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Gary Monroe

Instructor # 2112028 | MMC Tactics

Certified with the USCCA since 2/27/2022

Certification Renewal Date 2/27/2027

  • monroemattersconsulting@outlook.com
  • (202) 993-0402

Beltsville, MD, 20705

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USCCA Certifications

  • Concealed Carry & Home Defense
  • Children's Firearms & Safety Fundamentals

My Biography

  • Certified USCCA Firearms Instructor
  • Certified NRA Pistol/Rfle Instructor
  • Certified NRA Chief Range Safety Officer
  • Maryland State Police - Qualified Handgun Instructor
  • DC MPD - Certified Firearms Training Instructor
  • State of Utah - Certified Firearms Instructor
  • Certified Maryland Firearm Safety, Hunter Education Instructor
  • MD Dept Natural Resources Police - Reserve Officer
  • DC Metro Special Police Officer / Training Instructor
  • ASP - Tactical Training Instructor
  • Sabre Red - OC instructor
  • Range Safety Officer - Izzac Walton League-BCC Chapter
  • 35+ years of experience in Firearms handling (Pistol, Riffle, Shotgun), Archery, and Marksmanship Training.
  • Skillset - Personal Defense, Action Shooting, Hunting, Trap & Skeet Shooting

Current Classes Available

  • Sun, Nov. 15, 2026 6:00 PM

    BASIC - FIREARM SAFE HANDLING (MDHQL or UTAH CCW))

    with Gary Monroe
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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville, MD

    $175

    Mon, Dec. 21, 2026 6:00 PM

    BASIC - FIREARM SAFE HANDLING (MDHQL or UTAH CCW))

    with Gary Monroe
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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville, MD

    $175

    Mon, Jan. 18, 2027 12:00 PM

    BASIC - FIREARM SAFE HANDLING (MDHQL or UTAH CCW))

    with Gary Monroe
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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville, MD

    $175

    Sun, Feb. 21, 2027 6:00 PM

    BASIC - FIREARM SAFE HANDLING (MDHQL or UTAH CCW))

    with Gary Monroe
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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville, MD

    $175

    Sun, Mar. 21, 2027 6:00 PM

    BASIC - FIREARM SAFE HANDLING (MDHQL or UTAH CCW))

    with Gary Monroe
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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville, MD

    $175

  • Sun, Nov. 15, 2026 6:00 PM

    MD or DC CCW Renewal

    with Gary Monroe
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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville, MD

    $175

    Mon, Dec. 21, 2026 6:00 PM

    MD or DC CCW Renewal

    with Gary Monroe
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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville, MD

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    Mon, Jan. 18, 2027 6:00 PM

    MD or DC CCW Renewal

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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville, MD

    $175

    Mon, Feb. 15, 2027 6:00 PM

    MD or DC CCW Renewal

    with Gary Monroe
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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville, MD

    $175

    Sun, Mar. 21, 2027 6:00 PM

    MD or DC CCW Renewal

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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville, MD

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  • Sat, Nov. 14, 2026 9:00 AM

    (3 in 1 Class) - MARYLAND WEAR & CARRY and DC CONCEALEDED CARRY + Your choice of either UT, FL, or AZ RECIPORCITY PERMITS - BELTSVILLE LOCATION - FINGERPRINTING AVAILABLE

    with Gary Monroe
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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville , MD

    $500

    Sat, Dec. 19, 2026 9:00 AM

    (3 in 1 Class) - MARYLAND WEAR & CARRY and DC CONCEALEDED CARRY + Your choice of either UT, FL, or AZ RECIPORCITY PERMITS - BELTSVILLE LOCATION - FINGERPRINTING AVAILABLE

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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville , MD

    $500

    Sat, Jan. 9, 2027 9:00 AM

    (3 in 1 Class) - MARYLAND WEAR & CARRY and DC CONCEALEDED CARRY + Your choice of either UT, FL, or AZ RECIPORCITY PERMITS - BELTSVILLE LOCATION - FINGERPRINTING AVAILABLE

    with Gary Monroe
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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville , MD

    $500

    Sat, Feb. 20, 2027 9:00 AM

    (3 in 1 Class) - MARYLAND WEAR & CARRY and DC CONCEALEDED CARRY + Your choice of either UT, FL, or AZ RECIPORCITY PERMITS - BELTSVILLE LOCATION - FINGERPRINTING AVAILABLE

    with Gary Monroe
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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville , MD

    $500

    Sat, Mar. 20, 2027 9:00 AM

    (3 in 1 Class) - MARYLAND WEAR & CARRY and DC CONCEALEDED CARRY + Your choice of either UT, FL, or AZ RECIPORCITY PERMITS - BELTSVILLE LOCATION - FINGERPRINTING AVAILABLE

    with Gary Monroe
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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville , MD

    $500

  • Sat, Nov. 14, 2026 9:00 AM

    (2 in 1 Class) - MARYLAND WEAR & CARRY and DC CONCEALED CARRY - BELTSVILLE MD LOCATION - FINGERPRINTING AVAILABLE

    with Gary Monroe
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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville, MD

    $450

    Sat, Dec. 19, 2026 9:00 AM

    (2 in 1 Class) - MARYLAND WEAR & CARRY and DC CONCEALED CARRY - BELTSVILLE MD LOCATION - FINGERPRINTING AVAILABLE

    with Gary Monroe
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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville, MD

    $450

    Sat, Jan. 9, 2027 9:00 AM

    (2 in 1 Class) - MARYLAND WEAR & CARRY and DC CONCEALED CARRY - BELTSVILLE MD LOCATION - FINGERPRINTING AVAILABLE

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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville, MD

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    Sat, Feb. 20, 2027 9:00 AM

    (2 in 1 Class) - MARYLAND WEAR & CARRY and DC CONCEALED CARRY - BELTSVILLE MD LOCATION - FINGERPRINTING AVAILABLE

    with Gary Monroe
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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville, MD

    $450

    Sat, Mar. 20, 2027 9:00 AM

    (2 in 1 Class) - MARYLAND WEAR & CARRY and DC CONCEALED CARRY - BELTSVILLE MD LOCATION - FINGERPRINTING AVAILABLE

    with Gary Monroe
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    MMC Tactics
    Beltsville, MD

    $450

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During Range Session, participants will be guided through effective shooting fundamentals. We will focus on universal safety rules, trigger & muzzle discipline, stance & proper grip, trigger control, sight alignment, and breath control. This session is designed to provide opportunities for shooters to gain focused training under the guidance of an instructor.

This 4-hour classroom course offers a thorough introduction to firearm fundamentals, including handling, nomenclature, universal safety rules, ammunition, care and cleaning, and safe storage.

It meets the training requirements for Maryland’s Handgun Qualification License (HQL) and can be adapted to fulfill the requirements for the Utah Concealed Carry Permit.

4-hour classroom course extensively covers handgun safety, shooting fundamentals, ammunition, malfunctions, fundamentals of shooting for accuracy, escalation of force, and relevant Conceal Carry and Federal Law Review. This course meets the training requirements to renew either your current MD or DC CCW permit when combined with range range qualification.

The Maryland Wear and Carry Course is a required certification for anyone wishing to carry a concealed firearm in Maryland. As a “Shall Issue” state, Maryland no longer requires applicants to demonstrate a "good and substantial reason" to carry.

Washington, D.C. also operates under a “Shall Issue” policy. Applicants who meet the legal criteria and have no disqualifying record are eligible for a concealed carry permit.

Both Maryland and D.C. offer permits to residents and non-residents, but each jurisdiction requires its own permit, as neither honors out-of-state concealed carry licenses.

This class is ideal for travelers who want to carry their firearms across multiple state lines with confidence and legal compliance.

Maryland Wear and Carry is now available to both residents and non-residents. As a "Shall Issue" state, Maryland no longer requires applicants to demonstrate a "good and substantial reason" to carry a concealed firearm.

Washington, D.C. also operates under a "Shall Issue" policy for both residents and non-residents, as long as there are no disqualifying factors on the applicant’s record.

For broader legal coverage, you may also choose from one of the following multi-state non-resident concealed carry permits: Utah, Arizona, Florida, or Virginia. When combined with your Maryland and D.C. permits, this can provide legal carry reciprocity in 35+ states.

Must have taken a previous CCW Course within 60 Days

Review of State's Supplemental Legal Conceal Carry Laws, Either DC, MD, VA, UT, or Fl. This course is meant to be a add-on. or additional training for students who currently hold a valid CCW, or have completed previous CCW training and are in possession of a passing qualification within 60 days.

The Maryland Wear and Carry Course is a required certification for anyone wishing to carry a concealed firearm in Maryland. As a “Shall Issue” state, Maryland no longer requires applicants to demonstrate a "good and substantial reason" to carry.

Washington, D.C. also operates under a “Shall Issue” policy. Applicants who meet the legal criteria and have no disqualifying record are eligible for a concealed carry permit.

Both Maryland and D.C. offer permits to residents and non-residents, but each jurisdiction requires its own permit, as neither honors out-of-state concealed carry licenses.

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