LONE OPERATOR CAPE TOWN
Thank you for your interest in the Lone Operator course. Please read through the info before you register.
By now you would have picked up what this course is about and the commitment that will be required from your side. If you are still unsure, read the full details – click here
WHAT NEXT
If you are unsure what to expect, please read the previous page again. If you are keen to go ahead, please pay the fee as per below and complete the registration form below. Ensure that you are setup on WhatsApp to be added to a WA group, as we will correspond all detail on said Whatsapp Group. (note that the group will be set up about 3 weeks from kick off date)
WHAT TO BRING
First off – bring a positive attitude, open and willing to learn.
Bring your handgun, magazines, ammo, eye and ear protection, a proper holster and a proper belt. Ensure you can do a basic fitness test – 2.4km run, push-ups, pullups, situps etc.
WHAT TO LEAVE
Any Rambo, know-it-all attitudes and mindset.
To apply you will need to be medically fit enough to do exercise and to be able to pass a basic army fitness test. You will also need to own your own, licensed handgun.
What You Get When You Join Us In Cape Town
3 Months FREE Expert legal and liability cover when you need it most.
Firearms Guardian is a ground-breaking legal protection insurance package for lawfully armed citizens. Whether for self-defence, accidental discharge, hunting accidents and more, including Firearms Control Act related prosecution, we can cover you. You get 3 months free cover when you join Lone Operator
The fitness benchmark is not there to disqualify you from the course.
There are no fitness qualification requirements to enroll on Lone Operator other than functional fitness.
A few important notes on the fitness component of Lone Operator.
Fitness is not a disqualifier. However, you will be expected to participate in the fitness exercises during each module. It also forms part of your overall assessment and becomes increasingly relevant in the later, more tactical modules.
Why fitness matters
Fitness is not separate from self-defence—it is a core part of it.
If you cannot move, you cannot fight. If you cannot sustain effort under stress, your skillset falls apart.
We focus on functional fitness. This means training your body to perform under real-world conditions—not just lifting weights or running, but building the ability to:
- Move efficiently in and out of shooting positions
- Get to and from cover quickly
- Control your breathing and heart rate under pressure
- Maintain strength and coordination while fatigued
In a real situation, you may need to sprint, drop, get up, move laterally, or hold awkward positions—all while thinking and making decisions.
There is also a physiological reality: the fitter you are, the better your body handles trauma. A stronger, more conditioned body manages stress better and can, in very real terms, give you more time when things go wrong.
Session One’s fitness will be taken as a benchmark.
It is not a disqualifier of any kind. You compete against yourself.
The test consists of:
- 2.4 km run – your time is recorded
- Sit-ups – max reps over 2 minutes
- Push-ups – max reps over 1 minute
- Pull-ups – max full reps (no time limit)
- Shuttle runs – 25m x 10, timed
All of the above contributes to a score out of 100, which serves as your benchmark for the year.
You need at least your own licensed handgun, 3 x mags and proper holsters with good retention for both gun and mags. You will also need a good quality belt to ensure your gun sits sturdy on your person. Proper range attire, hardworking clothes and closed shoes. Proper ear and eye protection. You cannot shoot with your normal reading or sun glasses. You need ballistic protection. Sunblock, hat and your own chair. And also your own food and drinks for a long day. Watch the video below.
The course will cost you R1100 pm over 12 months (R500 Deposit Secures Your Spot). Included in this fee is the main session’s range fee.
Included in this fee are the following
1. Range fees for the Lone Operator program (1 session per month)
2. Access our online portal with videos and notes on lessons
3. Lone Operator Cap
4. Free access to some of Fortis’ online courses
5. Discount on Fortis Stand Alone courses (where applicable)
Excluded from this fee are the following
1. Travelling to and from venues used for training
2. Ammunition needed for training
3. Range fees for courses outside the normal program
4. Any kit needed over and above what you currently have
5. Food and drinks
You will be informed on your team WhatsApp group what is needed for each session, including attire. Range clothes will be pants, a shirt, and closed shoes. Remember we are shooting from all positions so your clothes must be able to handle dirt and wear and tear. A hat and personal protection for ears and eyes are compulsory. For best pricing speak to CHS Guns for kit and equipment and ask for your Lone Operator discount. (note: they don’t offer discount on all products). Sunblock can help.
Included in your monthly payment is your main session’s range fee. Any other sessions you attend you will need to pay the range fee on the day in cash.
You must supply your own ammo. Once again, contact CHS Guns in this regard – https://chsguns.co.za/contact-us/
You can work on 100 rounds per session – sometimes 150 sometimes 50 – average it out on 100 rounds per session
We will mainly be using Somerset West Pistol Club https://maps.app.goo.gl/zV2BpUNbn2QSp7L29 . But be willing to travel in case we need to move a session to another range.
The program runs over a 12-month period – with 1 session on a Saturday, per month as the base.
The first 11 sessions are just 1 day (set aside the whole day for them) and 1 module is a night shoot.
The 12th session is a day/night session and culminates the course.
You can catch up on a session with another group IF there is another group nearby that does the same session. You can also catch up sessions in Gauteng if and when you visit.
Payment is made on a monthly basis irrespective of whether you miss the session or not, payment is due, and you will then have to catch up on missed sessions with other groups as stated above.
In Cape Town, the possibility of catch-up sessions is very rare. And if available, we will have to charge for that session in full. The reason why we can keep the program cost-effective is all about the numbers. The range and instructor are booked 12 months in advance, so if we have to book the instructor for any other dates, it will depend on availability as well as the instructor’s daily fee. Dates are set 12 months in advance, so please book accordingly. Missing a session will not disqualify you from the course, but may mean you will have to wait another year for catch-ups when we run a new group.
You can catch up on a session with another group IF there is another group nearby that does the same session. You can also catch up sessions in Gauteng if and when you visit.
Payment is made on a monthly basis irrespective of whether you miss the session or not, payment is due, and you will then have to catch up on missed sessions with other groups as stated above.
100% Money-Back Guarantee For Lone Operator Program
We are committed to your success and satisfaction with our 12-Month Lone Operator Program No Risk Guarantee.
To ensure your confidence in this program, we offer a comprehensive 100% Money-Back Guarantee if you are not a better shooter after 12 months. (*T’s and C’s Apply)
Cape Town: R1100 per month over 12 months.
*Costs may differ from province to province – click the individual page to see the costs for that province.
In Cape Town we don’t have the luxury of our own range, and we have smaller groups than in Gauteng, hence a more expensive monthly payment.
Lone Operator Cape Town In Conjunction With Wild Medix And CHS Guns
Meet Your Instructors
Note that we will be servicing Cape Town with our Level 2 and 3 instructors from Gauteng. This ensures that you will get the full proper LO experience
Roux
Andre
Scott
Jaco
Francois
Dirk
Gerhard
Walt
Your Lone Operator journey starts inside the FORTIS HUB
After clicking the application button below, you’ll be guided through your course selection, dates, and payment on the FORTIS HUB Lone Operator Application page.
Fortis Hub At Your Fingertips
– Anywhere, Anytime
Train with structure, not guesswork Follow a clear progression instead of just “going to the range”
Know exactly what to do next Your upcoming training, modules, and sessions in one place
Track your real progress See where you’re improving — and where you’re falling short
Stop wasting range time Every session has a purpose, focus, and measurable outcomes
Access your training anytime Drills, lessons, and content available when you need it
Stay accountable No more drifting — you always know where you stand
Train like it matters Build skills that actually transfer under pressure
Be part of something structured Not just random shooting — a system that builds capability
Everything in one place Accounts, billing, support, calendars, courses, progression, evaluations, credits, bookings, and it even predicts the weather.
Turn ownership into competence – Having a firearm is step one — this is where it becomes a skill
(select from the available Cape Town starts)