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The first section of the CK-FMS will teach the entire fundamentals of Functional Movement Screen system, combining lecture with extensive hands-on lab work.
This program is a product of years of innovation and current research. The philosophy starts with a system that monitors fundamental movement. Armed with this crucial knowledge, you can successfully develop corrective exercise programs based on individual movement patterns. FMS is equally effective in fitness and sports conditioning because it targets the "weak link in movement". Because: "Working on any other part of the chain will not change the strength of the chain." You're only going to be a good as your weakest link. If you insist on using band-aids and duct tape, don't be surprised when things start to rip and tear! Or, to put it another way, what use is a stronger, more powerful engine, if your wheel is going to fly off at 80 mph? Specifically, the Functional Movement Screen is a ranking and grading system scientifically created to document movement patterns that are key to normal function. By screening these patterns, you can successfully and quickly identify functional limitations and asymmetries. Basic movement pattern limitations can reduce the effects of functional training, physical conditioning, and distort proprioception (body awareness). At the heart of the system is the Functional Movement Screen Score, which helps you target the real problem for any individual and track their progress with real precision. The scoring system is directly linked to the most beneficial corrective exercises to restore mechanically sound movement patterns. 
After this part of your certification training you can confidently:
Mastery Advantage # 1: Instantly cut through the clutter—and zero in with uncanny accuracy on what really works to enhance your client's movement.
Mastery Advantage # 2: End the wild guessing and vagueness about your client's progress—with a scientific, functional baseline to confidently mark their improvements. Mastery Advantage # 3: Own a "Done-For-You", dummy-proof screen that gives you reliable, specific and above all reproducible specific markers for your client's movement problems. Mastery Advantage # 4: Quickly and reliably improve your client's functional fitness and athletic performance—and earn their undying gratitude. Mastery Advantage # 5: Be a long-term hero for an ever-increasing group of devoted clients—as you significantly reduce their potential for training and sports injuries. Mastery Advantage # 6: Possess a simple, yet amazingly effective grading system to assess movement patterns—and immediately spot the lurking problems. Mastery Advantage # 7: Confidently assess and easily enhance physical performance for the widest range of client—from the athletic to the average fitness buff. Mastery Advantage # 8: Scientifically identify your client's physical imbalances, limitations, and weaknesses—then be able to offer a rack of trench-tested solutions to those vulnerabilities. Mastery Advantage # 9: Enhance your client's fundamental movement patterns with simple corrective exercises—an immediate "take-home" that will have some of your clients wonder if you practice magic on the side. Mastery Advantage # 10: Proudly toss out the "one-size-fits-all" nonsense that often masquerades as training—now that you can scientifically individualize your client's programs for specific results. Mastery Advantage # 11: Understand how to identify potential cause and effect relationships of micro-trauma as well as chronic injuries in relation to movement asymmetries and weakness—this one skill will set you apart from 98% of all trainers out there! Mastery Advantage # 12: Understand how to give your client that all-important "Ah-Hah!" moment—that creates utter belief in your ability to identify and fix their weaknesses.
By the end of this certification training you will know how to integrate the Fundamental Principles of the RKC with the FMS System of Movement Pattern assessment and correction. And the training world will be your oyster! 
Here's what participants at the August 2008 CK-FMS had to say about their experience:
Matt Seki, RKC, Personal Trainer; Los Angeles, California Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: Bachelors in kinesiology, specialized in biomechanics/exercise physiology, -Published author journal of strength and conditioning, -ACSM certified personal, trainer, Beverly Hills Posture and Rehabilitation head trainer, Kodokan Judo, Hombu Aikido, muso-shinden ryu iaido What I have been looking for my entire career. Truly a perfect tool for anyone interested in human movement patterns. As well as understanding dysfunctions that arise as a result of dysfunctional patterns. Both superior knowledge experts in their fields. Completely in line with what I have learned from Dr.'s and PhD's in their isolated fields. Both good at explaining technical as well as common terms. Good info in clinical talk, related FMS to Clinical. Superior to any seminars taken besides RKC. So much technical knowledge, makes sense, easy to achieve results. Really applicable to life. I loved this course, it is what I have been looking for my whole career. Understood technical aspects and layman's terms to reinforce. I think a lot of technical stuff went over many people's heads. But for us that get it, golden!!! I feel like I have something to teach/how even Dr.'s/PT's/PhD's and they will love it and benefit from it too. Perfect course, beat my expectations. Accomplished exactly what it said it would and more. Anyone with complaints either didn't get it or had a massive ego of their own to deal with. I loved it. Yet again Dragon Door provided a memorable weekend in my entire life. THANK YOU so much!!! Jeff O'Connor, Senior RKC; Talala, Oklahoma The natural progression of the RKC community. The future of athletic performance and longevity. The best of the best. A beautiful integration of the two best systems, by the two best people. Second only (and a very close second) to the RKC. Unbelievable workshop. Thank you to everyone that made it happen. Rolando Garcia, III, RKC II, Trainer; Guttenberg, New Jersey Educational, in depth, and engaging without being dry and intimidating. The course puts RKC's at the forefront of fitness industry. I cannot say enough great things about the knowledge and teaching ability of these two gentlemen. Approachable and friendly, yet possessing knowledge that puts them above the rest. They carry their genius with humility — an RKC trademark Great Job!!! Phil Scarito, RKC, Owner - DV8Fitness LLC, Wayne, Pennsylvania Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: RKC, Crossfit It was an eye-opening experience, that I will utilize in my kettlebell classes and PT clients. My clients will only benefit from this. I can't make them worse, only better. Unbelievable, they both work very well together. Cook was able to give me easy understandable reason why we need to apply FMS. And Jones really gave us the background on Kettlebells and FMS. Each one had their expertise. RKC and FMS are the best certs out there. There is really no reason to go anywhere else. RKC sets the standard in the fitness arena. Dustin Rippetoe, RKC, Small Business Owner; Guthrie, Oklahoma Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: RKC and 12+ years kung fu Simply the best in the world at what they know and do! It is the best training in terms of training that I have ever been to!
Sara Cheatham, Senior RKC Instructor; Ft. Bragg, North Carolina The CK-FMS is the 'why' behind the 'how' of the RKC Complementary to Z-health yet easily digestible by the general population (plus, they offered adequate positive neural chunking through funny stories and slides, making it memorable and easily accessible for future reference in the field) Complementary and synergistic to Naked Warrior, Z-health, Unlock, RKC, etc. Seana Willis, RKC, Massage Therapist; La Jolla, California Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: BS in Athletic Training, Paramedic, Massage Therapist Absolutely amazing. It was phenomenal, very educational, information, well-structured, practical and just gosh darn good. Quite a few individuals have tremendous knowledge, talent and skill. It is rare to find these individuals with the ability to effectively teach what they know. Brett and Gray both share this rare quality to teach their knowledge and skill with passion and humor in a way that people can thoroughly understand and use. Much higher quality and concise material and the practical use is beyond measure. After attending the workshop any attendee can go right out and put this training into effect immediately. Kori Bliffert, RKC, Respiratory Therapist, Personal Trainer; Frisco, Texas Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: RKC, NASM-CPT After all of the certs/workshop I have gone to, I really thought I knew how the body moves... I was wrong!! Also, besides my first RKC, this has been the most fantastic workshop I have ever been to. The information, the knowledge and teaching of the instructors, and the work of everyone put I was incredible. One word... phenomenal! This workshop has to be in my top 2 workshops I have been to. The amount of information we got over the weekend was worth 10 times what we paid. Jon Engum, RKC Team Leader Brainerd, Minnesota An amazing, mind-blowing experience with lots of info to go back and digest and put into practice. They are clearly experts and on the cutting edge of movement science. Both are great entertaining speaker with a wealth of knowledge. I gained a huge amount of info. Outstanding — another quality Dragon Door production.
David Whitley, Senior RKC Instructor; Nashville, Tennessee The CK-FMS was an eye-opener, an enlightening experience that has given me more tools to provide service to my existing clients, improve my own abilities and open doors to a potential new population of clients for me. Absorbing knowledge from Gray is like drinking from a fire hose. He has a lot to say and does a great job presenting complex subject matter in an easy to understand was and provides practical hands-on strategies to apply the knowledge. Brett — what can I say about Brett that he hasn't already said about himself? Brett consistently demonstrates that he truly is a Master Instructor. It meets the standards I expect from the RKC organization.
Daniel Wilson, RKC, Military; Honolulu, Hawaii Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: 20+ years military service, to include 10 years in special operations units. Radically changed the way I approach training. Before the seminar, I always charged right to the performance aspect of fitness. Now, I will start with ensuring fundamental movement patterns are sound before progressing to enhancing performance. Outstanding. Wish I could have had more one on one time with Gray, but understand how difficult that would be. In the end, and keeping it simple, the screen and correction system we were given is a tremendous tool that even non-physiologists like me can understand and use. In conjunction with the RKC, probably the best foundation of knowledge I could ask for. Now I have tools to identify and correct fundamental movement dysfunction (the bade) and then progress on to cutting edge performance enhancement. Jason Marshall, RKC, Trainer, Lubbock, Texas Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: BS, Exercise and Sport Science; Texas Tech University, RKC — Oct '07 The CK-FMS workshop was one of the most purposeful and influential education opportunities that I've been exposed to. The fact that this was a "first" put me on the forefront of what will become a standard of every gym in the world. I can't say enough how pleased I am with my decision to participate in this event. Gray and Brett are excellent speakers, presenters, trainers, coaches and people. Their knowledge of movement and the human body and ability to tie it together with familiar kettlebell drills is unparallel, Above and beyond anything I've been exposed to before. Excellent!
Pamela MacElree, RKC Team Leader; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania It truly is an eye opening experience that will benefit my own training and those I work with ten fold. Gray Cook was able to break down the complex into simple and applicable applications. Every question was answered with thought and knowledge. The lecture was never dull or boring. Very enjoyable and informative. It also clarified some questions I was having with my graduate studies. Great job to both! There was a lot of information covered. I don't think that extending the length of the training would help because a tremendous amount was given, time to absorb and apply is the next step. Great quality as is the next step. Great quality as with the RKC program. As far as hands on training this program and RKC are great. I know that when I start applying this to my own training I will see huge improvements. Would be interested in assisting or helping in the future. Rick Huse, RKC, Fitness Consultant; Indianapolis, Indiana Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: CSCS, NSCA-CPT, FMS & RKC Professionally, the program expanded my ability to be of service to my clients and of greater value to the fitness world. Personally, the CK-FMS helped me address and provided a system to correct my own fitness of health issues. I rate them on the same level with Stewart McGill. More usable information than most programs I've attended including Gray's perform better FMS. Karen Hamilton, RKC, Software Engineer; Forest Lake, Minnesota Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: Received my RKC in October 2006. I am so grateful for this training to help prevent injuries for my clients outside of KBs, and to help ensure that I don't injure them in the course of kb training. Jule Albretsen, RKC II, Mechanical Engineer; Colorado Springs, Colorado I love it! After the RKC I felt like I knew how to teach KBs, but I was not sure how to screen clients and how to work around their limitations. FMS gave me a well-defined blueprint to work with. Awesome! They both had a talent for using down to earth team while delivering a huge volume of information. I like it better than RKC II. More practical and usable to issues I have now. Os Aponte, RKC; San Diego, California There is nothing better out there. Money well spent. I would go to the moon to learn from these guys. The most influential conditioning coaches in my humble career. Dan Peven, RKC, Fitness Professional, Retirement Consultant Berkeley, California Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: RKC; Aikido shodan Crucial components of the jigsaw puzzle were provided. Practice will allow the pieces to be placed correctly. Understandable and immediately useful practical application presented complex concepts broken down into understandable and logical action. Eric Stiegman, RKC, Owner and Operator of Winning Edge Training, Inc.; Nashville, Illinois Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: College Basketball 4 years, College Golf 2 years, Amateur Competitor in the sport of Long Driving, 2007 qualifier for the IL and MO District in the Remax Long Drive Competition with longest competitive drive of 359 yards. The merger of the RKC And the FMS is revolutionary. This is the path to human excellence! Undeniably Elite! Both present in a clear, understandable fashion and always wiling to answer any questions! This was by far the most cutting edge information that I have been exposed to. I definitely feel that I am part of an elite group.
Shawn Manning, RKC, Personal Trainer; Wilmington, North Carolina Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: RKC Instructor, ISSA Certified (1999-2006) CK FMS training should be integrated into every trainer's program in order to prevent and address dysfunction. This course gave me the education necessary to feel confident screening my clients and designing a program that not only helps the, but does not hurt then. Very thorough. No question went unanswered. They have obviously taken this program to the trenches and that showed in the presentation. First class. Just like RKC, this has been some of the most helpful education that I can actually utilize as a trainer. Renee Sliviak, RKC, Farm Manager, Sandy Lake, Pennsylvania Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: Half Marathon All aspects were very good. Although I do not train people — this information will help me in my own sports and to help me recover from old injuries.
Franklin B. Herman, RKC, Principal Software Engineer; Acton, Massachusetts Both presenters are at the top of their craft! The information is delivered in a very engaging down to earth style. This was comparable to the very high quality of my RKC certification.
Brian Sternberg, RKC, PE Teacher and Personal Trainer; Scottsdale, Arizona It has given me a very crucial and necessary tool "screening". New people beginning or already involved in a training program can see if they have any red flags that may need to be taken care of to prevent future injuries. Very detailed which really makes me feel confident that was taught to me was very clear, concise and appropriate. Phenomenal course and I can't wait to practice what I learned and then apply it to my victims. Tom Nunn, RKC, Capoeira Instructor & Web Site Developer; Oxford, United Kingdom Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: 10 years of Capoeira plus various other martial arts. Recreational gymnastics training for several years. Teacher of Capoeira approx 4 years. Kettlebell training since 2002. Certified RKC in Denmark 2008. Provided a simple, foolproof system for understanding a client's movement problems. A revelation!
Darlene McCaffrey, RKC, Personal Trainer/Sales; Medina, Ohio Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: RKC The coming together of such talented individuals always amazes me. Always well organized and professional. Dragon Door quality comes through. As always the knowledge base of Dragon Door organized events/speakers is exponential. With Gray's extensive knowledge (clinical), he is still able to communicate clearly and in laymen's terms. Excellent presentation and knowledge base by Brett as well. Quality of knowledge base as always was exponential. The practical application of the movement screen in conjunction with the correction will separate all of us from the typical trainer/instructor that will move clients through a dysfunction without making a simple correction. In return clients will experience a more beneficial exercise regimen that will allow them to more to the next level with more confidence.
Kirsten Farrell, RKC, Athletic Trainer; Playa Del Ray, California "Awesome" This is a brilliant course! All RKCs should take it — this will make them a better instructor both in teaching technique as well as overall body balance. I did not want this weekend to end. Two of the most outstanding instructors around. The RKC is one thing on a physical level — this takes you mentally to a whole different plane. I am not sure all of us truly understand the unique and special opportunity we have had to enjoy this kind of access to Brett and Gray. As a new RKC the chance to meet so many team leaders, Masters and Sr. RKCs was a wonderful experience. You have a great group of folks that are a part of Dragon Door and the RKC — so glad to be a part of it Dan Cenidoza, RKC, Kettlebell Instructor/Strength & Conditioning Specialist; Baltimore, Maryland Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: Winner of the 2007 Maryland's Strongest Man contest. Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (NSCA and CSCS. Owner of www.bemoretraining.cm and www.beltimorekettlebellclub.com. Coaching experience at the high school, collegiate and professional level of sports. Senior fitness specialist. I can only echo the reputation that precedes Gray Cook.... He is a genius! Gary and Brett complement each other nicely. Good people, with a great sense of humor and intimate knowledge of the human body. The CK-FMS material was presented on par with the other RKC workshops I have attended, which is excellent. The philosophy underlying FMS is revolutionary and effective like nothing I have ever seen before. Ken Froese, RKC II, Trainer; New York, New York I attended an FMS seminar with Gray and Lee back in Feb/Mar and the CK-FMS was a lot more detailed. It gave me a better understanding of how to make corrections and help my clients as well as my own training. The hands on concept is what sets DD seminars/workshops apart form the rest in the industry. Gray and Brett are both great speakers and keep things entertaining as they pass on their knowledge. They both really know their stuff.
Scott Matsuura, RKC, Physical Therapy; San Jose, California Exceptional! Combining the FMS with RKC is a winning combination. The instructors are definitely at the top of their fields in regards to knowledge and training. But they are also top presenters and speakers. Also Danielle and Mark are exceptional in their knowledge and training. This course by far has been the most useful in showing how to implement an exercise program safely by promoting proper movement patterns first. Dragon Door has always put on first class workshop and certifications BJ Bliffert, RKC II, Fitness Professional; Frisco, Texas Easily one of the most informative workshops I've ever been to. This will instantly help my clients and athletes and exponentially raise the value of my services. Second to none.
Jennifer Morey, RKC, Massage Therapist; Boulder, Colorado Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: BS Kinesiology; RKC; GS women's national champ; Certified Massage Specialist. The CK FMS was an extremely exciting and motivating experience. The depth of Gray's knowledge and foolproof screen were overwhelming yet simple. Coupling the FMS with kettlebells clearly exhibits immediate positive change, something many people want. Gray and Brett's combined amount of knowledge is utterly unbelievable. Both of these "Gods of fitness and movement" had immediate as well as multiple answers for each and every question that arose. People involved in kettlebells in general (RKC etc) have an exorbitant amount of expertise. These two dudes surpassed all I could have expected. The CK FMS by far exceeds any other training I have received. Although, it does run parallel to other trainings like RKC in many ways, it is so easily broken down and user friendly. Bobbie Kelm, RKC II, Personal Trainer; Georgetown, Texas Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: RKC CK FMS training together with RKC and kettlebells — WOW! I was very excited to attend this workshop and it met my expectations above and beyond. Complete and very consistent presentation that constantly reminded you of the purpose of quality functional movement.
John Bruno, RKC, Strength & Conditioning Professional; Erie, Pennsylvania Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: Associate Instructor in the Harris International Grappling Association under Professor Roy Harris; Apprentice Level 1 Instructor in the Harris International Jeet kune Do, French, Filipino and Indonesian Martial Arts Association under Professor Roy Harris. It was exceedingly informative. However, it makes me humble to see how much more I have to learn about S&C and evaluation of clients needs. I will leave knowing how much more I need to practice and familiarize myself with the information to become proficient with it. I look at this as a beginning not and end. Outstanding world-class training, I will continue to work with Brett as he is geographically close to me. You can tell they have a good synergy and open mindedness with each other and that is a good example in a room full of "experts"!
Jeff Larson, RKC II, — Personal Trainer; Napa, California The CK FMS was an invaluable experience. It will cause a paradigm shift in my approach to programming. Quality of training and knowledge are excellent. What more need be said? It would be excellent to have an internship with the gentlemen!! The CK FMS rates right up there with RKC I and II. The systems of training are and will be invaluable as business owner/trainer/massage therapist to reach out and help others, this will in turn help my business and my level of expertise flourish.
Stefan Madsen, RKC II, Copenhagen, Denmark Great to have a system of screens allowing me to retest my clients. Hands on practice in invaluable. Joseph Thimmesh, RKC, Landscaper/KB trainer; St. Paul, Minnesota The FMS workshop was extremely informative, and will definitely help one become a better trainer. They explained things very well and tried to keep everyone at ease, even though there was a ton of information presented. It was very good, my only other experience was RKC. The CK FMS had a much larger source base of information therefore there was a lot to digest.
George Gomola, RKC, — Asst. Chief Fairfield Fire Dept., Strength Coach SHU; Fairfield, Connecticut Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: Assistant Fire Chief, Fairfield Fire Dept., Strength and Conditioning Coach — Sacred Heart University Men's Soccer Program, Program Director — Fairfield Recreation Department SAQS, "300" SAQS This training has made me responsible and more importantly — accountable for correcting my client's movement. Any training can train to failure, we must train to success. Gray and Brett are both exceptionally gifted. Their styles compliment each other. Gray is big picture, Brett is by the book together they appeal to all aspects of a very diverse audience. RKC II laid the groundwork for CK FMS. In a perfect world CK FMS would be done before RKC — it would have saved me a lot of pain. FMS is a doorway through which each future girevik must pass if we are to be truly responsible trainers. Michael Johnson, RKC; Police Officer / Personal Trainer; Highland, Maryland Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: Law Enforcement, — NSPA CPT, Cooper Institute Law Enforcement Fitness, Specialist, Defensive Tactics Instructor, 18 years of martial arts training This training is a must for anyone who is serious about personal training and providing the best possible service to their clients. Absolutely phenomenal instruction and knowledge in body mechanics and movement. Gray and Brett break everything down into easy to follow steps that can be used by any trainer. Pat Henderson, RKC, Bloomington, Minnesota CK FMS training is the simplest yet more comprehensive way of making minor seemingly unimportant corrections to make enormous change to the whole picture of knowing where, how and why you are in a certain place at a certain time with a recipe that helps you make discoveries which bring about not only small changes but also miracle changes in movement. Their knowledge is such a meld of much that is known and much more which is either no known or recognized. They are incredible at putting the pieces together. Thank you so much. YOU ARE THE BOMB! Definitely one of the tops! Especially like I said because of how I learn. Gavin Van Vlack, RKC, — Strength & Conditioning Coach; Brooklyn, New York Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: Combat sports athlete; 18 years in fitness industry. I find it invaluable as a fitness professional, to help my clients. Everything is top notch, typical Dragon Door production. Lynda Angelis, RKC, Artist, karate and kettlebell instructor, Minneapolis, Minnesota Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: Martial Arts 30 years. It was a year's work of information resented clearly and concisely in 3 days. My experience was both enlightened and overwhelmed. It is just extraordinary. There are no better. Quality was excellent. Scope of material was vast. Practical use is invaluable. Most of my recent physical exercises training has been RKC — this exceeds the standard set. Chuck Mutschler, RKC, Physical Therapist; Pasadena, California Day one it was stated "FMS is a system" and I believe CKFMS workshop delivered that message. As a physical therapist this system will greatly enhance my ability to deliver more comprehensive care to my pts and athletes. Brett and Gray's chemistry and knowledge of movement pattern and corrective example is a statement to their commitment to strength and conditioning. Thank you!! Steve Gould, RKC II, Fitness Center Owner; Morton, Illinois Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty: Head High School Basketball and Track Coach; Okinawan 5th Dan; Brazilian blue Belt/Chicago Open Champion; Full Instructor JKD; Mauy Thai; Kali; Escrima MS'CFT; CSCS; WFT. Enlightening. Definitely improved instruction and evaluation of clients. Both Gray and Brett communicate their knowledge and principles clearly and in a clean progression making the information immediately applicable when returning to work with clients. Practical use stands out. Principles and strategies presented can be implemented immediately. 
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