Carabine Fundamentals L1 introduces the AR-15 / M4 platform to civilian and law enforcement shooters. In one day you will cover safe handling, zeroing, positional shooting and basic malfunction clearance. The course uses a semi-automatic rifle in 5.56 or .223.
No prior rifle experience is required — the course starts from zero and builds systematically. If you are a pistol shooter looking to add a long gun to your skillset, this is the logical next step.
Training agenda
Rifle safety & nomenclature
Parts of the AR-15, safety rules specific to long guns, administrative handling
Zeroing
100 m zero, understanding MOA, adjusting iron sights and optics
Positional shooting
Prone, kneeling, standing — stability and natural point of aim
Lunch
Malfunction clearance
Type 1, 2, 3 malfunctions — immediate and remedial action
Practical shooting exercises
Moving between positions, timed strings at 25–100 m
Debrief
Individual feedback, recommended next steps
Requirements
- No prior rifle experience required
- Min. age 18
- Valid ID
- Pistol Fundamentals L1 recommended but not mandatory
- Safe gun-handling habits essential
What's included
- Ammunition (150 rds 5.56/.223)
- Targets and range fees
- Eye and ear protection
- Certificate of completion
What to bring
- Semi-automatic rifle (AR-15/M4 platform) or notify us for rental
- Minimum 3 magazines
- Sling recommended
- Knee pads for prone work
- Water and snacks