Live Fire | Outdoor Range | 3–4 Hours / Half-Day

The Intermediate Tactical Pistol and Rifle course advances students’ live-fire skills through dynamic, timed drills. Instruction focuses on shooting under controlled stress, transitioning between targets and firearms, and applying movement and cover techniques in a safe outdoor range environment. Emphasis is placed on accuracy, speed, and disciplined firearm handling while engaging multiple targets at varying distances.

Skills Developed

• Rapid target acquisition and engagement under time constraints

• Transitions between rifle and pistol platforms

• Shooting on the move while maintaining proper stance and safety

• Use of cover and positioning to manage engagement scenarios

• Reinforced trigger control, sight management, and follow-through

Required Equipment

• Rifle and/or pistol, legally owned and properly sighted

• Magazines for each firearm (minimum of two for pistols)

• 150–200 rounds of reliable ammunition per firearm

• Rifle sling securely attached to the rifle

• Handgun holster and sturdy belt (for pistol; shoulder/cross-draw holsters prohibited)

• Eye and ear protection (electronic preferred)

• Notepad and pen for notes

• Shoes or boots (no open-toe) and appropriate outdoor attire

• Water and weather-appropriate gear

Who Should Take This Course

This course is ideal for students who have mastered foundational rifle and/or pistol marksmanship and are ready to apply their skills in dynamic, applied scenarios. It is especially well suited for:

• Novice to intermediate firearm owners seeking advanced applied shooting skills

• Students wanting to improve speed, transitions, and accuracy under timed conditions

• Recreational shooters interested in dynamic target engagement, movement drills, and low-light shooting

• Individuals developing safe, repeatable shooting habits in realistic live-fire drills

• Students aiming to build confidence using cover and engaging multiple targets

Prerequisites

Students should have completed Basic Rifle Marksmanship, Basic Pistol Marksmanship, or Combined Rifle and Pistol Course, or possess equivalent experience. All participants must demonstrate safe handling and operational competence with their firearm prior to participation.

Courses are taught in Utah and are scheduled by arrangement. Please contact us for availability and scheduling.