The Tactical Rifle course is the single-day Sheepdog Response rifle course that introduces trainees to the fundamentals of self-defense. It is designed to train everyone from the first-time shooter all the way up to the experienced marksman on the skills required for self-defense shooting. There is no prerequisite and the course is open to every skill level. This is the introductory course for the use of rifles with removable magazines for self-defense.

If you own a carbine rifle or just want to learn about these, much-talked-about (and often misrepresented), weapons then this course is for you!
Tactical Rifle (formerly known as Carbine 1) is Sheepdog Response’s introduction to the use of the carbine rifle (compact, semi-automatic rifle with a changeable magazine). The Tactical Rifle course is open to anyone who wants to learn how to employ this incredibly effective weapon system for self-defense. We cover the selection of accessory equipment and set up for carbine operations to include loading, firing, correcting malfunctions, and rapid reloading of a carbine. You’ll learn the fundamentals of rifle marksmanship and zeroing techniques that will help you achieve its full potential for self-defense. See what it takes to successfully shoot, move, utilize cover, and accurately engage with a carbine rifle from various positions and situations. The Tactical Rifle course is fast-paced, fun, and informative.

Types of carbine rifles include (but aren’t limited to): AR-15s, AK-47s, M-14s, Mini-14s, Steyr AUG, H&K G3, and semiautomatic pistol caliber rifles (PCRs)

Course Features

• Carbine function and maintenance
• Ancillary equipment selection and set up for carbine
• Loading, firing, reducing malfunctions, and clearing procedures
• Zeroing techniques and procedures
• Rifle Marksmanship Fundamentals
• Non-standard firing positions
• Shooting utilizing cover and concealment technique
• Shooting while moving
• 1-day
• Prerequisites: None

• Sign up at sheepdogresponse.com

Gear required: 

• Carbine
• 3-4 magazines
• Weapon sling
• Preferred Optic, plus backup sights
• Lubrication
• 400-500 rounds of carbine ammunition.
• Five dummy rounds
• Magazine pouch (recommend at least two)
• 2 pairs of durable pants and 2 comfortable shirts
  
• Rain Jacket - the event will go forward regardless of weather
  

• Electronic Hearing Protection (to receive instruction while on the firing line)

• IFAK (Individual First Aid Kit) with tourniquet
  

• Sunblock

• Insect repellent

• Extra batteries for hearing protection and optic

• Protective eyewear (preferably not tinted)

• Baseball cap or another hat with brim

• Notebook and Pen

• Sack lunch, MRE, or similar lunch that you can carry with you and doesn't require preparation.  Lunch breaks will be short.  Bring snacks too if you like.
  

• Bottles of water or a refillable container to stay hydrated during the training day
  

• Please do not drink alcohol the day/night before training, or during the course in between classes.
  

• Don’t own a firearm? Shooting packages are available that include: firearm, holster, magazines, and magazine holders. Supplies are limited so reserve yours early by emailing info@sheepdogresponse.com. 

• If you have any questions, please feel free to email and we will get right back to you.  See you soon!