Online Kettlebell Courses

At IKU™, we offer some of the best online kettlebell courses suitable for absolute beginners to advanced and for trainers or at-home users.

Top 5 Kettlebell Certifications

NASM Kettlebell Certification

Recognized by the National Academy of Sports Medicine as an Approved Continuing Education Provider. NASM approves this online kettlebell course for 1.4 CEUs. Provider number 13898.

Unique Online Kettlebell Course Format

Online Kettlebell Courses

The IKU™ online kettlebell courses are presented in a unique course format. We break down disciplines and types of education to allow very specific choices and progressions.

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Our online kettlebell courses are suitable for the stay-at-home fitness enthusiast, the personal trainer, the group fitness instructor, and the coach who trains elite athletes. Our unique course format allows students to choose their path of learning and how far that education is taken.

It’s as simple as choosing your discipline, i.e., the Kettlebell Clean, Curl, Swing, Press, Snatch, etc., and then your level of education. If you just want to read the material and later decide what to do with it, you would select Student.

If you want to be able to obtain a certificate of participation for the chosen discipline, then you would continue with becoming a Graduate.

The levels L3 and up are certifications, and when passed will officially certify the participant as Trainer, Teacher, Athlete, Coach, Expert, and so on.

The number after the dot is the complexity of a subject, for example, in Master The Kettlebell Clean L3.1, the subject matter is the Kettlebell Clean, the level is 3 which is Trainer, and the complexity is 1, which is one step up from 0, and after 1 would come 2 and so on. A subject matter might not be complex enough to require splitting, which could mean there is only 3.0 or 3.

Student L1

The information is presented and read by you, you have now entered the Cavemantraining Student Stage.

Graduate L2

You graduated in this discipline, meaning you have a solid understanding of this discipline.

Trainer L3

You train in this discipline, meaning you have a solid understanding and have perfected the execution of this discipline.

Teacher L4

You teach this discipline, meaning you perfected demonstration and are able to verbally explain this discipline. Includes L3 Trainer.

Athlete L5

You have competed and/or demonstrated that you have mastered the skills in this discipline. One such example would be having participated in a kettlebell sport event and received a medal. Outside of events and competitions, you can film and submit to meet whatever requirements are set for each discipline.

Coach L6

You coach this discipline, meaning you understand, train, teach, competed, and are able to provide corrections, finer techniques, and program this discipline.

Expert L7

You’ve mastered this discipline in all of the above categories plus one or both of the following:

  • Private instructor
  • Group instructor

Master

You have obtained several other certifications, reached level 4 for Master The Kettlebell Swing, Clean, Snatch, and CAVEMANROM™, and have been working actively in the field for 5 or more years. Have applied for Cavemantraining Master Trainer and have been approved.

Judge

You judge this discipline in workouts, meaning you understand what a bad rep is and have an eye for detail. Requires at least L5. Judges can help moderate our online competitions.

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How do I know if someone is IKU™ or Cavemantraining™ Certified?
Anyone who successfully completes a discipline online at IKU™ or Cavemantraining™ will be issued an official certificate in PDF format, will be listed on the Cavemantraining website list of certified trainers (upon request), is allowed to use the name IKU™ [discipline] Certified, is allowed to wear the official Certified T-shirt and can display the officially certified badge on their social media, website, and other marketing material.

Who is IKU™ and Cavemantraining™

IKU™ is International Kettlebell University, which is the umbrella that is managing the educational content for Cavemantraining™. IKU™ is a registered LLC in the USA.

All our online kettlebell course material is served via this website, and students may choose to use IKU™ or Cavemantraining™ in their titles.

Online Kettlebell Course FAQ

What is the difference between a course and certification?

A certificate is a credential that confirms that you completed a specific course or program of study (a sequence of courses). More info.

What is better, online or in-person courses?

Online kettlebell courses provide the students with a lot more time to gradually learn and complete their physical assessments, whereas an in-person course or certification usually only provides 1 or 2 days.

What is the best kettlebell certification?

The best kettlebell certification is the one that provides what you seek to get from a certification. See below.

What do your kettlebell certifications provide?

Our online kettlebell certifications provide an official certificate, coaching, assessments, exams, and extremely detailed study material.

Do I need to pass a physical test to pass the course?

There are no physical requirements for our online kettlebell courses. For the entry-level kettlebell certifications, we also don’t have rigorous physical tests, only form and technique assessments. For the higher-end certifications, we do have rigorous physical tests that need to be met before passing.

Do I get to work with a qualified kettlebell coach?

Yes. For certifications L3 and up, you get assigned an assessor. Our coaches have skills or qualifications ranging from Master of Sport, Hardstyle, StrongFirst SFG2, Kettlebell Sport, IKKF, RGSI, IKSFA, and more.

What is the best kettlebell course to start with?

The best online kettlebell course for anyone to start with is the Kettlebell Fundamentals. This one is without certification, and this one is with.

What is Kettlebell Certification?

A Kettlebell Certification provides an official certificate that proves a student has passed a specific certification. The certificate is presented to the student after a qualified coach has confirmed that the student passed exams, assessments, and tests.

What is SFG Certification?

SFG stands for StrongFirst Girya and is offered by StrongFirst. The focus of the certification is on Hardstyle.

What is an RKC Certification?

RKC stands for Russian Kettlebell Challenge and the focus of the certification is on Hardstyle.

What is Sportstyle or Girevoy Sport?

Sportstyle is a style of kettlebell training that is suited for endurance and competition. It is the opposite of Hardstyle.

What is an IKU Certification?

IKU stands for International Kettlebell University and is the educational arm of Cavemantraining. The focus of the company is to deliver the suitable style for the student and build up to understanding all styles.

What kettlebell style should I use?

Our initial focus at IKU™ is to deliver Freestyle and let the student discover and develop their own safe technique for Kettlebell Training. After the first phase, the fundamentals, we promote learning all styles.

 

Online Kettlebell Courses

At IKU™, we offer some of the best online kettlebell courses suitable for absolute beginners to advanced and for trainers or at-home users.

Course Provider: Organization

Course Provider Name: IKU™ International Kettlebell University

Course Provider URL: https://kettlebell.university

Course Mode: Online

Course Type: Paid

Pros

  • Amazing!!! I have never seen the kettlebell used in this manner. I love it!!! I came from the bodybuilding community and after years of training in that fashion my mobility is terrible. This workout is really helping me open back up and move functionally again. Thank you so much!
  • I found the course to be a clear and concise introduction to working out with kettlebells. I liked the emphasis on safety, drilling, and going slow. The course provides not only the core information promised in the description of the course, but also enrichment materials and links to additional sources of information and support.
  • Love that the instructor gives easier options for each exercise. This is very helpful for those of us who are out of shape.
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