Simply put, Lasergrips are an extremely useful and under-utilized tool for handgun training.  They offer unique advantages for trainers and students that can help achieve superior training results much faster and more effectively. Probably the most significant training assistance Lasergrips provide is diagnosing and correcting two critical skills: trigger control and sight picture.  If you come away with one thing, it’s that Lasergrips will positively become your go-to tactic for diagnosing and correcting trigger control and sight picture techniques.  There’s simply no better tool available.

Trigger Control.  The obvious advantage of using Lasergrips to teach trigger control is that they put a visible dot on the target that clearly shows students and trainers the impact of every improper movement during the shooting process. It shows students, in real time, what their errors are and allows them to self-correct.  Dry firing and live firing while holding the laser dot on the target are very effective techniques to show how trigger pull can effect aiming. 

Sight Alignment.  After trigger control, sight alignment is probably the next most important skill needed for good shooting results.  Lasergrips help students learn sight picture because they clearly show where the muzzle is pointing, which may not be where the student thinks he or she is aiming.  An easy exercise is to have a student present the gun, raise to eye-level and begin to establish sight picture.  The instructor places a finger in front of the laser to block the beam.  When the student is sure they have proper sight picture, the instructor removes the finger.  If the laser is anywhere but on the target, then the student’s sight picture is not correct.