L.E. Sniper / Observer Readiness - Level 1
(Urban Operations)
This is an informative 4 day class designed to teach tactical operators who have
unique shooting abilities to deliver accurate shots at targets varying from short to
long range distances.

This Level I course is open to marksman starting out as new snipers on their tactical
team and extends to advanced snipers with years of experience. This course will
cover Urban operations and related situations dealing with close shooting distances.

Each student will be challenged to various shooting disciplines and are required to
shoot a 90% qualification score on day 1 to attend training and maintain this score to
complete this course.  

This percentage applies to both snipers and observers which includes both of their
weapon systems. This course will be mentally and physically challenging and will
require students to stay focused and motivated for 12 hour training days. Students
will need to be able to run for ½ mile or 4 minutes at a comfortable pace without
stopping and complete a minimum of 20 push-ups.

Shooting distances will vary between 50 - 300 yards in various weather conditions
and tested with realistic type scenario situations.


Course Outline with performance objectives:

Basic safety rules
Fundamentals of marksmanship
Equipment Selection
Internal, External and Terminal Ballistics
Loading / reloading procedures
Scope Adjustment
Minute of angle theory
Angle firing formula
K.I.M.S game (observation drill)
Use of Data book
Position shooting
Partner supported shooting positions
100 to 300 yard zero
Cold bore shooting
Range card
Range estimation
Effect of weather
Sling use
60 / 5 drill - (training location permitting)
Know your limitations
Directed sniper fire
Physical stress
Basic Camouflaging
Observing and intelligence gathering
Practical exercise
90% Qualification

Equipment Required:

An equipment checklist will be emailed to you upon request or after registering for one
of our courses.

Duration: 4 days Operators Course or 5 days Instructors Course

Tuition: $495  / $695       (Now accepting Visa / Master card payments for
bookings)