Caylen and Phil invite some special guests to the show from Ridgeline Defense, Rudy Gonsior and Alex Hartmann. Rudy is a former US Marine, and a former US Army Green Beret who served on multiple tours overseas as an assaulter and a sniper, and Alex Hartmann is the president of Ridgeline Defense, a former US Marine, and a fellow Hunter of Gunmen who has also completed several deployments as a sniper. During this episode your hosts and guests discuss training philosophy and most importantly, what you should be looking for in a shooting instructor, how their curriculum is structured, and how important it is to vet that instructor. There’s lots of bits on mindset and training in this one, enjoy! <a href='https://moderndaysniper.mykajabi.com/webinar'>Live Webinar: Alchemy of a Rifleman</a> <a href='http://mdsschoolhouse.com'>MDS Training</a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/moderndaysniper'>MDS Instagram</a> Contact Rudy and Alex: <a href='https://www.ridgelineshooting.com/'>https://www.ridgelineshooting.com/</a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/ridgeline_defense/'>https://www.instagram.com/ridgeline_defense/</a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/rudesgonz/'>https://www.instagram.com/rudesgonz/</a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/hartmann_0317/'>https://www.instagram.com/hartmann_0317/</a>

MDS Episode #0017: What it takes to be a sniper

The Modern Day Sniper Podcast is your ultimate source for insights and discussions on the sniper lifestyle, from active duty to life beyond the uniform. Hosted by Caylen Wojcik, join us as we explore the art and science of precision shooting, the mental and physical discipline required, and the ongoing journey of self-improvement and mastery.Caylen began his professional journey as a rifleman in the US Marine Corps, where he served as a Scout/Sniper and instructor. He trained Marines, soldiers, and Navy operatives in marksmanship and urban combat tactics. After sustaining severe injuries in 2004, Caylen passed his experience to new snipers before leaving active duty. Since then, he has taught precision rifle skills to hundreds of military, law enforcement, and civilians.