Spartan Tactical range complex in Jacksboro, TX
Law Enforcement Only Patrol Rifle Instructor - This three-day course (27 Hrs) is designed to teach the Law
Enforcement Trainer instructor techniques and methodology for safe, fast and efficient operation of the modern
carbine rifle. Training will highlight the principles and demonstrate various instructional techniques of modern
carbine shooting from distances of 25 to 300 yds. The latest tactical equipment will be shown and used during this
course. Stay on the cutting edge of new technology.
The following subjects will be covered: Instructor mentorship, instructor techniques, safety, proper rigging of the patrol
rifle, fundamentals of marksmanship, loading and unloading, clearing stoppages, ballistics, correcting for environmental
factors, Standard firing positions, angle shooting, cleaning, maintenance and through inspection of the carbine.
We will also thoroughly cover alternate shooting positions, shooting while turning, shooting on the move, shooting
through glass, proper use of cover, urban positions, night shooting techniques w/ NOD's & lasers, night operations w/
tactical lights, tactical movement and many other techniques.
We will shoot several intense tactical courses. We will also cover several challenging scored courses of fire to include
the Four Position Shoot, The 3,2,1 Shoot, The Scrambler and many others.
Cost: $550, minimum of 12 students
Jim Smith is a highly skilled instructor with 25 plus years of Tactical Firearms Instruction experience. He is a well-
respected member of the Special Operations community and has a wealth of real world tactical and instructional
experience. Jim’s laser direct and intuitive style of teaching will quickly elevate any agency’s tactical ability.
Having been an Airborne Ranger, Special Forces Engineer and a Delta Force Operator, Jim has a lengthy operational
background with real world combat experience. His past experience includes participating in several combat raids and
high threat security details in hostile overseas locations.
Jim is a recent former member of the AWG and only teaches what is tactically relevant and in current use. Spartan
Tactical offers courses in Pistol, Carbine, Urban Operations and Precision Rifle.
Equipment List:
Issued patrol rifle with modern optic (normally 223 cal semi auto magazine fed rifle) & Cleaning kit
1200 rds ammo (No reloads or M855 Green Tip) 4 30 round magazines
Round count/ Data book Vest with ability to carry three magazines
Spotting scope w/ tripod and or binoculars (Optional) Clear eye protection
Rifle Sling (Preferably 2 point adjustable sling) Rangefinder (Optional)
Rifle bipod (Optional) Hearing protection
Shooting mat if wanted Notebook & pen
Pistol with 3 mags & modern holster with mag pouches 200 rds pistol ammo
Please fill out the application on the bottom of the calendar page of my web site and submit it with the full
course tuition to hold your slot.