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BEAT THE BEEP DRILL: LIVE-FIRE

Speed isn't optional. Precision still matters.

The Beat the Beep: Live Fire drill takes your dry fire foundation and puts it under real pressure. You’ll run your draw against a timer and fire a live round before the second beep. It’s a simple drill with serious impact , demanding fast execution, grip control, and visual discipline on command.

Why this drill matters:

It’s easy to move fast when nothing’s on the line. But when recoil and noise hit, most shooters lose their discipline. This drill trains you to react fast, control the gun, and break a clean first shot under time — no panic, no guessing.

It also reveals common breakdowns:

  • Firing without true visual confirmation

  • Losing grip tension under time stress

  • Collapsing mechanics when the clock applies pressure

This is where training meets performance.


Set it up:

  • Distance: 3 to 5 yards

  • Target: Fusion Target center A-zone

  • Rounds: 1 per rep

  • Reps: 10

  • Start Position: Holster

  • Tools: Shot timer with par time set to 1.5 seconds



How to run the drill:

a. Set your par time to 1.5 seconds


b. On the first beep, draw and fire one live round into the center A-zone


c. The round must break before the second beep


d. Repeat for 10 reps, tracking how often your hit lands clean and on time


Shooting distance for 7 Yard Speed Drill graphic.


What you are actually training:

  • First shot accountability: You are reinforcing the skill of breaking a fast, clean shot under time without rushing.

  • Draw speed and mechanics: You are building a faster draw that remains efficient and repeatable under pressure.

  • Grip pressure under recoil: You are learning to maintain control and hand tension from the start of your draw through the shot.

  • Visual decision-making: You are developing the ability to press only when your sights are actually on target.

  • Live performance under pressure: You are translating your dry fire discipline into live fire execution without panic.



Drill Tips

If you’re missing the par time, check your grip formation and draw stroke. Speed starts with smooth.

Beat the Beep: Live Fire is part of Week 6 in the Fusion Targets 12 Week Pistol Program. It bridges the gap between dry fire and performance shooting by building a fast, confident first shot that holds up under real conditions.

Want your first round to be fast and dependable?




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