Rifle 1: Basic

Rifle 1: Defensive Rifle Fundamentals

Course Overview

Rifle 1 is a Level 1 defensive rifle course designed to build the essential skills needed to safely and effectively run a modern defensive rifle. This class focuses on foundational handling, marksmanship, and manipulation with practical dryfire instruction followed by in-depth live-fire drills.
No prior rifle experience is required, but safe firearm handling and a desire to train are mandatory.

This course runs for 12 hours total:
4 hours classroom/dryfire + 8 hours live fire

Course Breakdown

Classroom & Dryfire (4 Hours):

Safety protocols and handling overview
Zero theory and optic setup
Sling setup and rifle indexing
Low/high ready positions and transitions
Reload mechanics (emergency and tactical)
Dryfire presentation and sight tracking
Fundamentals of grip and stance discussed (recoil control addressed in live fire)

Live Fire Range Work (8 Hours):

Confirming zero and sight picture under live conditions
Marksmanship at distance and under time
Positional shooting: standing, kneeling, and prone
Emergency and tactical reloads under pressure
Movement fundamentals
Multi-stage drills combining positioning, movement, and marksmanship
Final evaluation: cumulative live-fire application

Standards & Requirements

This course focuses on developing consistent, safe, and effective rifle handling.
You will be expected to show control, discipline, and the ability to follow instruction.
Graduates are prepared for intermediate-level rifle coursework or combined rifle/pistol integration.

Gear Checklist

Defensive-style rifle (AR-15 preferred, others accepted with approval)
Minimum 500 rounds of factory ammunition
Minimum 5 rifle magazines
Sling (2-point strongly recommended)
Magazine pouch(es)
Eye & ear protection
Brimmed hat
Belt-supportive pants and closed-toe shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing that won’t trap brass (no hoodies or open collars)
Sunblock is required
Hydration system (required) and snacks for sustained output
Optional: gloves, knee pads, cleaning kit, multitool

Policy

There are no refunds for this course.
Students may reschedule with 48 hours’ notice, up to two times within 6 months.
After that, a new course registration is required.

Final Note

Rifle 1 is where capability begins. Build your base. Earn your next step.

Why This Approach?

By integrating structured dryfire and classroom instruction, students enter the live-fire training with a solid foundation, making range time more efficient and reducing wasted reps and unnecessary ammo expenditure.