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Certified Functional Training Coach

Price

30000

Duration

6 Weeks

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About the Course

This Level 1 course is your gateway to becoming a confident and knowledgeable functional training coach. Learn the science of movement, master coaching fundamentals, and get hands-on skills to train real clients safely and effectively.


Duration

3hr, 5 days a week

Sessions

Theory & Practical

CERTIFICATES

Yes

Course Content


  1. Defining Functional Training

  2. Principles of functional training

  3. Advantages of Functional Training

  4. Equipments Used in Functional Training

  5. Evolution and comparison with bodybuilding, CrossFit, rehab-based training

  1. Human Anatomy & Physiology (Basics for Trainers)

  • Skeletal system: joints, movement planes

  • Muscular system: major muscle groups and their functions

  • Nervous system: motor control and neuromuscular adaptation

  • Cardiovascular & respiratory systems (basic exercise physiology)

  1. Biomechanics of Movement

  • Planes of movement (sagittal, frontal, transverse)

  • Kinetic chain & joint-by-joint approach

  • Muscle contractions: concentric, eccentric, isometric

  • Understanding posture, imbalances, and compensations

  1. Core Functional Movement Patterns

  • Push

  • Pull

  • Hinge

  • Squat

  • Lunge

  • Rotate/anti-rotate

  • Locomotion (crawling, walking, sprinting, jumping)

  1. Movement Assessments

  • Mobility vs. flexibility

  • Functional Movement Screen (FMS) basics

  • Postural analysis

  • Stability, balance, and strength testing

  • Identifying client imbalances and limitations

  1. Functional Training Tools & Equipment

  • Kettlebells

  • Dumbbells & barbells

  • Suspension trainers (TRX)

  • Battle ropes

  • Resistance bands

  • Sandbags, sleds, medicine balls, plyo boxes

  • BOSU, balance boards, stability balls

  1. Program Design & Periodization

  • Goal-specific programming: fat loss, strength, mobility, athleticism

  • Sets, reps, intensity, rest intervals

  • Functional HIIT vs. traditional cardio

  • Progression/regression techniques

  • Individual vs. group training formats

  1. Injury Prevention & Rehab Integration

  • Common injuries in functional fitness

  • Warm-up, cooldown, and recovery principles

  • Myofascial release (foam rolling, trigger point therapy)

  • Mobility drills (shoulder, hip, ankle, thoracic spine)

  • Basics of functional rehab and referrals

  1. Nutrition Fundamentals for Performance

  • Macronutrients & micronutrients

  • Nutrition strategies for fat loss, muscle gain, performance

  • Hydration and supplementation basics

  • Pre/post-workout nutrition guidelines

  1. Coaching Skills & Client Management

  • Cueing: visual, verbal, tactile

  • Energy, motivation & behavioral psychology

  • Client consultation, onboarding, goal setting

  • Tracking progress and adjustments

  • Dealing with special populations (seniors, beginners, obese clients)

  1. Ethics, Liability & Business of Coaching

  • Professional conduct and ethics

  • Legal considerations, insurance, liability waivers

  • Building a personal brand

  • Social media for coaches




Your Instructor

Coach Nikk

Coach Nikk

Coach Nikk, Founder and Head Coach @ Nikk Fit World, training Indore since 2015 with functional training. have do 10+ certification in fitness industry which includes, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutritionists, Crossfit, Youth Exercise Specialist & Many More.

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