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Dear customer, thank you for your interest in IKFF Kettlebell, Bodyweight and Mobility educational courses.
Due to the current global pandemic and related quarantines, as of now IKFF  is not able to offer live training courses CKT 1, CKT 2 or CMS.
However, we are still providing high-quality in-depth educational courses for both individuals, small groups, and organizations via zoom live format.
If you would like information about being trained or certified for your self, your group or your staff, please email stevecotter@ikff.net to request information.
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Meet the Team

Johannes Kwella

Johannes Kwella

October 21, 2015 By //  by Steve Cotter

Location: Berlin, Germany

Email: buffstrongbarefoot@gmail.com
Website: www.johanneskwella.de
Website: www.spreecrossfit.de

Johannes Kwella is a certified Strength and Rehab Coach. His work as a Personal Trainer, Fitness Professional and Strength Coach since 2006 and being Co-Owner of Spree CrossFit since 2013 gives him a broad experience.

Utilizing the Kettlebell for strength and conditioning training as well as for rehab reasons, he started to juggle with Kettlebells to bring even more fun into the sessions.

Johannes offers personal training, group training and also teaches seminars Germany wide.

Filed Under: ( MT ) Master Trainers, Meet the Team

Dave Hedges

Dave Hedges

August 12, 2015 By //  by Steve Cotter

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Dave Hedges owns and runs Wild Geese Fitness Training based in Dublin, Ireland

He’s also the co-founder of Wild Geese Martial Arts.

Over the years Dave has practiced many martial arts, collecting a handful of black belts and teaching certs along the way.
It was this hunger and passion for martial proficiency that lead to his immersion into fitness which ultimately lead to discovering kettlebell training.
Dave’s training philosophy revolves around creating more efficient human animals by developing Strength, Endurance and Mobility in equal measure.
The kettlebell training methods supplemented with bodyweight, animal and barbell work have so far shown themselves to be the best combination of methods to realise this philosophy.

Dave has built a name not only as a strength & conditioning coach, but a wealth of knowledge on mobility and more recently with the integration of the Anatomy in motion method into his service, postural alignment and injury management. He is also a prolific writer, contributing dozens of articles in various print magazines and online blogs.

His client base ranges from Kettlebell Sports competitors, competitive martial artists, semi-pro mountain bikers, triathletes and general fitness enthusiasts.

Filed Under: ( MT ) Master Trainers

Barry Andre

Barry Andre

February 23, 2015 By //  by Steve Cotter

Location: Rotterdam, The Netherlands
E-mail: barry@kettlebellrotterdam.nl
Website: www.kettlebellrotterdam.nl
Telephone: +31-10-7670051

I am fueled by a passion for sports and addicted to kettlebells.
As a dedicated kettlebell instructor I am specialized in functional strength training and body conditioning training.
In my training with people at novice or truly advanced level, in group or private sessions, I use a no nonsense approach to achieve results in Strength, Power Endurance, Explosiveness, Mental Toughness, Increasing Energy Levels and Fat Loss. Clients are building up injury resistance, true endurance strength, core strength and cardiovascular conditioning all at once.
But most of all, having fun with the kettlebell and in life.
You must experience kettlebell training to fully understand the benefits it can provide.
We were not designed to sit all day, even not on a fitness machine. We were designed to move!

Most recent certifications:

IKFF CKT Level 1
IKFF CKT Level 2

Filed Under: ( MT ) Master Trainers, Europe, Instructors Worldwide, Netherlands

MT Allan Fallroe – Norway –

MT Allan Fallroe – Norway –

August 18, 2014 By //  by Steve Cotter

Master Trainer and Team Leader for IKFF Norway.

Allan is the founder and Head Coach of Training Room in Trondheim, Norway; with his specialty in “alternative training” for different teams in soccer, track, handball and ice hockey. Allan provides personal training and instructs regular classes at Training Room. In addition, Allan is the founder and President of the SAFE Self-defense System.

Allan has completed high level instructor training from the International Girevoy Sport Federation under V.S Rasskazov in Russia and most recently received his Level 2 Kettlebell Teacher certification with the IKFF.

Allan has made fitness an important part of his life since the age of 10. At the age of 18 he successfully reached the National Team in Boxing. Allan has competed in such events as the 24 hour extreme challenges, marathons and bicycle races. In addition, Allan has trained in Karate, Tae kwon Do and Kung Fu.

Allan has the title of IKFF Master of Sport in Snatch 32 kg.

Filed Under: ( MT ) Master Trainers

MT Rodrigo Andres Cañas Jamett – Chile –

MT Rodrigo Andres Cañas Jamett – Chile –

August 15, 2014 By //  by Steve Cotter

Team Leader Chile and South America

Lic. Physical Therapy
M.Sc. Exercise Physiology

Email: rcanaskine@gmail.com
Email: pesasrusachile@gmail.com

With a diverse Athletic background, including athletics (100, 200m track events), martial arts, fitness and functional training, Rodrigo started his road on kettlebell lifting (both for fitness and as a sport). As a physical therapist Rodrigo has realized how relevant kettlebells are for injury prevention and rehabilitation for sportspeople.

Rodrigo is currently working on the development of specific training programmes for very diverse populations, such as: firefighters, martial artists, and general people with different sport backgrounds and interests.

Qualifications

  • Certified Kettlebell Trainer Levels 1 & 2
  • Specialized endurance Development IKFF
  • Modern Kettlebell Sports IKFF

Filed Under: ( MT ) Master Trainers

MT Yani Kokozaki  – Lebanon  –

MT Yani Kokozaki – Lebanon –

July 23, 2014 By //  by Steve Cotter

IKFF level 1 Master Trainer

Yani was the first trainer to introduce kettlebell lifting to Lebanon in 2010. He has been working with kettlebells since 2009 and works with IFPA (International Fitness Professionals Association) to continuously promote kettlebell training. A certified personal trainer that works with a variety of clients including combat athletes (MMA fighters), personal trainers and men and women of all ages and abilities.

Yani’s training philosophy is ‘Move With Strength’ a belief that grew from his interest in martial arts and led him to Kettlebells. “It should no longer be JUST about building muscles but also about functional ability and performance”. Yani incorporates this philosophy into his training programs with his clients as well as his own workouts.

He also enjoys partaking in Capoeira, Olympic Lifting, Powerlifting, Calisthenics, Martial Arts and outdoor activities.

 

Website: www.yanikokozaki.com

Email: yanikokozaki@gmail.com

Filed Under: ( MT ) Master Trainers

MT Marcelo Schulze  – Venezuela  –

MT Marcelo Schulze – Venezuela –

July 20, 2014 By //  by Steve Cotter

Marcelo Schulze has been involved in the fitness industry for 15 years. During this time he has accumulated a wealth of experience in varied roles:
as an Entrepreneur – having grown, owned and operated his own facility in Caracas, Venezuela: 3D Training System as a Founder and Director.
PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATIONS:
  • Certified Kettlebell Teacher-International Kettlebell and Fitness Federation -IKFF- CKT
  • Private Training w/ Steve Cotter-International Kettlebell and Fitness Federation -IKFF
  • Kettlebell Seminar-Workshop w/ Steve Cotter-International Kettlebell and Fitness Federation -IKFF
  • Certified Crossfit Level I -Crossfit Inc.
  • Certified Personal Trainer -CPT-NASM (Live)
  • Certified Personal Trainer -CPT-IGNITE 360 (Live)
  • Certified Personal Trainer – Ciclo Indoor-FEDA
  • Certified Personal Trainer -TRX- Suspension Training Course
  • Certified Personal Trainer -TRX- Suspension Training Course Group
  • Certified Personal Trainer -TRX- RIP Training Course
  • Certified Personal Trainer -TRX- Sport Medicine Training Course
  • Unstable Plattforms-FEDA
  • Climbing Course -Learn to Lead-American Alpine Institute-AAI
  • Climbing Course -Rock Rescue-American Alpine Institute-AAI
Reebok ASSET Ambassador

To connect with Marcelo Schulze you can reach him:
Via E-mail: mschulzec@gmail.com // 3dtrainingsystem@gmail.com

Filed Under: ( MT ) Master Trainers

MT Fabrice Jaen – France –

MT Fabrice Jaen – France –

July 17, 2014 By //  by Steve Cotter

Brevet d’Etat HACUMESE (Haltérophilie,Culturisme et Mouvements Educatifs d’Entretiens), BEAECPC (Brevet d’Etat d’Aptitude à l’Enseignement du Culturisme Powerlifting et Culture physique )

  • CKT level 1
  • Master Trainer CKT
  • IUKL level 1 kettlebell lifting
  • CrossFit Level 1
  • Gym Owner since 1997

Filed Under: ( MT ) Master Trainers

MT Isidoro Nieves – Puerto Rico / Carribean –

MT Isidoro Nieves – Puerto Rico / Carribean –

July 17, 2014 By //  by Steve Cotter

First IKFF CKT in Puerto Rico. Goal: Promote in Puerto Rico the Kettlebell Sport and the use of kettlebells as a fitness tool.

34+ years experience in martial arts and fitness, 2nd degree black belt in Okinawan Kempo Karate, 6th degree in GoJu Ryu karate and 2nd degree in Seibukan JuJutsu.

Currently, teaching group kettlebell classes and kettlebell Sport training.

Currently working on become the first CMS from Puerto Rico

Kettlebell Certifications:

  • IKFF – Certified Kettlebell Teacher Level 1 & 2 and Master Trainer
  • IKSFA – Certified Kettlebell Sport Coach Level 1

Filed Under: ( MT ) Master Trainers

MT Rajiv Kumar Mandal – India –

MT Rajiv Kumar Mandal – India –

July 17, 2014 By //  by Steve Cotter

Rajiv is formally recognized by IKFF (International Kettlebell Fitness Federation) as a Level 1 Master Trainer in kettlebells; he completed his Level 1 Master Training in kettlebells under the guidance of Steve Cotter, and is one of the select few Level 1 Master Trainers in India. Being athletically inclined, he started rowing as a teenager. He trained and practiced rowing meticulously and became a national level rowing athlete for India. He won several prestigious international and national awards and accolades in rowing.

Rajiv’s choice of a career in fitness and kettlebell training was a natural progression. He has been working as a fitness trainer since 2009 and has trained more than 300 clients, including athletes like first class cricketers and national level soccer players. He has also served in the capacity of a fitness consultant and coach in high schools and leading corporate fitness centers in Kolkata. Additionally, he coaches the junior rowing team of West Bengal state. In his free time, he loves to row and run.

Achievements:

Kettlebell training:

  • Level 1 Master Trainer through IKFF (2014)
  • EKFA Asia Open Kettlebell Championship at Bodypower Expo India held in
  • Mumbai (2014):
  • Asia’s Star Kettlebell Lifter (Rank 1)
  • Won 3 gold medals in kettlebell snatches and kettlebell clean-and-press events

Rowing:

  • Won bronze at 14th Challengers Sprint Rowing Championship in 2010
  • Won bronze against the Eastern Command army division in 2008
  • Won at numerous international rowing championships organised by ARAE (Amateur Rowing Association of the East): gold in 2007, silver in 2008, gold in 2009, 4th position in 2010
  • National rowing champion of India from 2005-2007 and 2010
  • Captain of West Bengal state rowing team from 2005-2010

Dragon boat racing:

  • Won silver for Haryana state in 2008 at India’s 1st Dragon Boat
  • Championship organized by Dragon Boat Federation of India (DBFI)
  • Captain of Haryana dragon boat team in 2008

Filed Under: ( MT ) Master Trainers

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