Who
The Ranch Texas is a Tier-1 training facility serving OGAs, federal agencies, military units, law enforcement, first responders, and vetted civilians. Founded by Chad Timney—a former pro-shooter, law enforcement firearms instructor, executive protection experienced, and training facility developer with over 20 years of experience—The Ranch TX was designed to close the gap between flat-range training and real-world application.
The leadership and instructional cadre includes professionals with backgrounds in U.S. Special Operations, military, law enforcement, anti-trafficking, tactical medicine, firefighting, emergency response, K9 training, executive protection, and government program management. Programs are developed and delivered by subject matter experts with real-world operational experience.
The Ranch TX also supports government and agency training initiatives, offering scalable program development, interagency training environments, and mission-specific customization.
What
The Ranch TX is a 300+ acre tactical training complex delivering immersive, scenario-based training across multiple operational disciplines:
– Close Quarters Battle (CQB) & Small Unit Tactics (SUT)
– Firearms training (pistol, rifle, SPR/DMR, low-light, night operations)
– Force-on-force (UTM/SIMS) and live-fire CQB
– Mechanical, ballistic, and explosive breaching
– Tactical driving & high-threat mobility (executive protection / PSD)
– TCCC / TECC / CLS (NAEMT-aligned medical training)
– Fireground and multi-agency response training
– K9 training (obedience, behavior modification, protection, working dogs)
Law enforcement training programs are designed to support POST/TCOLE-aligned continuing education and real-world application, with an emphasis on integration across patrol, SWAT, tactical medics, and command-level decision-making.
The facility is purpose-built for realism, safety, and repeatability at scale. Infrastructure includes:
– 11,000 sq. ft. live-fire shoothouse (largest commercial in the U.S.A.)
– 175,000 sq. ft. urban training environment (MOUT site)
– 14 firearm ranges, including SPR tower (700+ yards)
– Vehicle mobility driving tracks (including WPS-certified asphalt track (U.S. State Department standard)
– Off-road mobility terrain and unimproved road course
– Breaching campus for mechanical, ballistic, and explosive entry
– Dedicated explosive training area with observation bunkers
– Field operations and HLZ/DZ capable training zones
– DoD-compliant and ATF-aligned armory and storage capabilities
In addition to training, The Ranch TX operates The Ranch Media—an in-house production arm that creates high-end, real-world content for defense, tactical, and outdoor brands. This allows companies to test, validate, and showcase equipment in authentic environments with real operators.
Where
The Ranch TX is located in Dilley, Texas, approximately 50 minutes south of the San Antonio airport.
The location provides a rare combination of scale, accessibility, and operational freedom—allowing units to conduct training that would be restricted or limited in most environments. Located in south Texas, its proximity to major military installations and law enforcement agencies makes it an ideal CONUS training destination.
On-site infrastructure includes lodging, dining, classrooms, and mission planning spaces, enabling full-spectrum, multi-day training evolutions for individual units or multi-agency operations.
When
The Ranch TX has rapidly evolved into a national-level training destination, supporting ongoing programs for military, federal, state, and local agencies, as well as private sector operators.
In addition to year-round training, The Ranch also hosts large-scale training events, including Police Week (May 14–17, 2026), a free national training symposium for sworn law enforcement. The event brings together instructors, agencies, and industry partners for multi-discipline training, operational collaboration, and knowledge exchange.
The facility continues to expand its infrastructure and program offerings to meet increasing demand for high-fidelity, scenario-based training environments.
Why
Because flat-range proficiency alone does not translate to real-world performance.
The Ranch TX exists to enhance survivability through realism, pressure, and repetition. Training is designed to force decision-making under stress, integrate multiple skillsets, and expose individuals and teams to the complexity of real-world environments.
Core training priorities include:
– Decision-making under pressure
– Integration of shooting, movement, communication, and medical response
– Low-light and limited-visibility operations
– Team-based problem solving in confined and dynamic environments
– Immediate feedback and after-action review (AAR)
The Ranch provides a controlled environment where units can safely train at a level that reflects real operational demands—without the limitations typically imposed by space, policy, or infrastructure.
When repetition meets realism, performance becomes instinct.
Website: RanchTX.org
Location: Dilley, Texas
Contact: [email protected]
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