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Joe Pavel
Average Rating: 10.0 in 17 reviews
Very knowledgeable instructor
Rated 10 out of 10
My son and I had a series of kettlebell classes from Joe. He is an excellent instructor. Joe is very good at showing you warm-up exercises, the correct way to perform various kettlebell sequences and finishes with a cool down routine. He strongly emphasizes safety in all the various movements. The classes were very informative and the direct instruction was tremendously effective. Joe was a great help to a couple of novices!
Joe is dedicated to fitness in general and very knowledgeable in kettlebells. My son and I are now in the process of incorporating what we learned into a regular exercise regimen and will return for additional instruction.
John F - Woodbury, MN USA
A TRAINER WORTH EVERY INVESTMENT + MUCH MORE!!!
Rated 10 out of 10
WOW! A True Blessing to have met Joe, his Willingness to INVEST in you, and your Success. I have been working with Joe Privately and in a 2 Person Class since 2006. Joe goes above and Beyond to explaining how to meet your Goals through Kettle Bell Training. I came to Joe in regards to Weight Loss. He put together a Program for me tailored to my Goals, pushed me every step of the way, and with a Sense of Humor to Boost! I enjoyed every Training Session, and Greatly Appreciated his Words of Encouragement! He makes you feel at ease, but puts you through a Tough Workout! I look forward to starting another set of Sessions to combat the Holiday Feasts that come throughout the year. Thanks Joe, for sharing your SKILLS with me, and working with me at my Level. I will never forget the "TEAR" Session! Those SWINGS can do wonders. If you are looking for an A++++ Kettle Bell Trainer, Look NO Further than JOE! He will get you to your Desired Goals and Build you into a Stunning Individual, From the Inside Out! Just take a LOOK at him, Kettle Bell Training is Definately the WAY TO GO!
In regards to the + MORE: He is the First Trainer of mine that JUDGES NOT, and sees what you can become with the Skills and Techniques he can OFFER! Joe, is WORTH the INVESTMENT! MANY THANKS JOE! I look forward to seeing you Again Soon.
Renee Nordness - Hugo, MN USA
Bull Simple Simply WORKS!!
Rated 10 out of 10
After reading Joe Pavel's article on his aptly named "Bull Simple" regimen, I immediately incorporated it into my already brutal program in preparation for the September 2007 RKC certification weekend.
The program lived up to its namesake: simple, yet highly effective. The hallmark of a legitimate RKC!
Not only did the program push us beyond our known limits, it delivered the goods beyond our expectations.
My training partner's snatch requirements was 56 reps. Prior to Bull Simple, his best number was 44, for both hands.
After incorporating Bull Simple, he achieved a PR for the snatch at the RKC weekend: 45 snatches...ON HIS RIGHT ARM ALONE!! Needless to say, he made his requirements, with tons to spare. All thanks to Mr. Joe Pavel's ingeniously simple regimen.
Yours truly passed as well (made 65 reps, 1 rep over the requirement, with tons to spare).
For simplicity that delivers, Joe Pavel is your RKC!
Rolando Garcia, III (RKC) - Guttenberg, NJ
Thank You
Rated 10 out of 10
I would like to thank Joe for the knowledge he shared with me over the June07 RKC. He is a excellent teacher and made me feel like I was part of a big family. Rather then making things more complicated he observed, listened and showed us very simple points which has seen my Kettlebell practise improve 100%. Thank You very much.
Paul White - New Zealand
Excellent Assistant
Rated 10 out of 10
I had the privledge working with Joe as I was completing my kettlebell certification. He was extremely helpful and positive in everyway. His instruction was second to none. He demonstrated perfect form and critiqued accordingly. As the weekend went on, I realized how priveldged I was to have been in his group.
He has a mild manner that enables you to soke up everything he has to say. Joe is truly an elite instructor and not to be overlooked. I encourage you to train with Joe and like his slogan says, "Enjoy the kettlebell difference".
Josh Elliott, RKC - Baltimore, MD
Quality Instruction
Rated 10 out of 10
Joe was the assistant instructor for my team at the June RKC. He showed his experience and knowledge by observing first and then commenting second. He helped me work at one thing at a time rather then confusing me with too much at once. Knowledge is one thing but being able to communicate is the sign of a good instructor. Joe has both.
Andy Whitney - Birmingham, Michigan
Wonderful instructor!
Rated 10 out of 10
I was very lucky to have Joe as one on my instructors for the June RKC. He was so patient and took time with each person to make sure everyone had the appropriate form and felt comfortable with each move. He has a tremendous amount of knowledge and a very positive attitude. He is a great teacher!
Jenny Rossilli, RKC - Livingston, NJ
Great teacher...
Rated 10 out of 10
Joe was one of my instructors at the June 2007 RKC. He was very helpful in refining techniques. I think Joe's best quality is knowing what not to say; many instructors make things too complicated with way too many instructions, but Joe is straight to the point. Great teacher
Nate Black, RKC - Cleveland,OH
Easy to read Articles and follow his programms.
Rated 10 out of 10
Joe Pavel's articles are easy to read and understand.They inspire you to to get stronger and leaner and you can see the results in few sessions.Though, i find some of his routines are brutal you can still adapt the same to your own energy levels and still improve. My core is getting stronger which is my main concern now.
Thanks for your articles and keep on writing.Inspiring people to improve is a positive karma in your favour.
Jacques - Madrid
Joe walks the walk and talks the talk
Rated 10 out of 10
I've been working with Joe over the past year and I want to tell you he knows his stuff. Not only is he a great trainer, he lives it, as evidenced by staying ripped year round (at age 43) and continuing to push the upper echelon in the kettlebell strength circles..188 snatch reps, TGUs with the Beast etc. and of course juggling with the Beast as well!
Joe has a way of bringing out the best in you without any pretenses or intimidation. He not only has the patience (he has a wife and 2 kids!) but also the persistence to get you to the next level. I would highly recommend him - Joe is the real deal!
Brad Ellingson, CSCS, Top Notch Personal Trng - Maple Grove MN USA
i have never meet joe in person but i have had great results with his
online trainig programs.being over 50 with shoulder tendonitis,joe wrote the perfect program for me.short-frequent-hard with alot of great exercises for my shoulder the result-i'm pressing the the 70lb bell for reps!!not bad for a guy pushing 60!!when i had questions joe
would e-mail me right away which kept my progress going. what also impressed me with joe's programs is he can write them for any level and age group.how many guys have you seen write programs for the over forty crowd?a great online instructor who can meet the needs of any age group or any level training!!
ralph melkonian - reading ma
Great Instructor!
Rated 10 out of 10
Joe's laid back, but HIGHLY effective teaching style was second to none. He helped bring my knowledge and technique of kettlebells to a higher place! He was to the point with his instruction without the clutter. Thanks Joe.
Erik Brown - Ft. Worth, Tx
Joe is top notch!
Rated 10 out of 10
I had the fortune of having Joe as an Assistant RKC during my RKC weekend in St. Paul this last April. His attention to detail, patience, and heartfelt encouragement helped me pass my biggest challenge to date. He is truly an asset to the program! If you are in Twin Cities you are sitting on a gold mine of kettlebell knowledge! Thank you again Joe...and power to you!
Darrin Kuwitzky-RKC - Waukesha, WI
Joe cool!
Rated 10 out of 10
I was under Joe's instruction during the RKC of April 2009. What a cool person. Never was I confused with too much instruction but rather relaxed. Joe is easy to talk to and a kind individual. Made the RKC an enjoyable experience and a very memorable one. Hopefully I will have the pleasure to run into Joe again at another workshop.
Edward Edelinski, RKC - Gulfport/Biloxi, MS USA
RKC --- ST PAUL ,MN APRIL 2009
Rated 10 out of 10
I attended the RKC certification April 2009 in St Paul, MN.It was a very fulfilling 3 days. I had prepared for 18 months and it paid off . I passed ! Joe Pavel was one of my assistant instructors for the weekend. I found Joe to be very helpful catching any little improvements I could make in my movements. Also he was there to answer any questions I might have at all times. Thank you Joe for contributing to my on going education and practice for permanent perfection .
Roxanne Altmeyer , RKC - Minneapolis , MN USA
Joe Knows!!!
Rated 10 out of 10
Joe was one of my assistant instructors at the April 2009 RKC Cert. He was very helpful in answering my questions and adjusting technique as it was related to different KB exercises. He has an eye for perfection in all KB movements. On top of that he helped our entire group get going in the morning with zhealth warm-ups that made the joints feel great, even after we did 1000 swings on day 1. If you are looking to get involved with KB or have some aches and pains that your tired of dealing with call Joe Pavel. He'll get you in the best shape of your life, with the best tool in fitness - a kettlebell and have you moving without pain in no time with some simple zhealth drills. Like I said, Joe knows. Call him and get started today.
Mark Wilson RKC - Fargo, ND USA
Joe Rocks!
Rated 10 out of 10
I had the privilege of meeting and working with Joe at the April RKC. It was a grueling weekend but Joe was able to help me keep the focus on the task at hand, give great feedback and cues and encourage with his mild-mannered approach. I know that I will be connecting with Joe at some point in the future as I prepare for the RKC II !!! Thanks Joe!
Tammy Metcalf-Filzen - Northfield, MN USA
