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Dan Posey, a former Army Special Operations sniper, and instructor, leads training at Colemans Creek, offering elite-level courses for civilians, MIL, and LEO with a focus on fundamentals, mindset, and precision.


Dan Posey is the Training Director at Colemans Creek, where he oversees the full spectrum of civilian, law enforcement, and military training programs. A 15-year U.S. Army veteran, with 12 of those years spent in Special Operations, Dan brings unmatched expertise to the range, forged through deployments to Afghanistan, Iraq, and Somalia.
He served as an instructor at the U.S. Army Special Forces Sniper Course for four years, training elite long-range shooters in mission-critical marksmanship and fieldcraft. That experience shaped his instruction style: no fluff, all fundamentals, and a relentless focus on performance under pressure.
Dan is also a lifelong hunter and competitive shooter. His commitment to growth and technical mastery sets the tone at Colemans Creek. Whether training civilians, LEOs, or seasoned operators, he leads from the front, emphasizing accountability, consistency, and the mindset required to succeed in any environment.
At Colemans Creek, Dan is building more than just shooters; he’s building a culture of excellence. Under his leadership, the range has become a premier destination for those serious about mastering their craft.
Courses under his direction span:
Trusted by professionals and enthusiasts alike.

Push your precision limits with advanced ballistics, wind calls, and 1-mile target engagements across dynamic terrain.

Sharpen core skills and push to 1-mile engagements in this 3-day immersive course, blending fundamentals with advanced long-range techniques.

Build a strong foundation in long-range shooting fundamentals, with target engagements from 100 to 1,000 yards.

Colemans Creek in Ellerbe, NC, is an elite 1,000-acre facility offering 1-mile rifle ranges, PRS-style props, and military-grade training grounds for precision shooters and professionals.