Mark Zorich

Mark is a former USAF veteran and California POST-certified sniper instructor who trains civilian, MIL, and LEO shooters in long-range, hunting, and competition disciplines through high-level, customizable courses.

Mark Zorich

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Mark is a U.S. Air Force veteran with multiple overseas deployments to Afghanistan, Iraq, Oman, and Kuwait. After nearly a decade of military service, he transitioned into law enforcement in 2015 and quickly carved out a role in tactical operations. His passion for precision marksmanship took hold when he joined his department's SWAT team, where he became the lead sniper and eventually earned the rare distinction of becoming one of California's few POST-certified Sniper Instructors.

In addition to his sniper credentials, Mark is a POST-certified Firearms Instructor and Vehicle Counter-Ambush Instructor. He has completed numerous advanced sniper and leadership courses, including SWAT/Sniper team leader and assessment programs, learning from some of the industry's top-tier instructors.

Mark now channels this deep tactical and instructional background into high-quality firearms training courses designed for everyone, from beginners to advanced precision shooters. Mark offers focused, hands-on instruction, whether you're preparing for a hunt, stepping into long-range competition, or refining sniper team capabilities.

  • Courses include:
  • Fundamentals of Long-Range Shooting (2-Day)
  • Make it to a Mile (1 & 2 Day options)
  • Long Range Hunter Course (2-Day)
  • Mountain Rifleman (2-Day)
  • Long Range Skills Clinic (1-Day)
  • Intro to Competition Shooting (1-Day)
  • Custom and Private Events Available

Mark is also a PRS Southwest Regional Director, match director, and active competitor in the PRS Pro Series, NRL Hunter, and .22LR matches. His commitment to staying sharp ensures students receive instruction rooted in real-world performance, not outdated theory.

Supported by a cadre of vetted instructors—including competitive shooters and tactical professionals—Mark's courses emphasize fundamentals, advanced fieldcraft, and practical, live-fire learning environments.

Trusted by law enforcement, military, and civilian shooters alike.

courses

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California

Intro to Competition Shooting

This 1-day clinic preps new and aspiring PRS/NRL shooters with match-specific marksmanship, gear setup, and stage strategy. Expect live-fire timed drills, positional coaching, and real-world tactics to sharpen your competitive edge.

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California

Long Range Skills Clinic

This 1-day clinic sharpens long-range fundamentals with hands-on instruction and live-fire drills from 200 to 1,000+ yards. Perfect for new shooters or as a refresher before advanced courses like the Mountain Rifleman.

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California

Mountain Rifleman

Train for real-world alpine hunts in this 2-day high-elevation course focused on steep-angle shots, terrain-based wind reading, and field movement. Ideal for experienced hunters preparing for long-range engagements in rugged mountain conditions.

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California

Long Range Hunters Course

This 2-day course teaches hunters to ethically extend their range using real-world field drills, animal silhouette targets, and gear-driven shooting positions—ideal for those refining long-range hunting skills in realistic conditions out to 800+ yards.

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California

Make it to a Mile

This 1- or 2-day Extreme Long Range course is built for shooters chasing consistent hits at 1 mile. Refine your DOPE, wind calls, and spotting skills while engaging steel from 100 yards to 1,760.

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California

Fundamentals of Long Range Shooting

This 2-day course builds a solid foundation in long-range shooting, covering rifle setup, reticle use, wind calls, and DOPE chart creation—ideal for new or intermediate shooters aiming to hit 1,000+ yards with confidence.

training schools

West Coast Long Range
California

West Coast Long Range

Founded by POST-certified sniper instructor and PRS Regional Director Mark Zorich, West Coast Long Range offers elite long-range and PRS training near Woodland, CA, with steel targets to 1 mile.

skills

Prior Law Enforcement Sniper Experience
Law Enforcement Instructor
Tactical Shooting Expert
Tactical Skills Expert

address

Monument Hills, California

contact

(925) 913-0115

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