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September 5, 2025 23 mins

Have you ever wondered why women might learn to shoot differently than men? The "Amateurs and Experts" podcast hosts, Jessica Adanich and Erica Chin chat with firearms instructor Sheila Hoekstra about her career and the unique world of women in shooting. She explains that because men and women are built differently, having a female instructor can make a big difference. Sheila talks about her time with "Babes of Bullets" and how grateful she is for the strong, supportive, and kind community of ladies she's met.


The hosts and Sheila also talk about the new "Staccato Vegas" range, which is more than just a place to practice. It's an adventure spot with activities like "Rolling Thunder," where you shoot from a moving vehicle. This fun and humbling experience shows that anyone can be a great shooter if they have the right attitude. Sheila and the hosts end by saying that their passion for shooting has given them a "living bucket list" of amazing experiences and friendships.

A special thank you to Otis Technology for providing an amazing space to make podcast magic at SHOT Show 2025. Links:


  • Take aways

    • The Value of Female-Specific Training
    • Living Bucket List
    • The Humbling Power of Unique Experiences
    • Community Over Competition
    • The Evolution of Firearms Training


    Key words

    • SHOT Show 2025
    • Otis Technology
    • Amateurs and Experts
    • Babes of Bullets
    • Sheila Hoekstra
    • Women in shooting
    • 3- Gun match
    • Hillsdale College
    • Prairie Fire
    • Staccato Vegas
    • Law enforcement
    • Military
    • Civilians
    • Limp noodle
    • WOMA
    • She Never Quit
    • Bucket list
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