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…

Owning a handgun is one thing; knowing how to use it effectively in a defensive situation is another. The Defensive Handgun 1 (DH1) course equips you with essential skills for safe and effective handgun operation. This course covers the fundamentals of gun safety, drawing, loading, and managing malfunctions. In addition to these basic skills, DH1 delves into advanced techniques such…

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…

Building on the foundation established in Defensive Handgun 1, the Defensive Handgun 2 (DH2) course delves deeper into advanced skills and tactics necessary for defensive handgun use. This course addresses more complex timing and tactical challenges, preparing you for high-pressure scenarios where precision and quick decision-making are crucial. DH2 includes grounded and injury drills, pushing you to adapt to various…

Thunder Ranch's High Intensity Training (HIT) is the ultimate advanced tactical course, designed exclusively for graduates of previous TR or ITC courses. This demanding program requires participants to be in peak physical condition as they face a series of rigorous challenges that test their mental and physical endurance to the limit. You will be tired, sore, and bruised, but through…

Thunder Ranch’s Defensive Shotgun course is a comprehensive training program designed to showcase the effectiveness of shotguns in personal defense. Previously a hit at our Texas facility, this course addresses the often overlooked potential of shotguns when used correctly. Participants will learn critical skills such as safety, operation, load selection, reloading techniques, malfunction handling, and deployment strategies. The course also…

Thunder Ranch’s Defensive Shotgun course is a comprehensive training program designed to showcase the effectiveness of shotguns in personal defense. Previously a hit at our Texas facility, this course addresses the often overlooked potential of shotguns when used correctly. Participants will learn critical skills such as safety, operation, load selection, reloading techniques, malfunction handling, and deployment strategies. The course also…

Owning a handgun is one thing; knowing how to use it effectively in a defensive situation is another. The Defensive Handgun 1 (DH1) course equips you with essential skills for safe and effective handgun operation. This course covers the fundamentals of gun safety, drawing, loading, and managing malfunctions. In addition to these basic skills, DH1 delves into advanced techniques such…