FAQ
Can anyone enroll into the Krav Maga Instructor Certification?
Yes. Anyone can enroll into the course in order to learn from the lessons. But, you cannot complete the assignments and final exam unless you meet the requirements to be certified.
What rank must you hold to become a Certified Krav Maga Instructor?
You must hold a minimum of black belt in another style, and at least a yellow belt rank in the GMAU Krav Maga student course. -or- At least a green belt rank in the GMAU Krav Maga student course.
How long does it take to complete the course and exam?
This is a self-paced course, so the more time you dedicate to going through the modules, assignments, and exams, the faster you could complete the course. There will be time for receiving feedback, interacting, etc. Most candidates will complete the course in around 3-4 months.
Can you retake an exam if you don't pass?
Yes. There is no additional fee if you do not pass an assingment or exam. We uphold high standards, and it is very possible that you will be asked to make corrections, or re-submit certain assignments and tests as you complete the course.
Does becoming a Certified Krav Instructor make you an official instructor of the Global Martial Arts Association?
By completing your final exam online, you will be issued a Krav Maga Instructor Certification. To also be considered an official member school of the GMAA, you must take your final exam in-person. Either way you take your final exam (online or in-person) you will still be qualified to teach krav maga, but by taking your exam in-person, you will also be recognized as an official location for the GMAA.
When can I begin testing and ranking my own students?
After passing the Krav Instructor Level 1 exam, you are qualified to train and rank your students up to yellow belt. Once you are qualified and ready, you can then do the Krav Instructor Level 2 exam (which is included in this same course), after passing that level, you would be qualified to rank your students up to orange belt. And, you will continue to do this, until you earn your black belt in krav as a student, and then reach level 6 as an instructor. All of this can be done through this course.
Are there any monthly or annual fees?
No. Unliked most Krav Maga associations who charge a large monthly licensing fee, we do not have any ongoing fees. You are simply required to maintain an active GMAU Krav Maga student membership, so that you can continue your own student training and ranking.There are not monthly or yearly instructor fees.