Certification Course: CST EPSILON CLASS

[NikolayTravkin]

CST Epsilon Cadre Certification Seminar is scheduled for July 16-18, 2004 in Philadelphia, PA.

For details please visit http://www.circularstrengthtraining.com/clubbellcert.html

Register before April 20, 2004, and save $500!

The Ultimate Gift of Health, Fitness and Longevity for yourself or your loved ones!

[JasonE]

Sweet! I might be able to make it to this one! :!: :!:

[Nonomori]

According to the Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary (http://www.m-w.com/), a cadre (http://www.m-w.com/cgi-bin/dictionary?book=Dictionary&va=cadre) is "a nucleus or core group especially of trained personnel able to assume control and to train others", or "a cell of indoctrinated leaders active in promoting the interests of a revolutionary party". A class (http://www.m-w.com/cgi-bin/dictionary?book=Dictionary&va=class) is "a body of students meeting regularly to study the same subject".

What are we to make of the name change, I wonder?

Are we to assume that the number of individuals trained in CST is becoming too large to constitute a "nucleus"?

Or has CST been around long enough that it can no longer be considered revolutionary?

Hmm.

Or could it be that all those people who keep telling me I over-analyze things are right?

[cbeltrante]

Sounds good, right in my own backyard. I'll be attending this one. Looking forward to see everybody there. :D

[admin]

The CST Delta was the third time I have had the privilage of training with Coaches Sonnon, Szolek, Chomycia, and Jones. The quality and level of expertise they embody has only continued to increase. After the first day at Delta, there was not a single person in the seminar who felt that if it had ended right then, they would already have gotten more than their money's worth.

Do not be fooled into thinking that these seminars are just a weekend's workout (and a butt-kicking one to boot!). The knowledge and insight into physical culture they impart are life-changing. CST is peerless among fitness modalities and I suspect it won't be long before a whole lot more people are rushing to enroll in these seminars. Go now so you won't kick yourself later for waiting. :!: :)

-Michael Gannon, CST

[cbeltrante]

I'm definitely interested in taking the seminar, my question is a financial one. If I were to put a deposit of 397.00 down before April 20th, do i have to pay the other 500.00 by April 20th to get the early bird price of only 897.00 or can I pay the rest of the 500.00 sometime in May???

Thanks!!!!

[JClayton]

I have the same question about early registration.

Thanks,

[circular]

You may submit the balance of your tuition fee anytime before the event. The reservation fee guarantees you the early bird discount.

[pton]

In regards to registering for the upcoming certification, upon registering or putting down the deposit are we then entitiled to discounts on equipment and books as noted on the certification page? Or do the discounts come after we have completed the course?

Kim Yancey

[circular]

Kim,
Upon completing your registration, the discount applies (reservation deposits do not apply.) We look forward to meeting you at Epsilon!

[JasonE]

Hi Coach!

I got the confirmation e-mail on the seminar, now I just need some clarification to make sure I'm understanding everything:

1. For the GPP exam statement, does it matter what weight of Clubbells I use to do the 3 x 12 of each basic exercise? We need 15#s for the seminar, but do we have to use them for the GPP exam, or can I use my 10# Clubbells to make sure I have "perfect form"?

2. When doing the GPP exam, are there any requirements for rest times or overall length of exam, or is it just that we've done 3 x 12s of each exercise with perfect form "at some time" in our training?

3. I understand that Body-Flow is a big part of the CST weekends. I have read the Body-Flow book cover to cover and have played with the movements a bit, and have also been playing with the GTB tapes a bit. How do you recommend that I view working with Body-Flow as a priority compared to mastering Clubbell mechanics and overall CST theory?

4. How do you recommend that I view working with Be Breathed as a priority compared to Body-Flow and mastering Clubbell mechanics and overall CST theory?

Thanks for your time, I look forward to your response!

[Scott Sonnon]

1. Make certain your form remains with the 15s. When in doubt, over-prepare.
2. Perform the exam in completion sometime before the seminar.
3. Body-Flow is the CST core doctrine. Understand it.
4. Be Breathed is an example of how to program a Biomechanical Exercise into training.

[Nonomori]

I too received my confirmation e-mail, and I too found myself desirous of clarification. First, the "3 sets of 12 repetitions of each CST basic exercise with perfect form" requirement puzzles me...

1. I don't believe Jason's question about permissible rest intervals between sets was answered, and I was (and still am) wondering about that too.

2. Am I correct in assuming that by "each CST basic exercise" you refer to Swipes and Mills? Or are there additional exercises we need to perfect? (And of course, the "perfect form" requirement concerns me because if I were confident that I understood exactly what perfect form was, I don't suppose I would need to go to the seminar in the first place. Pre-perfection seems a bit much to ask...)

3. If the "basic" exercises are Swipes and Mills, then I'm having difficulty reconciling the GPP examination requirements specified in the e-mail with the GPP examination requirements specified at the website. For my bodyweight, the website specifies one set of 11 Mills (each hand) and one set of 30 Swipes. As you say, "when in doubt, over-prepare", and I certainly intend and hope to meet both sets of requirements. But I would like to understand why the e-mail requirements for Mills are so much higher than the website requirements, while the website requirements for Swipes are so much higher than the e-mail requirements. I worry that I might be misunderstanding something.

4. For the seminar, I understand that I should bring my 15# Clubbells. However, is it advisable/permissible for me to also bring 5# and 10# Clubbells for use during the seminar in order to reduce my risk of injury and...well...collapse?

If you haven't figured it out already, as a student I am anal enough to be a big pain in the [insert appropriate anatomical region].

[Scott Sonnon]

I too received my confirmation e-mail, and I too found myself desirous of clarification. First, the "3 sets of 12 repetitions of each CST basic exercise with perfect form" requirement puzzles me... Perhaps, once you do understand, you could offer suggestions on clarity which would help prevent future participants from misunderstanding. TIA.

1. I don't believe Jason's question about permissible rest intervals between sets was answered, and I was (and still am) wondering about that too. To the best of your ability, maintaining proper form (to the best of your knowledge), perform each of the basic exercises (outlined in the CST book and video, not including the "Combination Routines") for 3 sets of 12. Spread the performance out as widely as you wish, but it is required that you have at least this minimum exposure to each exercise.

2. Am I correct in assuming that by "each CST basic exercise" you refer to Swipes and Mills? Or are there additional exercises we need to perfect? (And of course, the "perfect form" requirement concerns me because if I were confident that I understood exactly what perfect form was, I don't suppose I would need to go to the seminar in the first place. Pre-perfection seems a bit much to ask...) Swipes and Mills are not basic exercises. They are Combination Routines: the Swipe is a Basic Swing plus an Armpit Cast; and the Mill is a Shield Cast plus an Inward Pendulum. Form = not some objective ideal, but rather a subjective rating of technique. In future, I'll have RMAX remove the term "perfect" so as to not be confusing. Thanks for pointing it out. I'll have RMAX restate it to an RT of 5 or higher - "adequate" form.

3. If the "basic" exercises are Swipes and Mills, then I'm having difficulty reconciling the GPP examination requirements specified in the e-mail with the GPP examination requirements specified at the website. For my bodyweight, the website specifies one set of 11 Mills (each hand) and one set of 30 Swipes. As you say, "when in doubt, over-prepare", and I certainly intend and hope to meet both sets of requirements. But I would like to understand why the e-mail requirements for Mills are so much higher than the website requirements, while the website requirements for Swipes are so much higher than the e-mail requirements. I worry that I might be misunderstanding something. My above answer should preclude this question. However, there are two self administered exams: a GPP or "work capacity" exam to hopefully ensure that the participants have the capacity to endure the seminar; a "skill" or practice exam to ensure that participants have at least explored each of the basic CST exercises.

4. For the seminar, I understand that I should bring my 15# Clubbells®. However, is it advisable/permissible for me to also bring 5# and 10# Clubbells® for use during the seminar in order to reduce my risk of injury and...well...collapse? Please do bring your other Clubbell weights. Most people do. We should make this another suggestion included in the RMAX email guidance. Good question.

If you haven't figured it out already, as a student I am anal enough to be a big pain in the [insert appropriate anatomical region]. If you're a stickler for detail and clarity, then you'll make a quality CST Instructor. Thanks for insisting on understanding rather than arriving with confusion. Shows moxy!

I'll work with RMAX to resolve these confusing issues. Thanks again.

[cbeltrante]

I was just wondering, does the discount only apply the weekend of the seminar or does it also still apply for us after the seminar is over?? If it's only during the seminar, do we have to let you know ahead of time what equipment, books or videos that we are interested in purchasing so that you can have the items with you? I'm definitely interested in getting a couple of set of clubbells to train future clients with. But it would be more financially feasible if I didn't have to purchase them all at once and still able to get the 15% discount. Thanks.

[NikolayTravkin]

Christopher,

The 15% discount does apply after the seminar for certified CST instructors.
If you still would like to purchase clubbells at the seminar, please let us know ahead of time.
Please note: the discount does not apply to shipping charges.

Upon completing your registration, the discount applies (reservation deposits do not apply.) If you would like to purchase products before the seminar please call us at 678-393-0142 to place an order and to receive the discount.



Nikolay Travkin

[cbeltrante]

Nikolay,

Thank you for your timely response and answer to my question. I'm looking forward to July!!!! :P