ACTS, LLC - Basic Precision Rifle Course (PR-1)

[sosicmcise]

Hello Maryland Shooters!

We are hosting our 3 day Basic Precision Rifle Course (PR-1) in Fredericksburg, Virginia on Feb 20-22 (Fri-Sun).

This course is taught entirely by 3 former USMC Scout Sniper School Chief Instructors from the Quantico and Hawaii Schoolhouses. References are available upon request.

Recently we held a trial course in order to gauge interest in the local area. The review can be found on www.snipershide.com or just use the following link: http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=924017#Post924017

PR-1 Course Breakdown:

Date/Time: February 20-23 (FRI-SAT-SUN) Course begins at 0800 Friday morning and ends at 1700 Sunday evening.

Course Location:
Commonwealth Criminal Justice Academy
1380 Central Park Blvd, Suite 208
Fredericksburg VA, 22401

Cost: $600.00

Round Count: 300

Class Size: 8 Students

Prerequisites: None

Course Description:
This basic level course will introduce the student to the fundamentals of marksmanship, providing students with the knowledge and ability to analyze their shooting under various field conditions at distances from 100-500 yards. Shooters of any skill level are invited to attend the Basic Precision Rifle course.

Learning Objectives:

• Introduction to modern precision rifles
• Care and cleaning of a precision rifle
• Fundamentals of marksmanship
• Scope theory and adjustment
• Ballistics
• Data book use and analysis
• Shooting in field conditions and inclement weather
• Known distance target engagement from 100-500 yards

Recommended Equipment List:

• Students may bring their own precision rifle and optics or they can be provided from Commonwealth Criminal Justice Academy.
• 300 rounds of match grade .308 ammunition
• Spotting scope / small tripod
• Rear shooting bag/support
• Data book
• Eye and ear protection
• Clothing and footwear suitable for inclement weather
• Spiral bound notebook
• Pen, pencil, highlighter
• Calculator
• Camelback or other water carrying system
• Backpack large enough to carry all equipment throughout the course

Registration: For registration please email us at actsllcinfo@gmail.com

Course Registration Deadline:February 13, 2009

[E.Shell]

Welcome to the forum, T! :party29:

FWIW, this should be a very good course for anyone interested in building a solid foundation and advancing their rifle skills under some real pros. :thumbsup:

How about local lodging and other arrangements?

[sosicmcise]

Thanks for the warm welcome! Hotel and accommodation information specified below.

If you training with us from out of town:

Recommended Hotel:
Fredericksburg Hospitality House
www.fredericksburghospitalityhouse.com
2801 Plank Rd
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 786-8321
CCJA Training Rate: $70.00 per night single occupant.

This hotel is within walking distance from the classroom.

Classroom and Range Facility:

We are located in Fredericksburg, Va half way between Washington D.C. and Richmond, VA.We have 3,000 square feet of training space a conference room and meeting facilities with three separate classrooms to offer the optimum classroom environment. We have state of the art AV equipment and wireless internet for our students. We have a kitchen & dining facility on site and several eating establishments within walking distance of the training facility. Snacks, bottled water & soda are served daily at no cost to the student.

All live fire will be conducted on a private 500 Yard range located approximately 10 minutes from the classroom.

[mdjamesd]

I'll def, have to keep this in the back of my mind. Maybe after my tax refund!

[herr.baer]

Wish I had the $$ for it.. Saving all I got to build out my 700

[sosicmcise]

We are currently scheduling courses PR-1,2,3 (Basic, Intermediate, Advanced) for 2009. I will routinely post the upcoming course dates on this site well in advance, so that everyone has plenty of notice. Thanks for the interest guys!

Also, for individuals looking for private, one on one, customized training we will develop training packages that will suit your needs and exceed your expectations. For more information contact us at: actsllcinfo@gmail.com.

Semper Fidelis,

T

[3rdRcn]

Welcome aboard Devil Dog! I am just getting into the precision rifle gig so you may see me some time this coming year.

[S1gnal]

I doubt I'll be able to make it to this one but please let us know when the next class is scheduled, and I'm there.

[sosicmcise]

The PR-1 course is filling up quick, I appreciate the support from Maryland Shooters!

Semper Fidelis,

T