ShotKam Tips: How to Improve Your Shooting

Emily teaches shooters how to watch and learn from their own ShotKam videos. Look for mistakes such as canting your gun, aiming, lifting your head, giving too much lead, and more. Get the camera: shotkam.com/pr...
Join Emily as she walks you through essential tips and techniques to improve your scores and hit every target with confidence. Whether you're a seasoned shooter or a beginner, analyzing your ShotKam footage frame-by-frame will revolutionize your shooting game. Get ready to discover the top shooting techniques, identify common aiming mistakes, and fine-tune your skills for exceptional results. Let's dive in and become a master of ShotKam videos together!
In this video, we're going to explore the two main shooting techniques: Sustained Lead and Swing Through. Mastering these techniques is crucial to hit those challenging targets consistently. Additionally, we will show you how to identify aiming (mistake) in your ShotKam videos and how to correct thatfor better accuracy.
Emily shares invaluable tips for watching ShotKam footage, including how to focus on your gun movement before the shot, study the reticle (crosshair or red dot in the videos), and keep the clay within the frame for precise follow-through.
In this comprehensive guide, we go beyond aiming and uncover other common errors you may not be aware of in your ShotKam videos. Learn to spot and fix issues like shooting over the bird, unsteady eyes, and crooked videos.
Each target presents unique challenges, and we've got you covered! Discover specific techniques for trap doubles, Sporting Clays Chandelles, and skeet shooting. Learn how to adapt your approach to hit your mark every time.
If you've ever wondered how to compare misses and breaks to gauge the right amount of lead, Emily has you covered. Uncover the secrets of assessing your shots to find that perfect balance between too much and too little lead.
Join Emily on this journey of self-improvement, where ShotKam videos become your most valuable training tool. Armed with these top tips and techniques, you'll elevate your shooting skills to new heights and achieve unparalleled accuracy in every shot. Don't miss out on becoming a master of your ShotKam videos; hit that subscribe button and let's get started!
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[@FreshwaterSouL]

I've never shot skeet etc... and looking into buying a shotgun and getting into this sport and these tips are so grateful 🙏, Thanks

[@brettmartin764]

Great video. We’re not always missing behind. Over and out front are common for me. ShotKam is very helpful for correcting and breaking more clays!

[@jamesnormand3742]

Emily is so easy to listen to and watch. A super pleasant person. Her pointers are dead on and motivated me to go out to buy the shot cam. I will try this week and hope to improve my game. Thanks Emily

[@Shotkam]

This is such a kind comment, thank you very much James. -- Emily

[@waledharedy1370]

I watched literally 25 deferent videos! This by far the best ever! I truly realized what wrong I was doing the whole time . Thanks again

[@charleshalfhide2936]

Great video and so well explained on the different problems and bad habits that you pick up. Thanks shotkam keep them coming 👍🏻

[@nocknload5287]

Very informative. I don't own a shotkam but study these videos frequently.

[@SeattleGiantsBB]

Excellent video. Great job explaining some of the common mistakes made. I just ordered my ShotKam Saturday and am looking forward to getting it set up and using it. Until then will continue to watch your instructional videos.

[@Shotkam]

Thank you for your kind feedback and recent purchase 😊 We really appreciate it!

[@davidstothard3739]

Excellent video; amplifies the value of owning one of these Shotkams considerably. Crystal clear narrative.

[@5798478]

I find using the Frames feature in Quicktime better than the VLC program recomended. VLC stops after about 12 frames and locks up My Mac running Monterey OS.

[@Shotkam]

Thank you so much for your feedback on VLC, we will be sure to look into this issue you are experiencing. Thank you again!

[@jamestaddeo4435]

I don't own a shotkam but I wish I did. Christmas is coming though. Regardless just watching the video's and listening to the instruction, then applying it in the field has already significantly increased my dove kill numbers while reducing the spent shells I carry out, AND I KNOW WHY, that's impressive to me. Thank you!

[@mchughcb]

Great video and thanks for sharing. Shotkam product is one of my best lifetime product purchases. Most of my misses now i can replay in my head like a shotkam replay and the major cause is too much lead. Im not a competition shooter but shotkam has improved my hunting accuracy enormously.

[@Shotkam]

Hi Charles, thank you so much for such a kind comment. I've subscribed to your KZbin Channel so I get notified of all your ShotKam hunting videos :). - Emily

[@colinjohnston5465]

I bought a Shotkam last year and have not used it yet. That said, this film was very useful and the Shotkam will be on the gun on Friday when my son and I go to shoot some clays.

[@Shotkam]

Hi Colin, thank you for your kind comment. We are so glad you are enjoying your ShotKam. Please let us know if you need anything further.

[@SuperBadger999]

most useful video on the internet, great tutorial... Emily and Bettina top ladies, know their stuff

[@oldbuzzard76]

My wife and I both have ShotKam's and found them to be a great help when trying to figure out when we get into a slump and why it happens . This is a great product !!! Wish it would have been around forty years ago .

[@Shotkam]

Thank you very much for your kind comment and feedback ☺ We truly appreciate it!

[@chiya2006]

Excellent explanation. I was just at the range yesterday doing some traps. I did miss some tho😂. I wondered why I missed as I thought I had perfectly lined up a lead. I should do better next time ❤

[@nocknload5287]

Got my Black Friday special. This is a great teaching tool.

[@Shotkam]

Thank you for your purchase and kind words, we really appreciate it!

[@andyhandy8895]

Shotkam is a wonderful gear to Improve shooting and Emily is a charming girl. Love watching her tutorials!

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[@nehemiahjudah2009]

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[@neilhogg8034]

Hi Emily, a very useful summary. You may remember I raised an issue with you about my muzzle flip some time ago, which you addressed here in point 3 'Keep Clay In Frame' at 3:55. You attributed the issue to one of two things, gun fit or lifted head. I tracked the root cause of my problem down to a third reason - where I was holding the forend. I had my supporting hand too close to the action, and so struggled to stop my gun pivoting around my hands on recoil. A friend commented that I had my hands very close together, so I moved my supporting hand out to the end of the forend. It felt strange for a short while but made the gun far more stable. Now the clays stay in shot the whole time - next step, actually breaking them ;-)

[@Shotkam]

Hi Neil, that's great input , I hadn't thought of that as a possibility before. Moving your left hand out on the forend probably forced your body to better balance the gun and reduce muzzle-flip. Perhaps the gun was back-end heavy before. Thanks again for watching and commenting Neil, I really appreciate it. - Emily

[@ryth-2401]

Emily looks happy all the time I wish I can be that happy

[@southsomersetferretersfiel5202]

Best thing I ever bought to improve my shooting , awesome camera

[@carllove3705]

I just ordered a Shotkam. I can't wait to get it because I hope it will improve my skeet game a little bit.

[@6079__Smith__W]

super helpful. thanks

[@2012Edger]

I have been watching many video's over the last 2-3 years since I started and I have learned so much. I found the shotkam site browsing and a guy was using it. He provided a link and this is the 1st video. I will def consider a shotkam next season - This was my best year - I found a gun that fits and have been using both eyes and pointing as much as possible - taking the variables out of my end so I can react better with bird flight and wind variables. I only shoot from 16y right now - summer league I my avg was over 20 and fall league it was almost 22 with a couple 24's. This is a great, fun, outdoor sport I wish I started sooner! Great video.

[@billmell9768]

What an awesome tool! I'll work on convincing my wife I need one.

[@paulsoloemonasco367]

Thank yoiu for showing us some of us need your shcooling

[@salahdin4855]

You are awesome! Very nicely explained. Thumbs up 👍

[@thebudgetshooteruk]

Shotkam on its way. Can’t wait to try it out and use these tips. 🤩

[@Shotkam]

Thank you so much for your recent purchase, we really appreciate it 😄

[@berardiracing92]

Probably the best description of how to aim a moving target I have seen yet. Thanks!

[@dongreenwood9825]

Great video. Did a round on Saturday. Recorded lots of shots. Very informative. You coverage many of my errors in this one video. Thx again

[@jerryshaver7072]

Thanks Emily and shooter! My ShotKam videos reveal that I have "wondering eyes" as the video shows my aim going to the trap house when I call for the bird. I noticed this before but hadn't realized the cause of this until seeing the narrative. This and other revelations are improving my trap game. Thanks!

[@jerryshaver7072]

@@joecostner1246 actually wonderful eyes that wander. 😎

[@michaelgallagher980]

Well thought out and presented. Thanks.

[@dansloan4242]

Hey Em, great videos and presentation! Although I can't yet afford one of these awesome cams, I have watched just about every one of your videos, lol, and it has helped me significantly!!! I realize from the videos that I wasn't leading my targets enough, imagine just how good I would be now if I had one of these cams lol! You guys definitely have earned my subscription, thanks again for all you do!

[@Shotkam]

Hi Dan, thanks so much for your kind comment and feedback, we really appreciate it!

[@dansloan4242]

@@Shotkam woohoo......just got mine! Can't wait to try it!

[@tangobravo8889]

I have the ShotKam and am still struggling with using it. Its not the product its more user error. Emily makes the best videos out there, and they are very helpful.

[@Shotkam]

Thank you for your comment. I'm sorry to hear your are having problems using your ShotKam, but we're happy to help. We have a Help Center with step-by-step instructions on using your ShotKam here: support.shotkam.com/hc/en-us/sections/360009692492--Six-Steps-to-Getting-Started If you require any further assistance, please email us your questions and our Customer Support Team would be happy to help: shotkam.com/pages/contact-us. Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you!

[@fareedmk]

For crooked videos make sure that the mount is correct i.e. the USB plug is directly below (right angle) to the barrel.

[@haldaume1]

Great video! Learned some things I hadn't thought about before. Worth re-watching. Thanks!

[@z526a]

Emily my shotkam is working great I have already earned three punches for the 2019 season and we are only three tournaments into it. Thanks for all the support and the videos.

[@Shotkam]

Hi Johnny, I am so glad to hear that. Congratulations on earning those three punches, I am excited to see what else is in store for you for the rest of the season :). I'm going to start competing myself later this year, so we'll see how it goes. - Emily

[@z526a]

@@Shotkam Emily, while I didn't get a chance to use my Kam before the big Memorial day weekend, I did take the 5 stand HOA in my class and another 4 punches, Thank you shotkam !!

[@salahdin4855]

You are making an excellent videos, Keep up the good work. Thumbs up 👍

[@Shotkam]

Thank you very much for your kind feedback 😃 We really appreciate it!

[@RetrieverTrainingAlone]

Excellent! Very useful tips. THANKS!

[@stevedyer5902]

Thanks again, Emily for this great shooting tips. 👍 I will be taking several young hunters out to shoot sporting clays this weekend, to prepare for duck season! My shotgun with the ShotKam will be shared as requested. Can’t wait to review both our hits and misses. 🙂

[@Shotkam]

Thanks Steve for watching and commenting, we appreciate it. Have a great time with the young hunters this weekend, I'm sure they'll make lasting memories 🦆. - Emily

[@johnshoffner6855]

Nice job Emily, the best shot gun tutorial I've seen so far. John S.

[@Shotkam]

Thanks so much John. Happy holidays! - Emily

[@gregv2821]

Really enlightening.

[@beauboydave]

Very informative. Great video👍 I personally would find it helpful if you could give distances of lead on specific targets. Obviously this will change with different targets in reality, But I think it would be a good reference.

[@pulumputru1234]

Very informative for a newbie trap shooter like me. Thank you

[@joshnnik]

Glad I dropped onto this video. Very enlightening.

[@ha7430]

All of your's and David's videos are superb.

[@Shotkam]

Thanks so much Hal, we're making many more in 2020 :). -- Emily

[@Mike41919]

Thank you for this, I'm trying to tag you guys in the videos I post.....love your guys camera

[@keithdolbeck9739]

Emily I really enjoy your “instructional videos” like this one by you and the Skeet station by station” (although station 8 and some other offered NO explanation). The videos showing someone simply shoooting clays without explanation is pretty much useless other than entertainment. There are plenty of those! Keep up the instruction! Ism on my second ShotKam!!

[@Shotkam]

Thank you for your feedback Keith, we really appreciate it.

[@OMGC610]

Emily. Keep up the great flow of information.

[@budzo100]

Excellent video of How to diagnosis your shooting. Thanks very much.

[@jimsutton8244]

Great video. I never thought some my “over the top” misses were from moving my head off the stock. I will be paying more attention to this now. Thanks for the different ideas how to review the videos. The ShotKam camera has been the best personal instruction tool for me to improve in sporting clays. Thanks for the video. Jim - Georgia USA

[@paraplegichistoricalsports5700]

Thank you so much for developing such a awesome camera and your videos!

[@Shotkam]

Thank you James! -- Emily

[@dale_ch]

Hi Emily, can you ask the guys if I'm left master eye and a right handed shooter, do I need to train myself to keep both eyes fully open at all times including the final trigger pull? - Currently I finally close my left eye at the point of final trigger pull? 😍 Just pre ordered a Shotkam from you to see if I can self analyze this issue, but some pro tips would be really useful 😅

[@Shotkam]

Hi Dale, thank you for your comment and purchase, we really appreciate it. Yes, you should keep both eyes open (if your vision is good in both) as you'll be able to better judge distances. It's always ideal to keep both eyes open, then customize the gun if needed so it shoots where you're looking. Once you have the ShotKam, you'll get clarity whether it's your move that needs improved, or a gun-fit issue. You'll likely see canting in your videos (slanting) because of your left-eye dominance and right-handed shooting, but that can be adjusted with gun-fit. Hope this helps! - Emily

[@dale_ch]

@@Shotkam Hi Emily, yes I do notice I 'cant' or 'slant' the gun when shooting, your reply and advice is very helpful to me, thank you, I have some solutions to correct that problem now planned. I look forward to receiving my Shotkam from your UK supply to help me through this re-learning curve of keeping both eyes open at all times - Thanks again for your reply, Dale 😎

[@aidank2]

Looking forward to getting my Shotkam very soon always Great videos by you guys😎

[@Shotkam]

Thanks so much for your purchase Aidan, we really appreciate it!

[@lindarobey570]

Thanks for the video. Just got my camera, hope to go out soon. You do an excellent job of explaining on the videos.

[@Shotkam]

Thank you Linda! - Emily

[@williamlaven]

Wonderful video, thanks. Love my Shotkam. It's very helpful in diagnosing misses.

[@robertfiztgerald7353]

best video on youtube .. of any type

[@PDSafaris]

great videos, which help not only to analyze and improve at the shooting range, but also for driven wild boar hunting...thanks!

[@tomtanner1030]

very informative. especially as how to interpret shotkam video mistakes and corrections one needs to apply

[@Shotkam]

Thanks so much Tom. -- Emily

[@richwilcox9564]

Great job explaining video feedback / shooting errors.

[@Shotkam]

Thanks so much for your kind comment and feedback Rich 😃 We really appreciate it!

[@mainuddinahmed5222]

Wonderful, never seen such-a detail video. Thanks keep it up.

[@churppychippy]

Well worth the price. I've improved so much. Love the videos. Quality piece of kit.

[@Shotkam]

This is such a nice comment, thank you. Please send us as email at [e-mail] so we can mail you a ShotKam hat :). - Emily

[@wickramadesilva3855]

Thanks Emily. Very valuable set of information

[@Shotkam]

Thank you Wickrama, appreciate it. -- Emily

[@thetruthserum2816]

@ShotKam - maybe add a "still frame mode" that takes a still burst right after the shot... I'd like to be able to review my point of release in the field. Then I can make adjustments on the fly, otherwise I have to come home, review, and sleep on it. I'd like to be able to use it for real time feedback on the miss, which is harder to see than the makes...

[@ogstopper]

HELPFUL? Emily, that video was *so* informative! Thank you!

[@Sanya_na_ohote]

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[@sarkarkhalsa2010]

very good information, i shoot most the rifles and i got problem with clays, i try always aim the clayes. but know i found lot more things, thanks

[@OMGC610]

Disney!! As good a group of lessons as any level 3 instructor!! Well done!!

[@jamesacenter7655]

Great tutorial.

[@petroskalogeridis620]

Very helpful video!

[@louisroussos2389]

Very educational video congratulations and thanks for the back up

[@nathanhileman3848]

Very informative video! Is there a camera mount for a side by sides?

[@Shotkam]

Thank you for your feedback 😃 Yes, we do have side-by-side mounts available to purchase. Please click the following links for more information: support.shotkam.com/hc/en-us/articles/360047223312-Shotgun-Mounting-Guide & shotkam.com/accessories. I hope this helps!

[@henryfam58]

Awesome explanations, thank you.

[@shotkamincyprustriaros6345]

never seize to amaze :)....especially for us amateurs, this video is simply a WINNER....great job Shotkam Co.....keep it up, regards from Cyprus, you know who :)

[@Shotkam]

Thank you Tony, ShotKam is a big fan of yours too. - Emily

[@lash486]

very helpful ... next date at the range i will be trying all what you said thank you... i am in sri lanka ,, and is very much interested to buy a shotkam.. please advice ... dose the shotkam sold on black Friday sales

[@MrDathi41]

Very informative, and very helpful, thanks Emily.

[@Shotkam]

Hi David, thanks so much watching and commenting. We really appreciate it. - Emily

[@tomcumby1118]

Noise getting around ur ear protection can cause jerking, stopping gun and a bunch of other things

[@DavidS-dj7sn]

Great video. VERY helpful

[@fuelmanjoe8639]

VERY NICE

[@1valg]

Brilliant video. Very informative!

[@davidgray5754]

Very helpful video, full of informative information.

[@dericktharp5796]

Great concept!... the videos are cool!... I’d love to own one, but I’m afraid $675 is to pricy for me!!

[@ToothyT]

Well done, great video Emily!

[@beeeeee77]

Very informative video...many thanks!!!

[@mjburke08]

Great video. I'll be buying a shotkam

[@seniorelzappo9919]

That was great thank you ...

[@tankbirdfinder6219]

Easy to hit them, even easier to miss them. Thanks, very informative. I believe in the end this will be helpful, for now it's just frustrating b/c I can't make my body do what my mind tells it to. =)

[@beachboardfan9544]

Go figure, a company where the COO is knowledgeable and good at their job! 👍

[@Shotkam]

Hi, thank you so much for such a kind message, we'll certainly pass it along to Emily :).

[@tyrahm1740]

I know the gun doesn’t make you hit targets but what do you recommend for a beginner/ intermediate shooter thats looking for a new gun?

[@Shotkam]

Hi Ty, most shooters start with a semi-auto that around a $1,000 budget. You can get good used ones, so I personally started with a Remington 1100 that was about $700 from a friend. Hope this helps! - Emily

[@tomlagatol4448]

Enjoyed the video Emily (as always).... Thanks

[@tomlagatol4448]

“Head off the gun”....a comment that IMHO just can’t be stated too often.

[@Shotkam]

Hi Tom, thanks (as always) for watching :). -Emily

[@claysportingreviews2459]

Still saving up but great video. Thank you👍🏻

[@sideris03]

Thank you for your video!I have a question!What happens when we have barrel with angled high rib?

[@Shotkam]

Thanks Thanasis for your comment. Regarding your question about an angled high-rib gun, I'm assuming the question is where to align the ShotKam's reticle to? The answer is it should still be adjusted to your point-of-aim (not point-of-impact). As you look down your high-rib run, align the ShotKam's red dot/crosshair to your exact point-of-aim. There is no difference in how the camera is setup between a high or low-rib gun. If I've misunderstood your question, please let me know :). -- Emily

[@erdemir5641]

I don't think you smiled enough

[@strixoutdoors]

Great vid. Thanks Emily.

[@jamalkleghari446]

Brilliant Lessons !

[@Shotkam]

Thank you very much Jamal. - Emily

[@nocknload5287]

Waiting on that Black Friday special

[@Shotkam]

Hi, thank you so much for your comment. Of course, our Black Friday Sale will be active November 29th through December 6th. Our big Black Friday Sale announcement will be released on November 15th. The discount is going to be our biggest ever and each purchase is going to include our special new camera accessory. Thank you very much, please let us know if you have any additional questions.

[@nocknload5287]

@@Shotkam Thank you. Kinda excited about getting my new toy.

[@nocknload5287]

@@Shotkam i can hardly wait Emily. Thx for the info. Happy Thanksgiving.

[@giggergigger1]

Great tips and advice

[@mumtazahmed8953]

Very informative and good video dear

[@PRKSWE]

Nice video! I've got one question though. Can you mount the ShotKam on a bolt action rifle chambered in 9.3x62?

[@Shotkam]

Hi, thank you for your comment. Yes, the ShotKam can be attached onto your 9.3 x 62mm rifle using our 20 Gauge mounting bracket. The ShotKam automatically comes with a 12 Gauge attachment, but we have all the sub-gauges available for $40 each. Your rifle would require the 20 Gauge mount, then the 28 Gauge bracket is typically used for 243 rifles, and the .410 bracket for 223 rifles. I hope this helps, but please let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks again for watching. - Emily

[@NazNazan-u9z]

Lovely ❤ teacher

[@andrewlambert4934]

I'm back shooting after a 11 year absence. Due to the covid issue.. refresher lessons are no longer available in the uk. I've been shooting twice now, but I can't understand why I'm missing perfect shots when the clay is in the same spot for at least 2 seconds, so rifling it... no... miss. I've tried a lead of 12 inch in front.. above.. underneath. No matter what I do I just can't hit it. But clays 40 mtr cross I hit 50% of time. HELP!!!!!!!