Advice for Instructors of New Female Shooters: Be More Patient

By Sara Tipton

As a female gun writer, owner, and all around gun rights advocate, I’m constantly teaching women how to shoot. I want to help women succeed. Other than trying to cope with “excessive” recoil, new female shooters have a common complaint, one that’s easily corrected. Hands down, the second most common problem experienced by brand new women shooters is . . .

their teacher’s lack of patience and overly critical attitude.

Truth be told, women shut down when they’re constantly criticized – especially by men. If a firearms instructor gives too much advice too quickly, say after every shot, the newbie female student’s going to become frustrated. They can stop listening closely, or at all. (Yes, this applies to men as well, but more so to women.) Instructors need to step back, let their female students empty the mag, then give advice slowly and calmly.

The “sandwich method” works best.

After a female student has shot at least several rounds, say something complimentary (the bread), followed by constructive criticism (the filling), followed by more praise (another slice of bread). For example, “That was pretty good, especially for your first try with this gun. Next time, try not to anticipate the recoil. Pull the trigger …Read the Rest

Source:: Truth About Guns