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Premier Firearms and Tactical Training Facility
Welcome to Thunder Ranch, the foremost destination for firearms skills training in the United States. Our state-of-the-art facility is designed to provide some of the most realistic and effective training environments available.
At Thunder Ranch, we combine the expertise of skilled professionals with decades of experience, with proven training techniques to prepare you for real-world scenarios.
Whether you’re a law enforcement officer, military personnel, or a civilian looking to enhance your skills, our comprehensive courses are tailored to meet your needs.
Step into our facility, where drills are crafted to challenge and improve your decision-making abilities under duress. Push your limits and refine your skills.
Join us at Thunder Ranch and take confidence in handling high-pressure environments. Your journey to becoming a more proficient and confident shooter and thinker starts here.
What is Thunder Ranch
Elevate Your Skills with expert training
At Thunder Ranch, our mission is to provide top-tier training for all skill levels. Our realistic firearm training and tactical scenarios are designed to enhance your abilities, preparing you for real-world situations with confidence.
No matter your experience, you will find valuable training opportunities at our facility. Our top-notch instructors are dedicated to working with you at any level, ensuring that you learn effectively and efficiently.
Our facility offers the most authentic and challenging training environments, mirroring real high-stress situations. Our focus is on developing your proficiency, accuracy, and decision-making abilities.
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Urban Rifle 1
You’ve got a rifle—now learn how to use it effectively with the Urban Rifle 1 course at Thunder Ranch. A rifle is only as valuable as the skill of its owner. This course helps you understand what accessories are necessary and which are not, grounded in the school’s principles of logic and knowledge. Since its creation in 1983, this course…
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Mid Range Rifle
Thunder Ranch’s Mid-Range Rifle course extends your shooting capabilities from 100 to 700 yards, with a primary focus on Danger Close distances of 0-300 yards. This course is designed to help you achieve first-round hits at extended ranges, enhancing your understanding and proficiency with your rifle and scope combination. Throughout the course, you’ll be introduced to team spotting, learning how…
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Urban Precision Rifle
UPR combines the best aspects of Urban Rifle and Precision Rifle, maintaining the robust rifle platform of Urban Rifle while upholding a higher standard of precision and impact responsibility. This innovative approach elevates the shooter's experience, transitioning them from executing marksmanship in controlled range settings to mastering field-expedient and practical applications. Through realistic building facades and dynamic cover movements, UPR…
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Urban Rifle 1
You’ve got a rifle—now learn how to use it effectively with the Urban Rifle 1 course at Thunder Ranch. A rifle is only as valuable as the skill of its owner. This course helps you understand what accessories are necessary and which are not, grounded in the school’s principles of logic and knowledge. Since its creation in 1983, this course…
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Advanced 1911 Diagnostic
Thunder Ranch’s Advanced 1911 Diagnostic Course is a specialized 2-day class aimed at providing in-depth knowledge of the 1911 pistol’s operation and how to properly fit essential reliability components. Led by Jason Burton, a renowned 1911 builder from Heirloom Precision, and long-time Thunder Ranch instructor, this course also includes a lecture by Clint Smith on effective handgun use. Day 1:…
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Perfect Storm
Perfect Storm is a unique, advanced course offered by Thunder Ranch, featuring the expertise of Thunder Ranch’s Senior Staff alongside the legendary Rob Leatham, arguably the greatest pistol shooter ever, and Jason Burton, a world-class 1911 builder and longtime Thunder Ranch instructor. This course combines foundational principles with advanced shooting skills, focusing on their application in defensive environments. The course…
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Private Night Vision Course
A private night vision course organized by Thunder Ranch. Not for the Public.
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Urban Rifle Night Vision 1
Urban Rifle Night Vision is one of Thunder Ranch’s premier courses, drawing from decades of experience with night vision systems. From early night vision devices to the latest technology, our expert staff have operated nearly every system available. This course builds on skills learned in previous Urban Rifle classes, integrating those abilities with night vision operations. Over three days, students…
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Multiple Ranges
Outdoor Training
Environmental Adjustment: Understand and adjust for environmental factors in long-range shooting by processing DOPE (Data on Previous Engagements), ensuring consistent accuracy and effectiveness.
Distance Engagement: Learn to accurately measure and engage targets at varying distances using specialized tools and techniques, enhancing your long-range shooting precision.
Concealment Techniques: Develop advanced skills to stay hidden and undetected in various outdoor environments, mastering the art of camouflage and stealth.
Shoot House
Indoor Training
Accuracy Enhancement: Refine your precision shooting with a focus on accuracy and marksmanship, ensuring every shot hits its mark.
Speed Training: Master the ability to engage targets swiftly and efficiently under timed conditions, improving your response times.
Interior Tactics: Gain a base of knowledge in Interior Tactics to help protect your home, family, and yourself when confronted with violence.
Multiple Ranges
Outdoor Training
Environmental Adjustment: Understand and adjust for environmental factors in long-range shooting by processing DOPE (Data on Previous Engagements), ensuring consistent accuracy and effectiveness.
Distance Engagement: Learn to accurately measure and engage targets at varying distances using specialized tools and techniques, enhancing your long-range shooting precision.
Concealment Techniques: Develop advanced skills to stay hidden and undetected in various outdoor environments, mastering the art of camouflage and stealth.
Shoot House
Indoor Training
Accuracy Enhancement: Refine your precision shooting with a focus on accuracy and marksmanship, ensuring every shot hits its mark.
Speed Training: Master the ability to engage targets swiftly and efficiently under timed conditions, improving your response times.
Interior Tactics: Gain a base of knowledge in Interior Tactics to help protect your home, family, and yourself when confronted with violence.
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What People Say
“I’ve attended multiple courses at Thunder Ranch, and each one has been an invaluable experience. The Long Range Scoped AR course gave me the confidence and precision I needed for long-distance shooting. The staff is professional, patient, and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure you understand the material. Can’t wait to come back!”
“Thunder Ranch provides the best of everything, from the quality of their instructors to the impeccably cared for facility, everything meets and exceeds expectations. I didn’t grow up around firearms and had little experience with them. So even for a newbie like me, the TR team made me feel comfortable and accepted. The classes are small and personal, and you get to know everyone by the time you leave. And so far, everyone I’ve trained with has been good people. I’ve even made a few new friends.”
“Thunder Ranch is an incredible training facility; I knew on the first day that I would be returning. The instruction is next level and tried-and-true. With to-the-point and no-nonsenses discussions of real-life situations and working the basics, one can’t ask for more in a course. The drills will test your ability and let you know what you need to train, and new skill development will show you your blind spots. I can’t say enough about Thunder Ranch, the staff, and instructors. Thank you for the opportunity to learn from and train with you.”
