Low Light Engagements

This training is suitable for competent shooters, and safe weapons handling is vital. Students will learn the theory of low-light tactics, along with techniques for using both handheld and weapon mounted lights. The training will focus on how the environment and conditions dictate the tactics and methods. Decreased visibility increases the difficulty of threat identification and the importance of using cover. A demonstration of various tactical lights will be given along with an object identification exercise.  

Students have the option to train with only their handgun or both handgun and carbine. Class times will span both daylight and nighttime hours so students will have the opportunity to practice the skills and tactics during the daylight before applying them in a low-light environment. Low-light scenarios will provide opportunities for students to apply identification, movement, and cover skills.  

Prerequisite: Students should have established fundamentals and weapons handling skills. Adherence to safety protocols is mandatory. For the safety of all participants, major safety violations or uncorrected minor violations will result in removal from training.

Safe weapons handling is more important than your marksmanship skills.

Attendees exhibiting unsafe weapons handling will be removed from training without a refund.

Range Location

  • TDSA Texas Defensive Shooting Academy (Outdoor)
    1125 Wolf Springs Rd. E.
    Ferris, TX
    75125

Course Outline

  • Ready & Carry Positions 

  • Handheld Light Techniques

  • Reloading & Malfunction Clearances (with Handheld Lights) 

  • Carbine Transitions to Handgun

  • Using Cover in both Daylight and Low-Light 

  • Using Light with Movement

  • Positive Threat Identification

Equipment Needed

  • Handgun with 3 magazines

  • Duty Belt with Pouches (if worn)

  • Vest - if normally worn

  • Holster* (Safe weapon specific)

  • 400 rounds total of pistol and/or rifle ammo

  • Hearing and Eye Protection 

  • Handheld tactical light

  • Weapon Mounted Lights - if preferred

  • Clothing Suitable for Weather Outdoors

  • Lunch

Optional Carbine Equipment

  • Semi Auto Rifle with 3 Magazines

  • Mag Pouch

  • Sling (Tactical Preferred)

  • Plate Carrier

*For Safety - Holster must be sturdy, rigid, and maintain an open shape when the gun is drawn. Sturdy leather or kydex construction is recommended. Retention is not necessary. Either IWB (Inside Waistband) or OWB (Outside Waistband) are acceptable. Serpa Holsters are NOT allowed.

To see our full list of holster requirements please click here

Group 6 Supplied Equipment

  • Targets

  • Range Supplies

  • Training Aids

  • Water 

Range Information

TDSA is an outdoor range in the elements. The ground dirt can get muddy when it rains, please be aware of the weather when dressing. There is not a store or facilities other than a porta-potty. Bring comfort items like sunscreen, bug spray, portable chairs, and for longer training, food or snacks.

Safety Policy

Conditioning safe shooters is a mission we take very seriously. Safety is important during training to avoid accidents but safe weapons handling must be conditioned for it become habitual under stress. Each class and lesson begins with a safety brief to establish expectations and consequences for unsafe behavior. Minor violations are common in the beginning and will be remediated. Major violations can result in termination of training or removal from group classes.