The Bayou Gunner Team – La Concealed Carry Permit

At Bayou Gunner, we are proud to have a team of highly skilled and experienced instructors specializing in La Concealed Carry Permit Training and who are passionate about firearms training, personal safety, and responsible gun ownership. Our instructors have extensive knowledge in a variety of areas, including firearm safety, defensive shooting techniques, self-defense strategies, and Louisiana laws and regulations. They are committed to creating a safe and supportive learning environment for all students, whether you are a beginner or an experienced shooter.

Meet our lead instructor:

FRANK KING
Senior Instructor/Consultant/Owner

Frank has extensive experience in firearms training, La Concealed Carry Permit Training and self-defense instruction. He is a certified NRA, USCCA and Louisiana State Police Certified instructor and has completed advanced training courses in defensive shooting techniques. Frank’s expertise lies in teaching individuals with varying skill levels, providing a solid foundation for beginners and helping experienced shooters refine their techniques. With his calm and patient approach, John focuses on building students’ confidence and ensuring they develop the necessary skills for responsible gun ownership and personal safety.

Frank’s passion for teaching and dedication to his craft has earned him a reputation for being approachable, knowledgeable, and attentive to his students’ needs. His ability to adapt his teaching style to different learning styles and abilities ensures that every student receives the best possible instruction and support.

Bayou Gunner works with a team of associate/guest instructors collaboratively to provide a diverse range of expertise and perspectives in our training programs. They continuously update their skills and knowledge by staying informed about the latest industry trends, attending advanced training courses, and participating in professional development activities.

Rest assured that when you train with Bayou Gunner, you are learning from instructors who are not only experts in their field but also genuinely care about your safety and success. They are committed to helping you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate the world of firearms responsibly and confidently.

>> Are you interested in becoming a guest instructor or co-instructing a course? Contact Us and let us know!

 

Frank King

  • Senior Instructor/Consultant/Owner
  • USCCA Training Counselor
  • NRA Chief Range Safety Officer
  • Louisiana State Police CCHP Instructor

 

 
 
 
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS RECEIVED
La Concealed Carry Permit
NRA CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR
La Concealed Carry Permit
NRA CERTIFIED CHIEF RANGE SAFETY OFFICER
La Concealed Carry Permit
NRA REFUSE TO BE A VICTIM INSTRUCTOR
 
La Concealed Carry Permit
USCCA TRAINING COUNSELOR
La Concealed Carry Permit
USCCA CONCEALED CARRY & HOME DEFENSE FUNDAMENTALS
La Concealed Carry Permit
USCCA COUNTERING THE MASS SHOOTER
La Concealed Carry Permit
USCCA WOMEN’S HANDGUN AND SELF DEFENSE FUNDAMENTALS
 

USCCA RANGE SAFETY OFFICER

CHILDRENS FIREARMS & SAFETY FUNDAMENTALS

USCCA EMERGENCY FIRST AID FUNDAMENTALS

Marksmanship Simplified: Foundations of Handgun Coaching
 

USCCA LaserTrain Instructor

 

 

 

 
 
STATE & LOCAL CERTIFICATIONS RECEIVED

LOUISIANA STATE POLICE CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR

SCPSO LEVEL II PISTOL TRAINING CERTIFIED

JPSO FULLY AUTOMATIC FIREARMS TRAINING CERTIFIED
 
 
MEDICAL TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS

Automated External Defibrillator (AED) CERTIFIED

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) CERTIFIED

TACTICAL EMERGENCY CASUALTY CARE CERTIFIED
 
 
USCCA PROTECTOR ACADEMY QUALIFICATION LEVELS ACHIEVED

USCCA LEVEL I TRAINING CERTIFIED

USCCA LEVEL II TRAINING CERTIFIED

USCCA LEVEL III TRAINING CERTIFIED
 
 
ADDITIONAL USCCA TRAINING COURSES COMPLETED

AR-15 Essentials Part One

AR-15 Essentials Part Two

AR-15 Essentials Part Three

At The Range By Yourself Indoors

At The Range By Yourself Outdoors

At The Range With An Instructor
 

Back To The Basics

Have You Thought About?

Soft Skills for Success with Steve Tarani

Red-Dot Sights on Handguns

Red-Dot Sights On Rifles

Red-Dot Sights on Shotguns
 

Practical Concealed Carry Pt. 1

Practical Concealed Carry Pt. 2

Concealed Carry Lifestyle Pt1

Concealed Carry Lifestyle Pt2

Maintaining Your Firearm Skills Pt1

Maintaining Your Firearm Skills Pt2
 

Home Security & Defense Pt1

Home Security & Defense Pt2

PERSONAL PROTECTION: College Campus Personal Safety Pt1

PERSONAL PROTECTION: College Campus Personal Safety Pt2

Low Light Considerations Pt1

Low Light Considerations Pt2
 

Movement Pt1

Movement Pt2

Shooting From Behind Cover Pt1

Shooting From Behind Cover Pt2

Children’s Firearms and Safety Fundamentals

Weapons Retention: Earning and Keeping the Draw
 

Simulation Based Training

Zeroing Concepts

AR-15 Marksmanship FUNdamentals

Home Defense Shotgun


 
 
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING PERFORMED

ACTIVE SHOOTER: WHAT YOU CAN DO

ACTIVE SHOOTER PREVENTION: YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

INTRODUCTION TO THE INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM

EMERGENCY PLANNING

DIVERSITY AWARENESS

BASIC WORKPLACE SECURITY AWARENESS
 

ICS FOR SINGLE RESOURCES AND INITIAL ACTION INCIDENT

NATIONAL RESPONSE FRAMEWORK

INTRO TO HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

 

 

 

 
 

Use of Force: Part One – 2024

Use of Force: Part Two – 2024

Making the Arrest Decision – 2024

Fentanyl Hazards for Law Enforcement – 2024

Pandemic Illness – 2024

Preventing Sexual Harassment – 2024

Cybersecurity – 2024
 

Dynamics of Domestic Violence – 2024

Aspects of a Critical Incident – 2024

 

 

 

 

 
100+ hours (P.O.S.T) Training
 
 
UNITED STATES MILITARY SERVICE


UNITED STATES NAVY ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE

PERSONNEL RELIABILITY PROGRAM (PRP) TEAM LEADER
CLEARANCE LEVEL OBTAINED: SECRET (EXPIRED)
CRITICAL SYSTEMS TROUBLESHOOTER (FDC)
COLLATERAL DUTY INSPECTOR CERTIFIED (CDI)


 


OPERATION DESERT SHIELD/STORM VETERAN

AWARDS RECEIVED:
NAVY GOOD CONDUCT MEDAL (x3)
NATIONAL DEFENSE SERVICE MEDAL (x1)
SOUTHWEST ASIA SERVICE MEDAL (x2)
NAVY SEA SERVICE DEPLOYMENT RIBBON (x3)
KUWAIT LIBERATION MEDAL (SAUDI ARABIA) (x1)
LIBERATION OF KUWAIT MEDAL (KUWAIT) (x1)

COLLATERAL DUTIES ASSIGNED:
ADPS SECURITY OFFICER (ADPSSO)
PUBLICATIONS OFFICER (PO)
SAFETY OFFICER (SO)
EXPLOSIVES/INITIATORS OFFICER (EIO)
RECOVERY AGENT (BRIG CHASER) – TAD
 
 
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

NATIONAL SPORTS SHOOTING FOUNDATION MEMBER (2022)

NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION LIFETIME BENEFACTOR MEMBER

UNITED STATES CONCEALED CARRY ASSOCIATION ELITE MEMBER

PROJECT CHILD-SAFE SUPPORTER
 
 
USCCA PROTECTOR ACADEMY ONLINE TRAINING/VIDEO COURSES/GUIDES COMPLETED/REVIEWED

Handgun Fundamentals, Kids & Guns, When to use Deadly Force, My Every Day Carry (EDC), How Not to Look Like a Victim, Treating Traumatic Injuries, Self-Defense Scenarios, Analyzing Real Scenarios, Women’s Concealed Carry & Personal Protection Guide, Ask an Attorney, Mastering Handgun Confidence, Armed and Ready, Armed American Training Series, The Proving Ground, Revisiting the Proving Ground, Monthly Drills. Along with an additional 85+ Guides, Checklists, drills, etc.

Contact us today to schedule your training session with our skilled instructors. We look forward to working with you and supporting your journey towards personal safety and responsible gun ownership.

 
 

Bayou Gunner Instructors primarily work closely with Jefferson Indoor Range, utilizing their state-of-the-art classrooms as well as their multi million dollar shooting range facility to provide the highest quality experience for all of our students.

Feel free to contact us with any questions or to enroll in one of our training programs.