Certification?

[chris hansen]

Hello,

I'm interested in cst certification and am looking for advice to prepare for it. I don't feel like I'll be ready this year but I'd like to plan for 2009.

Are there guidlines or recommendations you can suggest? I'd like to make sure I have a good understanding of all the required material and also that I have whatever rmax products I'll need to get all the required information.

I assume both 1 and 2 hand Clubbells exercises will be covered? I have a pair of 15 lb Clubbells but am thinking of getting a 35 pounder so I can really work some of the two hand drills.

I see that there's a written exam. I understand the that it's different every time but can someone give a hint as to the type of questions that might be included?

It's kind of a big decision for me and I'd like to be as prepared as possible.

Thanks.

[Adam Steer]

Hi Chris,

You want to concentrate on the Prasara Golden Three (FlowFit, Forward Pressure and Be Breathed) and the Intu-Flow Beginner program. Know them inside and out. You'll also need a rock solid grasp of the basic Clubbell exercises such as Rock-Its, Swings and Pendulums. You'll also be working with a new breed of Clubbell exercises in the CST-sique vein.

As to the written exam... Know your Big Book and your Prasara Book. Pay close attention during the weekend. Work with the material in depth before the course. And you'll be golden.

I'm working with a couple people online right now, prepping them for their first certification. If you are interested in that sort of thing drop me a line at adamsteer@cstcoach.com.

Cheers,
Adam

[chris hansen]

Thanks for the quick reply.

You also made me think of more questions.

How important are the series "A" flows form the Prasara instructional video? I just started working on them.

Should I assume the other levels of Intu-Flow® will also be covered?

I see 4x7 talked about a lot but I don't have a copy of the dvd yet, would it be wise to invest in one?

My plan was to go through the big book and become familiar with all the exercises, is that more work than is needed? I might anyway though just for fun.


Hi Chris,

You want to concentrate on the Prasara Golden Three (Flowfit®®, Forward Pressure and Be Breathed) and the Intu-Flow® Beginner program. Know them inside and out. You'll also need a rock solid grasp of the basic Clubbell®® exercises such as Rock-Its, Swings and Pendulums. You'll also be working with a new breed of Clubbell®® exercises in the CST-sique vein.

As to the written exam... Know your Big Book and your Prasara Book. Pay close attention during the weekend. Work with the material in depth before the course. And you'll be golden.

I'm working with a couple people online right now, prepping them for their first certification. If you are interested in that sort of thing drop me a line at adamsteer@cstcoach.com.

Cheers,
Adam

[Adam Steer]

Hi Chris,

The A-Series flows will be important down the road, but for your first certification the most imporant thing is a deep practice and understanding of the Golden Three. Go narrow and deep rather than broad and shallow.

Same with the Intu-Flow. Know the beginner level in great depth, but if you feel comfortable let your practice progress to the appropriate level.

And again with the Clubbells, go deep rather than wide. All the exercises are important, but deeply understanding and practicing the foundational movements will make all the rest a walk in the park. Don't chase after all the exercises in the Big Book. You don't have to limit yourself, but go deep before going wide.

4x7 is awesome for your personal practice and for understanding how to put the system together into an integrated program. It is not "compulsory" for the IC, but certainly will give you a leg up in your overall understanding of the system.

Hope that helps.

Cheers,
Adam

[shadow]

it helps me

;)

[Adam Steer]

Damien,

You don't need any help. If you keep working the way you are, you are going to kick a** in Singapore. :D

Cheers,
Adam

[pink.pixie]

Hi, are the coaches certified one time forever or do they have to take continuous re-evaluations (i.e. after a couple of years) or are there different steps in the certification process that they are required to pass?

thanks
pixie

[Adam Steer]

There are different levels of certification that are attainable. But you can choose to stay at the basic level and attend an update periodically to keep that certification valid.

[pink.pixie]

aha, not that I plan to do so myself, I was only curious what applies. Sounds good.

[shadow]

Apart from the namesake... how does individual wing certification differ from instructor certification?

What about someone who is certified in all three wings?

And how does wing certification lend itself towards other levels of certification (i.e. "Coach" level?)

[Adam Steer]

Damien,

We have just recently finished the process of fine-tuning a refined certification structure. You should see more about that in the very near future.

Cheers,
Adam

[chris hansen]

Hi Chris,

You want to concentrate on the Prasara Golden Three (Flowfit®®, Forward Pressure and Be Breathed) and the Intu-Flow® Beginner program. Know them inside and out. You'll also need a rock solid grasp of the basic Clubbell®® exercises such as Rock-Its, Swings and Pendulums. You'll also be working with a new breed of Clubbell®® exercises in the CST-sique vein.

As to the written exam... Know your Big Book and your Prasara Book. Pay close attention during the weekend. Work with the material in depth before the course. And you'll be golden.

I'm working with a couple people online right now, prepping them for their first certification. If you are interested in that sort of thing drop me a line at adamsteer@cstcoach.com.

Cheers,
Adam
Thanks for the info.

I have another question, hope you don't mind.

I was looking here: http://www.rmaxinternational.com/home/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=140&Itemid=173

The requirements listed there sound quite challenging.

Can you explain the different levels of certification and what the responsibilities/restrictions are?

My goal is to become a cst certified fitness trainer and my dream is to help people improve their fitness, health and quality of life. Do you have any specific recommendations for this?

Thanks.

[Adam Steer]

Hi Chris,

See what I answered in relation to Damien's question. Keep your eyes peeled.

Cheers,
Adam

[chris hansen]

Hi Chris,

See what I answered in relation to Damien's question. Keep your eyes peeled.

Cheers,
Adam
Oops, sorry. Guess I didn't read carefully enough.