Russian Kettlebell Challenge June 2009 Workshop Testimonials

June 2009 Russian Kettlebell Challenge Instructor Certification Workshop — Participant Praise

Four year letter winner and three-time All-American, UC Davis Football. On opening day training camp roster of Green Bay Packers (2004) and Kansas City Chiefs (2005). Experience as personal trainer and fitness manager; about five years of experience in the industry. M.S., Human Movement, A.T. Still University, Mesa, Arizona. Certified Personal Trainer; National Academy of Sports Medicine and American College of Sports Medicine. Performance Enhancement Specialist and Corrective Exercise Specialist; National Academy of Sports Medicine

This weekend was extremely mentally and physically challenging, and worth every second – and dollar, for that matter! Much more useful, more information provided than any other cert I've taken (I have 4). Instructors and overall knowledge present and information provided were amazing. An amazing experience I will never forget.

The attention to detail in instruction.
Pavel being so involved and hands on in the workshop.
The overall knowledge level of the instructors.
The people I met and connections made.
The physical challenge was great as well.

Outstanding! Very impressive, from Pavel with his ability to fix problems so fast and articulate so efficiently; to John Du Cane whose marketing lecture was profoundly helpful (probably worth the cost of the cert in itself); to the Sr. Instructors and Team Leaser, who all had a great wealth of knowledge to share themselves.

In terms of applicable knowledge, none of my other certifications compare. The course really teaches you so much about the human body – the kettlebell is just the best tool to get the job done.

8 yrs. Wrestling experience. 1 yr. Jui Jitsu and Muay Thai experience. B.S. Exercise Science. NESTA Certified Personal Trainer. NESTA Biomechanics Specialist. NESTA Functional Training Specialist. ISSA Specialist in Performance Nutrition

Pavel – he is like the entire health and fitness industry rolled up in one man.
The manual is a great tool that not only helped me this weekend but will be used the rest of my career.
The elite aspect of this weekend goes a long way. The people that come here are a different breed. They understand hard work and nothing here is handed to you.

The quality of this training far surpasses any other certification, seminar or college course I've ever taken. Everything here I can apply and get someone to understand. Too many times I've gone to seminars and am ready to leave before it's over. Not here, I would stay 3 more days if you guys would let me.

Caleb Terray, Theatrical Fight Choreographer / Martial Arts Teacher, Lake Balboa, CA

Phase 2 in Jeet Kune Do, Kali, Silat (Magda Institute). Black Belt in Korean Hap Ki Do. Foil and Saber Fencing. Society of American Fight Directors Combatant Certifications. Recreational Ice Hockey Player

It was just like what I expected, in so much as it completely exceeded my expectations.

Simply the best. An extremely charismatic instructor with an incredible wealth of knowledge, which is shared quite openly with students.

Extremely challenging; mentally, physically, emotionally. Very practical, just enough material for 4 days crammed into 3.

The most in depth course on kettlebell applications I have done to date. Very hands on with top class instruction that improved my techniques. Made me look at new ways of introducing kettlebell methods to my own and my clients training. Superb training manual provided to allow further understanding.

Simply, if you thought you know how to use kettlebells and you haven't done the RKC, think again! As well as great instruction form Pavel and his team there is a wonderful camaraderie within the teams. I made great friends and realize RKC is undoubtedly the number 1 kettlebell certification.

The level of in-depth instruction is superior to anything I have encountered in the world of kettlebells certification programs to date. Pavel's knowledge is incredible and having waited 10 years to meet him, I wasn't disappointed. My Team Leader, assistants and all the other Sr. instructors were fantastic to work with! A truly wonderful experience.

I have studied different applications such as IKFF and BKLF, but the RKC is the most in-depth I have come across. You will leave enriched and maybe a little shocked at how much you don't know.

4 years 2CDO COY, 1st CDO Reg. Taekwondo, BJJ, Boxing, Muay Thai, Teach Personal Training courses.

I would, maybe, have learnt how to do all this on my own from books and DVDs, but it would have taken 10 years, not 3 days.

As a trainer who both works in the fitness industry and as a teacher to others in the fitness industry, the quality of instruction was without peer. The depth of knowledge, precision of application and obvious passion set the RKC apart.

ACE and AAAI/ISMA certified personal trainer. Member of IDEA and ECA World Fitness. Trained in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and American Tae Kwon Do.

It is life changing. Everyone is compassionate, eager to help, excellent in instruction and driving you to succeed. The instructors are passionate and excited for you when you ret that "ah ha" moment after you struggled with a technique and then show you got it!

The "Rock Stars" blend with "us groupies." Pavel makes you feel special – not one of a crowd and helps along with his awesome team of instructors. There are no egos like there are in other areas of fitness. We are here to learn and grow; to overcome or become and they helped us do jut that. Pass or have to try again it's definitely worth the journey. It is a life experience!

Quality - Worth every penny – great instructors, great access to knowledge and technique like no other I've been to (ECA, ACE, IDEA).

Everything from registration, to transportation, to manual, hands-on and lecture was superior! I will recommend it to one of my future hopefuls.

-17 yrs weight training. - 4 yrs kettlebell training. - 4 yr college football player. - Former CSCS - Former strongman competitor and winner of ultimate strongman challenge in Louisville, KY. - Personal trainer for 4 yrs. - krav maga student

I came to RKC thinking that I knew how to use kettlebells and that this certification would help "legitimize" me as a kettlebell trainer. Boy was I wrong! There were numerous details in kettlebell lifting that I had not focused on and by applying them I will be a stronger kettlebell lifter and better trainer for future kettlebell clients…plus it helped me set a new PR in my military press within minutes of technique change.

Instruction was outstanding and the multiple instructors really helped. I was having difficulty with one aspect of the swing and 3 instructors were telling me how to fix it… but it wasn't sinking in. the a 4th instructors offered her suggestion in a different manner that I could completely relate to and we fixed the problem within 2-3 swings.

No comparison. All of the other training certifications (NSCA, etc) focus on material, notes, and slides and not on application. RKC improves one through the use of practice and hands on applications.

College Football, Loras College, Dubuque, IA, Avid Weight Lifter for 20 plus years. Have been training with Kettlebells since August of 2008.

This is a life-changing weekend for anyone seriously using or who is planning to use kettlebells. It is a MUST for people who feel that they have what it takes to train others with kettlebells.

Their wealth of knowledge is incredible but their ability to simplify techniques is a great asset to the course

Played in the World Hockey Championship for Team Latvia. Own a fitness club for 12 years.

It was extremely educational. Every callus that was ripped open on my hands was very much worth it.

a) Intensely brutal, but also intensely informational. There was a constant stream (or river) of drills, cues, and corrections – for anyone wanting to train someone with the KB this IS the cert.

b) Relationships – met some wonderful, like-minded individuals with whom I shared (suffered through) a wonderful experience.

The Russian Kettlebell Certification Training contributed to my understanding and practice of kettlebells in the following ways:

Focus more on quality vs. quantity (I've been in a rut of going too very high rep snatch and swing workouts, sometimes deteriorating my quality).
Verbal reinforcement along with "aha" drills to repeat things I've read many, many times.
There is a difference in working on your own technique and being able to relay that technique to others (people learn different ways, body types are different).
Hard style uses kettlebells as a tool to increase performance in life and sport, not necessarily focusing on achieving kettlebell specific goals.
TGU!! Huge change, I've been doing long sets of TGU's with big weights. There is no way I could do that with this new style of TGU. (I can get great workout now, with much lighter load).
I've found I become too efficient at times (the body will sacrifice quality for quantity! Gray Cook). But I need to work on working the lift harder (just like #1).

A simple effective training method. All anyone really needs to accomplish their goals.

Loved Pavel's classes, sense of humor. The squat class was phenomenal. Geoff Neupert's lecture on "What is the RKC" was amazing.

I've used kettlebells since 2005. I've carried my bells to Irag/Afghanistan. I've used them as my primary fitness tool. They've helped me stay in shape and get in better shape in any environment imaginable. They work.

The course was great because it helped perfect and refine my technique. Also making it easier to help others

Multiple martial arts training in Kempo, Boxing, Mauy-Thia, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsiu, Judo, Jeet-Kune-do and MMA. Have participated in Full Contact Karate tournaments, amateur mauy-thia, amateur boxing, and amateur MMA fights. Started out body building in high school until I discovered kettlebells 4 years ago and now work with them exclusively. No direct training but do have experience working as a security guard for casinos and bouncing for local concerts.

The Russian Kettlebell Certification Training contributed to my understanding and practice of kettlebells in the following five ways:

Improved my swing. I never had serous problems but definite over-tightening in my lower back. But now I feel more powerful and better aligned in my back.
A new PR in my C+P after only one technique. I pressed a 24kg, which was usually hard for me. Pavel saw how easy it was and said, "That kettlebell is too light for you grab a heavier one." I picked up the 28kg kettlebell, which I have never been able to press and put it up with ease.
I had a much easier time with the rack position on my clean.
NO back pain in my front squats any more.
I also learned that kettlebells are truly the hardest tools in the world to work with and that Pavel truly is Evil.

The hardest but most satisfying weekend of my life. Like a championship fight you'll hate it when your getting beat, hurt and exhausted beyond belief but when it's all over your glad you did it and know that you will never be the same afterward. I came to the RKC just a man and left a greivik.

The team leaders were amazing. They caught things in my technique that I wouldn't have caught myself and made me a more efficient athlete.
Mr. Du Cane's lecture on marketing provided a great deal of information I had questions about.
Training on a team brings out the best in everyone because you don't want to let them down.
Being put on the spot. We perform better (under fire).
Being asked questions randomly kept me alert and taught me the hard way to catch mistakes.

The Russian Kettlebell Certification Training contributed to my understanding and practice of kettlebells in the following five ways:

No matter how much experience one has with KB's there is always room for improvement.
Tai Chi/Qigong is a magnificent complement to KB training.
That we don't train kettlebells to get better at kettlebells, but rather other things.
John gave me tremendous tools on marketing, an area that I was totally inept.
This is a community that I shall devote the rest of my days to.

The RKC is catharsis incarnate. It's like embarking on an epic journey in which we gain internal/external strength and focus, tremendous self-knowledge and camaraderie stronger than I ever felt as infantryman.

It was a combination of simplicity and profoundness. I've been given a great arsenal of tools to get my clients stronger and healthier in the shortest amount of time. Every instructor on the field was not only brimming with great training information but their generosity with it was amazing.

It has beaten everything else by a landslide. You simply can't get this combination of quality, precision and hard, intelligent work anywhere else.

Wild fitness Coach (Level I), earned in London, UK. NASM Certified. Dux-Ryu Ninjutsu Black Belt.

Kettlebell training, while being one of the most challenging forms of fitness, yields the best results for all aspects of life. The workshop exponentially increased my knowledge, appreciation and humility at every rep, every breath. Never in my life have I worked so hard and so efficiently. From staff to candidates, everyone ROOTS for your success! Spread the word!

Pavel was spot on, so were all the instructors, combining various teaching styles and personalities. A good mix.

As with most I have taken, I have learned a lot. But this one truly teaches how to analyze and actually make sense of its knowledge, rather than spout it like it's something we should know without proper backing.

Professional rated skydiver, Jumpmaster, NAUI Scuba Instructor, B.S. Degree in Health and Physical Education, Judo background (yellow belt), United States Marines 1962-1965, Chiropractor(Advanced Certification Activator Protocol, Founder and Developer of Independence Chiropractic Technique, VOM Tech Certified (animal adjusting), Z-Health R-Phase Certified (should be I-Phase Certified by RKC. (Gym Rat for the last 40+ Years) Prior to Kettlebells.

A life changing, life appreciation experience that develops both confidence and humility. Marine boot camp plus TAO – beautiful.

Very, very impressive – they were able to fairly effectively get a lot of info across to a VERY large and diverse group of people.

I've run 5 marathons (2000-2004). I've been training with KB's since January 2008.

Absolutely amazing! I've trained for and ran 5 marathons, and I thought that was tough. I can't imagine that anything compares to working with a kettlebell. It really is extreme fitness in your hand. The RKC training is incredibly tough. Words can't describe it. But, it is incredibly EMPOWERING!!

Nothing short of outstanding! The wealth of Pavel's knowledge is mind blowing. And he shares it in a way that you can understand – it's relevant.

I love how he walks around and really engages with the students. He really is watching you.

Certified Personal Trainer, Licensed Massage Therapist. Specialty: High Intensity Training, Weight Management, Strength and Conditioning. Former United States Marine

The Russian Kettlebell Certification Training contributed to my understanding and practice of kettlebells in the following five ways:

High instructor to student ratio! This allowed for hands on training from the instructors.
That form & technique are crucial and should never be compromised.
That all body types need to be evaluated. What works for my body type may not work for a different body type.
That pain and tough love are enjoyable if it is presented in a loving way.
You need to practice and practice the basics.

My experience was great, in that I learned from the very best. I would have to say that this course has changed my life.

AWESOME!! This is the most comprehensive and challenging training I have completed. Thank you all for your time, effort and sharing of knowledge.

It was difficulty with a very define purpose. I was impressed with the way the information was presented and how the physical challenge of the workshop complemented and enhanced the learning process.

Marketing seminar, it tied together the feelings that I had during the hardest moments of the training.
The instruction on the technique for the practice of kettlebells. I was able to improve on a daily basis despite fatigue and other factors.
The difficulty of the course. I really thought that the break down of the body will pay dividends in my life in general.
The professionalism of Pavel. I was very impressed with the presentation of the material and it was delivered with wit and humor.
The other candidates, I was impressed with the earnest and dedication of many. It is humbling.

I thought that Pavel did an extraordinary job. I can see why RKC has become what is has become. I was also impressed with Shaun and Cortez; their explanations were sufficient, much like the practice of kettlebells itself. I also noticed how they ran their groups I thought they got the maximum out of the students and were very organized.

The training is a hard as anything I have done. It was similar to when I played hockey and we would practice without the puck for a week, skating and endurance, skating and endurance, building a foundation to excel. I think that this were the difficulty of the training comes into play. The exercises, technique can become second nature leading to a fundamental understanding of movement and allowing to excel in either your chosen sport or as a teacher.

12 years practicing traditional Kung Fu stylist in 7 Star Praying Mantis, Tai Chi, Qigong & Hung Gar. Sifu in 7 Star Praying Mantis system of Kung Fu.

The Russian Kettlebell Certification Training contributed to my understanding and practice of kettlebells in the following ways:

It gave me a much deeper understanding of the movements, the importance of details and the value of high standards.
It opened my eyes to how kettlebell training with proper form can dramatically fix mobility issues often rather quickly.
It helped me to feel connected to the RKC and feel the responsibility of carrying on the name in a way that would make my instructor and forebears proud.
It helped me realize that everyone comes to the table with different body styles and they are not necessarily going to perform the way I do.

The RKC is trial by fire with tough love, respect, high standards and systematic success.

The knowledge and understanding demonstrated was a blessing. They really are masers of their trade, and in this arena you only get there by doing it yourself. Therefore I give much respect and appreciation.

I've been in the Air Force for 8 years. I'm a certified Spinning and Pilates level 1 instructor. I've been training with Kettlebells for two years.

It's hard-core and beyond anything I could imagine. The motivation I get working with Andrea Du Cane is monumental. This has been amazing, unforgettable and unexplainable how in 3 days I am beginning to truly work as a strong unit.

Professionalism and commitment: commit to the workout and focus.
Breathing techniques -> improved my focus, cardio and in then my technique was stronger.
Marketing lecture was motivational and gave me key points to concentrate on as I'm building my clientele.
The instructor/assistant to trainer ratio -> and every time I had a question or an ugly double swing it was addressed and corrected.
The 3 concepts of RKC – proud to be a member of such a strong, intelligent, focused, professional and humorous family. All 3 concepts continued to keep my motivation soaring through out the weekend.
Stretches were incredible and very helpful – sink deeper into your squat, relax your shoulder. I will def. daily use these ideas.

They tell it like it is. Meat and potatoes only. You listen and become a sponge -> I have learned the strong basics through Pavel, my team leader Andrea Du Cane and the other team leaders and assistants with weekend.

The information was presented and broken down in a way that I will retain and understand. RKC doesn't compare in terms of mental focus, strength techniques and understanding the way your muscles move than any other fitness cert I have taken -> it kicks all other certs' ass.

This is the most intense physical training I have ever undergone. I have learned more than I even hoped for and I am very excited to go home and try these techniques in my own workouts and working with others.

I found everyone I worked with to be extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Andrea Du Cane was my team leader any my technique will be forever changed for the better by working with her. She was amazing at making corrections that really work. The assistants were very helpful and supportive. And of course learning from Pavel himself is beyond compare.

Each team leader was so knowledgeable and I benefited greatly by the variety of helpful feedback and suggestions of each one! I felt I received outstanding instruction and am amazed at the level of organization, and professionalism that I witnessed throughout the weekend.

It was monumental in terms of learning an art form. I felt prepared coming into this, but realized there is still so much to learn! I love the process.

Outstanding. Everyone had a different "style", yet all were beneficial to witness and learn from. I felt everyone that led had the proper experience and equipment to do so.

I don't think I have ever learned so much about something I am so passionate about in such a short amount of time. It has pushed me both physically and mentally to be an example to my clients. I am energized to go out and share my knowledge and love of kettlebells even more so than I was before! What an exciting experience.

Knowledge was AMAZING felt so honored to be instructed by this group. Provided "tough love" to push us to be the best that we could be.

Wonderful experience and am looking forward to other Dragon Door Workshops in the future.

The Russian Kettlebell Certification Training contributed to my understanding and practice of kettlebells in the following ways:

Not only was my body guided into un-thought of abilities my mind exploded to even greater gains.

I feel like I have just dipped my toe into a vast ocean. Great knowledge base and abilities to mirror what they are explaining.

Well done, well worth the training, time, expense and effort to come and get the RKC experience. Thanks for challenging and changing my life and the lives of those I will come into contact with because of this RKC.

The best 3 days I have spent in years, the overall professionalism and efficiency of the course is incredible. The amount of information packed into 3 days is unbelievable. It was both physically and mentally challenging, but done so in a way that only promotes growth and the desire to learn more.

Pavel's knowledge is amazing. His ability to take complex scientific principles and put them into simply, "ready to use now' applications is the best I have ever seen. I can't think of a more qualified person to run this workshop.

Andrea Du Cane was an amazing Team Leader. Her knowledge and ability to coach is at the highest level and she doesn't "pussy foot" around. I loved her "get it done right attitude" – it flowed perfectly with the over all professionalism of the course, and she is cool.

Very impressive. Some material may be used immediately, whiles some will be put away for a lifetime. I have taken other certs. FMS, USAW, NSCA which have been great, but the amount of physical, hands-on activity really sets this course apart from Any other.

The marketing workshop was great, it was unexpected, but really shows DDP is at the top of its game.

2 yrs RKC & NASM-CPT. 3 yrs high school Football/Weights. 8 yrs Tae Kwon Do (5 yrs instructing). 4 yrs Muay Thai/Kali/BJJ (2 yrs instructing). 1 yr MMA. 6 yrs traditional weight lifting/body-building. 3 yrs Kettlebell Training

Knowing you can contact and get help form the Sr./Masters/Chief is great. Knowing that you have these resources definitely helps.

Life changing. From the depth on instruction to the marketing info, every aspect of how to be a successful RKC is taught to us in a very efficient way. All one has to do is put that info to work. It's hard work, but that just makes it all the more satisfying when you're done. I can't recommend this course enough!

Top-notch, pure and simple. No matter what question was asked, there was an answer. Their attention to detail is so precise and so effective that, even as the weekend wore on, people got stronger, more flexible, and just flat-out performed better. Everyone was very approachable, and always willing to help. Basically, they all make it clear that they want you to succeed just as much as you want to succeed.

This was my second time through the RKC, and it was much harder this time. And I'm glad. I'm proud to be part of something like this that grows, evolves and constantly raise the bar. Keep up the awesome work!

It was a celebration of the potential in every human body and mind. The community environment makes it possible for candidates to surpass what he or she could achieve on their own terms.

Constant drilling, when my swing finally clicked, I realized how to expend only the energy necessary for the movement.
Pavel was as smart and charismatic as I expected. I now know that this is more than business for him.
The chance to ask questions = answers.
My instructor's assessments. I realize how limited my ability to self-assess is now.
Camaraderie – meeting 60 people who love kettlebells is like bumping into 60 old friends you lost track of.

Absolutely brilliant. Nothing is more frustrating than asking a question and having a teacher either not know the answer, or worse – not be humble enough to admit they don't know and give you guesses. That doesn't happen here.

Much more difficult, much more useful, instantly applicable. The depth and breadth of "only" 6 exercises presented could easily be a 2 week camp – yet I learned what I was supposed to in 3 days. Now I could teach.

Can't thank you all enough. I am a writer and still can't find the words to describe what this meant to me. The most fun I've ever had, in a sick way. Sort of like having Christmas… in Hell.

Tougher and yet more rewarding than anything I've ever done! I was able to learn more and do more than I ever thought possible.

An absolute wealth of knowledge. To be the best you have to learn from the best, and these instructors are exceptional!

I haven't participated in any serious training since my first year of college. I played football, wrestled, ran track and played baseball in high school. This is tougher than anything I've ever done.

The RKC was the most challenging thing I've been through. To say I learned a lot would be an understatement. I learned about technique, cues for teaching others, and mental toughness.

I've been studying to take the NSCA cert. for about a year and still don't feel prepared. After the RKC I feel prepared!

Collegiate Track and Field Athletic, National Strength & Conditioning Association Certified Personal Trainer.

I exposed myself and my weaknesses. I need to go home and work on those weaknesses. This weekend was very hard and scaring for me. I am glad I came.

Knowledge is so good. I am a CSCS and NSCR-CPT. I learned so much. I don't regret dong the CSCS etc, but wish I had done this long ago. The training was great, interesting and the instructor so nice to me. Believe me they had to have patience with me.

So more thorough, so much more intense. It exposed my physical problems, but I feel I am going to be able to correct those in the future.

Currently studying to become Certified Personal trainer through National Academy of Sports Medicine. Have four years of military service (no longer active duty).

The safety and corrective drills were priceless. These will allow me to safely and effectively correct and improve my clients' exercise problems.

This experience was physically challenging, mentally stimulating, and helped me realize my own physical strength – I am much stronger than I thought!!

Excellent knowledge and ability shown. Professional, too! Shaun Cairns and his team were great together in helping us! The overall format of the course was excellent – teaching us, breaking down, allowing us to practice on each other, then on the victims. What a natural progression.

Bachelors of Science in Health and Wellness Promotion. Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist.

The RKC certification training took what I knew and forged a more complete understanding. I was honestly humble with a little ego bang while at the same time relieved that I still had much to learn. I truly intend to make my skill level a life long pursuit.

John's marketing lecture added a vital piece of the training puzzle for those of us who do this for a living.

Very in depth. No time for excuses or complaints. To the point, clear, simple. What good teachers should be.

A-CPT- NPTI, CPT- NPTI. Group Exercise Instructor- AFAA. CPR/AED- American Red Cross. Certified Lifeguard- American Red Cross

There is no way to simulate this hands-on experience. To be around and taught by the best in the kettlebell training, I gained the knowledge not only on how to perform and teach, but how to carry myself as a professional!

I don't want to leave them. I am learning so much just by watching them, how they interact, how they teach. I have to come back!

After this weekend I want to throw all of my old material away and only purchase and experience Dragon Door.

Collegiate Track and Feild Athletic, National Strength & Conditioning Association Certified Personal Trainer.

All of the staff was extremely helpful to me. I felt that everyone was highly qualified to assist at the training.

It's the most challenging course I have ever taken. There was also so much more hands-on experience.

This was one of the most difficult but gratifying experiences of my life. Through pushing myself physically I found a new mental toughness that I did not think I ever had.

Personally being able to work with Andrea Du Cane to increase my squat 6" with one stretch.

Obviously Pavel's knowledge is vast and amazing. I only wish I could have more time to soak up as much knowledge as possible. The best part about it is that he is not cocky in the way he goes about things even though he is "the master". He is also always willing to learn more as seen through his attentiveness to his Sr. Instructors and Team Leaders.

Marketing presentation was a great help as I am trying to start a business. I also found the Qigong very re-energizing.

Trained for and completed half Ironman triathlon. Successfully completed Sheriff recruit training.

I believe this training has made me a more confident person, especially in the execution of delivering the fundamentals of the kettelbell.

This has been the best training in exercise I have taken. The workload was extensive but still manageable. High quality training was presented in a very clear and concise manner. It was nice to put it to practical use each day. And be tested appropriately.

This certification has increased my metal (& physical) capacity to handle pain and use it to break through thresholds and evolve into a stronger individual. Discipline is taught through exercise technique. Strength and endurance is enhanced through perseverance. Camaraderie is developed by team harmony.

Execution! One of my new years resolutions was to execute more. That's why I signed up for RKC. Most people talk too much, Just do it!

More practice.
There are talkers and there are executors!
Most lecturers talk and hardly workout themselves.
At RKC you execute!

The RKC training experience is very welcoming from the start of the meet and greet in the hotel. Everyone is very helpful with their knowledge of the drills and technique. The experience overall is a great learning tool for anyone wanting to get better at teaching and using kettlebells themselves.

The team leaders and assistants were most helpful in their critiquing of form in a proactive manner.
The marketing seminar helped me see how to overcome some of the problems I have run into selling myself as a trainer.
All of the trouble shooting demonstrations, because that is the kind of stuff I run into as a trainer. They help explain why.
The handbook is and will be useful because it has step by step instructions that actually help
The Turkish get up segment helped me fix my form and feel the entirely of the exercise.

The quality and knowledge of all instructors was extremely useful. All used constructive criticism and were never rude about questions asked.

The practical use of this training is by far the best specific training I have been to. Everything was covered in great detail with real life examples and solutions to fix them.

Joe Sansalone, Owner/Head Performance Training Specialist, Optimum Performance Training, Ellicott City, MD

Black belt, Baltimore Martial Arts Academy. Full Contact Fighter 1994-2000.

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION: Functional Movement Screen (FMS) - Certified Instructor. American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) - Certified Personal Trainer. National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) - Certified Personal Trainer. American Council on Exercise (ACE) - Certified Personal Trainer. Lifestyle Management Associates (LMA) - Certified Nutrition Specialist. Athletes' Performance Institute (API) - Three phase mentorship Graduate.

Mentally demanding, boot camp like experience. Very intense, detail oriented class with superb instruction.

Pavel – humble and excellent, very knowledgeable, made you feel good about yourself, even when you struggled, yet still taught you now to improve. Never demeaning or arrogant. Always treated you with respect.

Learning to subdue myself to create a stronger more engaged trainer. As I stepped aside and opened up to instruction from peers and instructors I am learning to focus on the assistance I can offer others.

Pavel was thorough yet brief and pointed. I was able to better absorb info this way. He had just enough science information to drive home key issues. Seems to really enjoy the pain we experience as we grow.

This RKC program not only tested the limits of my physical strength and stamina, but my mental strength and stamina. For that I am truly grateful.

Excellent! Very knowledgeable and more importantly able to convey that knowledge base effectively.

Academic: Master's of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine. Profession certifications: Licensed acupuncturist, herbalist, thai yoga massage practitioner, Martial arts experience: Hung Ga kung fu, submission grappling

Quality was very good. Scope was just right, not too much or too little. Very practical.

Co-owner, Baltimore Martial Arts Academy, and Baltimore MMA. Black Belt in Mixed Martial Arts with over five years of mixed martial arts experience. Student of Joe Sansalone, Optimum Performance Training since 2006. MBA, Johns Hopkins University

I can only comment fairly on Pavel and my team instructors since they are the ones that gave me direct feedback (Team Du Cane) my team overall was very knowledgeable and gave constructive feedback. I liked Pavel's teaching style because there was very little extra, misc. dialogue – he got to the point and still gave all necessary details.

I train with a protegee of athletics performance, which in my opinion is an extremely high level. My trainers not only trans me physically but educates, the RKC has the same dual service which is invaluable.

It was tough but honest – no fluff and no sympathy – just good old-fashioned work to achieve a high degree of competency.

Outstanding – really a lot of subtleties that make each exercise more powerful, effective and safe. Everyone brought something different to the table. It helped me think differently about how I will communicate to my clients.

No comparison. Only 3 a days during the not and humid August football practices from high school came close to testing my limits of endurance.

It's a course on real training. It is informative and more importantly it teaches you now to implement that information.

I have learned a lot about my own kettlebell practice as well as how to guide others. I feel part of a real community.

Pavel and the trainers are clearly top-notch. They bring a wealth of information and a way to communicate that information.

Enjoy many of the outdoor sports Colorado has to offer, trail running, races between Silverton and Telluride. I have four children, twin girls that are three years old and two boys ages 13 and 14. I have many small certifications that pertain to fitness, but the real certification for me is the one with a challenge. I love to challenge myself. I run a very successful boot camp program here in Durango Colorado.

The instructors were very helpful and knowledgeable. The instructions were broken down in so many steps that practicing them and teaching them makes sense as to why and what.

It has credibility by really teaching a true technique. Other fitness equipment or certifications can mostly be obtained by anyone – it takes dedication and knowledge to have a true RKC cert.

It was indeed an enlightening and educational experience to spend the weekend learning the RKC "hard-style" method, as well as how to use what I mastered to effectively coach others. Kb's can be a tool in any person's arsenal in their pursuit of health and overall fitness.

Extremely professional and high-quality knowledge put out by all instructors. Instructors were meticulous in pointing out faults and often went beyond their duty in providing assistance to trainees.

Hands on practical training was the order of the day and I really appreciated that. We managed to pack a large amount of information and skill acquisition into the 3-day weekend. We also learned the foundation exercises of Russian KB training and the mechanics involved.

Collegiate Track and Field Athletic, National Strength & Conditioning Association Certified Personal Trainer.

The hardest thing physically I've ever done, but one of the most rewarding. I trained hard for six months using Pavel's Enter the Kettlebell program. I needed very minute of it! Thank you.

Good explanations to all questions, lots of Tough Love! Instructors went the extra mile to b helpful. Thank you.