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Carbine / Rifle Courses
Introduction to Rifle / Carbine
AR15 / M4 Platform Principles
Advanced Defensive Carbine
AK Operators Only Advanced Defensive Carbine
Carbine Immersion
Long Range Rifle Immersion Level One
Long Range Rifle Immersion Level Two
Long Range Rifle Immersion Level Three
Long Range Rifle Skills Development
AR15 / M4 Platform Principles
Advanced Defensive Carbine
AK Operators Only Advanced Defensive Carbine
Carbine Immersion
Long Range Rifle Immersion Level One
Long Range Rifle Immersion Level Two
Long Range Rifle Immersion Level Three
Long Range Rifle Skills Development
Introduction to Rifle / Carbine
Course Brief: This class covers the basics of using your chosen rifle, whether it be bolt-action, lever-action or semi-automatic. Perfect for those thinking of buying a rifle or have rifle but limited rifle shooting experience. The class will give students the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to build a solid foundation for owning and shooting the rifle of their choice.
Course Brief: This class covers the basics of using your chosen rifle, whether it be bolt-action, lever-action or semi-automatic. Perfect for those thinking of buying a rifle or have rifle but limited rifle shooting experience. The class will give students the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to build a solid foundation for owning and shooting the rifle of their choice.
Course Level: Introductory
Cost: $150
Length: 4 Hours
Skills that will be worked on and Topics Discussed in this Class:
- Firearm Safety
- Types of Rifle Systems
- Firearm Nomenclature
- Sighting Options
- Firearm / System Specific Anomalies
- Zeroing in the Rifle
- Loading and Unloading
- Maintenance
- Ammunition Selection
- Correct Stance
- Sighting
- Trigger Manipulation
- Recoil Management
- Slings and Other Accessory Selection
Ammunition Required: 100 rounds for semi-automatic or lever-action, 40 rounds for bolt-action
Equipment Required: Rifle rental is available, if needed, for $25. Must request rental at time of booking.
Prerequisites: Students must be 18 years or older
Maximum Student to Instructor Ratio: 6:1
Maximum Number of Students: 6
2020 Course Dates / Locations:
Tuesdays 8/25, 10/6, 12/1 each from 5-9pm at Gun World of South Florida, Deerfield Beach
Preregistration is required.
Booking and Cancellation Policy: Full payment will be due to the instructor at the start of class, cash or credit. A credit card is required to guarantee your reservation. This card will not be charged unless you no show or cancel with less than 24 hours notice. The late cancel fee for this class is $75.
Cost: $150
Length: 4 Hours
Skills that will be worked on and Topics Discussed in this Class:
- Firearm Safety
- Types of Rifle Systems
- Firearm Nomenclature
- Sighting Options
- Firearm / System Specific Anomalies
- Zeroing in the Rifle
- Loading and Unloading
- Maintenance
- Ammunition Selection
- Correct Stance
- Sighting
- Trigger Manipulation
- Recoil Management
- Slings and Other Accessory Selection
Ammunition Required: 100 rounds for semi-automatic or lever-action, 40 rounds for bolt-action
Equipment Required: Rifle rental is available, if needed, for $25. Must request rental at time of booking.
Prerequisites: Students must be 18 years or older
Maximum Student to Instructor Ratio: 6:1
Maximum Number of Students: 6
2020 Course Dates / Locations:
Tuesdays 8/25, 10/6, 12/1 each from 5-9pm at Gun World of South Florida, Deerfield Beach
Preregistration is required.
Booking and Cancellation Policy: Full payment will be due to the instructor at the start of class, cash or credit. A credit card is required to guarantee your reservation. This card will not be charged unless you no show or cancel with less than 24 hours notice. The late cancel fee for this class is $75.
AR15 / M4 Platform Principles
Course Brief: This course is geared towards anyone looking to learn how to use the AR15 platform safely, effectively and reliably. It offers owners of AR-15 / M-4 /M-16 style rifles the necessary skill set for safe and proper application of this AR platform. Students will become familiarized with the AR-15 / M-4 rifle and will learn the basic gun-handling skills that are necessary to safely operate and maintain this weapon system. Perfect for the new or soon-to-be AR-15 owner.
Course Level: Introductory
Cost: $150
Length: 4 Hours
Skills that will be worked on and Topics Discuss in this Class:
- Nomenclature
- Mechanical Operation
- Disassembly & Reassembly
- Function Checking
- Fundamentals of Rifle Shooting
- Zeroing Sights
- Understanding Projectile Trajectory
- Shooting Positions
- Preventive Maintenance and Cleaning
Ammunition Required: 100 rounds
Equipment Required: AR-15 or M-4 type rifle with iron sights or optic, and gun cleaning kit.
Rifle rental is available, if needed, for $25. Must request rental at time of booking.
Prerequisites: Students must be 18 years or older
Maximum Student to Instructor Ratio: 6:1
Maximum Number of Students: 5-10 depending on location
2020 Course Dates / Locations:
Gun World of South Florida, Deerfield Beach - Tuesdays 7/28, 9/22, 11/24 each from 5-9pm
Palm Beach Shooting Center, Lake Worth - Mondays 6/8 from 2:30-6:30pm, and 8/10, 10/12, 12/14 each from 5-9pm
Okeechobee Shooting Sports, Okeechobee - 6/20, 8/1, 10/3, 12/13 each from 2-6pm
American Police Hall of Fame, Titusville - 7/26, 9/12, 11/22 each from 2-6pm for
Booking and Cancellation Policy: Preregistration is required. Full payment will be due to the instructor at the start of class, cash or credit. A credit card is required to guarantee your reservation. This card will not be charged unless you no show or cancel with less than 24 hours notice. The late cancel fee for this class is $75.
Ammunition Required: 100 rounds
Equipment Required: AR-15 or M-4 type rifle with iron sights or optic, and gun cleaning kit.
Rifle rental is available, if needed, for $25. Must request rental at time of booking.
Prerequisites: Students must be 18 years or older
Maximum Student to Instructor Ratio: 6:1
Maximum Number of Students: 5-10 depending on location
2020 Course Dates / Locations:
Gun World of South Florida, Deerfield Beach - Tuesdays 7/28, 9/22, 11/24 each from 5-9pm
Palm Beach Shooting Center, Lake Worth - Mondays 6/8 from 2:30-6:30pm, and 8/10, 10/12, 12/14 each from 5-9pm
Okeechobee Shooting Sports, Okeechobee - 6/20, 8/1, 10/3, 12/13 each from 2-6pm
American Police Hall of Fame, Titusville - 7/26, 9/12, 11/22 each from 2-6pm for
Booking and Cancellation Policy: Preregistration is required. Full payment will be due to the instructor at the start of class, cash or credit. A credit card is required to guarantee your reservation. This card will not be charged unless you no show or cancel with less than 24 hours notice. The late cancel fee for this class is $75.
Advanced Defensive Carbine
Course Brief:This class is for anyone who has a fighting rifle / carbine such as the AK, AR, platforms etc and wants to learn how to use them effectively in a realistic environment. This is an all-day on-range course for the serious shooter wanting to get the most from this weapon system. Some of the items covered in the course are Standing, Kneeling and Prone Positions, Shooting On The Move, Shooting From Cover, and Reloading Techniques including Speed Loads and Tactical Reloads.
Course Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Cost: $250 Includes Range Fees, Targets, Lunch, Drinks, and Merchandise
Length: 7 Hours
Skills that will be worked on and Topics Discussed in this Class:
- Nomenclature and Functions
- Slings Set Up - Stance & Grip
- Low Muzzle / High Muzzle
- Presentation / Mounting
- Explanation of Loading / Unloading, and Malfunctions
- Basic Maintenance
- Long Range / Traditional Rifle Stance (Relaxed)
- Fast Stance / Fighting Stance (Military)
- Recoil Reduction Techniques
- Basic Ballistic Issues POA & POI
- Trigger Control
- Recovery & Breathing
- 25 Yards & Under
- 25 Yards & Over
- Check ZERO at 25 yards
- Understanding Accuracy / Precision Fire
- Understanding Controlled Pairs
- Understanding Hammers
- Understanding Rapid Fire
- Firing From Prone
- Firing From Knee
- Firing From Sitting
- Firing from Squat
- Moving & Shooting
Skills and requirements needed coming into this class:
- Must be comfortable with chosen firearm while shooting in a traditional static range environment.
- Must be familiar with basic manipulation and use of chosen firearm
- Must have concealed weapons permit or have completed criminal background check
Prerequisite Courses which will Help You Obtain the Above Skills but are Not Mandatory:
- Introduction to Rifle / Carbine
- AR15 / M4 Platform Principles
- Private Coaching
Equipment List:
- Your Chosen Magazine Fed (Semi Auto) Rifle with a Stock that has been zeroed. Pistol and Rimfire Calibers and SBRs are acceptable.
- 500 Rounds Rifle Ammunition (This may be purchased at the range.)
- Tactical Sling, 1 or 2 point or 2-1 convertible
- Minimum of 5 Rifle Magazines (The more the better!)
- Magazine Pouches to allow carry of 2 Spare Rifle Magazines
- Full-wrap Eye and Ear Protection (May be rented from the range.)
- Knee Pads
- Weapon Cleaning and Lubrication Equipment
- Pen and Paper
Maximum Student to Instructor Ratio: 5:1
Maximum Number of Students: 15
- Nomenclature and Functions
- Slings Set Up - Stance & Grip
- Low Muzzle / High Muzzle
- Presentation / Mounting
- Explanation of Loading / Unloading, and Malfunctions
- Basic Maintenance
- Long Range / Traditional Rifle Stance (Relaxed)
- Fast Stance / Fighting Stance (Military)
- Recoil Reduction Techniques
- Basic Ballistic Issues POA & POI
- Trigger Control
- Recovery & Breathing
- 25 Yards & Under
- 25 Yards & Over
- Check ZERO at 25 yards
- Understanding Accuracy / Precision Fire
- Understanding Controlled Pairs
- Understanding Hammers
- Understanding Rapid Fire
- Firing From Prone
- Firing From Knee
- Firing From Sitting
- Firing from Squat
- Moving & Shooting
Skills and requirements needed coming into this class:
- Must be comfortable with chosen firearm while shooting in a traditional static range environment.
- Must be familiar with basic manipulation and use of chosen firearm
- Must have concealed weapons permit or have completed criminal background check
Prerequisite Courses which will Help You Obtain the Above Skills but are Not Mandatory:
- Introduction to Rifle / Carbine
- AR15 / M4 Platform Principles
- Private Coaching
Equipment List:
- Your Chosen Magazine Fed (Semi Auto) Rifle with a Stock that has been zeroed. Pistol and Rimfire Calibers and SBRs are acceptable.
- 500 Rounds Rifle Ammunition (This may be purchased at the range.)
- Tactical Sling, 1 or 2 point or 2-1 convertible
- Minimum of 5 Rifle Magazines (The more the better!)
- Magazine Pouches to allow carry of 2 Spare Rifle Magazines
- Full-wrap Eye and Ear Protection (May be rented from the range.)
- Knee Pads
- Weapon Cleaning and Lubrication Equipment
- Pen and Paper
Maximum Student to Instructor Ratio: 5:1
Maximum Number of Students: 15
2020 Course Dates / Locations:
Okeechobee Shooting Sports, Okeechobee
Okeechobee Shooting Sports, Okeechobee
Saturday, June 13 *FULL-Wait List Available*
Sunday, August 9
Saturday, September 26
Saturday, November 28
Sunday, August 9
Saturday, September 26
Saturday, November 28
Booking and Cancellation Policy: Full payment will be due to the instructor at the start of class, cash or credit. A credit card is required to guarantee your reservation. This card will not be charged unless you no show or cancel with less than 3 days notice. The late cancel fee for this class is $125. Cancellations received after 5pm the day prior to the class will be treated as no shows. The no show fee is $250.
No refunds will be issued and the full course fees will apply to students arriving unprepared for the class. If you have any questions about the required equipment or how to prepare for this course, call or email us in advance to discuss.
AK Operators Only Advanced Defensive Carbine
Course Brief: This course is designed to introduce the shooter - old, new and moderately experienced - to the AK-47, AK-74 and Galil type firearms. This is a full one day AK Operator Course that immerses the student into reality based training and covers AK specific protocols. Topics covered will include Equipment Selection and Options, Rifle and Sling Set-Up, Safety, Grip, Stance, Loading / Unloading, Correct Zeroing, Mechanical Offset, Recoil Control, Speed vs. Accuracy, Movement and Malfunction Drills.
Course Level: Intermediate to Advanced
2019 Cost: $250 Includes Range Fees, Targets, Lunch, Drinks, and Merchandise
Length: 7 Hours
Course Brief: This course is designed to introduce the shooter - old, new and moderately experienced - to the AK-47, AK-74 and Galil type firearms. This is a full one day AK Operator Course that immerses the student into reality based training and covers AK specific protocols. Topics covered will include Equipment Selection and Options, Rifle and Sling Set-Up, Safety, Grip, Stance, Loading / Unloading, Correct Zeroing, Mechanical Offset, Recoil Control, Speed vs. Accuracy, Movement and Malfunction Drills.
Course Level: Intermediate to Advanced
2019 Cost: $250 Includes Range Fees, Targets, Lunch, Drinks, and Merchandise
Length: 7 Hours
Skills that will be worked on and Topics Discussed in this Class:
- Nomenclature and Functions
- Common Issues
- Slings Set Up - Stance & Grip
- Low Muzzle / High Muzzle
- Explanation of Loading / Unloading, and Malfunctions
- Basic Maintenance
- Correct Stance / Fighting Stance (Military)
- Recoil Reduction Techniques
- AK Ballistic Issues POA & POI
- Trigger Control
- Recovery & Breathing
- 0 - 30 Yards
- 30 Yards & Over
- How to Zero the AK
- Understanding Accuracy / Precision Fire
- Understanding Controlled Pairs
- Understanding Hammers
- Understanding Rapid Fire
- Firing From Prone
- Firing From Kneeling
- Improvised Shooting Positions
- Moving & Shooting
Skills and requirements needed coming into this class:
- Must be comfortable with chosen firearm while shooting in a traditional static range environment.
- Must be familiar with basic manipulation and use of chosen firearm
- Must have concealed weapons permit or have completed criminal background check
Prerequisite Courses which will Help You Obtain the Above Skills but are Not Mandatory:
- Introduction to Rifle / Carbine
- Private Coaching
Equipment List:
- Your AK-variant Rifle. Pistol Calibers and SBRs are acceptable.
- 500 Rounds Rifle Ammunition (This may be purchased at the range.)
- Tactical Sling, 1 or 2 point or 2-1 convertible
- Minimum of 4 Rifle Magazines (The more the better!)
- Magazine Pouches to allow carry of 2 Spare Rifle Magazines
- Full-wrap Eye and Ear Protection (May be rented from the range.)
- Knee Pads
- Weapon Cleaning and Lubrication Equipment
- Pen and Paper
Maximum Student to Instructor Ratio: 5:1
Maximum Number of Students: 15
- Nomenclature and Functions
- Common Issues
- Slings Set Up - Stance & Grip
- Low Muzzle / High Muzzle
- Explanation of Loading / Unloading, and Malfunctions
- Basic Maintenance
- Correct Stance / Fighting Stance (Military)
- Recoil Reduction Techniques
- AK Ballistic Issues POA & POI
- Trigger Control
- Recovery & Breathing
- 0 - 30 Yards
- 30 Yards & Over
- How to Zero the AK
- Understanding Accuracy / Precision Fire
- Understanding Controlled Pairs
- Understanding Hammers
- Understanding Rapid Fire
- Firing From Prone
- Firing From Kneeling
- Improvised Shooting Positions
- Moving & Shooting
Skills and requirements needed coming into this class:
- Must be comfortable with chosen firearm while shooting in a traditional static range environment.
- Must be familiar with basic manipulation and use of chosen firearm
- Must have concealed weapons permit or have completed criminal background check
Prerequisite Courses which will Help You Obtain the Above Skills but are Not Mandatory:
- Introduction to Rifle / Carbine
- Private Coaching
Equipment List:
- Your AK-variant Rifle. Pistol Calibers and SBRs are acceptable.
- 500 Rounds Rifle Ammunition (This may be purchased at the range.)
- Tactical Sling, 1 or 2 point or 2-1 convertible
- Minimum of 4 Rifle Magazines (The more the better!)
- Magazine Pouches to allow carry of 2 Spare Rifle Magazines
- Full-wrap Eye and Ear Protection (May be rented from the range.)
- Knee Pads
- Weapon Cleaning and Lubrication Equipment
- Pen and Paper
Maximum Student to Instructor Ratio: 5:1
Maximum Number of Students: 15
2020 Course Dates / Locations:
Due to the Facility Needs, this class is only offered at Okeechobee Shooting Sports
Due to the Facility Needs, this class is only offered at Okeechobee Shooting Sports
Sunday, July 12
Booking and Cancellation Policy: Full payment will be due to the instructor at the start of class, cash or credit. A credit card is required to guarantee your reservation. This card will not be charged unless you no show or cancel with less than 3 days notice. The late cancel fee for this class is $125. Cancellations received after 5pm the day prior to the class will be treated as no shows. The no show fee is $250.
No refunds will be issued and the full course fees will apply to students arriving unprepared for the class. If you have any questions about the required equipment or how to prepare for this course, call or email us in advance to discuss.
Defensive Carbine Immersion
Course Brief: This 2-Day Immersion picks up where our one day Advanced Defensive Carbine Course ends with new skills practiced using repetition of drills while learning to shoot under stress. Focus will be on Drills and Techniques most commonly accepted for Fighting with a Rifle, as well as some less common techniques that we believe invaluable in an urban fighting environment. Students will develop skills that increase their speed, accuracy and confidence with a carbine. Course includes working around vehicles, shooting from improvised positions, transitioning to and from pistol, extreme close contact shooting, introduction to team tactics and more. This class is offered 2-3 times per year. Space is limited to 15 students. This is NOT a basic course and all students must be up to speed before attending, please see the prerequisites below.
Course Level: Advanced
Cost: $475 Includes Range Fees, Targets, Lunch, Drinks, and Merchandise
Length: 2 days
Skills that will be Worked On and Topics Discussed in this Class:
- Defensive mindset
- Gun fighting v gun ‘range shooting’
- Getting off the X
- Stress fire
- Shooting and moving in all directions
- Shooting from improvised positions
- Shooting from moving platform
- Understanding controlled cover fire
- Wall of bullets
- Speed v accuracy drills
- Rifle point shooting techniques
- Pistol point shooting techniques
- Shooting while under physical and physiological stress
- Multiple threat priorities and engagement
- Human anatomical targeting preferences
- Combative weapon transition techniques
- Solving malfunctions (stoppage drills)
- Shooting moving targets
- Working around vehicles
- Correct shooting techniques from cover / concealment
- Understanding OODA loop in defensive scenarios
- Multiple target / threat techniques
- Working as a team
- Bad guy / guys with hostage technique
Skills and requirements needed coming into this class:
- Must be comfortable with chosen firearm while shooting in a traditional static range environment.
- Must be familiar with basic manipulation and use of chosen firearm
- Must have concealed weapons permit or have completed criminal background check
Required Prerequisite Courses are:
- Advanced Defensive Handgun Level One
AND
- Advanced Defensive Carbine
OR
- Proof of similar course completion from Louis Awerbuck, Clint Smith, Pat Rogers, Gunsite, or Tactical Response. FFT reserves the right to refuse training or service.
Equipment List:
- Your Chosen Magazine Fed (Semi Auto) Rifle with a Stock that has been zeroed. Pistol and Rimfire Calibers and SBRs are acceptable.
- 1000 Rounds Rifle Ammunition (This may be purchased at the range.)
- Tactical Sling, 1 or 2 point or 2-1 convertible
- Minimum of 5 Rifle Magazines (The more the better!)
- Your Chosen Handgun
- 400 Rounds Handgun Ammunition (This may be purchased at the range.)
- A Standard Strong Side Holster for your Chosen Handgun (*Holster Guidelines)
- Minimum of 3 Handgun Magazines (The more the better!)
- Sturdy Gun Belt and Pants with Belt Loops
- Magazine Pouches to allow carry of 2 Spare Rifle and Handgun Magazines
- Full-wrap Eye and Ear Protection (May be rented from the range.)
- Knee and Elbow Pads
- Weapon Cleaning and Lubrication Equipment
- Pen and Paper
Maximum Student to Instructor Ratio: 5:1
Maximum Number of Students: 15
2020 Course Dates / Locations:
Due to the Facility Needs, this class is only offered at Okeechobee Shooting Sports.
Sat/Sun October 10-11 *FULL - Wait List Available*
Booking and Cancellation Policy: Full payment will be due to the instructor at the start of class, cash or credit. A credit card is required to guarantee your reservation. This card will not be charged unless you no show or cancel with less than 7 days notice. The late cancel fee for this class is $250.
Cancellations received after 5pm the day prior to the class will be treated as no shows. The no show fee is $475.
Cancellations received after 5pm the day prior to the class will be treated as no shows. The no show fee is $475.
Long Range Rifle Immersion Level One
Course Brief: This course will be invaluable to anyone who wants to experience the satisfaction of long range precision marksmanship. It is specifically designed around the needs of shooters (both new and old) that are interested in learning the fundamental skills for shooting accurately out to 500 yards whether for hunting or sport. Course intent is to cover the techniques required to achieve first round hits out to 500 yards. This is a marksmanship skills course and does not include advanced sniper techniques. Course consists of classroom and on-range practical training.
Course Level: Intermediate
Cost: $700 Includes Instruction, Training, Range Fees, Targets, Merchandise, Lunch and Drinks Both Days, Overnight Lodging, Dinner and Breakfast.
Pricing Based on Single Occupancy Lodging. Discounts available for students wishing to share a room.
Length: Two days
Skills that will be Worked On and Topics Discussed in this Class:
- Safety
- Rifle Set-up
- Optic Set-up and Correct Placement
- Sighting In
- Bi-pod, Sling and Ammunition Selection
- Ballistic Comparisons
- Correct Bench and Prone Shooting Positions
- Understanding Eye Relief
- Breathing
- Grip
- Trigger Control
- Follow Through
- Cleaning Your Rifle
Skills and Requirements Needed Coming Into this Class: All students must be safe and familiar with their chosen firearm.
Equipment List:
- 200 Rounds of match grade ammo - No Steel Core, Penetrating or Tracer Ammo
- Precision Rifle capable of Minute of Angle Accuracy (Precision rifles are a necessity for a course of this kind.)
- Quality Adjustable Scope (A scope that will allow for precision shooting at 500+ yards, Mil Dot, Target Turrets, BDC or Meridian Reticules are recommended.)
- Bipod
- Sling
- Rear Bag
- Cleaning Kit
- Pen, Pencil and Highlighter
- Rifle Data Book or Notebook
- Shooting Mat
- Spotting Scope (recommended)
- Range Finder (recommended)
- Scope Adjustment Tools
- Calculator
Maximum Student to Instructor Ratio: 4:1
Maximum Number of Students: 8
2020 Course Dates / Locations:
Due to the Facility Needs, this class is only offered at Okeechobee Shooting Sports.
Mon/Tue June 22-23 *FULL*
Mon/Tue August 17-18
Mon/Tue September 14-15 *FULL-Wait List Available*
Mon/Tue November 30-December 1
Booking and Cancellation Policy: A $250 Deposit is required at the time of booking and will be charged to the card entered at registration. The balance of the course fees will be due to the instructor the day of the class, cash or credit. The deposit is refundable until 7 days prior to the course. Cancellations within 7 days of the class will forfeit the deposit. Cancellations received after 5pm the day prior to the class will be treated as no shows. The no show fee is $700.
Lodging will be provided at the Hampton Inn Okeechobee, unless otherwise advised, with all meals on-site.
Long Range Rifle Immersion Level Two
Course Brief: This course is for experienced rifle shooters that want to push their individual abilities with a precision rifle in varying conditions and environments beyond just static bench or prone shooting. It applies to many different aspects of marksmanship including military/law enforcement, competition, and hunting. Anyone interested in placing precision fire on targets under imposed stress will learn the art and science involved in doing so in this course.
THIS IS NOT A BASIC COURSE. As with all of our ADVANCED courses, it has a relatively complex curriculum. This course will utilize the entire 80 acre facility, fully taking advantage of all the ranges on-site. Students that complete the course will have a proficiency in handling a firearm under stress conditions, advanced marksmanship fundamentals, and a combined knowledge of their personal capabilities with their equipment.
The course concludes with our Advanced Precision Rifle Qualification Course, an exercise covering 40 acres where the student will be required to read maps, stalk from position to position, identify and range targets, report via radio, and engage targets out to 500 yards from improvised positions within a given time constraint. All students will receive a certificate of attendance. Those who achieve a 80% or better score on the qualification course will also receive a certificate of qualification.
Course Level: Advanced
Cost: $700 Includes Instruction, Training, Range Fees, Targets, Merchandise, Lunch and Drinks Both Days, Overnight Lodging, Dinner and Breakfast
Lodging will be provided at the Hampton Inn Okeechobee or comparable hotel with all meals on-site. Pricing Based on Single Occupancy. Discounts available for students wishing to share a room.
Length: Two days
Skills that will be Worked On and Topics Discussed in this Class:
- Advanced Fundamentals of Marksmanship
- Ballistics
- Reading Wind
- Range Estimation
- Observation Skills
- Target Engagements at Unknown Distances out to 500 yards
- Shooter / Spotter Techniques and Responsibilities
- Terminology and Communications
- Standing, Kneeling, Supported and Improvised Positions
- Shooting from Elevated Positions (up to 50 feet off the ground)
- Timed Targets
Skills and Requirements Needed Coming Into this Class: See Prerequisites below
Required Prerequisites:
- Long Range Rifle Immersion Level One
OR
- Proof of similar course completion
Equipment List:
- 220 Rounds of match grade ammo - No Steel Core, Penetrating or Tracer Ammo
- Precision Rifle capable of Minute of Angle Accuracy (Precision rifles are a necessity for a course of this kind.)
- Quality Adjustable Scope (A scope that will allow for precision shooting at 500+ yards, Mil Dot, Target Turrets, BDC or Meridian Reticules are recommended.)
- Bipod
- Sling
- Rear Bag
- Cleaning Kit
- Pen, Pencil and Highlighter
- Rifle Data Book or Notebook
- Shooting Mat
- Spotting Scope
- Range Finder
- Scope Adjustment Tools
- Calculator
Maximum Student to Instructor Ratio: 4:1
Maximum Number of Students: 8
2020 Course Dates / Locations:
Due to the Facility Needs, this class is only offered at Okeechobee Shooting Sports.
Mon/Tue July 20-21
Mon/Tue October 26-27 *FULL-Wait List Available*
Booking and Cancellation Policy: A $250 Deposit is required at the time of booking and will be charged to the card entered at registration. The balance of the course fees will be due to the instructor the day of the class, cash or credit. The deposit is refundable until 7 days prior to the course. Cancellations within 7 days of the class will forfeit the deposit. Cancellations received after 5pm the day prior to the class will be treated as no shows. The no show fee is $700.
Lodging will be provided at the Hampton Inn Okeechobee, unless otherwise advised, with all meals on-site.
Mon/Tue October 26-27 *FULL-Wait List Available*
Booking and Cancellation Policy: A $250 Deposit is required at the time of booking and will be charged to the card entered at registration. The balance of the course fees will be due to the instructor the day of the class, cash or credit. The deposit is refundable until 7 days prior to the course. Cancellations within 7 days of the class will forfeit the deposit. Cancellations received after 5pm the day prior to the class will be treated as no shows. The no show fee is $700.
Lodging will be provided at the Hampton Inn Okeechobee, unless otherwise advised, with all meals on-site.
Long Range Rifle Immersion Level Three
Course Brief: Long range shooting is all about quantitative data and consistency. This course is designed for you to discover what you, along with your weapon system, are truly capable of. Picking up where we left off in the LRI-2, students will get to dope their guns out to 1000 yards, in 100 yard increments. Fundamentally you will attain greater confidence in yourself, your rifle and your optic. Anyone can hold tight groups at 100 yards, but pushing targets out to 800, 900 and 1000 yards, while shooting from realistic positions will truly test your equipment and skills.
Course Level: Advanced
Cost: $800 Includes Instruction, Training, Range Fees, Targets, Merchandise, Lunch and Drinks Both Days, Overnight Lodging, Dinner and Breakfast
Lodging will be provided at the Hampton Inn Okeechobee or comparable hotel with all meals on-site. Pricing Based on Single Occupancy. Discounts available for students wishing to share a room.
Length: Two days
Skills that will be Worked On and Topics Discussed in this Class:
- Doping rifle out to 1000 yards
- Wind measurement and estimation along
- Practical ranging techniques
- Practical and unconventional shooting positions (such as those presented in the field)
- Use of retical for ranging (both Mil and MRAD)
- Timed precision shots
- Engage targets at known distances
- Engaging targets at unknown distances
Skills and Requirements Needed Coming Into this Class: See Prerequisites below
Required Prerequisites:
- Long Range Immersion Level Two
OR
- Proof of similar course completion from KM Precision - Basic Long Range Precision Course, Academi-Precision Rifle 1, Rifles Only - Precision Rifle 2, TAC PRO – Primary Precision Rifle, Thunder Ranch – Mid-Range Rifle Course, Gunsite - 270 Rifle Class
Equipment List:
- 300 Rounds of match grade ammo
- Precision Rifle capable of Minute of Angle Accuracy (Precision rifles are a necessity for a course of this kind.)
- Quality Adjustable Scope (A scope that will allow for precision shooting at 500+ yards, Mil Dot, Target Turrets, BDC or Meridian Reticules are recommended.)
- Bipod
- Sling
- Rear Bag
- Cleaning Kit
- Pen, Pencil and Highlighter
- Rifle Data Book or Notebook
- Shooting Mat
- Spotting Scope
- Range Finder
- Scope Adjustment Tools
- Calculator
Maximum Student to Instructor Ratio: 4:1
Maximum Number of Students: 12
2020 Course Dates / Locations:
TBA
Booking and Cancellation Policy: A $250 Deposit is required at the time of booking and will be charged to the card entered at registration. The balance of the course fees will be due to the instructor the day of the class, cash or credit. The deposit is refundable until 21 days prior to the course. Cancellations within 21 days of the class will forfeit the deposit. Cancellations received after 5pm the day prior to the class will be treated as no shows. The no show fee is $800.
Lodging will be provided at the Hampton Inn Okeechobee, unless otherwise advised, with all meals on-site.
Booking and Cancellation Policy: A $250 Deposit is required at the time of booking and will be charged to the card entered at registration. The balance of the course fees will be due to the instructor the day of the class, cash or credit. The deposit is refundable until 21 days prior to the course. Cancellations within 21 days of the class will forfeit the deposit. Cancellations received after 5pm the day prior to the class will be treated as no shows. The no show fee is $800.
Lodging will be provided at the Hampton Inn Okeechobee, unless otherwise advised, with all meals on-site.
Long Range Rifle Skills Development
Brief: This is a four hour coaching session for current or past long range FFT students that would like the opportunity to work on their 0-500 yard skills. It is not a course with a pre-set curriculum, rather a long range skills practice session. It is a chance to shoot out to 500 yards under the guidance of an FFT long range instructor working on your specific areas of concern.
Course Level: Intermediate
Cost: $100 for 500 yard dates, $125 for 1000 yard dates Includes Semi-Private Coaching, Range Fees and Targets
Length: Four Hours
Skills that may be Worked On during this Session:
- Set-up of New Rifle or Optic
- Sighting In
- Testing New Equipment
- Calculating D.O.P.E. of New Ammunition
- Correct Bench and Prone Shooting Positions
- Breathing
- Trigger Control
- Follow Through
- Shooting at Intermediate Ranges
- Preparation for a Upcoming Hunt
Skills and Requirements Needed Coming Into this Class: See Prerequisites below
Required Prerequisites:
- Long Range Rifle Immersion Level One
OR
- A minimum of One Day of Private Long Range Rifle Instruction with FFT
Recommended Equipment List:
- 60 Rounds of match grade ammo - No Steel Core, Penetrating or Tracer Ammo
- Precision Rifle capable of Minute of Angle Accuracy
- Quality Adjustable Scope (A scope that will allow for precision shooting at 500+ yards, Mil Dot, Target Turrets, BDC or Meridian Reticules are recommended.)
- Bipod
- Sling
- Rear Bag
- Cleaning Kit
- Pen, Pencil and Highlighter
- Rifle Data Book or Notebook
- Shooting Mat
- Spotting Scope
- Range Finder
- Scope Adjustment Tools
- Calculator
Maximum Student to Instructor Ratio: 6:1
Minimum Number of Students Required: 3
Maximum Number of Students: 6-8 depending on location
2020 Course Dates / Locations:
Cost: $100 for 500 yard dates, $125 for 1000 yard dates Includes Semi-Private Coaching, Range Fees and Targets
Length: Four Hours
Skills that may be Worked On during this Session:
- Set-up of New Rifle or Optic
- Sighting In
- Testing New Equipment
- Calculating D.O.P.E. of New Ammunition
- Correct Bench and Prone Shooting Positions
- Breathing
- Trigger Control
- Follow Through
- Shooting at Intermediate Ranges
- Preparation for a Upcoming Hunt
Skills and Requirements Needed Coming Into this Class: See Prerequisites below
Required Prerequisites:
- Long Range Rifle Immersion Level One
OR
- A minimum of One Day of Private Long Range Rifle Instruction with FFT
Recommended Equipment List:
- 60 Rounds of match grade ammo - No Steel Core, Penetrating or Tracer Ammo
- Precision Rifle capable of Minute of Angle Accuracy
- Quality Adjustable Scope (A scope that will allow for precision shooting at 500+ yards, Mil Dot, Target Turrets, BDC or Meridian Reticules are recommended.)
- Bipod
- Sling
- Rear Bag
- Cleaning Kit
- Pen, Pencil and Highlighter
- Rifle Data Book or Notebook
- Shooting Mat
- Spotting Scope
- Range Finder
- Scope Adjustment Tools
- Calculator
Maximum Student to Instructor Ratio: 6:1
Minimum Number of Students Required: 3
Maximum Number of Students: 6-8 depending on location
2020 Course Dates / Locations:
500 Yards - Monday June 29 1-5pm at Okeechobee Shooting Sports *FULL - Wait List Available*
Booking and Cancellation Policy: Full payment will be due to the instructor at the start of the event, cash or credit. A credit card is required to guarantee your reservation. This card will not be charged unless you no show or cancel with less than 3 days notice. The late cancellation fee for this event is $50. Cancellations received after 5pm the day prior to the class will be treated as no shows. The no show fee is $100.
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