Testimonials
Making A Difference
What customers are saying about GSM
If you're looking for an exciting team building exercise that will truly bring your team together, Mike has you covered! As someone who's been to military school, I believe that working towards a common goal while suffering together is what truly makes a team tight-knit. So, when it was time for Yellowbird’s quarterly team building exercise, I wanted to do something more physical than the usual basic activities like cooking classes and other things around town. That's when I had lunch with Mike Getka, a former Navy SEAL, and he offered to lead a mock BUDS training on the beach in Jax Beach. Let me tell you, it was absolutely phenomenal! The best part was coming back to the office and hearing everyone talk about their morning experiences. The feedback was unanimous: this was the best team building event we had ever done!
What I appreciated most was how inclusive the training was. Mike did an amazing job accommodating all fitness levels, from those in great shape to those who were less so. Everyone worked together as a team and by the end, we felt like we had truly bonded. In fact, I even have a picture in my office of all of us linked together on the beach.
I cannot thank Mike enough for this unforgettable experience, and I'm already looking forward to doing it again soon. It truly made a difference in the way we work together and in how we view each other in the office. So, if you're looking for a team building exercise that will have a lasting impact, give Mike a try!

Pat Flynn
President, Yellowbird
If you know Mike Getka then you begin to understand his mindset. I've known Mike for 33 years and I've seen his intensity firsthand. The thing about Mike is that he has an incredible talent to motivate people and he's been doing it his entire life. As a younger SEAL I looked up to Mike because of his intensity and sincere passion for the job. But as Mike has gotten older, Mike has effectively transformed that intensity into a measured understanding of how to inspire leadership and team building. The great thing about the Getka SEAL Mindset is that he still holds that spark that inspires and motivates. And, from all his experience as a Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) instructor, he knows how to build leaders to take charge, organize, and work together. I've seen it firsthand, and the mental aspect of the teambuilding might be more important than the physical. Mike is truly a unique personality and skilled leader... Get some GSM!!!

Aric L.
SEAL Team Two Teammate
Mike was the head instructor of the workout for my lacrosse team and I couldn't have asked for a better leader. Mike has the ability to make you and those around you feel like you are capable of doing anything, and he builds upon that by giving you exercises and activities that push you beyond what do you think you are capable of. The trait I most admire about Mike is that he never instructs you to do something he wouldn't do himself, I think this is the ultimate determiner of a great leader.
Nick T.Varsity Lacrosse Player
I was recently tasked with setting up and coordinating a team building event for my son’s lacrosse team. This is an annual event, and our usual location was unavailable, so we had to come up with a new site with little time to plan. We found a site to challenge the boys but needed someone to lead and teach them about teamwork. Mike was referred to me by one of the other parents who knew of him and his reputation as a leader. To say Mike’s leadership during this event was a success is an understatement. Mike helped to tie the whole day together and kept the boys engaged without them losing focus. He wanted to get as much information about the team and their history so he could develop a training strategy. The day went off without a hitch and everyone involved was very grateful for Mike’s involvement. I would highly recommend Mike Getka for his leadership and team building skills as I plan to use him for my company’s events in the future.
Tom McCruddenPresident, Great Florida Shellfish Company
If you are looking for an excellent team building experience from an actual SEAL Team instructor, Mike and GSM is your outfit. My kids baseball team did his course a couple of years ago and still mention it to new team members all the time. For us, it was a step off the field to tackle obstacles outside of baseball and a huge step in solidifying the team aspect. I would highly recommend this course to anyone.
Chris & Heather GeorgeHappy Parents