Night Pistol Shooting Range Experience in Colorado Springs
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Basic physical fitness is recommended to safely move and react during low-light shooting exercises.
Overview
Take your self-defense to the next level with the Night Pistol shooting range course in Colorado Springs. Learn essential low-light shooting skills and boost your confidence with hands-on training.
Night Pistol
Ages 18+ • 4 Hours Total • Complete 1.1 or 1.2 Before • Final Class of Colorado Pistol Training
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About This Adventure
Enhance your self-defense skills with the Smoke Wagon 1.4 course, focusing on low-light engagement techniques. Learn to effectively use a flashlight, maintain light discipline, and move while shooting in darkness. This unique training prepares you for real-world scenarios, boosting your confidence and competence in challenging situations.
Duration
4 Hours. Entire class will be done in the range.
About
Smoke Wagon 1.4 will teach you how to engage targets in low-light situations and will round off your Colorado Pistol Training with a pistol. Either Smoke Wagon 1.1 or 1.2 is required to attend this course. Anything can happen at any time of day, and you may find yourself in a self-defense situation at night. This course is valuable in gaining skills and confidence for vision-reduced situations
Course Components
- Learn to use a flashlight to engage targets
- Learn to maintain light discipline to avoid detection
- Learn to move and shoot in low-light situations
Training Locations: Pike Peaks Gun Club or Cheyenne Mountain Shooting Complex
Each class is 18 and up without an adult present, however classes where a child is to attend is at the discretion of the instructor depending on their assessment of the individual child.
What is the refund policy?
Full Refund before 45 days of the event. No refund within 45 days of the event. Third party fees are not part of refunds. Credit is NOT given for missed classes.
Adventure Tips
Wear comfortable, close-toed shoes
Proper footwear ensures stability and safety while moving in low-light shooting drills.
Bring your own eye and ear protection
Though some may be provided, having your own ensures the best fit and hygiene during shooting.
Stay hydrated before and after the session
Shooting requires focus and physical coordination; hydration helps maintain both.
Communicate clearly with your instructor
Ask questions and express concerns to get the most out of your personalized training.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Mule deer
- Red fox
History
Colorado Springs is rich with military training history and hosts several military installations, influencing local tactical culture.
Conservation
The shooting ranges and training facilities at Colorado Springs maintain rigorous environmental standards to minimize lead exposure and protect surrounding natural areas.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Flashlight with mount or handheld
Critical for practicing flashlight techniques and maintaining situational awareness.
Eye protection
Protects your eyes from debris and ricochets during shooting.
Ear protection
Essential for hearing safety to prevent damage from gunfire noise.
Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing
Layering helps regulate body temperature across spring’s variable weather.
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