Intro to Competitive Precision Long Range Rifle

This 1-day course at Frontline Defense in Warrenton, NC, is designed for shooters who already have long-range experience and want to transition into the world of PRS, NRL, or sniper-style competition. This is not an introduction course. It is for serious shooters who want to practice their skills under pressure.

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What you’ll learn:

• Match safety protocols and gear setup
• Rifle zero confirmation (100 yards)
• Velocity tracking using LabRadar
• Positional shooting techniques (bipod, sling, rear bag)
• Range estimation and DOPE logging
• Holdovers vs. turret adjustments
• Running a simulated match stage under time constraints

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How it’s delivered:
Through a full day of hands-on drills, stage walkthroughs, and guided shooting. You’ll shoot actual courses of fire modeled on competitive formats, learning how to perform under pressure, not just practice.

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Where and what you’ll shoot:
Steel targets out to 1,000 yards across natural terrain. No benches expect to shoot from the prone and alternate positions typical of match scenarios.

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Gear & prep:

• Precision rifle (.308, 6.5, .300, etc. no .223, .50 cal, or .338)
• Scope with external turrets and enough elevation for 1,000 yards
• Zeroed at 100 yards before class
• 80 rounds of match-grade ammo
• Sling, bipod (6–9”), rear bag
• Eye/ear protection, shooting mat (on-site if needed)
• Clothing for rugged terrain (no shorts), rain gear, hat
• Tools, cleaning kit, scope manual
• Backpack, water (provided), and packed lunch (fridge/microwave available)

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Ideal for shooters preparing to enter their first match with confidence, this course bridges the gap between training and competition, providing a solid foundation for success.