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 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.
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Frank King
- Senior Instructor/Consultant/Owner
- USCCA Training Counselor
- NRA Chief Range Safety Officer
- Louisiana State Police CCHP Instructor
NRA CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR
NRA CERTIFIED CHIEF RANGE SAFETY OFFICER
NRA REFUSE TO BE A VICTIM INSTRUCTOR
USCCA TRAINING COUNSELOR
USCCA CONCEALED CARRY & HOME DEFENSE FUNDAMENTALS
USCCA COUNTERING THE MASS SHOOTER
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
LOUISIANA STATE POLICE CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR
SCPSO LEVEL II PISTOL TRAINING CERTIFIED
JPSO FULLY AUTOMATIC FIREARMS TRAINING CERTIFIED
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) CERTIFIED
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) CERTIFIED
TACTICAL EMERGENCY CASUALTY CARE CERTIFIED
USCCA LEVEL I TRAINING CERTIFIED
USCCA LEVEL II TRAINING CERTIFIED
USCCA LEVEL III TRAINING CERTIFIED
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
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
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
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.