P&S ModCast 456 brings Dakota Adelphia, Tammy Bartels, Jamie Green, Edwina Parker, and host Matt Landfair together to discuss considerations for teaching women who are new to shooting. The panel focuses on learner-centered instruction, productive communication, and building an environment that supports safe, capable, and confident participation.
Originally released: July 11, 2026
Runtime: 1 hour, 53 minutes
Panel: Dakota Adelphia, Tammy Bartels, Jamie Green, Edwina Parker, and Matt Landfair
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Episode Overview
This discussion looks at the experience of women entering firearms training and at the responsibilities instructors have when working with new shooters. The panel considers how instructional choices, communication, assumptions, equipment, and the learning environment can affect a student’s progress and willingness to continue training.
Topics Discussed
- Teaching first-time and developing female shooters
- Instructor communication and learner-centered coaching
- Creating a constructive, respectful training environment
- Managing assumptions and individual differences among students
- Building confidence through safe, practical instruction
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Association Map
Dakota Adelphia, Tammy Bartels, Jamie Green, and Edwina Parker → women’s perspectives on firearms training and instructional experience
Matt Landfair → Primary & Secondary ModCast host
P&S ModCast 456 → new-shooter instruction, communication, training environment, and learner development