FAQ
Everything you need to know
Do I need prior weapons experience?
No you don't need any prior weapons experience. We will take you through the basics step by step and build on them.
You will however need to start at Level one as this is where the foundations are set to build onto more advanced modules.
I have prior military experience. Do I have to start at Level 1?
No, if you have prior military experience in the armed forces in a 'Combat Regiment' or 'Police Firearms Unit' you do not need to do Level one. However if you were not in a combat unit you will need to do level one. Examples of a combat unit: Infantry, SF, SOF, Artillery, Armour, Cavalry, Police CERT, Police Armed Response.
If you are unsure please contact us and a member of the team will be happy to help.
What Should I Bring?
We will provide you with all uniforms, hat and tactical equipment required for the course. (Ladies, please wear comfortable, suitable activewear for underneath your combat uniform as there are limited changing facilities).
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Comfortable pair of hiking boots or trainers, ideally dark in colour. (No safety boots!)
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Large water bottle (full)
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Personal medication
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Sunglasses
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Sunscreen
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Waterproof/Gore-Tex jacket, (we won't stop for light rain)
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Lunch & Snacks. You will get a chance to leave or Uber Eats during lunch break
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Stunt Logbook & pen if applicable
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Good attitude and heaps of enthusiasm
***DO NOT BRING ANY OF YOUR OWN FIREARMS OR BLADED WEAPONS (REAL OR IMITATION) TO ANY OF OUR COURSES UNLESS SPECIFICALLY REQUESTED TO BY A SENIOR INSTRUCTOR.***
Under 18s
Unfortunately because of the nature of the course we Do Not except candidates under 18 years of age for our Level 1& 2 course.
However we can do basic training with candidates under the age of 18 years of age if it is required by a production.
For this to happen we would require a meeting with the production and the performer's parents or legal guardians to discuss our options in more detail.
Do I Need To Be Super Fit?
No you don't have to be athlete fit. However a high all round level of fitness is required. You will be expected to move and adopt varies firing positions with a weapon. You will also be carrying kit for long periods of time. This will also include many repetitions of laying in the prone position, quickly jumping up and straight into a full sprint, manoeuvring around objects, carrying other people all whilst carrying kit and weapons. We will not push you to an unsafe physical or mental limit as your safety is paramount. However please don't underestimate the course as it will be physical by nature.
Will I Pass The Course Just By Attending?
The answer to this is No. At the end of this course you will not be expected to be trained soldier. The course is designed to allow you to be safe and deliver a better performance on set. You will be evaluated from the moment you arrive until the moment the course ends. You will Not be failed if you struggle or don't pick up the certain techniques and drills. But you will be failed if we deem you to be a serious safety concern. Stunt co-ordinators and productions will refer to ask about our students performances and if we recommend them for certain rolls. We will give our honest opinion and recommendations to them. If we train you and you pass the course it means we have given you our stamp of approval. So stunt co-ordinators and productions need to trust that if a performer has attended our training course then they will conduct themselves in a disciplined manner and they can be trusted with a firearm.
Deposits & Refunds
We except $100.00 deposits on all of our courses. The deposits are non-refundable unless we cancel the course.
If we cancel the course, your whole deposit will be paid back to you, no questions asked!
We know unfortunate events happen in life so if you have a genuine reason you can't make the course please contact us asap and we will try to get you on a later course so you don't lose any money.
Accommodation & Food
Level 1 is a locally held (Gold Coast, QLD) one day course so there will not be any overnight accommodation provided. Basic facilities are available.
Level 2 course includes accommodation and all meals. The entire course is 100% self contained in our incredible rural scenic training area so you don't need to worry about any of that. the accommodation is dorm style with ladies and gentlemen have separate dorms. There will be hot showers, toilet and wash facilities on site in the accommodation block so don't forget your towel and toiletries kit. If you have any dietary requirements or allergies please let us know. All associated costs are include in the total course price so no extra money will be requested.
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