
Tactics & Firearms Training Since 2007
Lighthorse Tactical, LLC is a training company focused on the legal application of tactics, techniques, and procedures. The proper application of these “TTP’s” is based on the user’s own daily world. What works for a SWAT Team on a hostage situation may not be applicable for a Citizen in a parking deck. Our training is based on relevance and realism.
Next training? Check our registration page for current offerings.
IN ACCORDANCE WITH ITAR REGULATIONS
ONLY US CITIZENS WILL BE ACCEPTED TO PARTICIPATE IN LIGHTHORSE TACTICAL TRAINING EVENTS. CERTAIN SESSIONS MAY REQUIRE LE CREDENTIALS OR A CURRENT CCW PERMIT.
Upcoming Events
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25-13 Basic Handgun
April 5, 2025 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Double Tap Training Grounds, 300 Horton Cove Rd, Calera, AL 35040, USABasic Handgun Class
$175
12 slotsThis 8-hour class is designed to teach the shooter firearms safety, basic handgun marksmanship, handgun function, maintenance and gear selection. This class is perfect for the new handgun owner.
Handgun (full sized or compact handgun is preferred, based on the student’s hand size).
2 magazines or speed loaders for revolvers (three is better)
Holster- a belt mounted outside of waistband holster
250 rounds of ammunition
Eye/Ear Protection
We have a limited selection of loaner gear, contact us.
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25-16 Armed Security Officer Course
April 7, 2025 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Double Tap Training Grounds, 300 Horton Cove Rd, Calera, AL 35040, USA$275
Registration required.
This course will be conducted on a 2-day split schedule (Day 1- 07APR25 and Day 2- 14APR25).
The Armed Security Officer Program is a 2 day course that is conducted in accordance with the Alabama Security Regulatory Board (ASRB) guidelines. It contains a handgun block, a legal block and security operations and equipment block. The ASRB handgun qualification will also be conducted.
This course meets the requirements by the Alabama Security Regulatory Board to submit for an ASRB Armed Security Officer Certification.
Required Gear
Duty belt- holster, flashlight, magazine carriers- NO SHOULDER HOLSTERS, NO CROSS DRAW HOLSTERS
Duty handgun- NO SUBCOMPACTS
250 rounds handgun ammo
Eye and ear protection
Notebook and pen
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25-17 Unarmed Security Officer Class
April 7, 2025 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Double Tap Training Grounds, 300 Horton Cove Rd, Calera, AL 35040, USA$160
The Security Officer Class is an 8-hour training block that is conducted in accordance with the Alabama Security Regulatory Board (ASRB) guidelines. It contains a legal block, security operations and equipment block.
This course meets the requirements by the Alabama Security Regulatory Board to submit for an ASRB Security Officer Certification.
Required Gear
Notebook and pen
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25-16 Armed Security Officer Course
April 14, 2025 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Double Tap Training Grounds, 300 Horton Cove Rd, Calera, AL 35040, USA$275
Registration required.
This course will be conducted on a 2-day split schedule (Day 1- 07APR25 and Day 2- 14APR25).
The Armed Security Officer Program is a 2 day course that is conducted in accordance with the Alabama Security Regulatory Board (ASRB) guidelines. It contains a handgun block, a legal block and security operations and equipment block. The ASRB handgun qualification will also be conducted.
This course meets the requirements by the Alabama Security Regulatory Board to submit for an ASRB Armed Security Officer Certification.
Required Gear
Duty belt- holster, flashlight, magazine carriers- NO SHOULDER HOLSTERS, NO CROSS DRAW HOLSTERS
Duty handgun- NO SUBCOMPACTS
250 rounds handgun ammo
Eye and ear protection
Notebook and pen
Range clothing is required on both days (example- cargo pants and crew-neck shirt. -
25-18 Security Officer Armed Upgrade
April 14, 2025 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Double Tap Training Grounds, 300 Horton Cove Rd, Calera, AL 35040, USA$160
The Armed Security Officer Upgrade is an 8-hour training block for Officers holding a current ASRB "unarmed" license wishing to obtain an armed license.
The class is conducted in accordance with the Alabama Security Regulatory Board (ASRB) guidelines. It contains a handgun block and a legal block. The ASRB handgun qualification will also be conducted.
Registration is required.
250 rounds are required for the handgun training.
This course meets the requirements by the Alabama Security Regulatory Board to submit for an ASRB Armed Security Officer Certification by current ASRB (unarmed) Security Officers.
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25-15 Intermediate Shotgun Class
April 19, 2025 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Double Tap Training Grounds, 300 Horton Cove Rd, Calera, AL 35040, USA$175
10 shooter maximum
The focus of Intermediate Shotgun is to continue the skills established during Basic Shotgun. As always, firearms safety, fundamentals of marksmanship and weapon manipulations will be included in the session. Distance, multiple target drills, timed standards, shotgun qualification course, etc. will also be part of the session. Students should be prepared for outdoor, moderate physical activities in seasonal weather conditions.
Equipment Requirements
Shotguns need to be quality firearms; equipped with sights; bead, rifle style or a red dot. This class is designed for pump action or semi-auto shotguns.
Shotgun- 20 gauge or 12 gauge (other gauges, please check with us) in good mechanical condition.
Shell holders/Shell pouches- some type of shell carrier that can carry at a minimum of two to five shells, more is better. Weapon mounted shell holders are fine but a body worn shell carrier is also recommended.
Ammunition– TBA (stay tuned)
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25-03 Dark WASP: Low Light Course
April 22, 2025 8:00 am - April 24, 2025 9:00 pm
Double Tap Training Grounds, 300 Horton Cove Rd, Calera, AL 35040, USAThis is a 25+hour course using small team tactics to approach, enter & deliberately clear structures in a low-light environment using white light techniques.
*WASP- Working Angles & Spaces22-24 APRIL 2025
300 Horton Cove Road
Calera, AL 35040The course includes:
Fundamentals of CQB
Deliberate Clearing Tactics (rooms & halls)
Use of Illumination Tools
Team Tactics (4-Officer)
Force on Target Exercises (Unit Solutions, Simunition, UTM, etc.)
Force on Force Exercises (Unit Solutions, Simunition, UTM, etc.)
Mechanical Door Breaching
Control & Coordination Techniques
Force on Target Weapons & Onsite Lodging Rentals are available.
Registration: www.lighthorsetactical.com
$350
Limited to 12 students
Gear List
White Weapon Mounted Light
White Handheld Light
Body Armor
Carbine with 500 rounds & 6 magazines
Handgun with 150 rounds (RDS strongly encouraged) & 3 magazines
Training Carbine- Unit4, Force on Force, Simunition, UTM or Airsoft with 200 NLTM rounds
20 Chem Lights (yellow, green or orange)
2 Chem Lights (red)
Sharpie Marker (standard or thicker size)
Eye Protection (clear)
Ear Protection
Spare batteries for all devices
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25-12 Pistol Optics Class (PO1)
April 26, 2025 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
300 Horton Cove Rd, Calera, AL 35040, USAPistol Optics 01 Class (PO1)
Pistol Optics 01 is designed for intermediate shooters who are new to pistol optics. This class covers proper zeroing techniques, efficient target acquisition, and overcoming common challenges when transitioning from iron sights. Students will learn how to track the dot during recoil, refine their presentation for faster sight alignment, and build confidence in using a pistol optic for defensive or competition shooting. Through a mix of live-fire drills and guided instruction, participants will develop the skills needed to maximize the advantages of their optic while improving overall shooting performance.
Items Needed for Class:
Handgun with a Pistol Optic Sight mounted to the slide.
Outside the Waistband holster that secures the handgun to a belt.
300 rounds of pistol ammunition
Eye protection
Ear protection
Water/hydration
Spare batteries for the pistol optic.
Minimum of 3 pistol magazines.
We will break for lunch. You can pack a lunch or eat off-site.
Optics do not need to be zeroed. We will do that at the beginning of the day.