I have now had three sessions with Shaun Cairns. From the moment you arrive at Shaun's studio, you feel motivated to give of your best. The studio is well equipped and comfortable. Shaun is frendly and relaxed in demeanour and yet is able to keep students focused while patiently demonstrating, explaining, guiding and correcting. Shaun is an astute observer of body mechanics and is able to assess and correct flaws in technique quickly and successfully. He creates a safe environment to make mistakes and learn from them, and, as beginners, we feel we can stop at any time and ask questions. His depth in knowledge is evident and he shares his insights and ideas succinctly and clearly, as well as with some characteristic touches of humour. Shaun is a stickler for safety and is insistent on correct form. He succeeds in making everyone feel that they are getting personal attention, and offers genuine praise as well as honest criticism. Shaun is in immensely good shape physically and is able to do all he demands of his students and more. He is always willing to invest more time and effort in his students to ensure that they learn the techniques properly and come away feeling as though they have made tangible progress. He breaks techniques down into manageable steps, and has a clear curriculum which he follows, but is able to adapt his teaching to the specific needs of his students. His notes are clear, professionally presented, and well written, offering clear directions that students can follow on their own. Shaun lives what he teaches, and, therefore, sets an example which his students want to emulate.

Shaun led my team at RKC's 10th anniversary session. He did an outstanding job of explaining and correcting technical flaws, using metaphors to help drive home concepts, and demonstrating true RKC character through his strong yet humble demeanor. He connected with me on a personal level and gave me considerable motivation with his tough love. Shaun is both a beast tamer and a gentle giant and I am grateful for the help he gave me.

Shaun you are indeed a Master ...Thank you

I recently completed my HKC with Shaun in JHB and i was very impressed with him as an individual and as a teacher.

Shaun is very patient and attentive instructor. He was able to clearly explain the techniques and provided great activities to assist in the understanding thereof.

I was really surprised at his meticulous attention to detail (which is often overlooked by many professionals) and his ability to spot the slightest deviation in your movement patterning or form, and to hone in on it.

Shaun's demonstrations of the techniques were perfectly executed and looked effortless as if it was a completely natural movement for him. Its great to see the techniques done so well!! (with a gasp and sudden realization of "oh so that what its supposed to look like" )

I am very happy to have been evaluated by Shaun as he spotted many finer things in my training and examination that other trainers did not who are also well qualified in the kettlebell realm, and i would definitely continue training with him in the future as i think he will teach me correctly and allow me to reach the highest kettlebell standards and levels, so therefore i would recommend him to all.

I have been in the fitness industry for a very long time and I must say this was one of the first courses where the practical is overriding the theory but making such a huge difference in understanding what you and your client would like to achieve! I enjoyed it and learned a lot, especially when it comes to correcting bad technique! Thank you Shaun! Looking forward to the next course!!

I recently completed the HKC cert with Shaun in Johannesburg. His attention to detail and overall presentation of the course was outstanding. The day was relaxed, yet very focussed as Shaun coached at the perfect pace allowing each attendee to receive enough attention.

As a strength coach I left with many valuable insights into coaching the basic Kettlebell movements. Thanks Shaun

I attended a challenging and motivating HKC in Edenvale this last Saturday. Shaun was the Instructor, and only after a few minutes chatting to him I felt completely relaxed and ready for the day ahead of me. Shaun's passion for Kettlebells is very clear and his knowledge and pride shines through as he instructs each and every aspect of Kettlebells so precisely. I really feel I have been taught by one of the kettlebell 'greats'! I am confident now that I have gone through and passed the HKC, to go ahead and instruct future clients, knowing that I had Shaun as my Instructor. Thanks Shaun!

I have just been through the HKC training with Shaun as the instructor, and I am motivated and encouraged by the strength and mobility and what kettlebells can help me achieve in myself, and in others.

Shaun's gentleness, friendliness, intense strength and focus are a brilliant combination for coaching

I recently attended the Melbourne HKC where Shaun was the guest. He was a really first class presenter who got his message across with clarity, expertise and humour. The class and testing was conducted with the usual uncompromising approach I've learned to expect and this really added to the quality of the experience.
Great stuff.

After contacting shaun with regards to gaining more insight into Kettlebells, he made some time to meet up with him, our 30min meeting lasted over an hour as he helped me understand kettlebells and how i could impliment them into a swimming program as I am a coach. I left with drive, enthusiasm, a DVD and 16kg Bell. I have not looked back ! After completing an HKC course under his careful eye I now swing a 32kg Bell. His gentle manner and abundance of patience as he explains and recorrects you with a watchful glance across the room. You feel confident and begin to trust yourself when he is around. You know there is only one way to do things and you leave feeling confident that you can do it and as importantly pass this valuable information on to others. I enjoyed his attention to detail and trust that I will come close to delivering what he did. I will always look out for his courses when he is in my area ! Thank you Shaun