RKC B-License Certification

14-15.03.2026 - Lübeck - Achieve the gold standard of kettlebell instructor certification in the far north!

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In the RKC B-License, the fundamentals of general physical preparedness (GPP) with kettlebell are taught.
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• Who is the RKC B-License suitable for?

  The RKC B-License – for those who want more

  You want to do more than just train with kettlebells; you want to become stronger, more enduring, and more mobile – and pass that on to your clients?
  Then the RKC B-License is made for you.

  This is no longer just about fitness. The B-License is all about General Physical Preparedness (GPP): This means developing a broad athletic base with kettlebells – functional, powerful, and enduring.

  You will learn:

  • To teach complex kettlebell techniques like Snatch and Clean
  • To structure grinds like Military Press and Front Squat
  • To specifically identify and correct mobility and stability deficits
  • To apply the RKC GPP system – for long-term performance development

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  Your clients – for whom you train

  The RKC B-License is aimed at coaches who work with people who want more than just a six-pack:
  They want to actually improve.

  Whether an ambitious hobby athlete, a motivated everyday person, or an athlete in the off-season – your clients recognize:
  👉 Looking more athletic and feeling more athletic only happens when you truly become more athletic.

  With the B-License, you not only build technique – you develop real performance.
  And that sets you apart from everyone else.

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  Now it gets serious – get your red T-shirt.

• What you will learn in the RKC B-License Certification

  Grinds, Ballistics & Double Work

  The B-License makes you an expert in the application of complex kettlebell techniques:

  • Snatch & Clean – in theory, practice, and didactics
  • Military Press & Front Squat – including variations like Bottom-Up Press
  • Double Kettlebell Techniques – safe handling, clean rack position, and coaching of double loads
  • Tension techniques and breathing – especially in the grind

  You will learn structured sequences to build all these movements clearly and effectively.

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  Recognizing and Correcting Errors

  Technique alone is not enough. You will learn:

  • To identify common mistakes in Snatch, Clean, Press, and Squat
  • To counteract with targeted exercises and correction strategies
  • How to individually consider different body types, mobility levels, and strengths

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  Training Goal: GPP – General Physical Preparedness

  The focus is on your clients' performance – not just good training, but concrete improvement. You will learn:

  • What GPP means with the kettlebell – and what it does not
  • Which movement patterns need to be covered
  • How to combine training stimuli for strength, endurance, and mobility
  • How to always consider and address deficits

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  Planning RKC-GPP Cycles

  You will receive tools to develop complete GPP training cycles:

  • The official GPP Template of the RKC
  • Categorized exercise selection (Category A / B / Finisher)
  • Integration of corrections into every training session
  • Planning group programs with individual adjustments

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  Systematic Mobility and Stability Corrections

  Based on the tests from the C-License, you will learn to specifically address deficits:

  • Corrections for Toe Touch, Overhead Reach, Deep Squat, Plank, Crawl
  • Exercises like Jefferson Curl, Deep Lunge Rotation, Stickwork, Contract-Relax
  • Integration into your GPP training – not as an add-on, but as part of the system

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  Bottom-Up Press & Double Work

  The B-License opens the door to advanced training methods:

  • Bottom-Up Pressing to improve grip strength and shoulder stability
  • Double Front Squats & Double Cleans for symmetrical strength development
  • Safety in coaching double loads

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  Exam: The RKC 120 Test

  The practical final exam demands not only technique but also performance:

  • 120 repetitions in 6 exercises in 5 minutes
  • Strict technique standards and No-Count principle
  • Can be completed online or on-site – under clear criteria

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  The RKC B-License: Your Transformation from Trainer to GPP Coach

  With the B-License, you will become more than a technique instructor.
  You will be a coach for general physical preparedness – with system, structure, and measurable results.

• RKC B-License Strength and Technique Test

  RKC 120 Test

  The candidate performs a total of 120 repetitions within 5 minutes with a kettlebell according to the official Snatch Test Size weight chart – distributed across six exercises in exactly prescribed order.

  The examiner counts aloud from 1 to 120. Each correctly executed repetition is counted. Repetitions that do not meet the RKC standard are considered “No Count.” In case of repeated deviations or poor movement patterns, the test will be terminated.

  Order (must be followed):

  • 2H Swing – 20 repetitions
  • 1H Swing – 10 left / 10 right
  • 1H Clean – 10 left / 10 right
  • 1H Snatch – 10 left / 10 right
  • 1H Front Squat – 10 left / 10 right
  • 1H Military Press – 10 left / 10 right

  Notes:

  • Breaks are allowed, but must remain within the time limit
  • Hand switches are only allowed at the designated transitions

  The test is considered failed if:

  • The kettlebell is dropped
  • The order is not followed
  • Repetitions are not completed or technically poor
  • The examiner terminates the test for safety reasons

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  Examination Procedure for In-Person Workshop

  • The current body weight will be measured before the exam begins
  • The kettlebell size will be assigned accordingly
  • The participant will receive an introduction to the procedure and order
  • The examiner counts all repetitions aloud and monitors technique & safety
  • In case of repeated standard violations or poor execution, the test will be terminated
  • A retest is only possible at the discretion of the workshop leader

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  Procedure for Video Examination (Online or Submission)

  Participants who take the test online or submit it later must document the entire examination via video.

  The following points must be clearly visible in the video:
  ❒ Weighing of body weight before starting
  ❒ The kettlebell used with visible weight
  ❒ The complete test execution – without cuts
  ❒ Camera setting: side perspective with visibility of all movement phases
  ❒ Good audio and video quality – no assessment possible with technical deficiencies

  The video must:

  • Show all exercises in correct order
  • Be submitted within 90 days after the workshop
  • Be uploaded on a non-public platform (e.g., YouTube “unlisted”)

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