews with the actors and directors at the commercial breaks. And there is a reason all the bad guy henchmen were wearing red shirts in the big shoot'em up scene. A shout out to Star Trek.


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Ross Seyfried 1981 IPSC World Champion

10posted on 05/22/2018 6:10:05 AM PDTby Anti-Bubba182
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Also, remember that your recoiling slide will hurt you if you do not know where it is in any near-body firing technique.

Amen to that, brother. When in the military, I fractured the bone that protrudes off the outside of the wrist (the triquetrum, IIRC) with a 1911 slide doing drills in which we presented and fired from condition zero. Pulling the pistol from the holster, rotating the pistol at the hip, racking the slide as the gun was punched forward, and double tapping the target from the hip while making space. All I remember is pulling the trigger and my entire hand going numb, before the pain set in.

11posted on 05/22/2018 6:19:54 AM PDTby Turbo Pig(To close with and destroy..)
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Speaking of the dumbest movie gun handling, has anyone seen the trailer for the new Sicario franchise? Benicio Del Toro machine-pistols a guy by holding a semi-auto handgun in his right hand and then working the trigger with the index finger of his left hand, like he's twaddling his lips to make fart noises. Wait for some idiot to try this near you.


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Well, sorry to spoil it, but that is the 'original' version of 'bump-fire' in action. Do not try it unless you are really brave, and then only with a two round mag.. pistola's tend to have very high cyclic rates!

I personally have no idea if it works.., plus, I like my off side hand and arm just as they are.


Center Axis Relock System Manual User

13posted on 05/22/2018 6:54:53 AM PDTby Manly Warrior(US ARMY (Ret), 'No Free Lunches for the Dogs of War')
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Mr. Reeves is quite competent at 3 Gun. He was very well trained.

Both movies are quite good. Both Mrs. L and I enjoyed them.

'John Wick II. THEY KILLED HIS HAMSTER!l'

L


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14posted on 05/22/2018 6:58:58 AM PDTby Lurker(President Trump isn't our last chance. President Trump is THEIR last chance.)
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