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24th January 2012

 

Compulsory Kettlebell Training Workshop
Sunday 26th February 2012, 12.30 - 3.30pm
at XTS, inside Transition Extreme.

This 3 hour workshop is dedicated to discovering and drilling the fundamental kettlebell exercises correctly and safely. Once completed this CKT, you can attend the Kettlebell Aberdeen classes or create individual goal-driven workouts.

The session starts with Mobility basics - development of your mobility is key to kettlebell training! Then we show you how to shift your weight about in Bodyweight arrangements - more than just push ups and sit ups, guaranteed! Our kettlebell training focuses on posture, movement & breathing while safely and correctly swinging, lifting, pulling and pushing the horned cannonballs.

Essential KB exercises developed are the Deadlift, Swing, Clean, Press, Squat & Turkish Getup. Progressions of these and secondary exercises will also be taught.

Take charge of your training and exercise goals and work the kettlebells to give you satisfying strength, "fuel in the tank" and recognisable well being.

Kettlebell training is supplementary to the sports and activities you already do and will enhance your performance.

You can train with the kettlebell for weight loss, for strength gains, cardio/stamina endurance, and even recovery from injury.

Location of XTS here...

Places are strictly limited to 16. Registration is required. Email and confirm your place today!

Investment: £45

Return: 3 hours tuition to gain all the required information and tools to train correctly and safely with the Kettlebells. Exceed your goals!

email ray@kettlebellsaberdeen.com

"Thanks for a great session today. Your instruction was excellent and I now feel ready to put things into practice. The stretching/mobility and body weight exercises were great fun." Stephen Reed.

"Well spank me with a haddock and call me Susan, these kettlebell things are awesome. The workshop is designed to introduce you to the workouts and some basic movements and mobility drills. I was clenching muscles I didn't know were there. It's hard work, to be honest I wasn't expecting to be as knackered as I was! Looking forward to seeing the results in 3-4 months time and how this affects my other training. If you have not tried Kettlebells before, I can highly recommend it and if you are in the Aberdeen area then get onto Rays blog and get signed up." Stuart Mundy

"The time and effort you have put in has definitely paid off and I cant wait to develop under your instruction.This is a great workout for women, as it works all the muscle groups with out building bulk, just strength, tone and fitness, bring on the next class!" Carolyn Ewen

 

KBA @ ASV

Two new sessions have been confirmed at the mighty Aberdeen Sports Village! 4 week blocks beginner kettlebell classes are start on Saturday 8th October and Saturday 19th November. The class is from 12.30-1.30pm. Progressively over the 4 weeks you will learn and drill the fundamental KB exercises, as well as fun secondary exercises. Challenging body weight and dynamic mobility drills will naturally be part of the class and you will gain confidence in moving and shifting your body around. This class will be one of your weekly workouts. Contact the Sports Village reception for information and bookings on 01224 438900

 

 

31st July 2011

ATTACK OF THE BELLS!

In the first of it’s kind, I am delighted to announce Kettlebells Aberdeen 6 hour kettlebell seminar happening right here in Aberdeen!
It’s simple: If you love training with kettlebell, then you might just like this awesome event! We have 3 of Scotland’s top IKFF instructors ready to deliver 3 complimentary sessions to explore, develop and advance your skills in kettlebell training.
Foundations to anything is key, right? Episode1 of Attack of the Bells delivers in wonderful detail what we need to know, and remember, about how we use our breathing, mobility and mechanics to really get the best out of our kettlebell training performance.
Episode 2 presents kettlebell complexes for improved athleticism. Discover compound movements that develop explosive power and stamina. Learn how to integrate sport-specific movements into your kettlebell routine that keeps your training goals focused on your sport.
Finally in the 6 hour exciting day, discover and train in the sport of kettlebells! Episode 3 will see us push various limits and understand Girevoy Sport (GS). This is the competition side of kettlebells - training for time and repetitions. Banging out reps is great... but can you perform with great technique for 10 mins? Here is where you will learn how! And working this training into your regular routine is a no-brainer!

This exciting event will be on Sunday 28th August. 10am - 4pm. It will be held at the XTS gym (inside Transition Extreme). A short break between sessions and a light lunch will be provided. You will take home a mountain of information, new skills, wrist straps and after-event booklet. Places are limited!! 6 hours, 3 instructors, £60, what a deal!!

One thing: this seminar is not suitable for anyone who has not done a beginners workshop.
All reservations to be made with Ray. £30 deposit or full payment required to reserve your place.
Contact Ray on ray@kettlebellsaberdeen.com or phone on 07877 807191.

ATTACK OF THE BELLS - Episode 1
Rannoch Donald of Simple Strength presents resilient rx

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1. (of a substance or object) Able to recoil or spring back into shape after bending, stretching, or being compressed.

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1. Prescription.
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Before we develop the hard skills of strength and power we need to create a foundation. Focussing on Breath Work, Mobility and Structure we will show you how to increase performance, reduce injury and recover faster.

Breath Works - Breath is the absolute foundation of any activity, yet we take it for granted. It is the only autonomic function we can actively influence which allows us to control how we respond to physical, mental and emotional stress. We will work on drills that bring our focus back to the breath and allow us to perform with less effort. In addition we will explore the recovery aspects of foundation breathing and Qi Gong.
Mandatory Mobility - 600 muscles, over 200 bones, hundreds of joints, all working in concert. We mobilise the body to create pain free movement. A mobile body allows us to generate and express power and adapt to the demands of our environment. Find out how to iron out the kinks and regain natural alignment.
Structure - By connecting breath and mobility we can create a platform that will support all our physical endeavors. Structure allows us to practice strength as a skill, generate power and relax under pressure.
All of these qualities will improve your training, reduce your stress levels, accelerate your recovery and develop resiliency. We will take these concepts and integrate them over the course of the workshop.

ATTACK OF THE BELLS - Episode 2
Ray Wilson of Kettlebells Aberdeen presents getting complex

Kettlebell Complexes are a great way for improving athleticism. We will explore compound movements of kettlebell and bodyweight exercise. This adds variety to our workouts and encourages improved athleticism. Additionally, we will also discover how we can incorporate sport-specifc training to our kettlebell workouts. Replicate movements under load of a kettlebell and bang out multiple reps of a desired action as recovery. Single and double kettlebell work will challenge our abilities - breathing, co-ordination, endurance and concentration.

ATTACK OF THE BELLS - Episode 3
Gerry Higgins of Raw Fitness presents kettlebell sport

GS Training is all about controlling mind & body.  Strength endurance alone only allows an athlete to work at a fast pace for 1 – 3 minutes before performance decreases, yet in GS, Kettlebells are lifted over 100 times in a period of 10 minutes.  GS is a sport that involves pacing, meaning there is a pause between reps which can be up to 20 seconds for some athletes.  A short rest between reps allow for a certain amount of restitution.
During Part 3 we will focus on:-
Breathing - A general rule is that there is always more breath cycles than reps (one breath cycle is one inhale and one exhale).
Mechanics - e.g in swing and snatch and clean, the grip and low back are very relaxed.
Methodology - understanding periodization in training (macro, meso and micro cycles etc).
We will also discuss complementary training for strength, general endurance, special strength endurance and flexibility.
Oh and lift & press & swing & clean & jerk & push heavy s**t.......

Sunday 28th August. 10am - 4pm, XTS gym, £60. Book by contacting Ray.

Book TODAY! Don't miss this chance to advance your kettlebell skills with Rannoch, Ray and Gerry!

ATTACK OF THE BELLS! Summer 2011, Aberdeen.

 

 

 

 

 

*coming soon...*

 

28 September 2009

26/27 Sept. 2009, Certified Kettlebell Trainer Level 2, Fitness & Movement Dynamics Specialist. Read about it here...

17 September 2009

I am very excited about meeting up with my instructors, Steve Cotter and Ken Blackburn next week at the IKFF Level 2 Certified Kettlebell Teacher training weekend in Edinburgh. Steve and Ken are constantly country-hopping around the Globe delivering the top class level of kettlebell training that the IKFF is renowned for. Can't wait, bring it on!