Defensive Handgun Low Light

What You Will Learn

Thunder Ranch’s Defensive Handgun Low Light course parallels the training of DH1 and DH2, focusing on the critical skills needed to use handguns with handheld and weapon-mounted lights in low light conditions. Recognizing that defensive encounters often occur in low, altered, or failing light, this course prepares you to handle such scenarios.

Students will learn to choose and use the right tools and equipment, integrating them in the dark. This training goes beyond basic flashlight techniques, emphasizing practical application. You will engage in exercises that challenge your ability to navigate and respond to threats in varied lighting conditions.

The course includes drills on the flat range, inside the Terminator shoot-house, and in varied urban and rural terrain.

Defensive Handgun Low Light ensures you are equipped to handle situations where lighting is compromised.

What to Bring

• Handgun

• Holster

• 4-6 magazines (or more)

• Frangible ammunition (1000 – 1200 rounds recommended)

• Eye protection (at least one set of clear lenses)

• Electronic Ear Protection

• Knee and elbow pads

• Handheld tactical-style flashlight (button on the tailcap)

• Hat with a brim

• Magazine pouch

• Range bag

• Sunscreen

• Rain gear

• Durable footwear

• Materials for note-taking

• Cleaning gear

• Special tools (e.g., Torx, hex)

• Manuals for firearm, optics, etc.

• Handheld flashlight from a quality manufacturer- Surefire, Streamlight, Modlite, Cloud Defensive, etc.

• 3 Chem Lights, any color.

  
  

Ammunition Requirements

• Frangible ammunition (1000 – 1200 rounds recommended)

• No green tips, magnums, tracers.

• No steel core, .338 caliber, or zip guns.

  
  

Travel Reminder

When traveling with suppressors and short-barreled rifles (SBRs), ensure you carry the appropriate documentation at all times, especially in case of police stops.

Registration and Payments

All course fees must be paid in full at the time of registration.

Please choose your class carefully. No refunds and no transfers are available.