Master Coach John "Shrek" McPhee
About this video
McPhee discusses his mission to debunk shooting myths and false training methods that have been passed down through the firearms industry since World War II. He explains his coaching philosophy emphasizing true comprehension over rote instruction, demonstrates how video analysis reveals gun movement during shooting, and introduces his online coaching service Gunfighter University.
Key takeaways
- McPhee argues that much firearms training is based on ‘grapevine information’ and unverified myths rather than sound methodology
- McPhee teaches that gun movement during firing directly correlates to group size, and video analysis is essential for identifying and correcting this problem
- McPhee emphasizes that effective coaching requires ensuring students truly understand techniques, not just observe them demonstrated
Episode details: published November 24, 2016 · 15K views · 4:56 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. McPhee’s service stories are his own accounts, attributed to him — not independently verified. His tactical and firearms instruction is his doctrine, presented as his teaching — not legal or safety advice from Self Growth Videos.
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