This course is perfect for people with busy schedules. The instruction of sensei Jon is superb and very easy to understand. It's perfect for a beginning student or a black belt.

I am passionate about learning Martial Arts since I started out in Karate way back in 2005. I am a firm believer of trying out other styles wherever possible once you are grounded in your first style. After a few years of training I started training in other styles myself, and that alongside the fact I was a nomad due to my university studies eventually lead me to discover the GMAU.

I have found that kicks was always a skill I needed to work on, so when the TKD course was announced on the GMAU, I knew I had to join!

I decided to pre enroll and once the course was launched, I went straight into my training. The content that is available, as per the standard of the GMAU, is excellent. The lessons are bitesize and easy to watch, and the videos are high quality. The syllabus is divided appropriately so it is easy to know what you need to learn depending on your skill level and the rank you are working towards.

In terms of the content of the videos and the Instructor, Instructor Adam clearly explains how to do the various moves and requirements that are included and also in various angles. It is very easy to follow, with recommendations on how to train both with and with a partner. For each technique, this is achieved by the various drills that we get to follow along with whilst watching through the videos.

Also, the classes in the TKD program is also very fun, but challenging! The delivery of the classes mean that each section flows very well into the next part of the class, with suggestions on how to do each part depending on what resources you have and also if you have a partner. I always feel satisfied after taking part in these classes, and it helps me identify what I need to work on. I appreciate the stretches that are included to help with flexibility, as well as the conditioning section, which while that is the most challenging part, it is also the most satisfying and I know it will make me stronger longer term.

The community in this course is great also! Instructor Adam gives very quick responses when you have any queries or submit videos for tests and feedback, and each time he gives a lot of details, which is much appreciated with this being an online course. Communication on the discussion board is also very active, with myself and other students always motivating, encouraging and helping each other out however we can!

At the time of writing, I have recently passed my 8th Kup White Belt test, and I am already hooked and working towards learning the next level. Don't ever think this is a diploma mill, as I only passed the test on my second attempt after working on what has been highlighted in my feedback video by Instructor Adam. As a result of starting the course, I'm always constantly thinking of how I can fit training into my day. Thanks to this course I'm starting to feel fitter and found my kicking techniques improving. I am proud to be one of the starting members and I am certainly looking forward to sharing my journey towards black Belt with everyone here at the GMAU.

I have been enrolled into Shotokan Karate for the last month or so, and it has completely changed my entire outlook on life. I am a former Combat Veteran and this has helped tremendously with my PTSD. I am more focused and have less anxiety. The course is perfect for my schedule with a wife and two sons, full-time job, and working on a Master's degree. I love the fact that I can review lessons whenever and wherever on my mobile phone. I have taken and passed my first belt test, and the feedback was very helpful. I am currently working towards my 8th Kyu Yellow Belt. Everyone has been very helpful and encouraging.