The Easiest Way To Start Your Shooting Journey with Sheila Hoekstra

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:https://www.otistec.com/ (00:32) - Otis Technology booth, where they were recording.https://hillsdale.edu/ (03:36) - Hillsdale College, where Sheila taught a women's program.https://www.thewoma.org/ (12:57) - WOMA, the Women's Outdoor Media Association.https://sheneverquit.org/ (13:58) - She Never Quit event, mentioned in the podcast.Take awaysThe Value of Female-Specific TrainingLiving Bucket ListThe Humbling Power of Unique ExperiencesCommunity Over CompetitionThe Evolution of Firearms TrainingKey wordsSHOT Show 2025 Otis TechnologyAmateurs and Experts Babes of Bullets Sheila Hoekstra Women in shooting 3- Gun matchHillsdale CollegePrairie FireStaccato VegasLaw enforcementMilitaryCiviliansLimp noodleWOMAShe Never QuitBucket list