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Whether you're preparing patrol officers, SWAT teams, narcotics units, or federal task forces, our training grounds, instructors, and curriculum are designed to elevate performance, improve survivability, and strengthen public safety outcomes. From urban structure clearing to vehicle containment and surveillance operations, The Ranch is the training partner law enforcement leaders trust.
Why Law Enforcement Agencies Train at The Ranch TX
Purpose-Built Training Grounds
Indoor and outdoor shoot houses, MOUT site, vehicle mobility tracks, breaching stations, flat ranges, and more.
24/7 Unrestricted Access
No noise or light restrictions; train day or night, including low/no-light and night vision operations.
Immersive Real-World Scenarios
Simulate the chaos and complexity of real calls with live role players, opposing force (OPFOR), and scenario-based evolutions.
Lodging & Meals On-Site
Minimize logistical overhead with convenient, affordable bunkhouse lodging and on-site catering options.
Collaboration with Experts
Train alongside seasoned instructors, vetted by years of law enforcement, SWAT, federal, and military operations experience.
NAEMT Certified Facility
Host to nationally recognized medical and tactical response certifications.
Custom Training Options
We work with departments to build custom programs based on mission needs, capabilities, and readiness goals.
Featured Course: Vehicle Containment Technique (VCT)
Next VCT Course Date: June 2-4, 2025
Hosted at The Ranch TX
Developed and taught by seasoned Houston Police Department instructors with decades of experience and more than 60 successful VCT operations, this course equips officers with the skills and confidence to stop violent felony suspects with speed and precision—while minimizing risk to the public.
Sworn Law Enforcement Only
Train in one of the most advanced and effective suspect apprehension tactics in law enforcement: the Vehicle Containment Technique (VCT).
Upcoming Law Enforcement Training Courses
VCT: Vehicle-Borne Operations - Covert to Contact
VCT: Vehicle-Borne Operations - Covert to Contact
VCT: Vehicle-Borne Operations - Covert to Contact
3-Day Course | $1,200
June 2–4, 2025
Train in high-level surveillance, vehicle containment techniques (VCT), night operations, and live-fire contact drills. A must for fugitive apprehension and intel teams.
Basic Tactical Pistol & Rifle Class
VCT: Vehicle-Borne Operations - Covert to Contact
VCT: Vehicle-Borne Operations - Covert to Contact
1–2 Day Course | $700/day or $1,200 for both days
July 7–8, 2025
Refine combat shooting fundamentals for pistol and rifle with HPD's J.B. Fenwick. Covers stance, grip, reloading, malfunctions, and stress-based drills.
Basic Warrant Service
VCT: Vehicle-Borne Operations - Covert to Contact
Tactical Counter Ambush
2-Day Course | $1,000
July 14–15, 2025
Master arrest warrant operations through tactical planning, suspect workups, room entry techniques, and live role-player scenarios.
Tactical Counter Ambush
VCT: Vehicle-Borne Operations - Covert to Contact
Tactical Counter Ambush
2-Day Course | $1,000
July 21–22, 2025
Learn how to recognize, avoid, and fight through vehicle ambushes. Includes classroom sessions, live-fire drills, tactical medical response, and force-on-force scenarios.
Surveillance: Hiding in Plain Sight
Surveillance: Hiding in Plain Sight
Surveillance: Hiding in Plain Sight
2-Day Course | $1,000
Dates TBA
Train in advanced surveillance tactics including mobile, static, and freeway tracking. This immersive course covers pre-op planning, technology usage, and communication protocols.
Tactical Competency Course
Surveillance: Hiding in Plain Sight
Surveillance: Hiding in Plain Sight
5-Day Course | $2,500
Dates TBA
Prepare for full-time or reserve SWAT/SRT roles. Includes breaching, team movement, live-fire, vehicle operations, and covert scenario-based training.
Law Enforcement Training Programs
CQB & Structure Clearing
Train your team in our 11,000 sq. ft. live-fire shoothouse and urban MOUT site. Develop team-based entry tactics, threshold assessment, room clearing, and low-light movement.
Surveillance & Counter-Surveillance Operations
From mobile surveillance to dismounted and urban tracking, our expert-led courses teach covert methods that are proven effective in high-threat environments.
Active Shooter & Tactical Response Training
Simulate real-world active threat scenarios using role players and live simulation rounds to sharpen response time, communication, and threat engagement.
Shooting Around Vehicles & Ambush Response
Train for worst-case encounters with vehicle-based drills and real-world positioning around cover and concealment. Our facilities include dedicated vehicle ranges and force-on-force capabilities.
Human Trafficking Interdiction Programs
We are actively developing new programs in collaboration with federal and local experts focused on human trafficking detection, intervention, and suspect apprehension.
Medical & Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TCCC / TECC)
As an NAEMT-certified facility, The Ranch offers trauma-informed medical training for officers operating in high-threat environments.
Who Trains at The Ranch TX
▪️ Municipal and County Police Departments
▪️ Sheriff’s Offices and Jail Tactical Response Teams
▪️ SWAT and Special Response Teams
▪️ State Investigative and Highway Patrol Units
▪️ Federal Law Enforcement and Task Forces
▪️ Fusion Centers and Multi-Agency Operations Teams
We’re proud to support local, state, and federal agencies who are committed to tactical excellence and professional development.
World-Class Training Facilities
11,000 Sq. Ft. Live-Fire Shoothouse
The largest commercial live-fire shoothouse in the U.S., supporting explosive breaching, tactical entries, and force-on-force engagements.
MOUT (Military Operations on Urban Terrain) Site
Urban training complex designed for operational scenarios, including executive protection, surveillance, and counter-surveillance.
Explosives Magazine & Breaching Area
Dedicated breaching campus for mechanical, ballistic, and explosive entry training.
Tactical Driving & Vehicle Mobility Training
Two high-speed road courses and off-road terrain designed for evasive driving, protective mobility, and convoy operations.
Outdoor Ranges
Pistol, rifle, and precision shooting ranges, including a 550-yard SPR tower.
DoD-Compliant Weapon Storage Facility
Secure, on-site armory and storage for sensitive equipment and training assets.
Plan Your Training at The Ranch TX
▪️ Full-time safety officers and support staff
▪️ On-site lodging ($75/night) and catering options
▪️ Customizable courses and facility rentals available
▪️ Located 1 hour south of San Antonio, TX right off I-35
▪️ Secure, private training campus with over 300 acres of space
Contact us today to book your department’s next training or host a multi-agency event.
The Ranch TX: Built for Real-World Training
We don’t simulate the real world—we train in it. Let’s build your next-level law enforcement training program today.
Group & Private Training Available
We offer custom private courses for agencies, security teams, and corporate groups, as well as open enrollment classes for individuals.
Vehicles Available for Training
We provide access to a diverse fleet of training vehicles, including:
✔ Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Sedans
✔ All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Sedans & SUVs
✔ Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) SUVs & Pickup Trucks
✔ Armored SUVs
Realistic OPFOR for Law Enforcement Training
Train against real threats—with real-world pressure. At The Ranch TX, our professional OPFOR role players simulate violent suspects, high-risk scenarios, and unpredictable encounters to help law enforcement teams build confidence and make better decisions under stress.
▪️ Professionally trained role players
▪️ Realistic suspect behaviors and reactions
▪️ Dynamic scenarios: felony stops, DV calls, barricaded suspects, and more
▪️ Use of non-lethal training weapons (SIMS, UTM, Airsoft)
Every rep is designed to challenge your team’s communication, coordination, and tactical execution—because in the field, there are no second chances.
Why Choose The Ranch?
Authentic, Real-World Training Scenarios
Authentic, Real-World Training Scenarios
Authentic, Real-World Training Scenarios
Designed to replicate high-threat operational environments
Customizable Training Options
Authentic, Real-World Training Scenarios
Authentic, Real-World Training Scenarios
Adapt facilities to your specific mission set and skill requirements
Elite-Level Instruction
Authentic, Real-World Training Scenarios
Fully Immersive Tactical Experience
Learn from Tier 1 military, law enforcement, and tactical training professionals
Fully Immersive Tactical Experience
Authentic, Real-World Training Scenarios
Fully Immersive Tactical Experience
Train day and night, in high-pressure, realistic settings