Basic Officer Course
Pistol Qual
“Long and Short Range Firing”

In week 7, your Marine is building a variety of skills. From daily hikes to being introduced to night vision goggles (NVG’s) and spending time working on their long range shooting, it’s a busy week.

Daily 2.5-Mile Hikes to the Range

This week your Marine will continue each morning with a 2.5-mile hike to the range, followed by a 2.5-mile return hike. These hikes will continue to build endurance and mental toughness, ensuring that your Marine is physically and mentally prepared for the challenges of marksmanship training.

RMC (Range Management Complex) Long Range Shooting

At the RMC Long Range Bay, your Marine will participate in long-range shooting exercises. This training focuses on precision marksmanship at extended distances, requiring your Marine to apply advanced shooting techniques and maintain accuracy under challenging conditions.

RMTP (Range Marksmanship Training Program) Short Range Shooting

In addition to long-range shooting, your Marine will also engage in RMTP short-range shooting. This training emphasizes rapid engagement of close-range targets, honing the skills needed for fast and accurate shooting in close-quarters combat.

Pistol Range: Pre-Qualification and Qualification

The week culminates with training on the pistol range, where your Marine will undergo both pre-qualification and qualification. This phase of training tests their proficiency with the pistol, focusing on accuracy, speed, and safe handling. The qualification process is critical, as it ensures that your Marine is fully capable of using this weapon effectively in any situation.

This week at TBS was a whirlwind of shooting and endurance! As your Marine navigates this demanding week, they will continue to develop the skills and confidence required to lead Marines in any environment. We look forward to keeping you informed about their progress in the weeks ahead.

Semper Fidelis,
SgtMaj Paul Davis (USMC Ret)