How to Stand When Shooting - Navy SEAL Teaches the Best Shooting Stance

[@ChrisSajnogs]

In 2009, I came home from a deployment and my oldest son, who was 3 or 4 at the time, wouldn’t eat for almost 2 weeks... Being a father I was obviously concerned, so I asked him about it and his answer really hit me hard… He said, “Dad, if I eat I’ll grow up and if I grow up I’ll become a daddy. And if I become a daddy, I’ll have to leave my family.” My boys barely knew who I was and I couldn’t let them grow up without a father... I realized at that moment my family needed me a lot more than the Navy needed another SEAL. So I put in for retirement the next day… Back then I knew I wanted to be with my family more than anything, so I made changes in my life that allowed me to be at home. We all want more time to spend with the people we love or doing the things we love. That’s why I’m here to help! Once you read my New Rules of Marksmanship you will learn how you can stay at home, and save time and money while you improve your shooting! I promise this works… try it now: snip.ly/vqtwv4

[@topspot4834]

I don't get how your book and your decision line up. TBH kinda sounds like a story enhanced a bit to sell the book. Not saying that's the reality, but it's definitely the perception. Either way, great video and I'll check out the book.

[@skywalker39100]

Awesome! Thank You. I will buy The Book.

[@NextLevelTruth]

Amen good choice. As the Bible says that’s our job to raise and teach our kids! Not to have government teach them what they think is correct. God bless you sir thanks for your service.

[@SuperBadbri]

Awesome yea family is everything

[@TheRealJohnJ10]

It takes a special to sacrifice time with family for duty for this great country. Thank you for your sacrifice and for all this excellent learning advice. May God bless you and your family Chris.

[@troyjones9165]

Between 8 years in the Army and almost 22 years as a police officer, I have had a fair share of range training. I have never seen nor heard anyone explain in detail the importance of a proper stance and most importantly the why of it. I just noticed after watching your valuable video that I had developed a habit of shoulders forward and lowering my head to my sights. I did a regimen of dry firing with your technique and was amazed at how much more stable my pistol was by, tucking my shoulders back. Doing that made my pistol come up to my eyes almost naturally. Thank you very much sir.

[@requitadavis7431]

Nm

[@yeejay6396]

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[@ericalfred2875]

I am right there with you brother; 35 years OF LEO experience and had developed the same habit.

[@mustang32688]

@@ericalfred2875 i just shoot for fun at the range and I cant wait to try this out next time. Almost wonder if this is why my back and elbow feel sore after only like 100 rounds.

[@yzwme586]

thats kind of scary that they wouldn't teach that

[@haleynicolee6413]

19 year old female here and I’ve gone to a range a few times and couldn’t quite figure out what I’ve been doing wrong. Your videos are AMAZING! Thank you so much 😭❤️❤️

[@Eric_Gilbert]

This guy is awesome.

[@pwlftr]

Yeah

[@shawng4886]

These videos of yours have seriously been priceless to me. I’m looking into getting my first firearm and I’ve learned a TON in the past couple days from these. All this information will be carried with me when I hit the range and buy my first firearm! Big respect and thank you for your service!!🤘🏻

[@Grayman58]

Thanks for your service .iam glad you retired for you kids. I remember my father leaving every time he went overseas I felt so alone so I can understand your kids feelings.

[@geraldberliner5260]

I would normally have to pay about $100 for handgun training, I got this for free. Thank you so much for your valuable insights and methodology.

[@HoyaSaxaSD]

Gerald Berliner no kidding. I’ll subscribe and buy his book or something so I don’t feel guilty and to support this type of resource.

[@rich4137]

I’m a Cold War vet who served in Germany in the early 80’s, your instruction on technique is identical to how we trained. Kudos!

[@splashkid8410]

Thanks

[@concernedcitizen244]

Cold War vet 2/92nd spot on 🇺🇸bless you and yours and thank you

[@jamihughes1689]

You are spot on! I've been struggling to shoot accurately and my shots veering to left. I went back to the basics to re-evaluate what I was doing wrong. I focused on my feet, nose over toes, bringing firearm up level with my eyes vs looking down, and shoulders back! I haven't shot this accurately in over a year. THANK YOU! I was losing hope.

[@FirstSuiGeneris]

_Like the word " carbine " over " assault rifle " in the civilian world, that was smooth and smart. Three " B's," Brains, Brawns, and Bullets, applied here with techniques, nicely done!_

[@micheldedeyne2662]

This is one of the best shooting advice, from Chris Sajnog.. I know !

[@ricknitti5043]

I've learned more in this one video then all my years shooting. My habits and stance were SO bad ( I now realize), and everyone kept saying, "you look good, your a good shot", but I struggled to acquire the sight picture and with consistency. I did my old and new stances with a mirror. Old stance was hunched over, arm bent, neck forward, shoulders crooked...ALL wrong. Now I'm grounded, squared (triangled), and straight. I have a laser target practice system. I took your teachings, and I'm shooting consistent 9/10 with both eyes open vs. 8/9/10 with one eye closed. I don't want to be a good shot...I want to be an excellent shooter. Also, just more confident in feeling and trust. I don't second guess my sight picture of fiddle with my stance now. I just follow your teachings, and it just seems to work. Still learning new muscle memory, but thank you! Total game changer for me.

[@r.k.8718]

Thank you for this video, Mr. Sajnog. I have spina bifida, which affects my balance (among other problems), so I was skeptical your advice on shooting stances would apply to me. I'm glad to be reminded of what they say about assumptions. Normally I'm not able to stand still without holding onto a support like a table or handrail, but using your advice, I was able to stay steady for much longer than I'm used to, even with my hands in a shooting position. I'm not sure if I'll be able to extend that time period given some of my limitations, but you've certainly inspired me to try.

[@michaelcharles101]

Amazing !I followed every instructions . I can literary close my eyes and shoot and still hit my target .

[@DiverBand]

Fantastic advice! I read one of his books and he’s absolutely amazing. Thank you for your service to our country Chris.

[@donf3877]

DAMN... just DAMN. Yeah, you have a new subscriber. Years in the military (marksmanship award for M-16, .38, and 45ACP), and several shooting schools after I got out. NOBODY has ever described the shooting stance like you just did. Just trying it in my house with my unloaded 45ACP I can feel the difference. It feels so much more relaxed. I instantly felt more confident in my ability to be even more on-target. As a forced right hander (grew up back when moms would switch the pencil to the right (correct) hand, I am left eyed and shoot left handed (got the scars on my right arm from mis-ejected M-16 brass to prove it). And man... that is infected in like two seconds.

[@stevec7445]

Appreciate all the good advice. All the years in the Army I wasn’t taught most of this.

[@SylentONE]

Same. I started off-can't shooting a couple years ago because it just felt more natural that way as opposed to the way I was trained Glad to see that an instructor is affirming it.

[@frankiejames650]

Chris, I'm a new gun owner, and your videos have been invaluable to me. I had the intention of getting my ccw permit after purchasing a handgun, but I will be putting that off for a while as I realize how much of a liability I would be to myself & the public as I now know how little I actually know about safe & proper handling of firearms. I sure hope that your videos are not found to be in violation of the new policies. Professional training is quite costly. So as I save up to take classes, I plan on using your teachings to help me along in between each new class. Thank you very much.

[@ChrisSajnogs]

Those are the words of a responsible gun owner. BZ None of my videos violate new policy. For years people ask/complain about me never actually shooting in my videos...because I don't teach shooting guns, only airsoft, and laser training devices. But with these guys, you never know. 🤞 If they do, I have all my videos on my website chrissajnog.com and hundreds more for my members chrissajnog.com/join-the-team [unappolgetic promotion]

[@mtnjhutch]

I follow on Rumble also,

[@MM-xt9pw]

This is so cool. Getting video training from a badass frogman. Thanks Chris for your service and helping me become a better shooter🇺🇸🦅

[@DrJones-nh4my]

Glad I stopped by. Learned something new. 👍🏼

[@r.mercado9737]

This presentation brings back many wonderful memories! Semper Fidelis

[@guysmarkus1]

I like the way you liken the shooting stance to a fighting stance! I couldn't agree more. Being a highly competitive fighter for years, this is the exact way I taught my wife, daughter and several friends how to shoot.

[@NeonBlazeMusic]

Right? Sounds like all he is saying is just shoot as if you are throwing a cross from a boxing/kickboxing/Muay Thai stance. First time I picked up a pistol my feet naturally staggered into that position. Easy peasy

[@micheldedeyne2662]

Chris Sajnog teaches you the best way to stand when shooting an and gun , i can confirme that, because i have tried a lot of diferente stands, and this way.. Is realy the best, for Me aniway... Thanks Chris, Michel from Spain.

[@Narx9]

This is the best video in stance I've seen. I learned so much as a first time gun owner. Thank you. I bought a gun after someone tried to break into my apartment at 1:30AM just last year. Been on a journey if learning to be a proper gun owner.

[@richardoliver1468]

Chris..... Once you turned to the side, it was easier for me to see the correct position that you were demonstrating. I really appreciate your clear, precise and to the point videos.

[@BillColeExperience]

Great explanation. I am a firearms instructor and have not heard anyone communicate clearing as you the hows and whys (in all your videos). Your videos are making me a better instructor and therefore my students.

[@johnroseman9087]

I have only seen two of your videos and you are number 1 on my list for teaching!!! Why? You teach with a method that reminds me of a golf lesson. The first vid I watched was the proper pistol grip. Just like golf, your hands are the only thing that are an extension of the firearm. Poor grip...poor results. The second vid was the proper stance. Poor alignment... Poor aim...bad results!! THANK YOU!!! Somebody gets it for the beginner!! ( and I've been shooting for 32 years)✌️✌️✌️✌️

[@anthonyreyes4812]

From the beautifull Island of Puerto Rico. Chris I love your tuition videos they help me a lot with my gun handling experience. AMIGO keep doing what you love the most. 👍👍

[@elveraruffin997]

I am a 65 years old woman I bought a gun I live in New Orleans and crime is bad I went to get my training I completed and get my certificate but nothing like the way you teaching could you please let me know if you have a book I came by so I can keep learning from you appreciate you so much thank you

[@ChristopherLorine]

I am an RSO and these are the exact points I use when assisting newer shooters and those who wish to improve their shooting scores.

[@martinlatvian5538]

Very good lesson! Basically classic exactly what I did learn in Latvian armed forces. But after years I did develop my own shooting stance. All the same, main thing keep Your firearm centered aligned with Your spine, but I step my right leg a bit more back and turn a bit left side of the torso towards the target. I hold the gun with both but mostly with right arm aligned with spine but keep my left arm ready for other actions, like reloading or in close combat repelling unarmed enemy striking or grabbing him.

[@petragloyn9759]

My name is Chris( Petra's Husband) I found this video very useful as i use a rifle and pistol when target shooting and sometimes get the tail wag, This video has pointed out what i am doing wrong so i will try some of the points noted here. Will watch some of the other videos. Keep up the great work.

[@nc104]

From an educator and long-time LEO - WELL DONE!

[@wescourt9661]

My wife and I both love shooting we both learnt a lot from this video...thanks

[@leightonwright8114]

Sir you are precise, knowledgeable, and have very thorough reasoning!!! Your videos have exponentially improved my accuracy and I am very grateful!!!! Total badass!!!! Furthermore, thank you so very much for your invaluable service to our beloved country!!

[@angelm4789]

Thank you Sir Chris Sajnog

[@keepinitsk8a516]

I should’ve watched this before I went to the range today, I know why I pull right now for sure; thought it was cause I’m cross shooting, today was more consistent but after I make this adjustments I should be spot on.

[@jcakingsolver]

was sapper with 13 eng,7th id, rapid deployment during the 90s.. Really enjoy your clear and concise videos!

[@jeffjeds8]

You're awesome how you literally showed the martial arts principle that weapons are extension of the body. We use the same stances from martial arts into shooting. Thank you Sir, much respect to you.

[@rachelharvey5689]

I haven’t been trained in any form by military or police, more less self taught. I am a fair to good marksman. I love to hunt also, no lost game ever. After watching your videos I saw several improper techniques that I was performing. I will strive to correct them and hope to see a noticeable improvement..

[@RCSTILE]

NAVY SEAL SNIPER INSTRUCTER. I am 76, a retired police officer and can still shoot the X and ten rings out of a silhouette target at 10-15 yards with my Glock. But I am not a trained killer as you are. I know you are instructing people on how to properly shoot a hand gun, but it is obvious you are teaching it offensively not defensively. Concealed Cary should not be an offensive attitude. That being said, I thank you for your service. It is a shame the world needs people will your skill set, but unfortunately we do and always will and I thank you for the sacrifices you made for our country.

[@R.K.777]

Thank you!! This video was very helpful, I just hope I can remember everything you said when I go to shoot.

[@ermalmustafa]

R. Káva but you have internet you can see again when you go shooting range

[@bae313]

Practice the position with a blue gun while you watch the video. Watch the video until you have it down. Then go to the range. No sense wasting money on bullets and range fees if you can't do it right.

[@R.K.777]

Thanks guys! I'm doing good now with my guns.

[@rayjensen4480]

Got to tell you. I have now watched this particular video 10 separate times.....and I found that I learned something very important that I missed......each time. There is a LOT of information in this video. SO HELPFUL! Once I got the "2 triangles" into my head .....and felt the recoil travel down my dominant arm for the first couple of shots......then looked out at the target.....THAT WAS IT! WOW. What a difference.

[@ChrisSajnogs]

Thank you, Ray, glad I could help.

[@dogmom240]

Practicing this in my dark kitchen (without the pistol). I see how the triangles work and how the bones are your support. I had been holding my pistol close to my body, arms clamped down due to a hand tremor. Which I think helped..Also stood in a side stance and do okay. Tomorrow I will try this new stance with arms out, hard grip, deep breath and see how I do. Thank you for Shar your knowledge.😊

[@YaHUKaB_ShaRYAL_YaShaRAL]

Wow brother,your knowledge,experience,& concepts of shooting every firearm is amazing! I am DEFINITELY going to try your methods of shooting! Lol

[@-Gramps]

Thank you so much for your detailed demonstration. Every moment was educational!

[@wadenixon5937]

I Play a lot of golf, these stance and positions go hand and hand together, follow thru and head position almost the same, but when SHTF hopefully all this muscle memory will come into play

[@drewjames2237]

I had one of those blue guns when I was a kid it was so fun playing with my 4 brothers and all our friends we'd have big wars some would climb in trees ,we'd make dumb sound affects lol good times

[@sybrandtgrobler2795]

Very good for the range and to teach somebody to shoot for the first time. With that locked in your mind and body ,, its then help-full when you have to shoot to survive , monkey, rabbit, dog,,, any stance just to get the bean out of your cannon ,, without exposing yourself ,, unless your in a movie,,, Make sure you have a lot of ammo but dont waste. Good channel thanks

[@juliefelsenthal8461]

I am a recently retired female police officer of 23 years. When I would qualify I was a minimal shooter. You helped me more than any instructor I had in the academy, or on the range. I have to qualify next week, and I am going to be more relaxed since I watched your videos. Ty so much

[@olenfrazier8475]

Thank u for your service to your community and our country God bless.

[@user-bk1fu1dw9o]

Navy war 2 brat with Navy Mal. So are so perfect! People need to know this. Love ya!

[@nmr6988]

Thank you yet again, @Chris Sajnog. When I started shooting 8 years ago I was taught the isosceles stance including arm position, but I was never completely comfortable with how my feet were placed. Thank you for your clear and understandable explanation and demonstrations.

[@airborne197138]

Awesome the way you teach is very easy to understand. Thanks

[@crookedriverranchman]

Excellent video Chris. Great explanation of a very important topic. Stance. It matters.

[@MadMax31577]

This is gold.

[@DanielDaniel-ip4eh]

I like your videos truthfully. Am 66 yrs. with a ak wooden leg. Stance has alway been a challenge. Lately have been leaning against the wall on my good leg side which works. But if you know of a free stance that might work would love to hear it. Daniel

[@corvettecoupe3731]

Ordered you book “Navy Seal Shooting”, looking forward getting it...

[@MargieM10]

This is very helpful for me with severe scoliosis. I'm having to readjust everything.

[@jacobharrod6912]

WHOA WHOA WHOA! This information is way too valuable for KZbin. No I'm just kidding. Very great instruction sir. NEVER heard it explained so well and in such great detail. How can I get a Chris Sajnog polo? The way you described how not to overextend was awesome because I was actually wondering about that. Now I know that if I'm engaging my back muscles I'm doing it right. I can really feel the difference. I've got to work on my breathing, as I tend to hold my breath. Will you make or have you made a video about proper breathing? God bless you and your family. God bless America.

[@howardormsby8596]

Thank you Chris for your practical videos and sharing your insights! Perfect for me since its been 50 years since holding a carbine and pistol; hopefully eliminates old bad range and field habits :-)

[@edgardomontero759]

War Fighter, thanks for the info. I have applied your techniques and feel much more confident and comfortable when putting lead down range. I am more relaxed and the recall from both pistol and rifle is absorbed by the bone structure and rest of the body allowing me to keep the sights on the intended target making the acquisition of the target faster. Thanks and keep up the good job. GO NAVY!!!

[@DrAlexVasquezICHNFM]

Excellent articulation

[@safety3rd946]

This was a big help. Thank you

[@davidrobins4025]

Another good teaching video. Thanks for your time and effort.

[@kylethomas4871]

Thanks

[@dalecureton2152]

do you have any cross eye shooting videos?

[@chass6166]

Just found your instructional videos, as a newbie. My huge issue is my grip. Both eyes focus. These videos,are,super informative. Thxs

[@hardcore4476]

After the second video I watched of yours, it was an automatic sub! Can already tell what I’ve gained and learned in 20 minutes of your video’s.. Thank you and look forward to more!

[@victoranchondo924]

First video ever that explains in detail the mechanics of the body in a shooting stance. GOOD JOB, GREAT VIDEO!!! 👍

[@osnirpopulim1638]

Iam learning! Thank you!!!!

[@devgillbeli2284]

Very nice.. I love shooting

[@dwill2583]

Extremely helpful video we appreciate you!

[@marauderhot]

I watched all of your videos; I must say my accuracy has improved 100%. Now when in a Super Soaker Gun fight, I'm king of the pool.

[@Honestandtruth007]

WOW that's critical points...👍👍👍

[@reypabico5835]

thank you for sharing your knowledge, it is very useful to someone like me

[@dougbloom3672]

Excellent! Thank you

[@StratBurst92]

Reminds me of the fighting stance we were taught in Tae Kwon Do.

[@nop58653]

Thanks again for the helpful instruction and your service Chris you're the best

[@gigong8125]

Spot on sir, thank you for your insights.

[@mordauntbrabner3804]

Go Navy! BZ.

[@stephend.4748]

Thank you for this video

[@citizenx4750]

Thank you sir, well explained. Will follow your instructions. Again well done

[@pablozee6359]

Great stuff! Can’t wait to put it into practice.

[@jflorez4618]

Have a question, I shoot center mass with a 9mm but off to the left with a .380 why?

[@beowolf19751]

Excellent informative video!!

[@gracesoliven8463]

learning indeed....thank you sir

[@gchrisfairbanks5390]

Great advise for little ole me☆ I will be following.Thank you kind sir ☆

[@gymowner1232]

Chris, what do you carry most of the time? I am 71, and have been carrying licensed for 46 years. I have owned several businesses which allowed me to get a NYC carry permit in 1974 ish, I have carried every type of gun, form revolvers back in the day, to double stack 1911's in my 40's, and everything in between. I keep trying different guns, steel, plastic, light heavy, and keep defaulting to a Glock 19. I have a 365 that I pocket carry which I replaced my PM9 that served me well for 8 years as my "walking around gun " when at home around the house. Having had a home invasion in 1979 I actually know how fast this stuff happens, I Had 5 guys waiting in the stairwell of my Luxury high rise building in NYC, there were no alarms back then, and as son as I turned the knob, bang , 5 of them were in with pistols and shotguns. I won't go an further, now I have cameras in my House, alarms etc, but that was not the only time I needed a firearm, you see I worked hard, started with $65 dollars per week salary, washing hair, and within 6 years owned 5 salons with 300 employee and drove a Ferrari, people get jealous and it's always someone you know. Only reason I brought this up is to show, that you need to have a gun on you, or it's useless. Those 5000 dollar 1911'sare great to look at but no good other than range gun. So you need 2 guns, minimum, a pocket or backup gun hat stays on you always " sits n the sink when you shower, and something a bit larger for a possible "real problem", or multiple threat situation. People think it can never happen, or they live i a "safe"neighboorhood etc, "no such thing".Perps go to good neighborhoods to steal, not the shitholes where they live.So what gun does it all for you. The 19 never failed me, more reliable than a revolver and light enough to carry all day. I just sold my gen 4out 19, "mild work I did myself"4 lb trigger and ripped out the gen 4 trigger bar put a ghost "angel connector and changed some springs etc, The gun shot every time with any ammo.I decided to opt for the gen 5 MOS, for the optic, am waiting now for the call that it came in, with the Vortex Venom RMR and federal +P+ HP's that's my choice, although was thinking about the CZ P10 S? but I have a 26 so scrapped that. And your thoughts on 45 caliber sub compacts, I sold my Gen 4 Glock 30 S, "great gun "but I like more rounds if I can get them. The M&Pcompact, 3.6" is also a great sub compact style gun that is both cheap and holds 15-17 rounds of 9mm, I can't believe that gun is $350 and shoots as well as my 19did.

[@johnkramer745]

you sir, are the kinds to drill the basics in ensuring no room for error is left when it comes to accuracy/efficiency. i am a beginner and realized that there were atleast 5 things wrong ranging from my stance to the grip. will update on how these inputs affects my accuracy once i am back from the range.

[@aldencruz4515]

Thank you first time gun owner . Amazing video. Next stop ccw permit

[@clpnetwork522]

Very informative. Thanks for this video!

[@jbigha1]

EXCELLENT! Good to rewatch weekly👍

[@jg-kd5hy]

Navy here. Very nice present bro!

[@jessco8950]

I get so many mixed ideas on wether the elbows should bent or straight locked lol I find I do better when I lock it outward but come in just about a 1/2 inch

[@jtrekmadone]

Thanks Chris for this video and for the proper pistol grip video. You helped get some of my confidence back when I had to qualify for my yearly job quals,

[@drumset09]

Great video for people who are same side dominant. I shoot pistol right handed, but cant my head because I'm left eye dominant. With a rifle, I'll shoot left to keep both eyes open. Any advice on that?

[@pablotanja2405]

thank you sir

[@dennisthemenace5150]

Valuable information

[@vincef5832]

I got to work on the muscle relaxation grip. The only time I get tight groups at 25 yards off hand is with fully extended arms, locked elbows and a death grip. Everything he said not to do with your handgun. Lol. True, the gun does vibrate more with the tight grip. But it’s the only way I can shoot good. I certainly would like to do what he says to prevent muscle fatigue. Good video.

[@jamarrobinson2872]

Thanks for the info...

[@texas1040]

Great video. I know the video was about How to stand when shooting. The only thing I think would also be helpful with this is first starting off with the proper way to hold the gun.

[@christ9359]

He has another video that addresses that, and it's excellent.

[@brianholland1280]

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[@debrataylor1813]

He has a great video about that