Low Light Pistol & AR Training Course
Saturday, September 13th, 7 p.m. – around 12 a.m.
Duration: 1 Day (5–7 hours)
Skill Level: Intermediate
Firearms: Semi-Automatic Pistol & AR-15 Platform Rifle
Course Overview
When the sun goes down, the rules of the fight change. Most defensive encounters occur in reduced light, yet many shooters only train in daylight. This Low Light Carbine & Pistol Training Course bridges that gap, preparing you to confidently handle your firearm in darkness, where proper light control and decision-making can mean the difference between success and tragedy.
Through a mix of classroom instruction, live-fire drills, and scenario-based training, you’ll learn to manage your weapon and illumination tools in real-world low-light conditions.
What You’ll Learn
- Types of Lights: Weapons vs. handheld
- Flashlight Techniques: Master handheld and weapon-mounted light methods for both pistol and rifle.
- Target Identification: Positively ID threats before engaging, even in shadows or partial lighting.
- Low Light Marksmanship: Build accuracy and confidence while shooting under reduced visibility.
- Movement in Darkness: Safely move forward, backward, laterally, and around cover without silhouetting yourself.
- Weapon Transitions: Practice seamless transitions between rifle and pistol while maintaining light control.
- Stress & Decision-Making Scenarios: Apply skills under pressure with home defense, outdoor, and multiple-threat simulations.
Course Structure
- Safety Brief & Introduction – Adapting firearm safety to low-light environments.
- Fundamentals of Low Light Shooting – Lighting techniques for pistols and rifles.
- Target Identification & Threat Discrimination – Shoot/no-shoot drills and positive ID under stress.
- Low Light Marksmanship Drills – Accuracy and transitions between targets.
- Movement in Low Light – Footwork, cover, and corner clearing.
- Integration of Pistol & Carbine Transitions – Smooth, controlled transitions with lights.
- Stress & Decision-Making Scenarios – Applying all skills under pressure.
- Debrief & Evaluation – Individual feedback, improvement points, and next steps.
Gear Requirements
- Semi-auto pistol with holster (OWB preferred)
- AR-15 with sling
- 3+ magazines per firearm
- Handheld and/or weapon-mounted flashlight (500+ lumens recommended)
- Spare batteries
- 150 rounds pistol ammunition / 150 rounds rifle ammunition
- Eye and ear protection (clear or yellow lenses suggested)
- Appropriate range attire
This course is ideal for:
- Civilians seeking to improve home defense and concealed carry skills.
- Law enforcement officers and security professionals.
- Competitive shooters looking to expand skill sets into night matches.
Student Takeaways
- Confidence in identifying and engaging threats under low light.
- Improved firearm manipulation and reloads when visibility is limited.
- Practical experience applying light, movement, and marksmanship in realistic scenarios.
Train for the fight when it’s most likely to happen — in the dark. Spots are limited to ensure safe and personalized instruction.
