Day 1: February 27, 2027 | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Day 2: February 28, 2027 | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Range 2131 – Buckeye, Arizona
Tuition: $650
DETAILS:
This is not a precision rifle shooting course. The primary focus is sniper fieldcraft, reconnaissance, observation, movement, and decision-making in a field environment. The course combines instruction with practical field exercises. Students will spend significant portions of the course outdoors applying concepts through movement, reconnaissance, observation, stalking, hide-site construction, and other hands-on exercises.
A live-fire component is included. Students will review shooting fundamentals and positions before progressing to distance and unknown-distance shooting, including shooter/spotter communication and practical application of previously established firing data.
What Students Will Learn
- Fundamental sniper roles and responsibilities
- Shooting at unknown distances
- Shooting and spotting communication
- Sniper hide detection and construction
- Terrain analysis and route selection
- Movement techniques in varied environments
- Camouflage, concealment, and signature management
- Fundamentals of stalking and field movement
- Target detection and observation methods
- Information gathering and reporting
- Independent and team-based decision-making
- Basic mission planning considerations
- Risk versus reward considerations during movement and observation
- Adapting to changing environmental conditions
Live-Fire Training
The live-fire portion reinforces the fieldcraft and observation portions of the course.
Students will work through shooting fundamentals and shooting positions before progressing to distance and unknown-distance engagements. Training will include:
- Shooting at distances ranging from 100 to 900 yards
- Shooting from the prone position and tripod
- Shooter/spotter communication
- Utilization of the mil relation formula
Rifle & Optic Requirements
Students must bring a functional rifle that meets the following requirements:
- Bolt-action or semi-automatic
- Minimum caliber: .308 / 7.62 NATO or larger
- Minimum 150 rounds of ammunition
- Magnified optic capable OF AT LEAST 12x magnification
- Must have MIL or MRAD reticle
- Bipod
LPVOs and magnifiers ARE NOT permitted.
The rifle and optic must be capable of safely supporting the live-fire portion of the course.
Required Gear
Hydration
- Minimum 3 liters of water
- Electrolytes
Field Equipment
- Knife or multi-tool
- Gloves
- Eye protection
- Hearing protection
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Knee pads
- Backpack or Ruck
- Tripod
- Binocoluars
- Range Finder
- Pen & Notebook
Camouflage & Fieldcraft
Students will need appropriate camouflage and concealment equipment for the field exercises.
Students may purchase an appropriate ghillie/concealment garment or begin constructing their own prior to class.
Additional information regarding ghillie construction, materials, and recommended setup will be provided to registered students by email.
Physical Requirements
This is a physically demanding field course conducted outdoors in uneven desert terrain.
Students must be physically capable of safely performing the following activities while carrying their required equipment:
- Walking for extended periods in direct sunlight
- Moving over uneven and rugged desert terrain
- Squatting and maintaining low positions
- Low crawling and other ground movement
- Running when required during training exercises
- Carrying a rifle, ruck sack, and additional field equipment
- Wearing a ghillie or concealment garment for extended periods
- Moving continuously for periods of approximately 1–3 hours
- Participating in repeated movement, stalking, observation, and field exercises
Students must be physically capable of wearing and carrying a rifle, ruck sack, and ghillie/concealment equipment while performing these activities.
Students must not have any pre-existing medical condition, injury, or physical limitation that would prevent them from safely squatting, low crawling, running, carrying their equipment, or moving through uneven desert terrain for extended periods.
Students are responsible for determining whether they are physically prepared for the demands of the course.
Prerequisites
No previous sniper or reconnaissance experience is required.
Students should be comfortable safely handling and operating their rifle and have basic familiarity with their firearm and optic before attending.
Optional Overnight Camping
Students may camp on-site on the evening of February 27.
Camping is optional and is NOT REQUIRED to attend the course.
Students choosing to camp are responsible for bringing all of their own camping and food supplies, including:
- Tent or vehicle sleeping setup
- Sleeping system appropriate for the weather
- Personal food
- Water
- Method of cooking or heating food, if desired
- Any other personal camping equipment required for an overnight stay
Additional camping information will be provided to registered students.
Eligibility & Legal Requirements
ALL students WILL undergo a background check prior to participation.
LaRosa Training Services courses are open ONLY to law-abiding United States citizens.
Failure to meet eligibility requirements will result in removal from the course without refund.
Registration Information
Additional course information, preparation guidance, and student instructions will be sent to registered students prior to training.
Students are responsible for arriving with the required equipment and being prepared for the physical and environmental demands of the course.
No refunds or class credits will be issued for failure to attend.