The Close Quarters Combat (CQC) On the Move drill developed by renowned firearms instructor Ken Hackathorn is a comprehensive training program designed to simulate real-world self-defense scenarios. This drill is an essential component of any serious shooter's training regimen, as it focuses on developing the skills necessary to draw and engage targets in dynamic situations while under stress.
Key Takeaways
The CQC On the Move drill serves several purposes:
- Improved Situational Awareness: The drill requires shooters to be aware of their surroundings and able to quickly assess threats.
- Enhanced Speed and Efficiency: Shooters must practice drawing and engaging targets rapidly, simulating the time-sensitive nature of real-world self-defense situations.
- Developed Muscle Memory: By repeating the drill with different scenarios and distances, shooters develop muscle memory for drawing, aiming, and firing their firearms.
Scoring
The CQC On the Move drill is scored using an IDPA (International Defensive Pistol Association) silhouette target. Shooters are awarded points based on the number of shots that hit the target within the designated scoring zones: 5 points for hits in the center of the target, 4 points for hits in the inner ring, and 2 points for hits in the outer ring.
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View on AmazonOn the Move Instructions
| Drill # | Distance | Time | Instructions | Repeat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 yards | 2 sec | Fire 2 rounds in 2 seconds from a close combat/weapon retention position. | 3X (total of 6 rounds) |
| 2 | 3-10 yards | - | Draw and engage the target with at least 3 rounds while moving backwards to the 10-yard line. | 2X (total of 6 rounds) |
| 3 | 5 yards | 4 sec | Draw and engage the target with 2 rounds in 4 seconds, using only your strong hand. | 3X (total of 6 rounds) |
| 4 | 7 yards | 4 sec | Draw and engage the target with 2 rounds in 4 seconds. | 4X (total of 8 rounds) |
| 5 | 7 yards | - | Move laterally to your strong side and weak side, drawing and engaging the target with three rounds each time. | 2X (total of 6 rounds) |
| 6 | 7 or 10 yards | 15 sec/18 sec | Face three targets and engage each one with two rounds, then perform a mandatory reload and re-engage each target with two rounds. | Total of 12 rounds fired |
| 7 | 15 yards | 3 sec | Draw and engage the target with 1 round in 3 seconds. | 6X (total of 12 rounds) |
By mastering the CQC On the Move drill, shooters can develop the skills necessary to protect themselves in real-world self-defense situations.
