Full KOntact Kettlebell is more than a Kettlebell strength training seminar. This is a movement seminar, integrating skills from martial arts, qigong and assorted athletic development patterns into the curriculum. Participants will leave the day’s training with the basics skills and knowledge necessary to practice and progress in their own training and to lead clients through the basics of Kettlebell lifting.

Part I.
Course Overview, Warm-up and Mobility Drills
Discussion of purpose of course and outline of the various categories of Kettlebell lifting; Range of motion exercise and joint mobility drills to warm-up the body and prepare for the vigorous Kettlebell training to follow.

Part II.
Basic Kettlebell Drills
The advanced skills are built upon the basic movements. In this section the basics of Kettlebell lifting are taught with an emphasis on body mechanics and fluid application of force. Specific exercises include: Swing, Clean, Double Clean, Jerk, Double Jerk, Press, Double Press, Alternating Press, Push Press, Snatch, Front Squat.

Part III.
Animal Based Bodyweight Conditioning Exercises
Animal-based movement taken from the martial arts which teach full-body strength and coordination.

Part IV.
Qigong Breathing Exercise
Qigong is an ancient system of health-building which focuses on deep breathing combined with relaxation and flowing movements to increase mental clarity, concentration and recuperation.

Part V.
Questions and Answers
For each specific course the curriculum remains flexible and able to improvise based on the questions asked and the skill and retention level of the participants. At this stage, you have made it through the practice, and now is the opportunity to discuss theory, such as program design, assessment and other factors relevant to individualized training programs.

ABOUT STEVE COTTER
Steve Cotter is a world-renowned martial artist and strength & conditioning specialist. He has merged his experience as a US National Full Contact Kung Fu Champion, internal martial art instructor and cutting-edge trainer with his expertise as Kettlebell innovator, to develop innovative and comprehensive programs for martial artists and other combat specialists.

With his 25 years of experience as a world-class martial artist, athlete, and coach, he specializes in the design and supervision of perfectly balanced training programs individuals committed to serious conditioning and fitness. His unique approach bridges time-tested training methods of the internal martial arts and the latest research-based modalities for athletic training. The end results are maximal mind-body performance, deep strength, and unsurpassed athleticism. STEVE COTTER'S PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATIONS INCLUDE:

• Author of best selling Kettlebell Encyclopedia Series 1 & 2
• 2 time US Full Contact Champion
• Team Member, USA National Kuoshu Team
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) - National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA)
• Creator of FULL K.O.NTACT KETTLEBELLS™ System and best-selling DVD series
• AKC certified Kettlebell coach
• B.S. in Kinesiology, San Diego State University
• Has taught over 60 Kettlebell workshops throughout North America, Europe, Asia and Oceania.