Sierra Marksmanship and Defense
Private and Group Classes - Northern Colorado and surrounding region.
About Us
Lead from the Front. Fight to the End.
Train with real world experts, with hands on experience actually using what they teach in austere enviroments around the world.
Our Mission
Sierra Marksmanship and Defense provides northern Colorado and surrounding region with premiere firearms and self defense training. We train all skill levels from introduction to firearms and safety, to advanced tactical skills for SWAT/LE/MIL and civilian self defense. With over 26 years of combined active SOF experience, 20+ Combat zone deployments, and multiple sniper, reconnaissance, and covert protection schools under our belt, Sierra has the experience and knowledge to give you and edge.
We believe in passing on the lessons learned over the past 20 years of war gained by Special Operators, and pass that along in a way that is accessible, realistic, and actually applicable to you in your daily life. With training based on how America’s most elite covert units protect U.S. High value personnel in active war zones like Syria, Iraq, and other complex and dangerous areas while remaining low profile and unnoticed,and learning the advanced marksmanship skills taught by the most elite snipers in the U.S. to give you that edge competing, hunting, or defending. Lead from the front. Fight to the End.
Saftey, Requirements, Info
*Unless otherwise noted, all classes are a Great Guns Sporting in Nunn, Co. Long range classes are the exception, location will be given out with course confirmation*
All students in our “Defensive/Tactical” group classes must be able to conduct moderate physical exercise throughout the day. (Running, Jogging, Going from standing to prone and back, Kneeling, Carry up to 35lbs for short distances, hold a rifle or pistol up and safely for extended periods) Consult your physician if you have any concerns. If you have a disability, or medical condition but still would like to train please do not hesitate to contact us, and we can accommodate you to the best of our ability. We understand there are a great variety of people of all ages that wish to train and our private lessons are open to all valid US Persons. Private lessons are tailored to you specifically so the physical requirements are specific to you. As long as training can be accomplished safely we will acommodate. Inro/Basic courses are less physically demanding and focus primarily on knowledge. Sierra offers no refunds for students who are unable to complete the course once begun. Students must be 21 years old for pistol and 18 for long guns, and valid U.S. Person, and legally be allowed to posses a firearm. All required gear is MANDATORY unless otherwise noted. Failure to bring your equipment may result in decreased training performance and wasted time, or even inhibit training. Students who cannot complete training due to equipment, or due to safety or disrespectful behaviors will be removed from class and will receive no refunds.
Programs
Private Training
Customized training, based on your background with firearms, experience level, and specific goals. With hands on, one on one, focused training by experts that will focus On your goals and needs, video comparison throughout your progression, and more: experience the best way to train.
Equipment will vary based on specific goals, however the packing lists for the Pistol, Carbine, and Precsion Rifle Courses are good guidelines. Sierra will contact you after receiving your reservation to discuss your goals etc.
Pistol Courses
Whether your a first time pistol owner, or a seasoned Law Enforcement Professional, Sierra Marksmanship and Defense are here to give you the skills you need to win that next match, or to ensure You come home at the end of your shift. Have the confidence to take on any challenge, with speed, accuracy, and control.
Carbine Courses
No matter if you’re looking for training for Hunting, Competition, Home Defense, or Increase your survivability in a high risk career, we can give you the firearms and defensive skills to beat the timer in your next competition, or make the difference in a fight for your life.
Precision Rifle/Long Range Marksmanship
Sierra Marksmanship can help you prepare for the next hunting season, PRC event, Critical Engagement, or to just venture into the realm of Long Range Marksmanship. Sierra‘s Instructor is veteran Special Operations sniper, and graduate of both the U.S. Army Sniper Course and Special Forces Sniper Course (SOTIC/SFSC Lvl 1). Learn the fundamentals of Long Distance Marksmanship; Rifle/Caliber and Optics Considerations, Rifle set up, Zero and Cold Bore/Supressor Shift, Data Over Previous Engagements (DOPE), Range Estimation, Using Milradian and MOA measurements and Reticles (Tremor series, H32,59, NF M.O.A.R., etc) or Bullet Drop Compensation (BDC), Wind Reading, Shooter/Spotter Team, Bipod/Tripod and Alternate Position/Offhand, Make 1,760yds Your Next Shot.
2024 Summer and Fall Classes are posted.
Sign up now for 2024 Summer and Fall, Long Range, Carbine, Pistol and more.