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Shoothouse Training at The Ranch TX

The Ranch TX is home to the largest commercial live-fire Shoothouse in the United States, designed to provide realistic, high-intensity CQB training for law enforcement, military units, security professionals, and responsible civilians.

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Master Close Quarters Battle (CQB)

This 11,000 sq. ft. multi-level facility allows for dynamic, force-on-force engagements, low-light scenarios, and mission-based drills in an environment that replicates real-world urban structures. Whether you’re refining your room-clearing tactics, team coordination, or close-quarters combat (CQB) skills, the Shoothouse at The Ranch TX offers an unmatched training experience that pushes your tactical capabilities to the next level.

Why Train at The Ranch TX Shoothouse?

Realistic CQB Training

Close Quarters Battle (CQB) requires speed, precision, and coordination in confined spaces. Our Shoothouse is designed to replicate real-world CQB environments, supporting law enforcement, SWAT, military, security, and civilian defensive training. Whether you’re training for high-risk warrant service, home defense, active shooter response, or military operations, our facility provides a safe yet highly realistic training space to refine tactical movement, team coordination, and critical decision-making skills.

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Facility Features & Capabilities

The Shoothouse at The Ranch TX offers unmatched size, versatility, and unrestricted 24/7 access, ensuring real-world, scenario-based CQB training at any time.


• 11,000 sq. ft. multi-level live-fire Shoothouse – The largest commercial Shoothouse in the U.S.


• Controlled lighting system – Train day or night with full illumination, low-light, or no-light conditions.


• 24/7 access – No noise restrictions or time limitations—train whenever your mission demands.


• Customizable layouts – Multiple movable walls and furniture allow for adaptive room-clearing scenarios, hostage rescue drills, and team-based tactics.


• Breaching capabilities – Multiple mechanical, ballistic, and explosive breach points for realistic entry drills.


• Live-fire & force-on-force capable – Supports Simunition®, UTM®, airsoft, and marking rounds for non-lethal scenario-based training.


• Multi-angle engagement zones – Hallways, stairwells, and multiple entry points allow for dynamic, 360-degree threat engagements.


• Integrated shoot/no-shoot targets – Develop threat identification and engagement skills in high-pressure environments.


• Catwalk observation deck – Enables real-time instructor feedback, debriefing, and scenario analysis.



This one-of-a-kind Shoothouse ensures individuals and teams can refine realistic CQB techniques, enhance tactical decision-making, and perform under high-stress conditions.

Who Trains at The Ranch TX Shoothouse?

Law Enforcement & SWAT Teams

Police departments and tactical units utilize our CQB Shoothouse for high-risk warrant service, hostage rescue, and active shooter response training. Officers refine entry tactics, room clearing, and team coordination in a realistic training environment.

Military, Federal Agencies, & Gov Contractors

Special Operations Forces (SOF), U.S. Marshals, FBI HRT, Border Patrol, DEA, and other federal entities train at The Ranch TX to hone CQB proficiency in high-threat environments. Our facility supports mission-specific scenario training to prepare operators for urban warfare, counterterrorism operations, and direct-action engagements.

Security & Executive Protection Teams

Protective security teams train here to sharpen decision-making, defensive tactics, and high-stakes security maneuvers in an urban threat environment.

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Responsible Armed Citizens

Civilians can experience CQB training through our Open Enrollment Classes designed to develop home defense strategies, movement tactics, and precision shooting in confined spaces.

Open Enrollment Classes

Core Shoothouse Training Disciplines

Room Clearing & Dynamic Entry

Master single-man and team-based entry techniques, including threshold assessment, stealth entry, and aggressive dynamic breach tactics.

Target Discrimination & Shoot/No-Shoot Scenarios

Train in threat identification and engagement to develop split-second decision-making skills and threat engagement skills.

Low-Light & No-Light Operations

Operate in reduced visibility environments, utilizing weapon-mounted lights, NVGs, and tactical illumination techniques to gain the upper hand in low-light encounters.

Force-on-Force Training

Engage in realistic close-quarters engagements using simunition, UTM rounds, or airsoft for full-contact scenario training.

Home Defense & Active Shooter Response

Learn how to move through structures safely, set up defensive positions, and respond effectively to home invasion or public attack scenarios.

Real-World Scenario-Based Training with OPFOR

At The Ranch TX, we enhance training realism by incorporating Opposing Force (OPFOR) role players and immersive training techniques.


✔ Professional Role Players – Trained actors and security professionals to simulate realistic threat environments.


✔ Training Props & Simulation Weapons – Blue Guns, SIMS/FX, and non-lethal training munitions for force-on-force engagements.


✔ Foreign Language Capabilities – Realistic operational scenarios featuring language-specific adversaries and role players for enhanced realism.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at Chad@RanchTX.org if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Close Quarters Battle (CQB) is a specialized combat skill set for engaging threats inside buildings, vehicles, or other confined spaces. It requires precision, speed, and tactical awareness to eliminate threats effectively while minimizing risks to teammates and bystanders. Read More About CQB


Our Shoothouse is available for law enforcement, military, private security, and civilians through agency training, private group courses, and open enrollment classes. See Our Open Enrollment Class Schedule


• Live-fire (designated areas only)

• Simunition / UTM rounds for force-on-force scenarios

• Airsoft & non-lethal training rounds for scenario-based exercises


Yes. Our Shoothouse is equipped for low-light and no-light training, allowing students to practice weapon-mounted light techniques and night vision applications.


Yes. We offer customized private training for individuals, teams, and organizations. Contact us to book one-on-one instruction or group training.


Yes. While some law enforcement and military courses are restricted, we offer open enrollment classes that cover home defense, close-quarters tactics, Shoothouse safety, and movement through structures.

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Train in a World-Class Shoothouse at The Ranch TX

The Ranch TX provides turnkey security operations training solutions, combining elite instruction, immersive environments, and advanced tactical facilities. Whether you’re training for executive protection, asset recovery, CQB, or high-risk security operations, our programs are designed to elevate your skill set and operational effectiveness.


Our state-of-the-art Shoothouse is one of the best CQB training environments in the country, designed for law enforcement, military, and responsible armed civilians.


✔ Refine your close-quarters battle skills

✔ Enhance threat identification and team coordination

✔ Train in the most realistic CQB setting available


Ready to train? Book your next Shoothouse session today.

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The Ranch TX: The Premier Tactical Training Facility in South Texas

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    At The Ranch TX, you’re not just training—you’re stepping into a fully immersive environment designed for peak performance, precision, and innovation. Whether you’re here to train, create, or compete, our state-of-the-art facilities and expert instructors provide an unmatched experience.


    Have questions? Whether you’re looking to book a class, schedule a private training event, or explore what we offer, our team is ready to assist. Reach out today!

    The Ranch TX

    10700 I-35, Dilley, TX 78017, USA

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    The Ranch, LLC.
    10700 S. IH 35, Dilley, TX 78017


    The Ranch TX is a 300-acre premier tactical training facility located just one hour south of San Antonio, Texas. We offer advanced tactical training and real-world scenario-based courses for military, law enforcement, private security teams, and advanced civilian students, supported by world-class instructors and purpose-built facilities.


    Email: Chad@RanchTX.org


    Call: Chad Timney – (702) 682-3475


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