High Angle
Sniper Training (HAST)

Course Description

This course is designed for trained snipers of various skill levels.  Attendees will train the necessary tactics, techniques, and procedures used to deliver precision fire from concealed positions within a mountainous environment. Training will consist of classroom instruction (minimal), zero and true verification, data gathering at various ranges, high angle target engagement, stress shoot events, live fire mountain stalks, enemy sniper point of origin scenario, team competitions, and free shooting time to review any subject covered in the course.

Course Objectives

• Conduct live fire mountain stalks while remaining undetected
  
• Construct mountain hide-sites
  
• Identify enemy sniper point of origin within a mountainous environment
  
• Engage multiple targets using the high angle formula
  
• Engage multiple targets using alternate shooting positions
  
• Complete the Target Acquisition Drill (TAD) with a score of 80 or better
  
• Demonstrate mountain sniper techniques and procedures during team shooting competitions
  

Course Duration

10 training days (2 weeks)