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As a bestselling author and widely-acclaimed strength and flexibility expert, Pavel Tsatsouline has spearheaded the Russian Kettlebell revolution first in the US and now worldwide—with RKC instructors now teaching in 49 states and over 43 countries.

Pavel Tsatsouline is a former Soviet Spetsnaz PT instructor, a nationally ranked kettlebell lifter, and an S.M.E. to the US Department of Energy nuclear security teams, the USMC Force Recon, and the US Secret Service Counter Assault Team, amongst others.

As an RKC, you have already exposed yourself to the power of Pavel's kettlebell teachings…

And as an RKC, you also know that it is Pavel who single-handedly brought kettlebells from total obscurity in modern America to a national sensation…

Now, you have a chance to access advanced kettlebell knowledge and skills that will catapult you into the top echelon of kettlebell trainers worldwide.

The first level of kettlebell certification (RKC) gave you the skills to perform and teach the fundamental and most crucial lifts in the kettlebell repertoire.

The RKC II curriculum will give you the skills to perform and teach what Pavel considers the next most important set of kettlebell lifts.

Pavel will spend two whole days with you ensuring that you master the Clean and Jerk, the Pullup, the Pistol, the Bent Press and the Windmill. (Master RKC, Kenneth Jay will be teaching the Viking Push Press as part of these core lifts.)

Pavel will begin by giving you the essential RKC II Program Design:

  • Discover a vintage—and incredibly effective kettlebell training template from Tsarist Russia
  • Learn the intricacies of Strength Exhibition Training—the most advanced RKC free style workout based on old-time Russian gireviks' training methods

Dramatically improve your pullup power with the unique Pullups by Pavel™ methodology.

  • Understand why the bodybuilding pullup technique is not appropriate for athletes and learn the alternative
  • Learn how to channel the power from you abdomen and hips—like a one-inch punch, without kipping—into the pullup
  • Master the secrets of the "hollow position" critical for having a strong pullup finish—and power in combat sports
  • Learn how to make the pullup an exceptional abdominal exercise
  • Elevate your pullup power with the Russian hanging leg raise
  • Discover the key differences in training your pullups for 1RM or reps
  • Take home five powerful pullup routines—your clients will love you for this!

Master the Pistol

This Spetsnaz favorite cannot be beat as the #1 drill for leg strength, explosive power, mobility, and resilience.

  • Master the pistol in record time with an accelerated pistol mastery program built from the RKC front squat
  • Learn how to troubleshoot the typical problems such as a limited range of motion, the knee strain, a short waist, a large stomach or thighs, and the inability to maintain balance

Master the Clean and Jerk

The Russian spec ops community considers that hard work on the long cycle C&J is all one needs to be in top shape for an elite military unit. Who are we to argue?

  • Learn the Hard Style jerk specifically designed for high power applications
  • Master a safe shock absorption technique that is one of the best known builders for the lower quads
  • Dramatically improve your sports agility with a special second dip technique
  • Understand what you must do to avoid motor learning confusion between your jerks and presses

Master the Windmill

The windmill is a powerful drill for shoulder and rib cage mobility and an excellent stretch for the hips.

  • Learn safe and effective windmill technique
  • Get a took kit full of lead up and remedial drills

Master the Bent Press

It is hard to find an exercise that does more for the upper body than the bent press. An incredible lat builder, the bent press also develops shoulders extraordinary in their mobility and resilience, and powerful triceps. A Big Bang exercise of the first magnitude.

  • Learn safe and effective bent press technique
  • Master the proper strength and mobility progression and lead up exercises for this advanced drill

"The power of Pavel: when I came here bent presses with 12kg were a struggle. At the graduation I was able to press 24kg, twice, after 3days of intensive training. That says it all. Truly, a great leader."—Tim McPhee, RKC level II, Rochester, MN

"If I were to recommend one Physical Training program to develop a Marine's overall strength and fighting capability, it would be one prescribed by Pavel Tsatsouline. His exercise principles are well researched, easy to implement, and focus directly on a functional end-state: high caliber efficiency. From hoisting his beloved Kettlebells to Janda sit-ups to one-legged squats, results are declarative… stop looking for a better piece of equipment or diet supplement and get 'Pavelized.'—George H. Bristol, Col., USMC, Founder Marine Corps Martial Arts Program

"Pavel's depth of knowledge and ability to change and evolve the system always floors me! So great to be around. I had a great, amazing RKC II experience."

—Zar Horton, RKC Team Leader, Firefighter; Albuquerque, New Mexico

"I've personally utilized nearly every other system available over the years and have come to the conclusion that Pavel's program is the most effective program out there right now. It's both simple and sinister... I'm still angry that it took me this long to figure it out."—Name withheld, United States Secret Service Counter Assault Team Instructor

"Pavel: Fantastic knowledge,and quality of training—really professional and able to help when most people think there is no help."—Matthew Godina, RKC Level II, Brooklyn, NY

"The exposure to this method of physical training was outstanding, as was Pavel's method of instruction. For tactical operators the use of the kettlebell… is the best form of PT I have experienced."—Name Withheld, Instructor, U.S. Secret Service

"Pavel is exceptionally knowledgeable in all areas of kb training as well as other areas of training. His standards are exceptionally high and he expects the best in safety and technique."—Betsy Collie, RKC Level II, Durham, NC

"You can't get this stuff just from books and tapes.... Pavel is all about nuance. Very tiny changes in position, grip, muscle recruitment, tension, and a myriad of other skills all conspire to make dramatic improvements in our kettlebell work and basic strength. An incredible seminar…"—Eugene R. Allen, Pierce County Sheriff's Department SWAT Team

"The most impressive aspect for me is the incredible depth of knowledge and experience Pavel has. Add to that the ability to relate the information in a really understood and entertaining manner and you have an unbeatable combination."—Chris Fournie, RKC Level II, Duluth, MN

"Pavel is continually the source of excellent information. It seems his knowledge and wisdom has improved exponentially, amazing."—Bob Orr, US Marine, RKC Level II, Virginia Beach, VA

Absorb Pavel's advanced kettlebell training tips—and the sky's the limit for your RKC skills…

Pavel's section alone will earn you back ten times or more the freight for this seminar—if you have any clue about you. If you feel you're about average as an RKC instructor, with average RKC skills, here's your chance to make the jump to exceptional… If you feel you're pretty hot, then prepare to be humbled and elevate yourself to even greater heights.



Master RKC Kenneth Jay is a strength and conditioning coach for Olympic level swimmers and other athletes in Denmark. Kenneth hosts the Europe-based RKC certifications on behalf of Dragon Door Publications.

Kenneth will present a research-based protocol for harvesting the power of the kettlebell—and, as he puts it "truly gain a heart of elastic steel with the endurance of a racehorse and the strength of a rhino."

Kenneth is the author of the bestselling 2-DVD set Advanced Strength Strategies, based on his groundbreaking research into kettlebells and VO2 max.

"So you think a fight is one blow? One kick? Until you can put combinations together without thinking, until you learn how to keep moving, and to endure, hire a bodyguard or lead a less aggressive life".

Bruce Lee said that back in 1971 and as with so many other aspects of life Bruce hit the nail on the head with this one. Being able to move with high intensity for prolonged periods of time are in many ways crucial for success if you are a fighter, in the military, doing law enforcement or any other activities that require you to do multiple bursts of movement. With no endurance you will not be successful in that kind of activity no matter how big you bench.

Let Kenneth Jay show you how to (read, MAKE YOU) LEAD A MORE AGGRESSIVE LIFE:

  • Applied Physiology 101 — What is Cardiovascular training and what are the benefits?
    A basic understanding of how the body works under physical stress. This is VITAL to know—if you are at all serious about your own training or are training others.
  • Force Production
    • Defining Force
    • Defining Rate of Force Development
    • Power
    • Training for explosiveness and power

    NO more misconceptions and misunderstandings about the physics of lifting!
  • Why the kettlebell?
    You probably already have a pretty good idea about this one but what kind of reasearch backs it up?
  • The complete VIKING WARRIOR Conditioning Regime
    • The 15:15 MVO2 protocol
    • The 36:36 MVO2 protocol
    • The BOOST protocol
    • The LaT Protocol
    • The MSLaP protocol

    5 protocols to take you beyond the gates of Valhalla! These are the three pillars of conditioning trench-tested by Kenneth and the finest athletes Denmark has to offer. A complete step by step breakdown of the 5 Viking Warrior MVO2 protocols with hands on experience!
  • Calculating intensity
    How is intensity calculated when doing high snatches? This will provide you with the tools for keeping track of you and your clients' progress.
  • The Story of Lactate and its misconceptions
    What is the deal with lactate—really?
  • The fat burning zone and why it is a joke!
    We will put the fat-burning Zone to rest once and for all.
  • Interval training vs. Steady state. Which is better?
    The battle between these two giants is over! Learn who is victorious and why.
  • The tripod of Conditioning
    What is conditioning really?
  • General vs. Specific endurance
    Why Lance Armstrong runs a mediocre marathon in spite of having probably the best cardiovascular system ever!

    …AND THE BONUS!
  • Periodization for Combat Sports

Thomas Phillips joined the BEAST Challenge Hall of Fame at the 2008 RKC level II

"Kenneth Jay's material was awesome and really blew my mind. I was not expecting it to be as informative and as well researched as it was. I am very excited about this information."

—Thomas Phillips, RKC Team Leader, Body-For-Life Grandmaster Champion, Marlboro, NJ

"The inventor of the KB V02 Max protocols is my hero. My life would be so empty without his work."—Cindy Glass, RKC Level II, Portola Valley, CA

"Very impressive with his cutting edge methods always pushing the envelope."—JJ Blea, RKC Level II, Albuquerque, NM

"Great and extremely intelligent and knowledgeable in his cardio principles."—Christian Lombardo, RKC Level II, Huntington, NY

"Crazy endurance man. Give the guy an insane challenge and he will deliver. Brings a different aspect to the hard style RKC that is needed. I learned some good things about the heart that I didn't know about."—Jason Von, RKC Level II, Livermore, CA

"Was amazed to find out about how to improve VO2 Max and train for CV development. Shocked to learn of effects of traditional CV training on body."—Jonathan Barber, RKC Level II, Nottingham, United Kingdom

"Innovative, professional, detail oriented, scientific and the real deal."— Anthony D'Agostino, RKC Level II, Ventnor City, NJ

"I sometimes struggle with how to train athletes. Kenneth's presentation was extremely helpful with this."—Keira Newton, RKC Level II, Santa Fe, NM

"Ahead of the competition, in 4 or 5 yrs everyone will know Kenneth Jay." —John J Slattery IV, RKC Level II, Egg Harbor Township, NJ



Senior RKC Dave Whitley is the author of two DVDs The Power Circuit and Full Body Power: Kettlebells beyond the Basics.

While Dave's clients have included the Vanderbilt University Football and Baseball Teams, the US Army and the US Marines, his greatest passion and success comes from working with ordinary people who are sick of being overweight, out of shape and feeling like they are not experiencing life to the fullest.

As one of Dragon Door's "in-the-trenches" RKCs, Dave will teach you his most important secrets for building a successful training business with long-term, highly satisfied clients. Implement what you learn from Dave here and your training business is bound to explode.

Contents will include:

  • The Dave Whitley Story
  • The $100 billion dollar industry
  • What DOESN'T work—never has, never will—and why
  • Why Kettlebells are superior for fat loss and group training
    • Fun
    • Challenging
    • Scalable
    • Naturally lend themselves to intervals, supersets, circuits and complexes
    • Time-efficient
  • Resistance-tension, strength and lean muscle tissue
    • Multi joint movements
    • Supersets or alternating sets
    • Circuits
    • Complexes
  • Intervals and Cardio
    • Aerobics vs. Cardio training—they is not the same thing.
    • Classic Man maker
    • VO2
    • Ladders with fixed rest periods
  • Blurring the line
    • Stacking
    • Juggling
  • Adherence
    • Consistency over time.
    • Nutritional compliance—you can't out-snatch a doughnut.
    • A mediocre program implemented with dedication and adherence beats an excellent program that isn't followed every time.
  • Developing programs
    • Joint mobility
    • Resistance
    • Intervals
  • Group implementation
    • Supervision
    • Working with differing fitness levels in the same class
    • Time vs. Reps
  • Why group training
    • Time and leverage
    • Social reinforcement
    • Ease of referral marketing
  • Hands-on fat loss workout with the Iron Tamer

Senior RKC Jeff O'Connor is a 2 Time Oklahoma's Strongest Man, the 2001 Winner of North America's Strongest Man, 275lb Division (NASS) and a Certified Fire Department Fitness Instructor.

"Currently, my professional time is invested as a career firefighter, a youth athletic development coach, and a Senior RKC. My philosophy is pretty well summed up by explaining the name of my business OUTLAW STRENGTH SYSTEMS:

1. Most everything I teach has been stolen from someone I respect.
2. Sometimes you have to be willing to break the rules.
3. We tend to live on the fringe of society.

Although I am available to the general public, my primary focus is on the athletic development of children and adolescents. Teaching the SKILLs of strength, coordination, mobility, agility, and flexibility at the proper stages of development is the foundation for athletic performance at the highest levels.

Brian Grasso is the Founder and CEO of the International Youth Conditioning Association.

A well-known, respected and outspoken leader in the youth athletic development industry, Brian has written feature articles for sport training magazines throughout North America including, Men's Fitness, Men's Health, SportingKid, American Track & Field and Personal Fitness Professional. Brian also contributes to the monthly British sport training publication, Successful Coaching. Brian was recently profiled in Newsweek.

An accomplished presenter, Brian provides educational seminars covering youth athletic development and training topics to sporting organizations throughout the world. The list of governing bodies Brian has presented to includes, the National Coaching Education Program, the National Alliance for Youth Sports, the United States Figure Skating Association, the Illinois Olympic Development Program, Skate Canada, the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association and the Korean Aerobic Association among many others. Brian also serves as an educational consultant to the Children's Memorial Hospital's Institute for Sports Medicine and is the Faculty Director for the Men's Health FitSchools program.

Brian began his sport-training career as a Performance Coach to Olympic, professional and elite athletes. He has worked with several professional and Olympic athletes from a variety of sports, and has traveled extensively throughout North America and Europe as a Conditioning Consultant for both the Canadian and United States National Team athletes.

Contents will include:

  • Sensitive and critical periods of athletic/human development
  • What kettlebell exercises are appropriate and when to teach them
  • Using kettlebells to reinforce movement techniques
  • Applying kettlebells to your overall athletic development program




Philip Ross - Martial Arts and Personal Trainer; Ho Ho Kus, NJ

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

2005- Inducted to the Action Martial Arts Hall of Fame
2000- Garden State Games Karate Black Belt Heavyweight Sparring Champion
1998 — Medalist in Weapons, Empty hand Forms and Freestyle Fighting at the Bando Nationals
1996 - United Kung Fu Federation - Competitor of the Year Award
1995 — Amateur National Heavyweight Freestyle Fighting Champion
1994 - World Martial Arts Hall of Fame - "Man of the Year"
1987 — Reebok Classic Power lifting Champion (1400 lbs. Lifted in the 181 lb class)
1982 — University of Maryland Olympic lifting Champion — 181 lbs.
1979 — AAU Junior Olympic Greco-Roman National Runner-up

Solid review and extension of knowledge — with a much deeper explanation then in Level I. Information, techniques and philosophies that may be applied immediately, the information is useful for a wide array of clientele.


Heidi Rothenberg — Russian Kettlebell Instructor/Massage Therapist; Albuquerque, NM

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Co-owner of FireBellz, Albuquerque's Premiere Russian Kettlebell Studio, 15 year certified personal fitness trainer.

RKC II not only gave me advanced skills but sharpened, refined and enhanced what I already had in my "tool box". RKC is hands down the most valuable certification course I have participated in.


Thomas Phillips - Owner of Fit for Life pt; Marlboro, NJ:

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

2002 Body-for-life Grand Master Champion
1st place National AAU deadlifter
Master Class Raw Powerlifter; National qualifier for the sport of kettlebell lifting

Extremely informative, quality material, practical information in every respect. The quality of instruction and scope of material is second to none.

A fantastic group of instructors and students. I enjoyed my time here very much!


Andrey Patenko - Personal Trainer; Lansdale, PA

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Champion and member Uzbekistan Track and Field team 1982-1991, Received 1st and 2nd place award in National Police Hand to Hand Fighting Championships 1992/1993, Champion International Martial Arts Tournament Kentucky, USA 1997, Certification of Black Belt Instructor Hand-To-Hand Fighting Federation and Ju-Jitsu 1997, Certification as Bodyguard, International Antiterrorist Training Association and Dynomo-profi,Russia 1996, Senior Sergeant Soviet Army Spetznaz 1996-98, Command Senior Lieutenant Central Police Department, Perm, Russia, Department of Special Physical and Combat Training 1991-1994.

Improved my skills. Very professional, well done. 10+ You are top notch!!


Cindy Glass — Analyst; Portola Valley, CA

The Level II cert was a great opportunity to clean my brain of useless bits of fitness information and misinformation — and fill it with high quality kettlebell insights and instruction I'll keep forever.


Willie Woods - Personal Trainer, Massage; Therapist Redmond, WA

The RKC Level II Training has provided me a more in-depth approach to my training as well as to my clients. The addition of Rif's length/tension, Andrea's special populations, Brett and Kenneth's presentation were all excellent information, that I can use in my business as well as to improve my well being.

Overall, by far the most intensive, knowledge and science based physical training that I have ever attended.


Angelo Gala - Personal Trainer; Boston, MA

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

7 years experience personal training, NSCA-CPT, CSCS, RKC

The level II workshop added more drills to my arsenal necessary to maintain an elite fitness level.

RKC Level I was the best. Level II had so much more information that it blows Level I away.



Lauren Brooks — Fitness Coach and Clinical Nutritionist; Encinitas, CA

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Certified Clinical Nutritionist, B.S. in Kinesiology, Certified by American Council on Exercise. Personal Trainer for 9 years.

Took all the concepts that I know about training and opened it up to a deeper and more complex level. Introduced me to cutting edge training techniques.

RKC never lets me down. I learn more with this type of training that I did in my degree program of kinesiology or any personal training cert.


Zar Horton - Firefighter; Albuquerque, New Mexico

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

RKC Team Leader, Division Commander Albuquerque Fire Department- Special Operations, Albuquerque Fire Department; Health and Wellness Program Co-founder, FireBellz Russian Kettlebell Studio Owner, Certified Paramedic, 18 yrs US DOE Certified Instructor Intermediate Force, Ground Control for Law Enforcement, Men's League competitive soccer 17 yrs, Youth soccer Coach 2000-2004, Track: 1993 World Firefighter Games 4x100 Gold medal

A 3-day — I mean full days of excellent, in depth instruction with information that will take my own and my clients training to the next level. This is the information and technique that set RKC organization part. The depth of knowledge and delivery ensure that those who earn their RKC II definitely have the fine tuning tolls and ability to take technique and programming up one very big notch!

I am spoiled now and expect a certain level from RKC/DD. RKC II delivered! A great weekend with challenging workouts and excellent in depth lectures with enough hands on to be usable with clients immediately!




Renee Woods — Personal Trainer; Encinitas, CA

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Certified personal trainer, RKC certification, 3rd degree black belt and did body building training and contest in the 1990's

Packed full of great information by very, very good instructors.

The best I have ever been to! Scope of material great and practical use was very good. Very challenging. Everything was very organized as well.


John Heinz - Blacksmith, Martial Arts Instructor; Upper Black Eddy, PA

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

25+ years Martial Arts Practice; shim Gum Do Kwanjang.

The Level II Cert is something all RKC Level I instructors should take, if they are serious about understanding the benefits of a "Hard Style" approach to kettlebell training.

In many ways, the best so far. Again, the presentation was geared appropriately. The class was likewise serious in their intent. For me the new info of rehab/eval. was paramount, though I appreciated the refinement of lifting skills that I have been practicing for years.


George Spears — Teacher of Yoga "Neuromuscular Performance Specialist"; Roswell, GA

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

I began my studies of yoga and martial art and Japanese-russo strength and conditioning methods under the tutelage of Tadashi Nakamura Sensei, Vladamir Lakota, Ivan Trypovic, Max Hasse, Tony Armento and last but not least Yul Brynner. Since 1979 I have taught athletes from all walks of life both amateur and professional most notably Walter Peyton and Scott Sisson. In 1989 I founded the Neuromuscular Performance Institute and my own form of yoga. "Ahimsa Virabhadrasana"(Nonviolent Warrior) a vinyasa form of yoga utilizing the dead lift, the pullup, the squat and the kettlebell as a foundation for spinal strength and flexibility

The RKC Level II instructor training proved to me that they have not rested on their laurels with the success o the kettlebell phenomenon. More information taught in a concise and understandable manner, taking complex physiological protocols and research and teaching it a way that is understandable for both me and my students. Knowledge, integrity, and sincerity of purpose.

I have spent in excess of 35k in 25 years of seminars helping me to be a better teacher of athletes and I still feel that in the best return I've received on my money as a matter of fact I feel guilty that the knowledge I've received is no way a fairly compensated for the checks I've written to Dragon door…Thank you or keeping it affordable… it is a pearl beyond price.


Matthew Godina - Personal Trainer; Brooklyn, NY

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

NSCA-CPT; RKC; EFTI Tier 3

The RKC II was great. The hands on instruction of new techniques was excellent and thorough, in addition to learning new kettle bell techniques. Brett, Kenneth, Andrea and Mark's information sections broadened my understanding of how KBS can be used.

Phenomenal after the RKC this is the best workshop I have been to.

The entire Dragon Door team does a great job. Thank you for you attention to detail and professionalism.


Jeff Larson - Personal Trainer; Napa, CA

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Certified Personal Trainer

This has given me more tolls to take my strength, knowledge and skill to a higher level. All the instructor's level of expertise is mind boggling. It has been an honor to be part of the RKC.

There is no comparison!! RKC is top notch!! Everything taught can be applied immediately. I am honored to be a part of such a great program!!




Betsy Collie — Group Kettlebell Instructor, Rapid Results Fitness; Durham, NC

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Attended NC School of the Arts for Dance. Numerous scholarships and awards for dance. Figure competitor instructor. Group certifications and personal trainer certs. Currently co-owner of Rapid Results Fitness, specializing in kettlebell training group classes.

It was well worth the time and money investment and makes me even more honored to be an RKC instructor.

RKC has always set the bar for me. The seniors and masters know their stuff. More importantly they are approachable and passionate about kb training and the importance of safety and technique.


Mark Erickson — Personal Trainer; Vinton, IA

The RKC Level II Instructor Certification Training will allow me to better serve my clients. The knowledge I gained from this weekend will be a direct reflection of the future results of everybody I train.

The best hands on training I've attended to date. The material presented can be applied as soon as I return with my clients.


Ron Farrington - Police Officer; East Hanover, NJ

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Member of the East Hanover Police Dept. ESU team, currently compete in MMA

It was an excellent opportunity to revisit why Level I principles and exercises are so important as well as expand on that knowledge and apply the principles to more advanced training.

I feel all the instructors have a tremendous amount of knowledge. What I like and appreciate the most is that every on of them will make the time and go out of their way to answer any question you have, not holding anything back. The most impressive aspect to me is that if they know another instructor is better suited to answer the question or give advice, they will defer to the other instructor.

I'm very happy with what was taught and the practical use. I like that even though I have a lot to learn on every topic covered I can still walk away and immediately apply many of the concepts.


Rolando Garcia, III - JKD Instructor; Guttenberg, NJ

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Full Instructor in JKD/FMA under Armando Basulto - Senior Full Instructor under Paul Vunak
- Phase I Instructor in JKD/FMA under Paul Vunak/Armando Basulto
- Initiateur in Boxe Francaise Savate under Armando Basulto, Moniteur under the French Federation of Boxe Francaise Savate
- Blue Belt in BJJ under Royler Gracie/David Adiv (8 years experience)
- Competitive experience in BJJ (gi/no-gi), boxe francaise savate, muay thai, stick and knife fighting

More in depth, more useful information. Blows the competition away.


JJ Blea — Contractor, Kettlebell studio owner; Albuquerque, NM

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Involved in many different sports throughout my lifetime. Enjoy Kettlebell training, basketball, and golf now days.

Extremely informative, and helped cement many of the philosophies set forth in RKC Level I.

As in RKC I, the entire program was informative, professional, educational and fun. The best program I have attended.


Kate Hawbaker — Teacher; Louisville, KY

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Member of YMCA women's gymnastics team Mason-Dixon league champions 1980-1985. Practices Ashtanga yoga. Studied yoga with Ramanand Patel, David Swenson, Doug Keller.

A very valuable experience personally and professionally.

Excellent. Much deeper than others, with real time to practice and have qualified, hands on assistance with improving form in lifts.


Jule Albretsen - Mechanical Engineer; Hyrum, UT

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Ran Park City, UT Marathon 2004. 300 on the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT). 4 years in the Army.

I took the RKC two months ago. Afterwards, I still had questions and doubts about the basic exercises. I also wondered how to teach kbs to people with mobility issues and other problems. Level II gave me much more confidence in the basics and I feel more comfortable with clients.


Gayle Hunter — Fitness Trainer; Healdsburg, CA

It is empowering me to go forward in teaching others kettlebells skills. To be the sole person introducing the kettlebells invasion in my town felt a bit scary, but it reinforced my conviction of it's integrity.

Haven't taken many other courses — but it is beyond compare to anything else.


Tim McPhee — Plumber; Rochester, MN

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Master plumber, HVAC technician, 4th degree Black Belt in TKD, Certified Instructor in TKD

This cert goes way beyond just lifting. In life, there are those who get in the car, turn the key and hit the gas. This course provides us with info on cornering, braking, aerodynamics, team management and more.

The scope of material far exceeds that of Level I, as it should. It helps those of us who really want to know just what is going in the body.

I would like to sincerely show my appreciation for the level of organization exhibited during RKC II 2008. John, Dennis, Nicole and those others I don't know made this weekend go by with ease.




Dustin Rippetoe — Gun Range Owner; Guthrie OK

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

4 years kettlebells; 2 years RKC
10+ years martial arts

The RKC Level II is an absolute must for any RKC who wishes to grow their knowledge of kettlebells.


Christian Lombardo — Personal Trainer, Performance Coach; Huntington, NY

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Tier Three Personal Trainer at Equinox Fitness Club, International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) Master Trainer, United States of America Weightlifting (USAW) Club Coach

A hardcore, intense, powerful and extremely educational! I loved how Pavel focused on perfection of techniques on all core exercises and how to utilize the body muscles to out perform the exercise.

Extreme and top quality education in teaching the bottom line principle to excel and out perform in kettlebells, strength, sport and all life activities. Excellent manual in guiding everything covered in the workshop.


Robert Harris - Fitness Coach; Nepean, Ont. Canada

This training is the best hands on I have ever had. Makes the XFit pale by comparison. I have never had sooooo much take home material, I can use tomorrow. Recommend to all Giryas.


Stefan Astrup Madsen — Student; Hilleroedgaade, Denmark

Like the RKC, very straightforward and useful. Manual described details very well for later use.


Chris Fournie — Martial Arts Fitness Gym Owner; Duluth, MN

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Black belts in 2 disciplines; Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor; Past Bodyguard; past private investigator; 1000 Kettlebell Snatch Challenge.

Like the RKC I it is one of the best, most professionally conducted seminars I have ever been to. (I have been to many seminars!)


Jill Knipp — Personal Trainer; Escondido, CA

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

AFAA Certified Personal Trainer; AAHFRP Post Rehab Specialist; AAHFRP Medical Exercise Specialist; RKC

The trainings provided by Dragon Door are always very organized and thorough. It's an efficient machine. The material is geared toward practical application and there is something for everyone. A lot of the basic exercise physiology is good review and then there are some new things to consider. Good scope of material.


Carolyn Hakes - Personal Trainer; Naperville, IL

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

ACE, NESTA

The RKC II further expanded my knowledge beyond basic kb exercises. I now have a broader knowledge of how better to evaluate clients to prevent and recover from injury.

The information provided by Dragon Door is always excellent. I really feel like I am learning form real experts. There is a lot packed in to each day and I love this "no-nonsense" approach.


Kerry Timko, Canada

This is my 4th RKC program and I keep coming back for the latest cutting edge info.


Bob Orr - US Marine; Virginia Beach, VA

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

RKC, US Marine, currently competing in ultra-marathon cycling events.

The Level 2 certification course is essential for all RKCs. The skills learned in this course go beyond the kettlebell and focus on the well physical well being of a victim.

This course is by far the most informative course on physical training I've attended.


Fred Killian - self employed trainer; MANASQUAN, NJ

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Varied career including military, police and protection.

The confidence of amateurs is the envy of professionals.

Above and beyond.


Robbie Williams - Personal trainer/ Gym owner; Cork, Ireland

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

long distance running, biking, crossfitting

A very good weekend, a reminder that basics are key exercises and I will focus more on them with clients, rather than teach exercises that they are perhaps not technically capable of.

I try to make a point of coming to RKC, this is the 2nd time being here and I must say that I learn more here in 3 days than I do in 2 years at home in Ireland.


Aaron Larmore - Owner/Director of Performance - Fit2Live; Iowa City, IA

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Youth Conditioning Specialist — IYCA, Strength and Conditioning Specialist - NSCA

I felt I expanded my knowledge and understanding through learning more exercises, better ways to trouble shooting, expansion of knowledge to further asset and correct movements patterns.

The RKC sets a standard for other certification bodies. Great knowledge and, as importantly, application. If you can't do the training yourself, how can you transfer it to your clients?




Jason Von — Personal Trainer; Livermore, CA

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Chek Level I, Poligquin Level 2, Back Rehab and preventative injuries, training athletes.

Don't think you know it all because you saw a kettlebell exercise on YouTube or read an article…. Come to the RKC II to learn and truly understand the purpose of the kettlebell and how to use it correctly!

Everything we learn has practical use… which is essential. I really like how the certification is ran on a schedule and sticks to the schedule. You know what to expect and prep for.

Keep up the good work. You guys have done an excellent job in promoting the more and more popularized kettlebell.


Christine Staunch - Personal Trainer; Bayonne, NJ

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

World/International Baton Twirling Competitor, State, Regional and National Champion; Personal Trainer; Group Fitness Instructor; USTA Judge

It has exceeded my expectations as far as content the cert has inspired me with insightful feed back for my clients and in my own training.

RKC II blows everything else away with the exception of the RKC I. Material is perfect. It is very practical including VO2 Max.


Andrew Freeman - Personal Trainer; S St Paul, MN

Great learning experience with no time wasted. If we weren't learning something new we were swinging. Awesome weekend.

Not as intense as Level I but much more great material taught in this one.


George Gomola - Asst. Fire Chief; Fairfield, CT

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

IAAI Firefighter Peer Fitness Trainer, SAQS Strength and Conditioning Coach
Sacred Heart University Men's Soccer

The softer side on the hard style. But soft is not meant to be weak, rather a gateway to greater strength and longevity.

Excellent program — injury and mobility restrictions preventions. Full enjoyment and participation, but the corrective strategies helped tremendously. I could never have learned windmill, bent press or pistol without corrective assessment and strategies.


Jonathan Barber - Landlord, Personal Trainer; Nottingham, United Kingdom

This has given me so many new skills on top of RKC I to now use with you training.

Quality — excellent. Well organized, good communication of expectations and organized both before and during. Scope — much more in depth than Level I. Had simply expected to run through more exercises but instead learnt so much more. The information to the side of the new skills seemed more valuable. Practical — explained at all points.


Luis Martinez — Businessman; Guadalajara, MEXICO

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Football 10 years, some martial arts.

It definitely would help me I my training as well as with my trainees. Now I know many things more!

Definitely the best workshop I have taken, great new materials and detailed instruction.


Keira Newton - Feldenkrais Practitoner; Santa Fe, NM

It was an intense 3 day introduction to the numerous ways kettlebell can be used an applied.

RKC for me provides nothing but the best, it's that simple.


Michael House - Fitness Director; Houston, TX

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Former professional and amateur boxer; Master's exercise physiology, USA Weightlifting / Club Coach; CSCS

Even more in depth then Level I. Everyone was so helpful and knowledgeable.

Far superior to ANY and EVERYTHING I have done in the past.


Kori Bliffert - Respiratory Therapist, Personal Trainer; Frisco, TX

Very good instruction and knowledge by the instructors.


Christopher Newton - Personal Trainer; Miami, FL

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

Masters Degree: Exercise Physiology; NCSA; CSCS; 2nd degree Blackbelt Kempo; MMA Instructor.

It was once again a great experience. The best part of it was the attention to detail in the skills.

Very good. Love the philosophies of the kb training. I am CSCS so it fits right into my thought process. The Level II was obviously not as demanding as Level I, and not as challenging, but I understand the purpose.


John Rock - Personal Trainer; Arden Hills, MN

Athletic Achievements, training background or specialty:

1992,1994 US Olympic Trials participant XC ski; NSCA- CSCS; ACSM- HF/I; ACE- Personal Trainer; NASM- PES; AFFA- Group Fitness Instructor; Professional Ski Instructors of America- Nordic Track & Skate level 3, Alpine level 1

A great way to enhance your kettlebell skills and gain greater awareness of how to improve your skills and improve on your weaknesses.

It is greater on scope and depth of knowledge. It assumes some prior knowledge with amateur and physiology and current training strategies, which is great.



In the pull-up you will be required to start from a dead hang, pull up without kipping, and finish by touching the bar with your neck or chest using the thumbless overhand grip. Women will be tested with their bodyweight only. Men will be required to hang a kettlebell on a foot (a weight belt is not allowed). Kettlebell sizes: 24kg for up to 220 pounds bodyweight; 16kg for over 220 pounds. Men masters (over 50 years old): 16kg up to 220 pounds; bodyweight; 12kg for over 220 pounds.

In the pistol you must be able to descend at least to parallel and come up exercising control. You may hold a counterweight. Successful performance of the pistol with one leg is sufficient.

Successful performance of the windmill, bent press, and push press with one arm is sufficient.

The jerk will be tested with two kettlebells of the size required for the snatch test.

In addition to the technique testing of the Level II exercises you will be tested on your clean and military press strength. Men will be required to press the kettlebell closest to 1/2 their bodyweight. Women will be required to press the kettlebell closest to 1/4 their bodyweight. Masters of 50 years of age and older will have a separate list of requirements.

One Arm Kettlebell Clean and Military Press
RKC Level II Requirements

Men

Bodyweight, Lbs. Kettlebell, Lbs.
Up to 117 53
118-132 62
133-150 70
151-168 80
169-194 88
Over 194 106
Men Masters
(50+ Years Old)
Bodyweight, Lbs. Kettlebell, Lbs.
Up to 132 44
133-150 53
151-168 62
169-194 70
Over 194 80
Women

Bodyweight, Lbs. Kettlebell, Lbs.
Up to 122 26
123-158 35
159-194 44
Over 194 53
Women Masters
(50+ Years Old)
Bodyweight, Lbs. Kettlebell, Lbs.
Up to 122 18
123-158 26
159-194 35
Over 194 44

Note that the above numbers are simply —not easily, but simply —achieved by following the Right of Passage plan in Enter the Kettlebell!

One Arm Kettlebell Clean and Military Press Rules

  • Performance of the C&P with one arm is sufficient.
  • Chalk is allowed.
  • The student will clean the bell with one hand.
  • The student must initiate the press with the fist of the working arm below chin level.
  • There must be a distinct pause following the clean during which the student and the kettlebell must remain motionless. Following this pause no downward motion of the kettlebell such as sinking into the chest is allowed.
  • The student must be standing still during the entire press attempt. The knees must be completely locked during the attempt. Push pressing is not allowed. Bouncing the kettlebell off the chest is not allowed.
  • Rolling the kettlebell onto the shoulder and pressing from there is not allowed.
  • Moving the feet or lifting the heel(s) is not allowed.
  • Excessive leaning back is not allowed.
  • A slight sideways lean at the start of the press is allowed but side pressing is not allowed. Side pressing is characterized by straightening out of the elbow at any point during the attempt without a simultaneous elevation of the kettlebell.
  • Pausing in the lockout in complete control, without moving, for 1sec with the elbow completely extended is required.
  • The kettlebell may be lowered to the ground in any safe fashion.

If you fail any of the above tests, you will be given three months to retest with a Master RKC, Senior RKC, or RKC Team Leader. Your RKC II Instructor certificate will not be issued until you have passed all the tests. Make sure that you keep your Level I skills sharp! You may be tested on them. Should you fail your Level I basic skills test, you will not be certified as a Level II instructor even if you have fulfilled the above Level II requirements. You will not be eligible for taking another Level II course until you have retaken a Level I course.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Register on-line or call 1-800-899-5111 for credit card orders.

Mail check to Dragon Door Publications, 5 East County Rd B, #3, Little Canada, MN 55117

Tuition: $2,695.00

$300.00 Cancellation Fee, no exceptions.
No refunds on cancellations after June 2, 2009

Workshop Code # WPKB40
Workshop reference: June 2009 RKC II Certification Workshop

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Limited to eighty-five participants.

Workshop price does not include room & board, however complimentary lunches, coffee and water will be provided on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
A map for the location and a list of convenient hotels/motels will be provided to all registrants.
Note: We will be providing you with kettlebells to practice with at the training, but these kettlebells are not included in the price of the training.
You will be able to purchase kettlebells at the workshop if you let us know in advance.

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