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Is your craft sharp, or are you just pretending? (Musings about Helping a deserving sister officer, Policing our own “instructors,” and holding those “in charge” accountable)
Article by: William G. I was mulling over what I wanted this month’s article to be, and then came a call from the Judge. Sunday morning, early. He said that a woman had signed up for a membership at the private club we have, and she needed help with a “qualification.” He added, he had… Continue reading
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Down the Rabbit Hole
The Evolution of Law Enforcement Firearms Training Standards Article By: Leo H. In retirement, I find I am often contemplating things that probably do not really require consideration. There is a possibility I have been doing this my entire life, as I have been called a “purveyor of useless facts” on various occasions. At any… Continue reading
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The Instructor’s Mirror: Why Your Resistance to USPSA Limits Your Students
Article By Sam H. After 20 years as a Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor and a veteran of the force, I’ve seen a persistent, frustrating disconnect in our community. We spend thousands on the latest optics and “gucci” duty gear, yet we often steer our officers away from the most accessible, high-volume stress test available: practical… Continue reading
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There’s a Fudd on the Firing Line
Article By: Leo H. Every range has one. The retired legend with the battered ball cap, still running the same 7-yard, single-target drill from 1993… and calling it “tactics.” He’s not a villain; he’s a Fudd—a career firearms instructor frozen in time, resisting modern, evidence-based police training like it’s some YouTube marvel’s current trend. The problem… Continue reading
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Key Principles of a Firearms Training Mindset
Article By: Terry B. Mastering firearms training goes beyond learning how to shoot; it requires a specific mindset rooted in safety, discipline, accountability, and a survival attitude. Using this approach helps ingrain habits that carry over under stress, fear, and chaos. A successful training mindset is built on several key principles that prioritize deliberate action and continuous improvement. Continue reading
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These are a few of my favorite things…….
Article by: William G. I meant to get to this in November, but time got away from me. Nothing new, I am on my own time that doesn’t seem to match up with anyone else’s schedule……. Personal weapons and accoutrements are, and should be, a very personal preference. One man’s treasure is another man’s ordinary,… Continue reading
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Welcome
This blog is the new, more accessible, arm of the GALEFI newsblast. It will offer more timely posts, with integration of video demonstrations as well. All forms of media are educational in nature, and shall not be construed as legal advice or endorsed by any entity the author is employed with. Handling and training with… Continue reading
Thinking Man's Corner 