Reviews by smithm913

This review is for Guardian Defence, Brunswick VIC

21 Apr 2015

This is by far the best TKM place in Melbourne! It's down-to-earth, scenarios are reality based, and everyone's friendly (macho-ness isn't welcomed). They review situations that emphasises awareness, pre-emptive decisions, as well as understanding consequences both emotionally and legally. It's the most rounded self-defence class that isn't all about fighting...scenarios are based on defending ourselves in our everyday environment. The instructors are approachable and very supportive of students. The gym upstairs isn't as big as other gyms, but it is a very good addition to regular classes that combine fitness, conditioning, warmups, as well as KM learning. I found starting as a beginner that the beginner levels were suitable to me and if they did slightly higher level scenarios, I had the flexibility of joining in or watching. This is not a no-contact activity but safety is strongly valued here so you can keep coming back to drill. They're working on improving their administration, but if that's not your main concern in learning TKM, then this is a great place to learn it!