Meet Your Instructor
Michael Graulich
Michael moved to Goldsboro, North Carolina from the Raleigh area in 2019. Prior to living in NC, he resided in the Phoenix, Arizona area where he obtained both his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Arizona State University. Michael is a US Navy veteran and clinical research professional. He is married to Elizabeth Graulich, a native of Goldsboro and local healthcare professional.
Firearms Certifications, Qualifications, Memberships
- Federal Firearms License (FFL) Holder
- Class 07 - Manufacturer of Firearms
- GLOCK Certified Armorer
- USCCA Certified Instructor
- Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals
- Women's Handgun and Self-Defense Fundamentals
- Countering the Mass Shooter Threat
- NC DOJ Certified Concealed Carry Handgun Course Instructor
- NRA Certified Level 1 Pistol Coach
- NRA Certified Instructor:
- Pistol and Marksmanship Fundamentals
- Rifle Shooting Fundamentals
- Shotgun Fundamentals
- Defensive Pistol I (Personal Protection Inside the Home)
- Defensive Pistol II (Personal Protection Outside the Home)
- Refuse to Be a Victim®
- Home Firearms Safety
- NRA Certified Chief Range Safety Officer
- Winchester (NRA) Marksmanship Program
- Distinguished Expert in Basic Pistol
- Distinguished Expert in Defensive Pistol I
- Official Partner,United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA)
- Member, Glock Sports Shooting Foundation (GSSF)
Emergency First Aid Certifications and Qualifications
- Instructor Level – Red Cross
- Basic Life Support
- CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers
- First Aid for Severe Trauma
- First Aid/CPR/AED
- Head, Neck, Muscle, Bone and Joint Injuries
- Babysitter’s Training
- Wilderness and Remote First Aid
- Stop The Bleed Instructor
What Our Students are Saying...
Student feedback is one of the most important tools for becoming a better instructor. We solicit course evaluations after every class and look at all student reviews as a way to improve our craft here at II Alpha.
Michael is not only a great instructor but also a good person all around. He will keep you on your toes, instilling knowledge of firearm safety! He's patient, respectful, and knows how to teach a class without it getting boring! Highly recommend any of his many classes for yourself, loved ones, kids, and friends!
Amazing concealed carry course! I went one weekend and my husband went the next! We will definitely be looking into taking more courses with the instructor Mike! Mike was so friendly and made sure any and all our questions were answered! I was a bit nervous when I signed up for the course, but Mike makes such a heavy subject into a relaxed, fun and very informative course! We can’t wait for the next course we plan to take!!!
Great class!!!! Mike is a skilled, knowledgeable Instructor……And also just a cool guy in general! I learned some things that I didn’t know prior to and he helped me correct some things that I didn’t even realized I was doing………. it was a great experience and the sign-up process was easy, no hassle……I would definitely highly recommend……Thanks Mike!
One of the best teachers ever. Came in not knowing anything to learning how to reload, hold a proper stance and follow through while shooting. Both of my friends felt great and it was only our first lesson. Definitely will be letting people know!
Michael was a wonderful Trainer and Patient l was tthe oldest in class and ask alot of questions but he answered everyone knowledge and explained the wa, l understood
I really enjoyed my class.