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September 2009 Russian Kettlebell Challenge Certification Workshop—Participant Praise

Eric Sommers, Personal Trainer, New Heights Fitness, Hudson, WI

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

BS Health and Human Performance. CSCS. NSCA-CPT

It was everything I had expected, everything I had hoped for… and more!

What five aspects of the workshop did you find most useful and why?

1. Attention to detail: for as well as I thought I was doing I was able to discover plenty of things to work on.
2. Reminding me that "the six" movements when applied correctly are all the drills you'll ever need.
3. The marketing seminar was amazing! Every bit of it is spot on when looking at my 15 years as a personal trainer attempting to better market myself.
4. Networking with students and instructors.
5. Making lost of new friends that are passionate about the same things in life as I am.

Pavel was top notch, as expected. I expected the Tiger Woods of kettlebells and I got him. My team leader and the rest of the team leaders and assistant instructors did nothing short of an amazing job.

When I first learned of the physical demands (snatch test) and the certification fee I was furious. After about an hour I was ecstatic! Finally a course that demands 200% commitment both physically and financially. I have a degree in Health and Human performance, am CSCS, and NSCA-CPT. Yet anyone in terrible shape can study a book for a couple days, pay a small fee and become a certified trainer. My CSCS has been given no more respect then ACE by some, with RKC finally a line has been drawn. You will be RKC, or you will not. Toughest certification I have done. Thankfully!

I had the time of my life. Felt like a kid in a candy store all weekend. Discovering Pavel, Dragon Door, kettlebells and everything that has come with it has changed my life… I cannot thank all those involved enough for what you have opened my eyes to.

Drew Forshey, Personal Trainer/Strength Coach, Raleigh, NC

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Four time North Carolina State Champion Wrestler. Undefeated for four years in the state during high school. First team all ACC wrestler at University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. Team Captain UNC Wrestling

I thought I knew how to use kettlebells correctly and in fact I had no idea. The change to my personal kettlebell techniques will only help myself as well as my clients. I had a really good time and I now feel 100% confident to relay my knowledge to my future victims.

The instruction was great. I really learned way more than I thought I would.

I felt it was a good mix of learning the technique, applying it into a workout and then trouble shooting anything that needed work.

Marty Mills, High School Strength and Conditioning Coach/Teacher, Greenwood, IN

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Division II Collegiate Wrestler, University of Indianapolis, 1993-1997. High School Strength and Conditioning Coach/Teacher, Center Grove High School, Greenwood, IN, 2002-present. Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, NSCA, 2002-present. USAW Sports Performance Coach Certification, 2004-present. 2006 USAPL National Bench Press Champion 242 lb weight class (606 lbs.) Denver, CO. 5th place 2006 IPF World Bench Press Championships 242 lb weight class (573 lbs) Milosc, Hungary. USAPL Bench Press State Record Holder (620 lbs @ 242 lbs). I have been the strength coach for over 100 "All-State" athletes since 2002. My biggest accomplishment in coaching has come this past year. While using a minimalist program with kettlebells, Olympic lifts, and powerlifting we were able to win the 2008 IHSAA 5A (Big School) football state championships. Max Preps ranked our football team the 13th best in the country, and USA today ranked our conference the 5th toughest football conference in the country.

I thought I had great technique coming in, but technically I'm not as good as I thought I was. I came in good, but I'm leaving great.

It's the best system of training (but I knew that coming in).

I have my NSCA and USAW certs. As far as being "rigorous" on a scale of 1-10 the RKC is a 10, the NSCA is a 1 and the USAW is a 5.

Jennifer McGowan, Personal Trainer, Chicago, IL

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

ACE Certified Personal Trainer 2001, 2004 Chicago Marathon

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

1. Improved understanding of how subtleties of body position can improve overall performance.
2. Enhanced knowledge of "relax tension" technique for improvement in strength.
3. Better understanding of how to actually see problems with technique in other people.
4. More "tools in the tool box" to correct the problems with improper technique.
5. Better understanding of all the fundamental kettlebell moves/lifts.

It was a very intensive course mentally and physically that allowed me to go to the next level in my kettlebell training. This course is a firm foundation to what I look forward to as a life only learning process. I am eager for the rest of the journey!

Pavel is fabulous! Great teacher; engaging and knowledgeable.

My team leader, Dan John, was an unexpected surprise. He is a great coach and his generosity of spirit made me want to do my best. I'm so grateful that I had the opportunity to work with him.

This workshop was expensive for me in terms of money and time. I leave it feeling that it was a very good value for today and the future.

Yarida Mendez, Personal Trainer New York, NY

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

American Academy of Personal Training.

Is a life changing challenge, very inspirational. It has changed my life in everyway. I'm the kind of person who doesn't like to be told what to do. But this was different. I encourage any trainer to pass through this program. It was the hardest thing I have done in my entire life.

Dustin Williams, Pipe Layer, Hugo, MN

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

High School Hockey, 3 years kettlebell training.

Grotesquely brutal at times, yet beautifully traumatic. I usually enjoy a slice or two of humble pie at times, this weekend my stomach was constantly and uncomfortably full of it!

What five aspects of the workshop did you find most useful and why?

1. Swing breakdown. It is the foundation exercise, yet I feel in my experience it has not been taken seriously enough. Until now.
2. Turkish get up and how it can be a beautiful corrective exercise in coordination and flexibility.
3. Dan John's lecture on what is RKC. It made me feel very connected and significant in the organization.
4. John Du Cane's marketing lecture. I want to make a living out of kettlebell training. I believe he/Pavel/Dragon Door can help me do that.
5. The constant drilling of the importance of lats. Why is obvious; they control all kettlebell movements.

Sommer Spain, Stay home mom, Fort Worth, TX

Wonderful experience, I was lucky to have gone through this with my husband. Such a great way for us to bond and share a challenge we will remember forever

I was very impressed with the Sr. Instructors and their knowledge not only in the field of kettlebells, but in other areas that can be used to better teach and demonstrate. This is not a meat head workshop, but a learning center for those who want to better their understanding of kettlebells and how the body can benefit from them.

I am excited about the challenge my husband and I were able to do together as a team. I just had a baby 9 months ago and I have been so impressed with my strength and recovery from using kettlebells after my pregnancy. I look forward to sharing story and experience.

Andrew Pantke, Mechanical Engineer, Highland MI

This is the most challenging thing I've ever done in my athletic career, as well as the most rewarding.

Excellent instruction all across the board.

The attention to detail is what sets the RKC apart for me. I'm not a natural athlete by any means. So all of Pavel's advice that is simple to athletes is important to my ability to improve.

Breg Hughes, US Army, Sonora, TX

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

5 yrs US Army

Most comprehensive physical education I've ever received. The learn by doing method of instruction combined with personal attention of RKC's drives home the principles and reinforce good learned habit. The instructors were extremely professional/knowledgeable.

RKC exceeded all prior physical education I've ever received. The scope and practical use were surprising. The quality is unmatched anywhere I have been and explanations of the system were clear and concise, very easy to understand.

Adam Kantelas, Fitness Instructor/Cashier, Cleveland, OH

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

I served in the Infantry for three years within the Army. I am a level 1 Crossfit Trainer at Crossfit Cleveland.

The trainers were extremely warm and amiable, while at the same time attentive, informative, and demanding. I look forward to coming out to more certifications through Dragon Door because of this incredible tight rope walk that the trainers are more than capable of.

Mr. Tsatsouline did an awesome job of explaining how to develop tension and relaxation when necessary. Instructor Dan John had a very keen eye with all of the movement. He was able to spot deficiencies very quickly and offer solutions. His insight into training others was very astute as well. Instructor Amy Dudley and TR did an excellent job of spotting deficiencies, taking care of their team and keeping us on track in general.

How did the Russian Kettlebell Certification Training compare with any other training you have taken in physical exercise—in terms of quality, scope of material, and practical use?

This course has blown them out of the water. Nothing compares to this, to my knowledge, outside of Dragon Door.

Steve Johnson, Manager, St Louis Park, MN

Life Changing! Haven participated in collegiate sports with over 20 years of weight training I've never been involved with something so simple yet effective.

Top notch. Insightful, yet easy to understand. You don't have to be pre-med to get it!

The best so far for me. I plan on really focusing on the program minimum and correcting my weaknesses. When I have balanced things out the sky's the limit.

Cory Jirak, Personal Trainer, Cedar Rapids, IA

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Two years of division three college football. B.A in Major Fitness Development and Health and Wellness. Personal trainer in Cedar Rapids last three years this September 26th.

Hands down the best course I have ever taken. 4 years at college and the study of fitness, was just presented to me in 3 days. This beats any personal training certification in my mind.

I will leave here with valuable knowledge but knowing that I have a long way to go excites me. Talking with Asst. RKC's they all say that every time the asst. A certification they learn something new. And the fitness/training knowledge of Pavel is absolutely astounding, his words, techniques, drills shall make me better as a person and a trainer.

Brian Lawson, Personal Trainer, Red Hook, NY

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Active in sprint distance tri-athlons. ACE certified pt. Attended AOS kb cert course May 09. TRX instructor. Owner of Body Architecture, a privately owned personal training studio specializing in functional training and working the hell out of clients. 4 yrs active duty ARMY 93-97

I got the most out of this weekend more than any other course I have ever taken! Completely hands on!

Pavel is amazing! Jon Engum is awesome as were the assist.

Jon was very direct in what he wanted and expected and the assistants were there to support and help with their team. Antonia was very helpful! The quality of training was more than anything else I have ever done. I wish I would have done this years ago!

The RKC was so in depth and detailed. I took the Art of Strength Kettlebell cert in May and I feel as though I wasted $2000 and my time on it. I learned way more here in 4 hrs than I did there in 2 days. I will by far recommend this course to anyone! I wish I would have researched more before taking that other one.

Great course! I think that anyone who is serious about fitness with themselves or who train clients should make this essential n their to do list. This course makes all the big training certifying agencies out there seem like a joke such as ACE, NSCA, etc. why study a reference manual and take a multiple choice test to pass/fail. That doesn't have any bearing on the type of trainer you are but this absolutely does!

Wynne Conklin, personal trainer, Northbrook, IL

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

18 years personal trainer

The last 7 months of training with kettlebells has revived my passion for seeking higher knowledge and the pursuit for a highly skilled "machine" the body. At 48 years old I feel better and look better than ever. I still "spring" out of bed each morning and look forward to inspiring my "victims". The perspective of kettlebell training as a practice vs. a workout has also inspired me to achieve what the mind can perceive it can achieve with tough love and hard work.

How did the Russian Kettlebell Certification Training compare with any other training you have taken in physical exercise—in terms of quality, scope of material, and practical use?

No comparison. This has been life altering. No looking back. Only moving forward. Will use everyday and study more.

Lionel Martin, Massage Therapist, Madison, WI

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Nationally ranked ultra runner, CAT 2 cyclist, 2nd degree blackbelt HWA RANG DO, work with 15 guys in the NFL...Ex Military Police 8 years..

Run don't walk to get this invaluable training. I got the discounted early bird rate – what a steal!

I have never experienced as much willingness to help in any seminar as much as this one. One on one when you needed it – on our own when you didn't, any question asked was answered quickly and concisely. By the end of the seminar it is easy to see everyone was 500% better than when they arrived.

Having read Pavel's books I knew a little of what to expect RKC results will have to speak for themselves. Let's say that, this was just a phenomenal experience and if you are thinking about training with the kettlebell there is only 2 ways to go. RKC and HKC.

Tod Livengood, Massage Therapist, Cleveland, OH

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

30 years martial arts training. 20 years qigong, and healing arts training.

I had a great time. Pavel and all the instructors were very approachable. Everyone was happy to share their knowledge!

Honestly I have been in the martial arts 30 years. This is the hardest physical training I have done!

Pat Sitton, Computer, Claremore, OK

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

NONE GIVEN

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

1. My understanding has at least doubled.
2. My technique has improved drastically, especially in the TGU.
3. I have finally learned what hardstyle really means.
4. I really do have more fortitude and stamina than I thought possible.
5. Learned how to handle stress under very adverse conditions.

In my fifty five years I have received many certs and degrees but none have moved me to work so hard to attain a goal like the RKC cert.

What five aspects of the workshop did you find most useful and why?

1. Instructor knowledge. I was just blown away by the immense amount of knowledge and the ability to share it with everyone.
2. Instructor assistants I doubt I would have made it without their help and support.
3. The materials were very thorough.
4. Staying on schedule, outstanding.
5. Everyone involved wanted us to succeed.

The quality was top notch. The amount of quality information just blew me away. There was no fluff in this course.

This was the most comprehensive course I have ever taken. Now I want more of the same.

I have many certs and degrees, this one however means more than all of the others combined.

JR Haines, Personal Trainer, Plymouth Minnesota

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

NPTI, NASM, Powerlifting

It has been an experience that has changed my life and will never forget. Mentally and physically the most challenging thing I've experienced, I consider my classmates my brothers.

Their knowledge of kettlebells far exceeded my expectation. I had no idea the one on one coaching I would be receiving. They dramatically improved my form and skills.

The best course I've taken, all of the lands on knowledge you receive is priceless. Each instructor takes individual time with you to make sure you understand the knowledge and can apply it. I've learned more in this course then I ever could have imagined.

From a training and mental toughness level, the best thing I've ever done!

Lori Phillips, Personal Trainer, Plain City, OH

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

I started personal training in 1988 after teaching group fitness for three years and having the desire for a more personal one on one experience with people. I started dancing when I was three years old and progressed to eventually doing some group dance competitions and a handful of pageants. The gym I was at was a large facility with a good size membership. I went to a lot of workshops and tried as many types of trendy styles. I got my first personal training certification through AFAA in 1988. I got certified in fitness boxing and that has really stuck.. In 1997 I got my certification through NASM which was an incredible asset. After fighting my way back from a car accident in 1998 ending up with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome I made controlling fibromyalgia one of my specialties. I have had quite a few clients and seen them make incredible improvements.

True test of strength.

I don't mean muscular but far beyond mental strength, physical strength and emotional strength, perseverance. It would be easy to give up if you weren't passionate about exercise, health, following through with the "dream" of being a RKC instructor.

What five aspects of the workshop did you find most useful and why?

1. John Du Cane – marketing, different material than I have heard before, a good rest as well.
2. Breakdown of the shoulder press – too many people have shoulder injuries, good to see the correct way to do it all and how to increase strength.
3. Breakdown of the swing even though I knew it and have been doing it. Hearing and seeing from Pavel makes it all clear.
4. Seeing, doing, watching another do an exercise then correcting it. Finding what the problem is.
5. Along with that – Pavel's way of correcting various problems.

The knowledge and research backing it up (much that they have done personally) is outstanding.

All the Team Leaders on their own specialty and passion. The willingness to help, critique, assist from the instructors is beyond compare. I have been in fitness for 24 years – group then personal I have been to many workshops and certifications I have never had the attention before at another workshop.

Mark Dungan, Personal Trainer, Omaha, NE

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

BS-Exercise Science, Certified American College of Sports Medicine Health-Fitness Specialist, 1st Dan Taekwondo, 4th Dan Hapkido

An orderly, intensely disciplined practice of the RKC foundations with university level instruction.

All RKC professionals demonstrated a deep comprehension and demonstrability of advanced physiological and sports science concepts. An incredible experience I would gladly pay for a textbook on such topics written by any of these professionals.

RKC requires more, and it should! The more you put in, the more you dedicate and focus your efforts, the more you receive,

Scope of material was right for the duration of the certification.

Jeff McAleer, Facility Co-Owner, Director of Training and Program Development, Toronto, Ontario

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Varsity Basketball, Dalhousie University '91-'94. 25 years resistance training/athletic conditioning experience, 13 years in fitness industry. Student of T'ai Ch'i

Certainly, the RKC was the most challenging physical experience in my life. Combined with invaluable information, the weekend was thoroughly stimulating, both physically and intellectually.

The workouts were intense, thoughtful and creative. I found Pavel's communication to be clear, concise and informative.

I was pleased, after having read most of the books, to find new stimulating ideas and techniques. Dan John provided great leadership through entertaining storytelling, challenging expectations and a wise sense of when to push and when to pull back. Thank you.

It is obvious that all of the SR. instructors are passionate about their craft and sharing it with others. Kenneth Jay has earned his nickname.

How did the Russian Kettlebell Certification Training compare with any other training you have taken in physical exercise—in terms of quality, scope of material, and practical use?

Superior in all aspect, although I have been mostly self-taught, the RKC seemed too valuable to miss and my intuition was correct.

Awesome experience! Would recommend it to anyone!

Vickie Quast, RN, Volunteer Firefighter, Garrison, MN

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Martial Arts: Tae-Kwon-Do. Member of Engum's Academy Sparring Team since 2007, 2009 Senior National TKD Champion Women's Blue Belt Division, various 1st-3rd place medals in other tournaments.

It was awesome to have Pavel present and involved in the training. All the instructors were awesome – encouraging, reassuring and empathetic. Felt like was among the most elite trainers of kettlebells.

It was the highest quality training I have ever had. The wealth of knowledge all the instructors brought contributed to that. The material was clearly presented in with verbally and visually. This helped with better learning and understanding techniques.

Jeff Semonick, Physical Therapist, Arden, NC

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Blackbelt

Wow! What an experience! Russian "tough love" is what I needed! Highly recommended course for anyone interested in physical fitness! You'll never be the same!

Outstanding. Not one question unanswered. Just as impressed this time around, as well as the last time I attended. Quality of instruction by SR. instructors and team leaders demonstrated the superior quality the RKC demands.

I've learned more about human biomechanics in this 3-day course, than an entire semester in PT school.

Brad Ellingson, VP-Finance, Maple Grove MN

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Current RKC, Level 2 Z health trainer, CSCS, powerlifting

Simplicity is the highest form of complexity. Not to be confused with easy.

Expert instruction is great, but I need to respect the people I am working for. You can't find a better group of encouraging people.

Far and away the best certification out there. Six movements over three days shows the depths of the scope of material.

Lora Sierschula, Speech Language Pathologist, Columbus, OH

RKC was one of the most challenging, yet rewarding, experiences I've had. (I am proud of myself for coming back the 2nd day;)) The instruction was priceless.

Pavel's leadership, knowledge, and charisma are impressive. He is very approachable and makes himself available to students. Dan John has great mix of sense of humor, knowledge and business that make him a highly effective leader.

Steve Rowe, Personal Trainer, West Haven, CT

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

National Academy of Sports Medicine Corrective Exercise Specialist and Certified Personal Trainer

This maybe the BEST certification a personal trainer could use – it certainly is the best I've been involved with. I got more than I expected for the training team. The RKC manual is worth its weight in gold. The Challenge was everything I expected. I'm humbled by the knowledge these comrades have to share and how well they shared it.

Nothing compares! The quality is better than top notch –the scope wider than expected. I have many new tools to help my clients and my self improve.

Matt Romain, Mechanical contractor, Bloomington, MN

Very intense, informative and overwhelming at times. The attention to details and science are way beyond what I thought it would be.

The knowledge of these professional men and women amazed me at the high level and degree that the simplest of movements were broken down. They all have a great understanding and watchful eye to catch the smallest of errors.

Barb Lass, Administration, Anoka High School, Andover, MN

I learned more about the techniques and teaching of kettlebells than I had learned over the past (almost) 2 years of training.

Pavel put things out there that were so easy to understand and immediately apply and make corrections as necessary.

My team leader Mark Reifkind and all of the assistant instructors were GREAT!! Thank you!

What I am taking from this course will improve my teaching forever.

David Ellis, I.T. Manager for Target Corp; also founder of men's adventure retreat org: Heart Revolution Inc., Minneapolis, MN

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Track & Field background (High School and College)- 1982 800 meter state record holder; no other notable athletic achievements or training/certifications.

RKC not only significantly teaches one how to build endurance and strength it also reveals one's potential, stamina, heart and willingness to go all-out to achieve the desired goal. From body to mind to heart – RKC strengthens them all.

James Ratcliff, Personal Fitness Trainer, Northbrook, IL

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

All American Cross Country Runner, Training background includes CSCS certification, ACE, study Gary Gray, Gray Cook, Paul Chek, and now Pavel. I am a personal trainer/strength coach of 10 years.

One of the more painful but most memorable 3 days I have ever experienced. Somehow getting smoked throughout the day you are able to learn on the fly how to relax and prefect your from, while you are getting more fatigued.

I couldn't imagine that there is a better certification process anywhere in the country. When the leaders speak you want to be listening because they are giving you the knowledge necessary to make a difference to someone tomorrow.

No comparison. The only other certification that I want is RKC II.

Bonnie Boone, commercial real estate management, Durham, NC

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

BFA Dance East Carolina University. KB training at Rapid Results Fitness

This weekend has been a goal that I set for myself about 5 months ago. The experience has been amazing, difficult, simple but not easy! I feel extremely accomplished.

Fantastic. Always effective to go to a workshop of any kind and meet a united front. Everyone is one the same page. Thoroughly prepared and extremely willing to help and answer any and all questions.

My background is in dance training, lots of ballet, very technique driven. RKC training was as well thought out, organized and commonsensical. Like the five ballet foot positions – from which everything comes. Kettlebell training is the same and having it laid out that way is wonderfully effective.

Everything has been so well organized and has run like a well greased engine. Even from the registration process to all mailing - emails. Great job!

Lee, jong Ki(Kenneth Lee), CEO of Kettlebell Korea, Seoul Korea

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Kettlebell training 6 years.

As expected but pretty tough experience in 3 days, I can jump to the next level. It's a new world!

Will Starr, Personal Trainer, Roseville MN

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

3 Sport Letter Winner in High School, D3 College Football at St. Olaf. Working at Corrective Exercise Specialists in downtown Minneapolis. Certified in the FMS, Titleist Fitness Instructor

Demanding, physically and mentally, rewarding, in that I am joining a system of top tier practitioners (RKC), and enjoyable.

Knowledge was excellent, energy high, and a sense of really caring from all instructors I had the pleasure of working with.

I loved the different backgrounds of everyone and hearing their own take on the RKC. Special note on Dan John -> excellent instructor, clear passionate with high expectations.

Gretchen Falck, Owner of Forza! Building strong bodies and minds, one core at a time, Northfield, MN

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

B.A. in Exercise Studies from St. Olaf College, Master's Degree in Teaching from University of St. Thomas. Competed at the collegiate and national level in track and field. Coached track and field and soccer at high school level. Level Ii Ki Hara Method of Resistance Stretching Intern.

My level of understanding of and skill with the kettelbell has increased exponentially. I am so much better prepared to practice and teach the kettlebell.

Instructors all are very knowledgeable and skilled. I felt like I was in good hands, challenged but safely so.

The quality was superb. The material was covered in a timely fashion with plenty of time for practice. The ratio of instructor to pupils was good.

Randy Ives, Personal Trainer, St. Paul, MN

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

NASM, CPT and ACE, PT

Very memorable experience.

Jody VanRyzin, Accountant, Hanover, MN

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

I have been involved in sports my entire life. I played volleyball, gymnastics, and softball through high school. I was All-Conference and Captain of both the softball and gymnastics teams. I played fast pitch college softball at UMD. After college, I have continued to play softball for fun, and enjoy golfing weekly. I started Kettlebells last September in Sharon Nelson's class at Hopkins Community Center and fell in love with it! Thanks, Sharon!

This has truly been a life changing experience for me. I fell in love with kettlebells a year ago and am looking so forward to teaching others what I have learned over the weekend. I am looking forward to continually learn move. Thank you.

Pavel is such an inspiration and just fascinating to listen to and learn from. I feel so privileged to have gotten this opportunity. My team! Yeah! Rocked. Rif – Mark – Juan – Kelli! They made this whole experience unbelievable! Thanks! Always willing to help, correct, answer questions you name it. I was so fortunate to end up with the best team.

Nothing else in my lifetime has compared to this!

Pat Schuh, Physical Therapist, Little Chute, WI

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Currently training in Hapkido and studying for the Manual Therapy Certification in Physical Therapy.

Intense, specific, strict, useful, corrective and hard core!

I was amazed at Pavel's understanding of the human body and the corrective/trouble shooting strategies he implemented to help those without proper mobility and stability achieve great gains in a short period of time. This not only helps your client's technique but will set them up for a greater quality of life and movement. I would take the class again just for the troubleshooting techniques.

Ernesto Roldan, Project Manager & Personal Trainer, Long Branch, NJ

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

W.I.T.S Certified Personal Trainer. 6 Kyu in Bujinkan Ninjutsu

Before coming to the RKC I thought I was on the right path. Now I know I wasn't, but the RKC is leading me in the right direction.

Point blank – blown away! What I thought to be right was wrong but I was shown the correct ways in a way that I could relate and understand.

The most physical and mentally draining course that I've ever taken. You broke me, but put me back together.

Michael Spain, Equities trader, Fort Worth, TX

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Aspiring Mt. Climber

RKC was a grueling experience which enabled me to better understand the dynamics of my body and empowered me to extend that info to others.

All very well spoken, no words are a mistake everything is for a reason. Everyone was very deliberate and knowledgeable.

It's my first one for a reason. I've been working out for almost 2 decades and RKC is the only one I will use for the next 3 decades.

Jason Van Zandt, IL Secretary of State (Field Liaison), Du Quoin, IL

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Played one year football at Joliet Junior College in IL. Certified as a Club Coach through the Olympic Training Center. I have been weight training for about 15 years. Currently working with high school and college football players out of a gym at my home.

It was a very physically and mentally challenging course. The hands on training is priceless.

I thought overall the course was wonderful. I learned so much about the RKC system. I thought I knew kb's until I came here. Thank you.

The RKC blows away other certs. Because of the hands on approach. I also believe you cannot learn to swing by reading about it.

Payton Aarestad, Ontario, OR

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Tennis Player, weight lifting and kettlebell training.

These were the 3 hardest days of my life. In these 3 days I gained some of the best knowledge advice you can get anywhere in the world.

Their knowledge was amazing. They could quickly answer and fix any of your problems.

Kurt Hartmann, Trainer, Saint Paul, Minnesota

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

2nd Dan Blackbelt Taekwondo, NSCA-CPT, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practioner

Amazing! It has totally enhanced my understanding and approach towards training; both physically and mentally. A perfect balance of pain and pleasure. Reinstated my belief that if you're going to do something, do it right and follow through.

It blew remedial PT certifications out of the water. There is not comparison, RKC is the best.

Jimmy Yuan, Chiropractic Physician, Gilbert, AZ

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Active Release Techniques (ART) Assistant Instructor, Fellow of the International Academy of Medical Acupuncture, Certified Graston Techniques provider, Registered Trigenist (RTP), Level 2/Medical Certified golf Fitness Instructor (via Titlist Performance Institute), member of Athletes' Performance Institute (Arizona) Physicians Network

The training was the ultimate yin/yang experience. Brutally fun and exhausting relaxation!

As a relative novice to power lifting/weightlifting principles they made everything easy to understand and more importantly feel. I've read many journals/books on topics that never had someone use simple language enough for me to feel the difference.

In terms of quality, scope of material, and practical use. I don't think there is an equal.

Pete Moore, PERSONAL TRAINER, Naperville IL.

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

CLIMBED MT. RAINIER, ADAMS AND BAKER. CLIMBED TO 19K' IN NEPAL

It was extremely difficult but rewarding.

Herb Brunkholz, Firefighter/paramedic, Seville, OH

As a firefighter – this weekend was important due to the fact that I have to "function smartly" under tremendous fatigue. We had to "revert to our training" in kettlebells. "reverting to training" sound familiar to any firefighter/paramedic or Police Officer. The weekend was enlightening, humbling and sinister.