Inside the Mind of a Young Champion: Jace Walters on Training, Dry Fire & Rising Through the Ranks
In the fast-paced world of competitive shooting, young talent is always exciting to watch—but rarely as composed, driven, and dialed-in as Jace Walters.
Jace isn’t just another kid who grew up at the range—he’s a rising name in the competitive shooting circuit, bringing maturity and precision well beyond his years. From early days handling .22s to winning top spots at national-level events like GSF Talladega, his journey is a blend of old-school fundamentals and modern training techniques. And one tool that plays a huge role in his weekly prep? Dry fire training with Laser Ammo.
In a recent conversation with C&H Precision (watch the full video below), Jace gives viewers a look inside the routines, gear, and mindset that fuel his performance. If you want to skip straight to his training talk, jump to minute 3:30—but here’s what stands out.
Training to Win: Consistency Over Flash
When asked about his training schedule, Jace keeps it real. “I train one to three times a week, depending on the schedule,” he says. But it’s not just about heading to the range and burning ammo—much of his skill is sharpened at home.
That’s where Laser Ammo comes in.
Using a Smokeless Range® simulator, Jace sets up USPSA stages, steel challenge layouts, and even his own custom drills using the Competitive Shooter Pro add-on to the Smokeless Range®. This dry fire setup allows him to simulate match conditions, build muscle memory, and fine-tune his draw, transitions, and sight picture—all without firing a live round.
“If I can’t go to the range during the week,” he explains, “I use my Laser Ammo training aid with the Smokeless Range®. It helps me keep moving and push myself forward.”
This kind of structure reflects the discipline needed to compete at a national level. It’s not just about practicing when it’s convenient—it’s about showing up and doing the work even when range time isn’t possible.
Why Dry Fire Is a Game Changer
Competitive shooters know that success is measured in hundredths of a second. That’s why dry fire is essential—especially for shooters like Jace, who are constantly working on improving transitions, stage plans, and precision under pressure.
By training with Laser Ammo, Jace can:
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Practice transitions between targets without spending as much time and money at the range.
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Recreate real-world match stages and drills in a safe indoor space.
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Build consistent muscle memory for faster, more accurate shooting.
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Stay competition-ready during travel weeks or weather delays.
For those new to competitive shooting, his routine offers a blueprint for building skill without burning through ammo.
Watch the Full Interview with C&H Precision
Ready to hear Jace’s full story, in his own words? Watch the video below, and skip to 3:30 for his take on training, dry fire, and what it takes to level up in the sport.
If you need some suggestions on what you can do to up your competition game or just improve your shooting skills, check out our website and see all that we have to offer, from laser cartridges for your firearms, dry fire reset mags to use with your pistol and not have to rack the slide each time, recoil enabled pistols, reactive electronic targets and of course the shooting simulator.