Theatrical Weapons Training Courses

Theatrical Weapons Training - Level I (Fundamentals) 2 Days (£295)
14-15 April 2026 - Ashford, Kent
20-21 May 2026 - Ashford, Kent
24-25 June 2026 - Ashford , Kent

Upon successful completion of the Level I-Fundamentals Course, participants will be added to our Specialist Supporting Artiste portfolio accessed by our trusted casting agencies.

 

Our 2 day course delivered by ex-British Army infantry instructors covers the following:

 

  • Learn fundamental weapon safety principles and UK on-set legal considerations
  • Identify and understand different on set weapons and ammunition types
  • Safe pistol and rifle handling- Normal Safety Precautions, loading, unloading, firing drills
  • Correct use of cover and safe firing techniques from cover positions
  • Safe rifle to pistol transition drills
  • Controlled tactical movement with pistol and rifle
  • How to portray realistic character behaviour under varying roles and stress conditions
  • Build competence and confidence through practical, scenario-based exercises
  • Opportunities to take professional photos and build your showreel.

All equipment, lunch, tea/coffee is provided during the course.

 

 

Why book with us:

 

Become weapons-competent, not just costume-ready – Learn fundamental weapon safety, UK on-set legal requirements, and how to handle pistols and rifles correctly and confidently.

 

✅ Train like productions expect you to perform – Practise NSPs, loading, unloading, firing drills, tactical movement, and realistic rifle-to-pistol transitions in controlled, scenario-based exercises.

 

Deliver authentic on-screen performance – Portray believable armed roles under stress, use cover correctly, and move with purpose -the details that make you stand out to stunt teams and directors.

 

Understand the kit, not just carry it – Identify different on-set weapons and ammunition types so you look and behave like someone who truly knows what they’re holding.

 

Join our Specialist Supporting Artiste List – Successful completion of Level I – Fundamentals means eligibility for our exclusive Specialist Supporting Artiste list, opening doors to higher-level bookings.

 

Increase your upgrade potential – Weapons-trained Artistes are far more likely to be selected for featured, tactical, or action-driven roles on major productions.

 

Build real confidence – Gain hands-on experience in a professional, safety-focused environment designed to raise your competence and credibility on set.

 

Just turn up ready to train – All equipment, plus lunch and refreshments, are provided — so you can focus entirely on levelling up your skills.

Theatrical Weapons Training - Level II (Advanced) 2 Days
Dates-TBC
£345

During our 2 day course you will cover the following:

  • Pistols and Rifle Drills Revision
  • Close Quarter Battle (CQB) Drills
  • Room Clearance Drills
  • Arrest Procedures inc restraints and terminology
  • Final Test Scenarios

All equipment, lunch, tea/coffee is provided during the course.

 

You must have attended our Level I-Fundamentals Course to be eligible for Level II-Advanced Course

 

 

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