Watch for the 2011 course dates. Rising Sun is also a mobile training entity and as such, we can travel to your range / region to instruct courses. If you have any questions regarding our course offerings, send us an email via the Contact page and we will attempt to answer your queries for you. All Edmonton area courses are held outside and as such are seasonal: late spring to early fall.
NOTE: Edmonton area courses will be limited this year due to commitments outside this region.
NOTE: Our firearms courses start with a lecture period and then progress to the range where they are fast paced. We will teach you to get the most out of your shooting in a very short time frame. Safety is paramount in our courses and anyone violating the safety rules will be escorted from the range, no exceptions. We take our training seriously and since you are paying for it, you should as well. If our training is not to your liking, we will refund your tuition 100%. If we ask you to leave, your tuition will be refunded 100%. Competence and safety go hand in hand. We are confident in the quality of instruction we offer and will not compromise in our standards. Having said that, our courses are also not for beginners. Potential students should have a solid foundation in the course format that they wish to participate in. A Black Badge course, law enforcement or military training as well as training at another firearms training facility will usually qualify you for participation.
Tactical Handgun Course
Date TBA Location: TBA - Edmonton region Cost: $185.00 + GST. email or call for more info. Course to be held at a range outside the Edm area, so some travel involved. Weather permitting.
This is an entry level course for those with marginal to intermediate handgun experience. This is a reality based shooting format as opposed to static target shooting. The basics of grip, stance, presentation, trigger control, follow through, as well as tactics will be covered. This will also include such things as malfunction clearances and magazine changes.
Participants will be required to have a firearm, strong side holster, mag pouch, gun belt, minimum 4 mags ( preferably 6 or more) ear protection and eye protection. Clothes suitable to the weather conditions would be advisable. Bring fluids and sufficient lunch for the day.
For those applicants with prior firearms experience and an interest in this format, please contact us to apply to attend. Participants should bring approximately 500 + rounds of ammunition. See contact page for numbers / email.
Precision Rifle Operator
Date TBA Location: TBA Cost: $185.00 + GST. email or call for more info. Course to be held at a range outside the Edm area, so some travel involved. Weather permitting.
This course is designed for the tactical operator as well as those individuals wanting to start to develop their long range rifle skills. Operators can develop their marksmanship skills utilizing a carbine with optics from 50 to 300 meters. The precision rifle student will develop the necessary skills to run a rifle with optics out to 300 meters with confidence. Consider this as a long range prep course before taking that leap to the big leagues, 600M and beyond.
Participants will be required to have a serviceable rifle and caliber suitable to the distances to be shot. A quality scope that is also up to the task. Binoculars or a spotting scope to verify your targets. Factory ammunition, approx 100 rds. Please don’t waste our time with your experimental reloads. Unless you are a capable reloader, stick with high quality match grade ammo. A bipod, sandbag, backpack or something suitable to be used as a rest would be advisable. Logbook. Clothes suitable to the activity and weather. Eye and ear protection. Knee, elbow pads, gloves, bug spray / sun screen, etc is optional. Bring fluids and sufficient lunch for the day. See contact page for numbers / email.
Advanced Tactical Handgun Course
Date TBA Location: TBA - Edmonton Region Cost: $185.00 + GST. email or call for more info. Course to be held at a range outside the Edm area, so some travel involved. Weather permitting.
The basics of grip, stance, presentation, trigger control, follow through, as well as tactics will be covered. This will also include such topics as malfunction clearances and magazine changes. Following a review of the basics, the course will progress quickly to a more dynamic shooting format. This course will be heavy on tactics and movement. Single hand and off hand shooting will be addressed. It will incorporate team concepts. The entry level handgun course is a prerequisite unless verifiable experience can be shown.
Participants will be required to have a firearm, strong side holster, mag pouch, gun belt, minimum 4 mags ( preferably 6 or more) ear protection and eye protection. Bug spray / sun screen. Clothes suitable to the weather conditions would be advisable. Bring fluids and sufficient lunch for the day. Participants should bring approximately 500 + rounds of ammunition.
For those applicants with prior firearms experience and an interest in this format, please contact us to apply to attend. See contact page for numbers / email.
Tactical Shotgun Operator
Date TBA, Location: TBA Cost: $185.00 + GST. email or call for more info. Course to be held at a range outside the Edm area, so some travel involved. Weather permitting.
The shotgun is often thought of as the long gun of choice in a close quarter combatives ( CQC) environment. The shotgun has excellent ballistic properties and is highly rated for it’s anti personnel properties. This course will cover the selection of the appropriate firearm, and ammunition. Topics will also include patterning, sighting in, reloading which includes switching from shot to slug, shooting on the move, positional shooting, utilizing the sling, and transitioning to a back up firearm.
Participants will be required to have a serviceable shotgun, tactical sling, ammunition (approx: 200 shot / 100 slug. Bring aprox 50 rds of #00) handgun, strong side holster, ammunition (approx 200 rds) minimum 4 mags, gun belt, ear and eye protection, knee and elbow pads optional, clothes suitable to weather conditions, gloves, notebook and pen, and bug spray / sun screen. Bring fluids and sufficient lunch for the day. See contact page for numbers / email
Tactical Carbine Operator
Date TBA Location: TBA - Cost: $185.00 + GST. email or call for more info. Course to be held at a range outside the Edm area, so some travel involved. Weather permitting.
This course, will cover the physical skill sets of stance, sight picture for both Back Up Iron Sights (BUIS) and various optical sights, trigger manipulation, and follow through. tactical and speed magazine changes will also be shown. Sighting in and the concept of bore line / sight line will be covered. This course will involve movement skills such as the various ready positions, standing, kneeling, prone, shooting on the move, and shooting around barricades and / or the concepts of cover versus concealment. Proper gear selection will be addressed as well.
Participants will be required to have their own carbine or semi automatic firearm. Minimum 4 mags, with six or more recommended. Proper gear for storing / carrying mags, eye and hearing protection. Tactical gloves, elbow and knee protection are recommended. Clothes suitable to the weather conditions are suggested. Approximately 500 rounds of ammo required.
Participants are also required to have a handgun with all associated gear to that platform (see handgun requirements above) with approximately 200 rounds of ammo. Bring fluids and sufficient lunch for the day. See contact page for numbers / email.
Tactical Carbine Operator II
Date: TBA Location: TBA - Cost: $185.00 + GST. email or call for more info. Course to be held at a range outside the Edm area, so some travel involved. Weather permitting.
This course will cover the basics of deployment and manipulation of the typical semi auto carbine style rifle predominantly utilized for military applications ( See Carbine Operator I above). Movement and proper manipulation during shoot on demand drills and scenarios will be emphasized. Working with and around team mates and more is included.
Pre-requisites: Our Carbine Operator I or proof of training at another reputable facility. Military and / or LEO training may suffice.
Participants will be required to have their own carbine or semi automatic firearm. Minimum 4 mags, with six or more recommended. Proper gear for storing / carrying mags, eye and hearing protection. Tactical gloves, elbow and knee protection are recommended. Clothes suitable to the weather conditions are suggested. Approximately 500 rounds of ammo required.
Participants are also required to have a handgun with all associated gear to that platform (see handgun requirements above) with approximately 200 rounds of ammo. Bring fluids and sufficient lunch for the day. See contact page for numbers / email.