SNIPER
nothing IS more satisfying THAN KNOWING YOU AND YOUR RIFLE ARE DIALED IN, YOU'VE ACCOUNTED FOR EVERYTHING... AND YOU LAND THAT SHOT!
Why Sniper
The questions should really be, why not? Precision rifle shooting is in a category of its own. We’ve always called it “the high end of shooting” as it demands perfection from both the equipment and the shooter!
In order to approach perfection, you must put the time in. If you have ever heard the term “attention to detail,” this is it in spades. Our team will challenge you to learn:
- What an ideal, high-quality rifle and scope setup looks like and how to operate them independently and in conjunction with one another.
- Which ammunition is ideal for your rifle and yields the best results.
- How to take into account all of the environmental factors that will affect the trajectory of your shot, and then use that data to make the appropriate fine adjustments within your scope so you can anticipate your shot impact.
- How to exhibit exceptional shooting fundamentals and repeat the same proper physical inputs into the rifle for every… single… shot.
That may sound challenging, and it is. But when you’ve put in the time to get your equipment set up right and dialed in, when the material suddenly isn’t complex anymore but instead makes total sense, and when you fire one shot and it hits, there is nothing better!
When you and your rifle are perfectly dialed in, when you’ve accounted for all of the environmental factors that will affect your bullet flight, when your shot hits at distance, there is nothing more satisfying!
Core Curriculum
Comprehensive classes that provide the framework to achieve advanced proficiency.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Calling all perfectionists and those who like to pull off incredible things! These classes are for anyone who likes to learn something new and unique, get into the weeds a bit and leave no detail behind. From the weekend warrior who just wants to try something new, to the avid shooter who will make precision rifle their next conquest, our classes will help achieve your goal.
Our sniper classes also serve as a great escape… one of the very unique aspects of precision rifle shooting is the deep level of focus and concentration you will achieve. We like to call this “Zen with bullets!” No need for your next yoga class, we’ve got it covered.
If you have not attended our Defensive Handgun I class, we ask that you do so before jumping into a sniper class. There are many reasons for this, including learning about firearms safety, training on a dynamic range, and shooting fundamentals. Having these prere quisite skills will all be very beneficial ahead of time when you enter our sniper classes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! We have firearms available to rent for all our classes. When you rent a rifle from us you will receive a full rental package which will include: the firearm, all necessary associated equipment (ear and eye protection, a sling, etc.) as well as ammunition for your training.
If you have never taken a formal sniper class with a qualified and verifiable school then you should start with Sniper I. Even if you have some previous sniper training, but it has been a while, there’s value in taking our Sniper I class to refresh your skills. It never hurst to practice the basics!
If you have previous formal sniper training it is possible to start in Sniper II, but please be prepared to show us proof of completion of those classes from qualified schools. We insist on this not to be hard on anyone, but to make sure every student is placed in an appropriate class based on their skill level for the sake of both safety and so they get the most out of the training.
If you are military or active law enforcement with prior precision rifle training then you may automatically start in Sniper II. However, there still may be value in beginning with Sniper I to brush up on fundamentals.
Contact us with any class placement questions.
A variety of calibers are appropriate for our classes, but the most common are .308 and 6.5 Creedmoor. We also have students use .300 Win Mag and .338 Lapua. So in terms of training, any of these calibers will work and be effective at long distance, However, if you are purchasing a new rifle we encourage you to do some research and choose a caliber that is well suited for your intended use with the rifle beyond our classes if you have any. There are many considerations that go into caliber choice, such as whether you will be hunting, competing or even just for shooting to certain distances.
In terms of rifle choice, both bolt action or semi-auto are both suitable. It is very much personal preference. Many purist long distance shooters tend to prefer bolt-action.
Barrel length can vary quite a bit, most often they fall in the 20-26″ range with 24″ often being the sweet spot for a bolt action rifle in .308 and 6.5 Creedmoor.
Optics choice is an important decision, and like caliber choice, is very dependent on what you plan on doing with the rifle. Whether you are taking classes like ours, hunting, or competing in shooting matches, these will inform what power your scope’s magnification should be. For a 1,000 yard rifle, the most common magnification range tends to be about 5-25x.
Another decision you will need to make is MOA or MIL turrets and reticle. We highly recommend matching the reticle to the turrets, meaning if you have. MIL turrets then go with a MIL reticle. In general, both MOA and MIL are both totally fine and the principles you will learn will apply to both. Some who are just starting out tend to find using MIL to be a bit easier, but there are still lots of people who use and prefer MOA, especially hunters.
Lastly, make sure to have your optic professionally installed, that is critical. Bring any scope manuals and tools with you to class in case you need to make any adjustments on the fly.
We can shoot out to a maximum distance of 1,200 yards at our range.
We don’t sell ammunition to those who are bringing their own firearm to class, they will need to supply their own. If you need help figuring out where to purchase ammunition, check out our Industry Partners!
We only provide ammunition to students who are renting firearms from us for the sole purpose of training.
