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Nate Castillo

Nate Castillo is the founder and lead instructor of Valiance Firearms Training in Boise, Idaho. A 75th Ranger Regiment veteran, he delivers practical, real-world firearms training focused on protecting families, churches, and communities.

Trigger Control: Building Cadence Through Consistency

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Trigger Control: Building Cadence Through Consistency

Learn what trigger cadence is in pistol shooting and why smooth, continuous trigger control matters more than speed. Discover why the trap-and-release method can limit performance in practical shooting situations.

Trigger Control: Minimizing Movement for Maximum Performance

Trigger Control: Minimizing Movement for Maximum Performance

Learn what trigger cadence is in pistol shooting and why smooth, continuous trigger control matters more than speed. Discover why the trap-and-release method can limit performance in practical shooting situations.

Grip Part 2: Building Consistency Under Disruption

Grip Part 2: Building Consistency Under Disruption

Because the support hand is so critical to recoil management, it’s also the easiest thing to lose when the gun stops shooting.

Grip: The Foundation of a Flat-Shooting Pistol

Grip: The Foundation of a Flat-Shooting Pistol

Grip is one of the most common—and most misunderstood—fundamentals in pistol shooting. This article breaks down how proper grip mechanics create a flat-shooting pistol, why the support hand does the real work, and how focused reps build consistency shot after shot.