Description, Dark Lab is an open enrollment class. This class will provide you with the knowledge to become a more proficient Nightfighter. This class focuses on increasing the students’ night vision skillsets during real world operations through lecture and range evolutions. Students will conduct a variety of evolutions that can range from solo and static, to partner-based and kinetic.

This is not a beginner night vision or firearms class. You will be asked to perform to a level of personal failure, safely. It is important to push yourself to establish your left and right “goal posts” to have a better understanding of your level of proficiency.

Prerequisites

• A vetted rifle and pistol course from a reputable instructor. 

• A vetted Night Vision course from a reputable instructor.

• Competent gun handling and shooting skills are a must. 

• No exceptions.

Topics Covered Include

• Shooting on the move

• Shooting while using cover and concealment

• Shooting on and around obstacles

• Expedient movement under NODs

• No Light Reloads

• Positive identification and threat assessment

• Active and Passive Shooting

• Problem solving in a 360° environment

• Limited visibility weapon manipulation

• Non-Verbal Communication

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Equipment List

• Good Attitude

• Nightfighting Rifle (Optic, White Light, IR Laser/Illuminator, Sling) and 800 rounds of ammunition

• Nightfighting Pistol (Weapon Light, Red Dot Optic) and 200 rounds of quality training ammunition.

• 5 Rifle Magazines

• 3 Pistol Magazines

• Helmet with NV Mount

• Night Vision (Dual or Single Tube Systems)

• Clear Eye Protection

• Electronic Hearing Protection. No Exceptions.

• Spare Batteries

• Handheld Flashlight

• IFAK (Individual First Aid Kit) Tourniquet at a minimum. No

• Plate Carrier, Chest Rig (Although optional you will need a way to have 5 rifle mags on your person.

• Knee Pro (optional)

• Liquids and Solids (food and hydration materials)

• Bug spray as needed

• Rain gear as needed

• Notebook/pen

• Cleaning kit with lube