Whether it is training for home/property defense, It doesn't matter if you are that weekend warrior, prepper, hunter, or soccer mom. We have the technique to help you become an even better, confident shooter to help you and your loved ones survive any threat!
The following courses MUST HAVE successful completion of the Skull Drag Tactical Basic Course or be a Former/ Current SWAT Member, DOD with proven light weapons training. DOE, DOS (WPS) Certified, or Air Marshal Certified.
There is no such thing as advanced shooting; there is only the advanced application of the basics regarding tactical shooting and tactical firearms training. Solid fundamentals trained to muscle memory allow you to focus more on the mission. A solid base of fundamentals provides the ability for marksmanship on demand in combat shooting. Special Operations training for Special Missions Units focuses on the fundamentals. The marksmanship, tactical shooting, and firearms training offered by Skull Drag Tactical is fundamentally based and Combat Proven.
INTERMEDIATE APPLICATIONS
OVERVIEW
Two-Day - Carbine and Pistol Course
Ladies ONLY Carbine Course (4 - 6 hours)
Tactical Rifle Courses
AR/ Tactical Rifle Marksmanship Fundamentals
TWO-DAY CARBINE AND PISTOL COURSE
This course covers unconventional shooting positions, transitioning to sidearms, malfunction drills, and shooting from behind cover.
It will significantly increase the skill level of any marksman utilizing a semi-automatic carbine and pistol. The course will consist of approximately 1 hour of instruction on firearm safety, firearm operation, and the safe and correct way to handle and operate both weapon systems on and off the range.
The initial instruction will be followed by 12 hours of drills involving various shooting positions, distances, speed work, and movement-to-contact shooting drills.
These drills will primarily originate from a static position and end with doing them on the move.
They are designed to improve speed and accuracy from a stationary shooting platform.
Upon completing this course, the student will thoroughly understand firearm safety, firearm operation, and the ability to engage multiple targets with multiple shots standing still or moving.
Course Objective: The student will gain high confidence in safely handling and operating an AR-type rifle and handgun, which will show substantial improvement in accuracy and speed of target engagement while standing still or moving.
Enabling Objectives:
General firearms safety
Verify safe loading and unloading procedures and proper clearing of weapons.
Operation and manipulation of the AR/ Tactical type rifle and handgun
Sights, zeroing considerations, techniques, slings, and equipment
Placement, kit considerations, holster manipulation.
Reloading and malfunction drills
Fundamentals of Rifle and Pistol Marksmanship
Shooting positions stationary and moving Multiple target engagements
Prerequisite: Completing the Skull Drag Basic Course or PROOF of equivalent course completion.
Understanding of firearms safety and operation.
Individual equipment (Student Furnished):
Carbine with 3 magazines and sling
Optical sight for carbine (optional, but highly recommended) Will zero/ confirm sight zero.
Pistol with 3 magazines and holster
Belt, LBE, or protective vest
Magazine pouches (pistol and rifle)
Hat/Gloves
Weapon cleaning kit (with oil for a carbine)
Eye and ear protection
Water/food (1hr lunch break)
Sunscreen
Rain gear
Ammo requirements (Student Furnished): 300 rounds of rifle and 200
rounds of pistol ammunition per person.
Cost: $750
Ladies ONLY Carbine Course (4 - 6 hours)
For Ladies Only. This course is for the ladies who want to learn to properly use their Carbine and begin to acquire the proper firearms skills with it. Gain an understanding of essential self-defense skills with the Carbine in a safe and supportive environment. After this course, the shooter will walk away with newfound confidence and an identifiable loss of fear for this weapons system.
Learn proper zeroing and sighting for your choice of sights and optics. All manipulations will be thoroughly taught as they apply to your weapon system. You will fire from various conventional and unconventional shooting positions, and our instructors will show you how to get into and recover from sitting, kneeling, and prone variations. This course also includes an introduction to low-light and no-light shooting techniques.
Tactical Rifle Courses and AR Marksmanship Fundamentals
Learn the weapon from the ground up. The Introduction to the Tactical Rifle is designed for the beginning AR- platform shooter. The shooter will learn everything necessary to: Inspect, maintain and operate the AR platform weapon. This course is appropriate for all Ages and experience levels. Shooters will also conduct detailed weapon setup, zeroing, grouping, and leave with solid confidence in their rifle.
* Costs can vary depending on location and class requirements
TRAINING TOPICS
Characteristics and nomenclature
Rifle Safety and Clearing
Rifle Disassembly
Cleaning and Maintenance
Cycles of Operation
Rifle Assembly
Laser Bore Sight Procedures
Selecting Ideal Zero Distance
Rifle Zero and Grouping
Marksmanship Fundamentals
Load, Unload, and Reload
Rifle Malfunctions
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Tactical Rifle
Rifle Sling (VTAC recommended)
3 Magazines minimum (more is better)
Method to carry Magazines
Knee Pads
Shooting Mat (or carpet section)
Shooting Rest (or backpack)
Cleaning kit with Oil and Rod
Spare batteries for all equipment
Active (digital) hearing protection
Eye protection (Clear, Amber, and Tinted recommended)
White light flashlight or headlamp
Ability to hydrate
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
EoTech Optic (or comparable)
Tactical Shooting Gloves (Optional)
Hat
Camp Chair
Inclimate Weather Gear (training is a go rain, sleet, or shine)