LONG RANGE SHOOTING SCHOOL
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Long Range Shooting School Course Details
Take your marksmanship skills further with the long range shooting school at Thompson Long Range. Designed for hunters and shooting enthusiasts, our instructor-led training focuses on the fundamentals of long-range marksmanship and helps students build practical skills through focused, hands-on instruction. Whether you’re looking to improve your shooting knowledge for hunting or develop greater confidence at extended distances, our one-day and two-day classes provide a concentrated learning experience in Utah.
Rather than spending several days in a traditional training program, students can work through essential concepts in a focused format tailored to their progress. Thompson Long Range welcomes shooters who want to strengthen their understanding of long-range shooting, learn about equipment, and put their knowledge into practice at the range.
Mark Thompson – Founder of Thompson Long Range
Long Range Shooting Class Prices:
Two-Day Class is $1550
One-Day Class is $1000
What to Expect at Thompson Long Range Shooting School
Thompson Long Range offers a focused training experience for those interested in long-range shooting in Utah. Our two-day course includes a guarantee that students will hit a 1,000-yard target or pay nothing for the course, providing a clear goal to work toward throughout training.
To reserve your place, call or message our team with your preferred dates. Once your class is scheduled, plan your travel to Salt Lake City International Airport and arrange transportation to Logan, Utah. We take care of lodging and meals so you can concentrate on your training experience.
For consistency throughout the course, all instruction uses the Weatherby .30-378 Magnum rifle. Students must use the rifle provided; personal firearms are not permitted.
Classes are offered from April through June, and reservations are handled on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact Thompson Long Range to discuss availability and secure your preferred dates.
Skills You’ll Develop in Our Long Range Class
- Long-range shooting fundamentals: Build an understanding of the core principles involved in shooting accurately at extended distances.
- Basic reloading techniques: Learn introductory concepts related to ammunition reloading.
- Load performance: Compare different ammunition loads and observe how variations can affect velocity and accuracy.
- Scope selection and mounting: Learn how to choose an appropriate scope and understand proper mounting considerations.
- Progressive range practice: Apply what you’ve learned on the range and work toward engaging targets at distances of up to 1,000 yards at a pace suited to your progress.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I consider a long-range class in the first place?
A long-range shooting class is a great way to sharpen, master, and/or learn a skill. Beyond just shooting targets at a great distance, our long-range class aims to help students handle both their firearms and responsibilities as gun owners. When you take our course, you’ll learn accuracy, consistency, the science behind the shot, and better habits. Whether you’re a seasoned shooter or brand new to the concept, our instructors are here for you.
Are there any airports closer to you than Salt Lake?
We are roughly 83 miles from Salt Lake City, and the Salt Lake Airport is the nearest major airport to us. However, you may be able to book a regional flight into the smaller Ogden Airport, which is less than 50 miles away from us. Just as a reminder that your flight and transportation to our long-range class are the only things you need to worry about. We’ll take care of your hotel and food while you’re with us.
Should I bring my own gun?
No, you should not. We’ll have the firearms here to ensure consistency and accuracy in the class. We’ll use the Wheatherby 378.
Customer Reviews
I was skeptical about the 1,000 yard guarantee. Thankfully my cousin talked me into joining him for Mark Thompson’s class. Prior to Mark’s class ( and subsequent .30-378 purchase) I had a self imposed 400 yd max limit. Now, under good conditions I have no doubt about making an ethical big game shot at 1,000 yds. Mark Thompson’s philosophy is keep it simple, no gimmicks, don’t deviate from his proven formula and you will be happy with the results. It was a red-letter day learning from Mark. He is genuine straight shooter. On the range and off.
My wife and I both enjoyed the course. The idea that you can pick up a new gun out of the box, set it up, learn how to use it, then go to the range and shoot a target 1000 yds away is unbelievable but that is exactly what we did. We both left the course excited about what we did and ready to go shooting again soon. I would highly recommend and can’t imagine why you would try to hunt without having had this course first.
Shooting School
The philosophy behind our long range shooting training is simple. Take our years of combined experience, pack it into two days, and use it for the rest of your life. Don’t book another hunt until you’ve taken this long range shooting course!
Long Range Rifles
See our full selection of long range precision rifles that we use at Thompson Long Range. After completing the long range shooting course, you have the option to purchase your Weatherby rifle.