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Nordvick Arms – Grygla, MN (Serving Northern Minnesota)
Military-veteran instructor delivering multi-state carry and tailored private coaching
✍️By ZRIntel Editorial Team📍Grygla, Minnesota
Nordvick Arms ( is a firearms training enterprise based in Grygla, Minnesota, led by Army veteran and certified instructor Luke Nordvick. Born and raised locally, Luke served in South Korea and Iraq, achieving the rank of Sergeant before turning his focus to empowering civilians through concealed-carry and defensive training courses. He holds certifications as a Rangemaster Instructor (earning Top Gun honors), Law of Self Defense Instructor, NRA Pistol Instructor, USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Instructor, USCCA Range Safety Officer, CPR and Combat Lifesaver training. His most popular offering is the MN/Multi-State Permit to Carry coursea four-hour program combining classroom instruction and live fire that prepares students to apply for permits in Minnesota, Florida, and Arizona, and even renew Utah permits. Topics include firearm safety, federal and state laws, situational awareness, use-of-force principles, scenario training, handgun fundamentals, and gear selection. The class is highly rated (5 stars) and priced at $70, with handgun rental and ammo options available. Nordvick also offers customizable private coaching sessions at $60 per hour (plus $30 per additional person). He can travel to a safe locationfor a modest mileage feeand brings targets, timers, and protective gear. Clients supply the handgun and ammo, though hes available to provide them as needed. Coaching is tailored to individual goals: safe handling, shooting fundamentals, drawing, retention shooting, one-hand drills, red-dot sighting, and more. A recurring student sentiment captured on the site says: Luke was very knowledgeable, helpful, and approachable. Great instructor in the classroom as well as on the range.. To explore upcoming classes or arrange private lessons, visit Know a coach or range that deserves to be featured? Submit here: Follow ZRIntel for daily coverage of firearm training innovations and community stories. Featured in this article? Let us know well highlight your repost on our feed!