Defensive Rifle Employment (Level One)

Completion of this four hour live fire course will address the safe and effective use of a tactical rifle in structured and non-structured scenarios both in and outside the home.  The following topics will be addressed during this course: 

  • Safety considerations
  • Equipment considerations (selection, placement, access)
  • Assembly/disassembly of the AR15 rifle
  • “Zeroing” the sights (iron sights and red dot sights)
  • Tactical Weapons Handling (proper stance and grip, sight alignment/sight picture, trigger manipulation, recoil management, use of a sling)
  • Engaging targets from the “sling ready” position
  • Loading/reloading your weapon (tactical/selective reloads)
  • How to clear malfunctions (immediate action/remedial action drills)
  • Considerations when engaging in Close Quarters Battle (CQB) engagements
  • Timed and un-timed shooting drills 

Administrative Details

  • Cost:  $150.00 per person (payable by cash or check at the start of class).
  • Firearms and all necessary equipment provided as required at no charge.  
  • Ammunition required: 250-300 rounds; can be provided on site however, if you bring your own ammunition it must be factory loaded.
  • To register, call (540) 226-7873 or email Stafford.Tactical@gmail.com