Karl Monk NRA Certified Instructor

Karl Monk brings real-world shooting credentials to concealed carry and handgun instruction in southwest Ohio. He doesn't just teach—he competes, winning multiple GSSF (Glock Sport Shooting Foundation) competitions and placing in regional and national matches.

Karl offers both group concealed carry classes and individual private instruction, with specialization in training women and seniors. While Ohio no longer requires formal CCW training to carry concealed, Karl remains a vocal advocate for proper instruction, noting that "knowledge and skill combined with the right attitude is obviously the right way to go."

• •Private training is the focus—one-on-one instruction allows students to progress rapidly with personalized coaching on speed, accuracy, and deep-concealment draw techniques.

• •NRA Certified Instructor
• •Glock Advanced Armorer (renewed annually)
• •Glock Operator Course (highest certification level)
• •Smith & Wesson Armorer (M&P and Shield certified)
• •Active GSSF competitor with multiple wins across Stock, Unlimited, and Pocket divisions

"Your instructor should be a person that lays it on the line; a person that competes. I do."

Karl works at Premier Shooting and Training Center in West Chester, Ohio—a family-owned range and martial arts facility. Premier is described as high-class, clean, organized, and well-run. Ask for Karl for private training or group instruction.

Karl focuses on safe, high-integrity instruction with emphasis on customer satisfaction. His students advance into competitions and earn wins themselves, reflecting the quality of his coaching.