NASM and ACE accredited courses, plus IKU certifications

Our courses are accredited by NASM and ACE — earn CEUs as you learn. IKU certifications are awarded separately through a personal physical assessment. Our 30% pass rate exists because we measure real competence — not just knowledge.

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Professional trainer certifications

L3 certifications include the full accredited course (earn NASM and ACE CEUs), plus a physical assessment where you must demonstrate real competence. The course and certification are separate — you can complete the course without taking the certification assessment.

Kettlebell Fundamentals Trainer L3

The core certification. Covers swing, clean, press, snatch, squat technique and coaching methodology. Includes physical assessment with personal review.

$349

Kettlebell Sport Trainer L3

Sport-style kettlebell technique — jerk, long cycle, snatch, and competition prep. Requires 10-minute unbroken competition sets in your assessment.

$399

Mobility Under Load L3

Loaded mobility training with kettlebells. Flexibility, joint health, and movement quality under resistance. A unique IKU specialty certification.

$349

Deep-dive single-exercise certifications

Each course focuses entirely on one kettlebell exercise — biomechanics, common faults, progressions, coaching cues. Available as study-only or with L3 certification assessment.

Master The Kettlebell Swing

Everything about the kettlebell swing — hip and knee drive, breathing, timing, common faults, variations, and programming.

From $49.95

Master The Kettlebell Clean

The clean from every angle — rack position, path of the bell, single and double, common faults and fixes.

From $49.95

Master The Kettlebell Press

Overhead pressing mechanics, shoulder stability, strict and push press, single and double kettlebell pressing.

From $49.95

Master The Kettlebell Snatch

The full snatch — from swing to lockout. Timing, hand insertion, overhead fixation, and high-rep endurance.

From $49.95

Master The Kettlebell Squat

Goblet, rack, double front squat, overhead squat. Mobility requirements, depth, and coaching progressions.

From $49.95

Master The Kettlebell Bundle

All five Master The Kettlebell courses bundled together at a significant discount. The complete deep-dive library.

$1,500

Advanced and specialty programs

For experienced trainers ready for the next level.

Kettlebell Flow Trainer

Flow-based kettlebell training — seamless exercise transitions, combo creation, and flow programming for clients and classes.

$1,199

Kettlebell Fundamentals Course

NASM and ACE approved continuing education course. Study-only format — no physical assessment. Earn CEUs.

From $99

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All certifications are purchased through the Cavemantraining shop. Questions? Contact us first — we'll help you choose the right certification.

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Level 1 & Level 2 Kettlebell Instructor

Two new certification levels are in development. These will offer entry-level and intermediate instructor paths. Details coming soon.

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