General FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (and Answers!) for GMAU

How can I contact support?
Please open a support ticket here on the GMAU Support Portal.  Expect a reply within 24 hours during the week, and up to 48 hours when submitted on a we...
Wed, 18 Dec, 2024 at 2:05 PM
How quickly will I get a reply to my student-support request?
We make every effort to respond to your support questions and requests on our Support Portal within 24 hours. On weekends, however, we're often busy tra...
Wed, 18 Dec, 2024 at 2:06 PM
What's the difference between Lessons, Classes, and Extras in my GMAU course?
When you select the Training option on the main menu on the left side of your GMAU student dashboard you'll see options to select Lessons, Classes, and ...
Fri, 22 Apr, 2022 at 1:46 PM
How long will it take me to get my black belt?
The time it takes to earn a black belt, black chevron, or equivalent level in a GMAU martial-arts program depends on you, the student. It all comes down to ...
Tue, 14 Sep, 2021 at 12:31 PM
Can I train in a GMAU course without a partner?
Yes! Our online martial-arts courses are designed to enable you to train and earn rank mostly on your own.  Even so, when you train in any of our progra...
Tue, 3 Jan, 2023 at 1:11 PM
Do I have to train in a uniform, and where do I get one?
New GMAU students often ask us whether they need to wear official uniforms when they train. Because all our programs are online, you'll mostly train at ...
Tue, 17 Dec, 2024 at 2:31 PM
What do the Student Leaders do?
The Student Leaders are senior GMAU students who kindly volunteer their time to help you (and others) get the most out of your training. While they don'...
Wed, 8 Sep, 2021 at 2:47 PM
What's the difference between the GMAU and Black Belt at Home?
The Global Martial Arts University (GMAU) is designed for those who are serious about earning a black belt and want a guided experience. It's ...
Tue, 17 Dec, 2024 at 3:23 PM
Will my GMAU rank be accepted in my country?
A GMAU rank certification represents a globally recognized standard of achievement in martial arts, backed by international accreditation from the Global Ma...
Tue, 17 Dec, 2024 at 3:34 PM
How do I become a certified martial-arts instructor?
To become a certified martial-arts instructor, you must have a black belt in the martial-arts style that you're going to teach and complete our Certifie...
Fri, 8 Apr, 2022 at 12:24 PM