Tactical U now offers rifle and AR-15 training at Fort Lauderdale-area ranges. Stephen Cohen has been training armed civilians and law enforcement across South Florida since 2010. Light rifle and carbine fundamentals are available at our Fort Lauderdale-area indoor ranges depending on course type and scheduling. Advanced rifle work remains at the Homestead Training Center for students ready to progress beyond the fundamentals
Fort Lauderdale-area rifle courses focus on the fundamentals that make every other skill possible. Course content includes:
Arrive with unloaded rifle and magazines. Ammunition must be in original factory boxes, stored separate from the firearm.
$400 + merchant fees. 150 rounds.
$800 + merchant fees. 250 rounds.
Available up to 4 shooters; call to discuss pricing based on group size and experience.
Rifle rental $75. Pistol rental $35. Bring your own or rent on site.
Ammunition sold separately at market price
Do I need prior rifle experience?
No. The Phase 1 fundamentals course is built for shooters with little or no formal rifle training. If you own an AR-15 and have not had structured instruction, this is the right starting point.
What rifle do I need?
Any semi-auto carbine in good working order. AR-15 platform is most common. Call ahead if you are unsure whether your setup is suitable for the course.
Where is Fort Lauderdale rifle training held?
– Apex Shooting Center, 5320 Powerline Rd Suite 100, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
– Declaration Defense, 1315 SW 1st Ct, Pompano Beach, FL 33069
Depending on course type and scheduling. Advanced follow-on courses run at the:
– Homestead Training Center, 11700 SW 304th St, Homestead, FL 33033
Can I bring my own optic?
Yes. Zeroing your optic is part of the Phase 1 curriculum.
What comes after Phase 1?
Most students progress to the Phase 2 dynamic rifle course at the Homestead Training Center. Stephen Cohen will advise on readiness at the end of your Phase 1 session. Check out our other firearm training classes in Fort Lauderdale here.
Private sessions are available most days. Call (954) 637-2115 or use the form below to schedule.
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