CRI 163: Fundamentals of Marksmanship and Combat Shooting

Student Activity Sheets Module #19

Name: __________________________________________________ Class number: _______

Section: ____________ Schedule: ___________________________ Date: ______________

Lesson title: Shooting position Materials:

Lesson Objectives: Activity Sheets
At the end of this module, you should be able to References:
1. Enumerate the different kinds of shooting position https://www.hunter-
2. Distinguished and Identify the kinds of shooting position ed.com/national/studyGuide/Firing-
3. Positions-Prone/201099_92888/

A. LESSON PREVIEW/REVIEW

Introduction (2mins)
Good day class! How are you? How’s your feeling today? It is a good day to start another topic, right? But
first before we proceed to our topic for today, let’s have some recap on our previous discussion. Is there
anybody who remembers the topic that we discussed in the last meeting? And for today’s topic, we will
enumerate the different shooting position, identify and identify its kind. So, let’s get started?

B. MAIN LESSON

Content Notes and Skill Building Activity

Shooting Position
There are four primary rifle shooting positions most hunters and shooters use. From least stable to
most stable these positions are: standing, kneeling, sitting, and prone. All of these positions may be used
both with and without additional external support, such as shooting sticks or a hasty sling, to help make an
even more solid rest. The closer to the ground you get, the more stable your shot will be.

Standing
With neither arm supported, this is the
most difficult position for firing an accurate
shot. Rather than trying to hold the barrel
steady, which is impossible, try to keep
movement of the barrel to as small an area as
possible. Smooth, natural motion will produce
the best shot.

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Sitting
The most stable of all the seated positions is to sit cross-
legged with your elbows planted on your knees. For an unsupported
sitting shot, you still want to concentrate on building bone-to-bone
contact. Sitting at a 45-degree angle from your target, place your non-
dominant elbow on the same side knee, wrapping your arm around
the sling to hold the rifle. Sock the stock into your shoulder and aim,
relaxing as much of your body as you can.
Prone
The prone position is the steadiest of the four
positions. Because it’s the easiest to hold, it’s the best
position for mastering the fundamentals of firing aiming,
breath control, trigger squeeze, and follow through.

Kneeling
With only one arm braced, the kneeling position is less steady
than the prone and sitting positions. To achieve the proper shooting
form for an unsupported kneeling position, plant your right knee and
tuck your right foot under your hip. To aim accurately, your left knee
should be as high up as possible for straight posture and regulated
breathing. Place your left elbow on that knee and build your position
from the bone-on-bone connection of your elbow and knee. A
supported kneeling position uses a tool like a bipod or a tripod. Make
sure that the stance of your tripod is perfect. It will make a lot of
difference for your precision.

Activity 3: Skill-building Activities

Part I. Enumerate the different shooting position and give the distinction of each shooting position. Write down
your answer below.
Standing -With neither arm supported, this is the most difficult position for firing an accurate shot. Rather than
trying to hold the barrel steady, which is impossible, try to keep movement of the barrel to as small an area as
possible. Smooth, natural motion will produce the best shot.
Sitting -The most stable of all the seated positions is to sit cross-legged with your elbows planted on your
knees. For an unsupported sitting shot, you still want to concentrate on building bone-to-bone contact.
Sitting
Prone-The prone position is the steadiest of the four positions. Because it’s the easiest to hold, it’s t
he best position for mastering the fundamentals of firing aiming, breath control, trigger squeeze, and fo
llow through.
Kneeling- With only one arm braced, the kneeling position is less steady than the prone and sitting
positions. To achieve the proper shooting form for an unsupported kneeling position, plant your right
knee and tuck your right foot under your hip. To aim accurately, your left knee should be as high up as
possible for straight posture and regulated breathing. Place your left elbow on that knee and build your

position from the bone-on-bone connection of your elbow and knee. A supported kneeling position
uses a tool like a bipod or a tripod. Make sure that the stance of your tripod is perfect. It will make a
lot of difference for your precision.
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Part II. Click and watch the link below then after watching the video create your reflection paper. Write your
answer below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-lzvjGPgKE

The video was all about shooting positions in the field:

long-range rifle shooting with the person who was
demonstrating the positions, Ryan Cleckner.
The video talks about alternate shooting positions
to ensure as much stability as possible
when you are shooting in the field.
He teaches some tricks to get as stable as possible
in those positions.He demonstrates the proper
kneeling position and
standing position when you are on the field.
This video will help, especially when you need to execute the
positions properly and have stability.

Activity 5: Check for Understanding (5mins)

Part I. Based on your concept notes. Explain why prone shooting position is steadiest among those four-
shooting position and explain also why the standing position is most less steady. Write your answer below.

Prone shooting position is steadiest among Because its the easiest to hold, its the best
position for mastering the fundamentals of firing aiming, breath control, trigger squeeze
, and follow through. And standing position nis most less steady because this is the
it is the most difficult position for firing an accurate shot. Rather than trying to hold the
barrel steady, which is impossible because arm is the only support and to make it
steady it will be difficult.

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Name: __________________________________________________ Class number: _______

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Part II. True or False: Write the word True if the statement is correct and write False if the statement is
incorrect. Write your answer before each number on the space provided.
False
__________1. There are six basic shooting position
__________2.
True The kneeling position is less steady than the prone and sitting positions
False
__________3. The most stable of all the shooting positions is to sit cross-legged with your elbows planted on
your knees.
True
__________4. The closer to the ground you get, the more stable your shot will be.
True
__________5. The prone position it’s the best position for mastering the fundamentals of firing aiming, breath
control, trigger squeeze, and follow through.

C. LESSON WRAP-UP

Summary

The four shooting positions, in order from least stable to most, are standing (also called offhand),
kneeling, sitting, and prone. The closer to the ground you get, the more stable your shot will be. There are two
categories for each of these positions – supported or unsupported

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the safest and most accurate shooting position? The safest and most accurate shooting
position is the prone position, where you lie on your belly with the pistol or rifle placed in front of you. First off,
the ground is used as a full support to keep the gun steady.

2. What is the best position for learning the fundamentals of shooting? Prone. The prone position
is the steadiest of the four positions. Because it's the easiest to hold, it's the best position for mastering the
fundamentals of firing—aiming, breath control, trigger squeeze, and follow through.

Activity 6: Thinking about Learning (5mins)

You're done with the session! Let’s track your progress.

Instruction: Check the emoticon that best represents your dominant feeling of the day.

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Student Activity Sheets Module #19

Name: __________________________________________________ Class number: _______

Section: ____________ Schedule: ___________________________ Date: ______________

KEY TO CORRECTIONS
Part I.
Standing
With neither arm supported, this is the most difficult position for firing an accurate shot. Rather than
trying to hold the barrel steady, which is impossible, try to keep movement of the barrel to as small an area as
possible. Smooth, natural motion will produce the best shot.
Sitting
The most stable of all the seated positions is to sit cross-legged with your elbows planted on your
knees. For an unsupported sitting shot, you still want to concentrate on building bone-to-bone contact.
Sitting
Prone
The prone position is the steadiest of the four positions. Because it’s the easiest to hold, it’s the best
position for mastering the fundamentals of firing aiming, breath control, trigger squeeze, and follow through.
Kneeling
With only one arm braced, the kneeling position is less steady than the prone and sitting positions. To
achieve the proper shooting form for an unsupported kneeling position, plant your right knee and tuck your
right foot under your hip. To aim accurately, your left knee should be as high up as possible for straight posture
and regulated breathing. Place your left elbow on that knee and build your position from the bone-on-bone
connection of your elbow and knee. A supported kneeling position uses a tool like a bipod or a tripod. Make
sure that the stance of your tripod is perfect. It will make a lot of difference for your precision.

Activity 5
Part I. Refer to the concept notes
Part II.
1.False
2.True
3.False
4.True
5.True

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