The centre's main target audience is members of the Jaunsardze youth guard, secondary school pupils, students, National Guard members, National Armed Forces soldiers, State Police officers and others wishing to acquire drone operating skills. Pupils and Jaunsardze members will be given free training, while others can access programmes offering courses at various levels as well as individual lessons.Micro-class tactical drones were chosen because they are currently one of the most dynamic areas of drone technology. They are more compact, easier to transport and quicker to make ready for use, which makes them particularly suitable for tactical operations, reconnaissance and real-time situational assessment. These qualities have made them an essential tool in both civilian and military settings.Opening the centre, Jānis Asars, member of the board of the Drone House association, emphasised the importance of drone technology in the context of modern security and innovation:

"Drones matter more now than ever before – they have become an essential tool in both security and technological development. By opening the new drone competence centre, we want to draw young people into this rapidly growing industry, giving them the chance to learn the basics of drone operation and technology free of charge. The centre will offer a range of training programmes for both beginners and more experienced pilots, as well as special packages for companies training their staff. It is an investment in our shared future – in knowledge, security and innovation."

Māris Bruža, member of the board of the Drone House association, pointed out that drones are today an integral part of the modern battlefield:

"Drones are changing the battlefield every single day. They work and save soldiers' lives in both defence and attack. Drones carry out reconnaissance, destroy the enemy and handle supply tasks too. But behind every successful drone operation there is still a person. The well-trained soldier – the drone operator – has become a high-priority target on the battlefield. That is why, to prepare more fully for the harsh reality of the modern battlefield, training has to start as early as possible and continue all year round. The enclosed Drone House training centre will make up the training time lost during the long winter evenings."

The centre offers extensive training facilities both indoors and outdoors. The overall training infrastructure has been built to meet modern technical and safety requirements: indoors there is a 2500 m² training area, a 500 m² training area and a 50 m² classroom, along with a 10 000 m² outdoor training zone. Training will make use of simulators, soldering equipment and other technical solutions that allow participants to learn the fundamentals of both flying and building drones.
The centre's day-to-day operations will be run by the Drone Force Europe association, which has extensive experience in drone technology training. As the chairman of the association's board, Viesturs Silenieks, points out, Drone House is the first training ground of its kind in any NATO country:

"The training ground was initiated by security professionals who use unmanned systems to carry out professional tasks. Drone House is unique in that a public organisation, with the aim of strengthening national security, has created an opportunity for military personnel to practise – including NATO soldiers stationed in Latvia, National Guard members, Jaunsardze members and staff of civilian security structures. This is the first drone training ground of its kind in any NATO country where exercises can be carried out both indoors and outdoors under the guidance of experienced instructors."

The training programmes cover FPV drone piloting as well as drone building and soldering, along with quadcopter flying courses. Theory lessons range from 4 to 10 hours, while practical skills will be taught over 8 to 40 hours. Courses will last an average of 20 hours in total. Training will be organised in groups according to participants' prior knowledge and skills, though an individual approach is also available.
The training centre places particular emphasis on educating young people. Information on registering for free lessons will be available on the website dronehouse.lv, and Drone House is already working with the Jaunsardze Centre, which has expressed interest in organising joint training.Working with micro-class drones also develops technical thinking, spatial awareness, digital and engineering skills, as well as teamwork and a responsible approach to the use of technology. These skills are in high demand in IT and engineering as well as in the security and logistics sectors, helping young people to see future career opportunities.The centre's principal financial backer is Latvijas Finieris, which has previously provided one of the largest packages of support for Ukraine in Latvia and is now investing to strengthen Latvia's drone piloting capabilities.
Uldis Biķis, chairman of the supervisory board of AS Latvijas Finieris:

"This is a time when security and independence are no longer solely the concern of state institutions – they are a shared responsibility for us all. By supporting the creation of Drone House, we are investing in the knowledge and skills of the new generation, which will strengthen Latvia's security and technological readiness. Our goal is that, from now on, at least 50 000 people across Latvia learn the basics of drone technology every year and become part of a unified drone training ecosystem. Only in this way can we ensure that Latvia not only keeps pace with the times, but also helps to shape the future of security and innovation itself.
We also encourage other businesses to get involved – to use their own property for drone piloting training and to create places where young people and professionals can safely develop their skills. Together we can build a secure, knowledgeable and well-educated society that is ready for the challenges of the future!"