EKFA L1 Certification — Bangalore

L1 Kettlebell CKI L2 Kettlebell CKI Functional & Mobility W/S

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The Gold Standard in Kettlebell Education

Welcome to EKFA's flagship Kettlebell Certification — a gold-standard education program designed for strength & conditioning professionals, fitness coaches and enthusiasts who want to master kettlebell training with confidence, precision and purpose.

EKFA's certification has evolved continuously over the past 15 years. What began as an original certification program has been refined and upgraded through years of coaching experience, athlete training, workshops and feedback from thousands of fitness professionals. Each update is designed to sharpen coaching skills, improve training methodologies and help coaches achieve better results with their members.

With 550+ workshops delivered, EKFA's flagship certification has become a strong foundation for anyone who wants to understand kettlebell training beyond simply performing exercises.

Whether you lift weights, run, play sport, coach clients, or are working towards improving your fitness and body composition, EKFA's certification provides the knowledge and practical skills to use kettlebells effectively, safely and intelligently.

Learn the technique. Understand the science. Master the coaching. Train with purpose.

Gold Standard L1 Kettlebell Certification — in-person workshop in Bangalore.

L1 EKFA Kettlebell Certification — Syllabus

What you will learn & how it enhances your coaching skills

Kettlebell Training Fundamentals — Principles, benefits and applications for developing strength, conditioning, mobility and cardiovascular fitness.
Kettlebell Biomechanics & Technique — Understanding movement mechanics, body alignment, breathing and efficient kettlebell execution.
S&C Lifts — In-depth theory and practical coaching of: Swing, Clean, Press, Push Press, Snatch.
12 GPP Kettlebell Movements — Learn a comprehensive range of foundational, functional and advanced kettlebell exercises.
4 Core Movements — Enhance your core training, with movements like windmills and Turkish get-ups (TGU).
Coaching & Technical Checklists — Key technical points, common errors, corrections and coaching drills for each major lift.
Member & Trainer Drills — Practical drills to develop movement quality, technique, coordination and confidence.
Programming & Exercise Prescription — Learn how to structure effective kettlebell programs based on training goals, fitness levels and individual requirements.
Cardiovascular Conditioning — Understand workload, intensity, repetitions and basic training calculations for developing cardiovascular fitness.
Introduction to Kettlebell Sport — Understand the fundamentals, lifts, training approach and endurance-based nature of competitive kettlebell sport.
Practical Coaching Application — Learn how to teach, demonstrate, assess and correct kettlebell movements effectively.
Complete Programming Application — Apply the movements learned to create structured workouts for different training objectives.
Theory Examination — 25-question assessment covering key concepts taught during the certification.
Practical Assessment — Demonstrate correct and safe execution of the prescribed kettlebell lifts.

CKI L1 Kettlebell Certification Requirements

CKI L1 is a rigorous and highly demanding certification designed to meet a high standard of kettlebell coaching excellence.

Our CKI Instructors are expected to demonstrate strong technical understanding, precise movement execution, effective coaching ability and practical application.

This is not a certification to be taken lightly. Expect to be challenged, tested and pushed beyond your comfort zone.

Your preparation matters. Train your technique, understand the theory and come prepared to demonstrate what you have learned.

Take your preparation seriously. Rise to the challenge. Earn the CKI L1 standard.

Skills for L1 Exam

To be completed in the given sequence · Men – 16kg, Women – 8kg

Swings: 120 (two-arm swing — not allowed)
30 Snatch left, 30 Snatch right
5 TGU (Turkish Get-Up) left, 5 TGU right
1 minute break in between each exercise

The Attempt Will Be Disqualified When

The candidate fails to fixate the kettlebell in the overhead (OH) position.
The candidate/student makes contact with the kettlebell or the working arm using the non-working arm, except during a hand switch.
The candidate/student has let go of the kettlebell before it has touched the ground (dropped it rather than set it down).

Chalk is allowed; hand tape and gloves are not allowed. Wrist wraps are allowed. The exam can be done barefoot.

Other Requirements (Important)

Exhibit safe and efficient technique in the foundation skills.
Complete the test within 3 months of the date of attending the course.
Conduct yourself like a professional kettlebell trainer.
If you cross the 3-month barrier due to a medical problem, please submit a medical certificate.
Candidates who choose to take the certification examination more than 3 months after completing the course will be required to pay an additional examination and certification fee of ₹2,000 / $20.

Video Submission (Mandatory)

Upload your exam video on YouTube and send the video link to info.ekfakettlebells@gmail.com and parag.ekfa@gmail.com.

Is the L1 CKI Certification Right for You?

Are you a fitness enthusiast wondering if a professional certification is really necessary? Absolutely. While the L1 CKI is designed primarily from a coaching perspective, its depth of technical knowledge makes it valuable for anyone who wants to understand kettlebell training beyond simply following exercises.

If You're a Coach

L1 CKI is designed to give coaches the technical understanding, coaching skills and programming knowledge required to teach kettlebell training effectively. It has become a preferred certification for coaches looking to add kettlebell training to their professional toolkit.

If You're a Fitness Enthusiast

You don't need to be a coach to benefit from L1 CKI. In fact, we regularly have fitness enthusiasts join our programs. Several of them have gone on to become part-time instructors and build successful side careers in fitness, using the knowledge and practical coaching skills developed through EKFA.

If You Want to Build a Career with EKFA

Your journey doesn't necessarily have to end with certification. Some of our Master Trainers come from corporate and non-fitness backgrounds and have successfully developed their coaching careers. As EKFA continues to build one of the World's largest Kettlebell communities, dedicated and capable coaches have opportunities to grow within the EKFA ecosystem and potentially progress towards becoming an EKFA Master Trainer.

If You're a Strength & Conditioning Coach or Weightlifter

Go beyond the exercises and understand the science behind kettlebell training. The L1 CKI introduces key concepts such as VO₂ Max, energy systems, training intensity, lactate management and lactate threshold, alongside practical technique and programming. This deeper understanding can help experienced coaches make better training decisions and become more effective practitioners.

If You're a Busy Professional or Business Owner

Kettlebells are remarkably practical. They require minimal space, can be carried almost anywhere and can be used to build strength, conditioning and endurance with relatively simple programming. Many busy professionals use the structured programs provided by EKFA to train consistently — even while travelling. The approach is simple, practical and results-oriented.

The Bottom Line

Whether you are a professional coach, strength & conditioning specialist, athlete, fitness enthusiast or busy professional, L1 CKI can give you more than a collection of kettlebell exercises. It teaches you how to understand the movement, coach the technique, apply the science and build effective training programs.

If you want to do more than just lift a kettlebell — L1 CKI is for you.

Schedule

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Bangalore Details

Lead Instructor: Vishwas Jamadagni, Lead Master Trainer
Schedule: 10:30am-5pm, Saturday · 9:30am-5pm, Sunday
Contact: This certification is organized and licensed by EKFA Karnataka – BLR. All registration and other questions: please email info.ekfakettlebells@gmail.com, vishwas.jamadagni@gmail.com.
WhatsApp/Call: 9272194233, 9881130889