https://greyhive.com/videos/watch/72d561e7-5931-4814-a52a-0d072e02bef2 Being a skilled shooter doesn’t automatically mean you’re prepared for a real-world emergency. So what does effective training really look like? In this episode of Making Shooters Better, host Terry Vaughan welcomes Ben Bergamini, a Haley Strategic firearms coach whose experience spans Division I college football, law enforcement, emergency medical services, and tactical medical training. Ben brings a unique perspective to firearms instruction, combining the discipline of athletics, the teamwork required in emergency response, and years of experience helping shooters develop practical skills. Together, Terry and Ben explore why shooters often practice what they’re already good at, how to recognize weaknesses in your training, and why being prepared requires much more than accuracy and speed. In this episode, you'll discover: • Why shooting proficiency and real-world readiness aren't necessarily the same thing • How Haley Strategic uses baseline assessments to identify individual strengths and weaknesses • Why stance and grip remain essential fundamentals, even for experienced shooters • What separates competitive shooting from defensive firearms training • Why only three officers out of a department of 75 participated in an available firearms practice opportunity • How Ben's EMS experience reinforces the importance of communication, teamwork, and preparation • Why Stop the Bleed training, tourniquet familiarity, and CPR deserve a place in your preparedness plan • How practicing uncomfortable skills can lead to meaningful improvement • Why even experienced firearms coaches continue learning from other instructors • How to make purposeful training part of a busy life without spending unlimited time or ammunition Ben also shares lessons from real emergency responses, explains why medical skills can be just as important as firearms proficiency, and discusses the importance of knowing exactly what you want to accomplish before each training session. Whether you're a newer shooter, an experienced competitor, a firearms instructor, or someone who carries for personal protection, this conversation offers a valuable opportunity to evaluate your own approach to training. 🎯 Watch the full episode and consider one question: Are you training for improvement, or simply repeating what you're already comfortable doing? 👍 If you enjoyed the conversation, like the video, share it with a fellow shooter, and subscribe to Laser Ammo for more episodes of Making Shooters Better. Connect with Ben Bergamini: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bergmedhsp/ Haley Strategic Training: https://haleystrategic.com/train About Making Shooters Better: Presented by Laser Ammo and hosted by former Royal Marine Commando and TOP SHOT Season 4 alum Terry Vaughan, Making Shooters Better features conversations with experienced shooters, coaches, and subject-matter experts dedicated to practical skills, responsible firearms training, and continuous improvement. #MakingShootersBetter #LaserAmmo #BenBergamini #HaleyStrategic #FirearmsTraining #ShootingFundamentals #DryFireTraining #StopTheBleed #ResponsibleGunOwnership #TrainSmarter Fri, 06 Nov 2026 06:52:22 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://greyhive.com https://greyhive.com/lazy-static/avatars/5746210d-885d-44b2-9be0-92bf1e4d34df.webp https://greyhive.com/videos/watch/72d561e7-5931-4814-a52a-0d072e02bef2 All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://greyhive.com/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder.