Shoot houses are one of the only places where officers get to practice real interior problem-solving without the consequences of the real world attached to it. But a lot of teams are still training with assumptions that haven’t held up in years. Some of these myths seem harmless. Others directly slow down operator development.
CQB training only get better when teams train in spaces that feel real. A shoot house gives officers and tactical units a place to move, talk, and make decisions the same way they would inside homes, schools, and workplaces.
Close Quarters Battle (CQB) is where training meets consequence: practiced movements, clear comms, and decisive force stop threats quickly. CQB matters because when seconds count, preparation beats panic. This guide breaks down the definition, core principles, room-clearing drills, and the tools you’ll train with so you can make faster, safer decisions under pressure.
Most ranges still rely on plywood and improvised setups for barricade training.
Too often, law enforcement teams rely on setups that fall apart, creating more risk than realism. You need equipment that supports real skill-building, not just something to stand behind.
Close Quarters Battle (CQB) training can make or break a mission. A shoot house is a training structure designed to simulate real-life tactical scenarios. It’s where teams learn to handle intense, close-range encounters. But not all shoot houses are built the same. If yours is missing a few key factors, you’re not getting the most out of your training.
Choosing the right size for a tactical shoot house isn’t always straightforward. The space you pick shapes what you can practice, how realistic your drills are, and whether you’re getting the most out of your training. Whether you’re looking at a smaller setup or something with more room, each size has its pros and cons. So, how do you know which one is the best fit for you? Let’s break down the options to find out.
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Training environments matter. For law enforcement and military teams, the right setup can mean the difference between readiness and vulnerability. That’s where the Mobile Modular Shoot House (MMSH) from Kontek Industries comes in. Built for flexibility, safety, and realism, it’s redefining how agencies prepare for today’s most complex threats.
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Close Quarters Combat or Close Quarters Battle training involves the preparation of tactical teams for situations where a physical fight with firearms between multiple individuals at a particularly short range may occur. Shoot houses help enhance both the performance of tactical teams and the efficiency of their missions as they are configured to resemble residential, industrial, and commercial areas. Throughout training, ballistic shields can be implemented for various scenarios. Raids, high-risk search warrants, and active shooter situations can be practiced with ballistic shields using both offensive and defensive tactics. There are fundamental CQB principles alongside room clearing and target engagement that are among the most common practices for tactical teams when implementing a ballistic shield in a shoot house.
