5 tips for first time shooters w/ Lena Miculek! 

the way she simplified her gazilion hours of training to a 5 simple conclusions/ instructions. I think she might be the best teacher outhere

What an amazing instructor and person Lena is. She makes her students have confidence in themselves.

That was absolutely the best gun grip and stance lesson I have seen, including all the ones done by your dad. Everyone always leaves componets out. You covered them all! Great job!

I am sharing this with my daughter. She is learning to shoot now.

Him saying "thank you for helping me get over that fear" ugh all the feels! So important to have a good teacher in life! This short video has helped me tremendously.

I've watched numerous beginner shooting videos on youtube, and this is one of the easiest to understand.

I think she is amazing! What a great teacher! She explains everything so well and breaks the steps of shooting into easily understandable steps that a beginner or anyone can understand!

Simple, short, and very effective video for a new shooter. Covers all the essentials in a clear, well demonstrated quick start guide. Sharing this with my wife as she is brand new to the sport. She can learn more in this 5 min clip than I could teach her in an hour.

Thanks Lena I’ve learned more from you in two minutes with left hand position, stance & arm position in this video than I have from any instructor in the last several years

Oh my gosh!! What a lucky guy to get a personal lesson from Lena Miculek!! I can't wait for my Rose to come in!!

I always learn some nuances for better marksmanship from Lena and she makes it fun too. Shoutout to the Miculek family; you all teach as good as you shoot!

Every video I’ve watched of Lena is simply the best. Such a gift! Thank you Lena & Jerry for everything, I look forward to actually plinking w/ you one day.

I have been watching a lot of videos aimed at first time shooters. Hands down best one I have seen so far. She is an excellent instructor.

So great that you took time out to work with him Lena! You are a rockstar!!! 🙏👍❤️

There is always something of value to learn from Lena (and her dad!) Lena also demonstrates what a patient -sober-kind soul she has which is a fundamental requirement for being such an excellent shooting instructor. Thank you Sportsman’s Warehouse for sponsoring this excellent video.

been teaching for about 30 years... Start w/ stance. "Stand like you're going to punch a bag". Then posture: slightly forward. Arms, etc. Grip, etc. Sight picture, etc. THEN... teach the gun is going to do 4 things that the shooter can't stop: A very loud noise, muzzle flash, muzzle jump, and recoil (all at once). The shooter has to let them all occur, they can only correct once the shot is fired. That takes time. Also, shooting fatigue is a real thing for most people and 50 rounds is about it. I start off with a .22 rimfire auto, let them watch me shoot first, then their turn. Then up to a .38 revolver, then a 9mm auto, etc. No rush. No set # of rounds. Just be very aware of all things involved including possible intimidation.

This was the most informative video I watched in 6min related to shooting technique THANK YOU

Lord all mighty, Miss Miculak I just can't believe how easy your instruction is to fallow, how much each tip helps!!!! My niece was so hard to instruct, had her just watch your video, and she calls and says now she can grip her pistol just fine and it don't hurt!! You and your Dad are such great instructors!! God bless you and yours have a HAPPY NEW YEAR AND A BELATED MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

This is the best instruction I have ever seen on shooting. First video I have seen of Lena (obviously know her dad), but she is fantastic!

That was great instructing! I've been shooting for quite a few years and watching this video is proof of how it never hurts to get a refresher. We pick up bad habits along the way sometimes, and for me, this exposed some. So thanks!

In love with Lena!!!! Im an avid shooter and this is by far that was the best training video for someone new to the shooting world!! Thank you guys and awesome Lena!!!!!

Reminds me of my daughter, who ran 100K for the US team. Full of beans and VERY focused on her skills and consistency. Just love watching Lena do her thing.

I was watching these videos to see “professionals” trying to teach people improper pistol grip and stance but it’s a breath of fresh air to know some people still know what their doing. 😎 well done Lena 👍

2nd comment because i can't shutup: What a great bedside manner! I imagine that among those new to weapons there are a good percentage who are a little- or a lot- nervous about it (which is totally relatable) so, teaching them not only in an assertive and capable way, but also disarming and even FUN way, must really make a difference to them for their first experience. Good show again, Lena 👌🏾

I learned more in a few minutes than I have in hours of other training videos lol. She is amazing!

This video ROCKS! For anyone new to anything, simple is the key and she breaks it down to as simple as it can be. She broke it down to parade rest. Awesome video!

Compact and extremely instructive. Great video Lena.

This is probably the best I've ever heard the basics explained to a simpleton like me. My dad could shoot, but Oklahoma learnin' is more of a feel. I'm right handed, but left eye dominant. Also my eyesight isn't the greatest. Love this video

Thank you for this video. I believe this video may be the best instructional in re handgun shooting basics that I have ever seen.

Excellent Teacher!!! Good job Lena!!!

Awesome Sauce!!!! This is perfect for any new shooter! As for the shirt thing...I have to say that there's no competition! Lena wears it better!

Lena seems like a great teacher. and I have already seen her shoot, and watched her reload a shotgun with her dad. She's fast, sheesh!

Both Lena and this video are gifts to the community; thank you!

I love this, I like having a reasonable, logical approach tho the things I do and be able to explain processes with more than just “because I said so” Definitely gonna keep most of these explanations, I just sent this video to my wife, we’re getting her spun up on shooting. Great work!

Lena is an AMAZING instructor and all around AWESOME person!! 😃👍

I am always amazed at the patience and determination this young lady has at wanting her pupil to perform at their best !!

Thank u,you teach a lot better,then the guy that tried to teach me ,he had me so scared to pull the trigger that I didn't shoot at all!!You make it a lot less scary!

LENA...WOW.. You just taught me something. I thank you so much... What eye is looking at the target. How to stand... And the teaching moment. How to position your thumbs. thank you. I'm going to watch this over and over. Send it to all of the people I know.. Thank you Lena. This is really amazing instruction on how to handle and shot a 9mm... Thank you 🎖️🏆

Certainly making her father proud. Excellent video.

I just stumbled onto this video, I am in the process of getting my license etc. in RSA, and now I'm now eager to get back on the range to test and tweak my stance, grip and positioning. really useful 6min video!

I really like the way you explain and demonstrate things!

I shoot instinctively, but her method is simply finding what makes you "comfrotably" shoot and shoot accurately. It varies from person to person. GOOD VIDEO. She has curves 😍

This lady is one extraordinary instructor! I will be going to the range for the first time this week and will be watching this video a number of times before I go.

My boyfriend is taking me shooting for the first time. He's going to have his dad help and he's a retired state patrol. I really don't want to look incompetent. Thank you for this

She did a great job, focus on the basics and the results will show up in practice.. Awesome..

A wonderful instructor. The most succinct training I have seen in person or on video. Well done and thank you.

Wow, i do several time as an amateur shooting instructor at my club, i watch some video to learn basic how to shoot, but this video give me much more info than others. Thanks lena u're one of the best

Lena is awesome! Great video! Always something to learn!

A pretty shooting instructor with a great attitude and who daily carries a pocket knife, I think I'm in love lol

Very well done and best of all how she explained it to him. Very nice job. And here I am thinking I know everything.

Wow - one of the best beginners instruction-videos i´ve ever seen... i think you´ve nailed it !

That was fantastic! I’m gonna teach it like that next time I bring a friend to the range for the first time. Thank you very much Lena😊

Shooting with Lena is even better than an early call from your FFL.

As a beginner this was VERY helpful. Thank you!

Thank you Lena !

Love this she's a great instructor!

Love my X5 Legion great job on the instructing Lena

As a new gun owner (and shooter). Very good video. Keep it up, Lena.

Good teaching. Keeping it simple without making them feel stupid

I have to agree that this is the best grip and stance video I have ever seen.

excellent, thanks!

You are great Lena. Im a beginner with no help and you help me a lot....you cant imagine how much you help me. Thanks a lot Lena

As a suggestion especially with someone shooting a larger caliber handgun is to load the firearm with only one round. That way there is no chance of an accidental second shot being fired while trying to control recoil, which has resulted in critical injuries in the past.

I also really liked that dry fire practice before ever firing a shot. note @ 6:56 that he didn't flinch the slightest bit. so much easier to start good habits than the break bad. brilliant technique.

Great job great info great instructor thanks for sharing!

I know how to shoot, but am a terrible instructor. I need her to come to the range and work with my wife. I can already tell. They would get along famously, and it would be a huge boost in her confidence.

best basic hand gun shooting video, short and to the point .

Lena THANK YOU. I'm training up my Family and will use this as a starting point before our first range day! 😀

Everyone deserves an instructor as good as Lena! ☺️

That elbows tip is fantastic, haven't seen that discussed anywhere before.

Best training video I’ve ever seen!

Amazing tips packed into 6 minutes. thanks Lena.

Going shooting for the first time in my life tomorrow with a buddy and this video has already given me confidence! Will definitely use these tips and hopefully hit my mark as well as your student did here.

Excellent concise well explained. Great start.

This was unexpectedly insightful. Thank you to the instructor for such easy to understand ques

What a great instructor, this video made me subscribe to this channel. Well done young lady!

Great video! Thank you

Great video! Thanks for the tips! Widh I had you during my first shooting experience. I was just guessing everything based off feeling. All makes sense now

A new legend born of a true legend.

You absolutely rock as an instructor! :)

What a great teacher. Really love it. 😅

I just learned alot of this...thanks

Brilliant. One of the best tutorials I have seen.

Wow! I my hubby taught me how to shoot but these techniques was ever mentioned. Probably cuz he is an expert retired military..😉 I have a huge problem with recoil and shaking .. my hand also gets really sweaty from nerves..waiting on my 9mm to recoil.. I love my .22 revolver .. I’m definitely going to use these techniques and retrain myself next time I go shooting . Awesome video. That guy was sooo me .

Omgggggg now im excited to go learn! Such a great teacher, best video I've seen so far on this lesson!!!

great video. great instruction. and so glad that got had this opportunity after a bad experience @ his first time shooting.

Been shooting for 45 years and THIS is the best training I have ever seen.

Lena you are awesome, I love the way you teach!

Obviously, Lena didn't fall far from the tree ! Hum....? Seems I've said that before ! But she is very good at what she does ! And unlike some, she doesn't stammer around trying to gather her thoughts ! Very concise and professional ! All while not being overbearing ! The Student seem quite comfortable taking direction ! Very well done ! We all can learn a lot from this one ! Thank You Lena ! I'm sure your folks are really proud of you ! 👍😉

I literally just sent this to a friend who is trying to set up a beginner pistol class with her friend who's gun shy but open to self-defense with a firearm.

This is exactly the information I needed to know before I go to the first range meeting with my new gun. Thank you!

Great video, I've never really learned the basics of shooting.

Great delivery and at a good speed. I always forget to rotate my elbows good remember for me. I will definitely send new shooters to this vid first and foremost.

This lady is the best firearms instructor I’ve ever seen. Most excellent!

Lena is the best. Truly.

I need a Lena. Awesome video

this was so many good tips, I'm not completely novice with having shot about 3000 rounds but gonna try a few of these for sure

Ms Lena is not only an excellent shooter she is a Top Flight instructor as well. That was fun

Dang, Lena is enjoyable to watch. Thank you.

Lena is an awesome teacher. Now I want to go to the gun range and practice.