Basic Sniper

The Snipercraft Northeast Basic Sniper School is a 5-day law enforcement-focused course designed to prepare officers for their first operational callout or to sharpen the skills of veteran snipers returning to fundamentals. Led by 28-year SWAT sniper veteran Mike Chauvin in Granby, MA, this course blends classroom instruction with demanding field exercises to deliver actual mission readiness.

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Students will build core competencies in:

• Cold bore shot execution under stress
• Fieldcraft, camouflage, observation, and detailed reporting
• Urban sniper tactics, range estimation, and hostage rescue engagements
• Intermediate barriers and moving target engagements
• Positional shooting and precision mechanics of rifles and optics
• Policy alignment, sniper data books, and equipment selection

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The course is designed around the realities of LE deployments, emphasizing operational tactics and the function of sniper teams. Marksmanship is reinforced across various supported and unsupported positions, with a special focus on cold bore shots, timed drills, and practical scenario work.

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Gear & Prep:
Bring a duty-ready .308 (recommended) sniper rifle with quality optic, sling, Pelican case or drag bag, 425 rounds of match-grade ammo, data book, tripod (if available), BDU uniform, body armor, ghillie/concealment gear, duty pistol, gas mask, flashlight, backpack, and complete cleaning kit. Eye and ear protection, sunscreen, insect repellent, food, and ample hydration are required.

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Fitness Requirement:
All students must complete the Sniper Functional Fitness Test. Standards are available upon request.