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Specialty certificate · 7 CECs

Kettlebell Specialist Certificate Course

Presented by ACSM in partnership with the National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF).

About this course

Gain the competitive advantage and boost your business! Earning this specialty certificate demonstrates expertise and a commitment to your professional practice. Tap into new markets and reach a broader clientele by diversifying your service offerings with this advanced coaching qualification. This expanded skill set will allow you to more effectively instruct and program kettlebell training with your clients.

COURSE BREAKDOWN:

Introduction to Kettlebell Training: Learn the origin and elements of kettlebell training and its current application in both fitness and performance-based training.

Warm-ups and Flow: Be able to coach a proper warm-up and integrate the necessary flow patterns to prepare the body for more complex work.

Core Lifts: Learn how to effectively coach both single and double arm ballistic swings, receives, and structural movements.

Kettlebell Movements and Progressions: Discover how upper and lower body strength movements transfer into total body power using a changing center of mass and kinetic momentum.

Programming: Uncover how unilateral and bilateral movements are integrated into traditional training, metabolic circuits as well as strength and power programming.

What you will learn

  • Gain in-depth knowledge of kettlebell anatomy and mechanics, understanding how its unique design enhances workout efficiency.
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of how kettlebell training synergizes strength, power, mobility, and balance.
  • Master the key muscle movement patterns essential for effective kettlebell training.
  • Become adept at identifying and correcting common kettlebell training errors, enhancing safety and effectiveness.
  • Acquire the skills to instruct and progressively advance kettlebell exercises tailored to individual health goals or sports performance.
  • Master structural lifts to promote strength and stability across varied movement ranges.

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