Curriculum

Topics stressed during the Level-1 course:

• Setting up an ergonomically correct rifle.

• Optic selection, setup, function and use.

• Fundamentals of ballistics, ballistic software, data collection and external ballistics.

• Rifle zero procedure and zeroing.

• Building a data card out to 1000 yards.

• Basic precision shooting positions.

• Basic wind doping in the natural environment.

• Correcting for environmental conditions (i.e. barometric pressure, temperature and humidity changes).

• Reticle holdovers vs. dialing techniques.

• Proper ranging of targets.

• Target detection and target transitioning.

Prerequisites

• None

Physical difficulty level

• Low

Equipment Requirements

• Notebook, calculator, pens and or pencils

• 300 rounds of match grade ammunition capable of producing 1 MOA or better accuracy (you may bring more, but this is the project minimum)
  Recommended: bring ammo of the same type and lot number. During these times of limited ammo availability we understand that shooters will bring what is available. Ammunition must not have steel cases or steel core projectiles. If your ammunition sticks to a magnet we cannot allow it on our range or in our classes.  

• Zeroed weapon – zero will be checked and confirmed before the course can progress. If you don’t know how to zero, please let us know and we will get you squared away

• Bolt action or semi-automatic rifle capable of 1 MOA or better accuracy. Recommended calibers range from .223 to .338 with a maximum muzzle velocity of 3200 FPS

• Rifle scope with subtended reticle and exposed target turrets

• Bipod and rear bag/sand sock

• Eye and ear protection

• Rucksack capable of holding all shooting equipment, lunch, clothing and incidentals

• Some rental equipment will be available, but please coordinate any needs with staff prior to first day of training. Equipment available includes, but is not limited to: rifles, scopes, slings, bipods, sand bags and rucks

Recommended: Class will be held in field conditions so plan and be prepared for unpredictable weather. Suggested packing list should include, but is not limited to: shooting sticks/tripod or equivalent, sun screen, bug spray, water, food, gloves, layered clothing, baseball or boonie hat, rain gear, knee and elbow pads, spotting scope/binoculars, etc. 

Logistics

• Tuition: $1,095 (Fri/Sat/Sun)

• Class size: 12 student limit

• Schedule: Fri-Sat (8am - 5pm), Sun (8am - 3:30pm)

• Questions or Comments: Email: rifletraining@triggertimegunclub.com, Phone: (303) 651-0816

• Course Date: August 1st thru 3rd, 2025 OR September 5th thru 7th, 2025

• Location: Trigger Time Ranch (near Fort Morgan) - students will be sent directions prior to the course

Instructor

Brian Whalen - Brian is an accomplished U.S. Army Veteran Sniper & Sniper Instructor. Brian has served 8 years as an Active Duty Special Forces Operator. He has graduated as a Level I student from the coveted SOTIC (Special Operations Target Interdiction Course), and he later served 3 years as a Level I & II US Army Special Forces Sniper Instructor. Brian has taught as a Long Range & Sniper Instructor in multiple Countries and on four Continents. Brian has enjoyed some recognition as an award winning Long Range Competition Shooter as well.

Policies

• Tuition INCLUDES all range fees and instruction (does not include meals or lodging).

• Tuition payment is required to secure a class seat and is non-refundable.

• Late cancelations often result in vacant class seat(s) which could have otherwise been filled by other eager students/groups.

• Additionally, late cancelations often result in unnecessary escalating overhead costs as we try to give the best experience and value in the industry with the terms below.

• More than 60 days prior to class; a student(s) may reschedule to another class at NO charge. (1 time courtesy per deposit)

• From 30 to 60 days prior to class; student(s) will be allowed to reschedule to another class once, but will be assessed a surcharge of 50% of tuition for each student(s) per class.

• Less than 30 days prior to class, no cancellations or reschedules.

• A reschedule class date must be used within 12 months of the original class date (or tuition is forfeited), and student(s) may only reschedule once. Rescheduling requires an email request and CPRifle written approval.

• GOVERNING LAW: VENUE AND JURSIDICTION. All issues and questions concerning the construction, validity, enforcement and interpretation of this Agreement shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of Colorado.

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It is a student(s) responsibility to take precautionary steps prior to class in order to avoid cancelations. EX: Ammo, Corona Virus, etc.