Fitness Kickboxing Instructor - Level 1
Are you ready to turn your passion for fitness and kickboxing into a rewarding career? In the FKCI Fitness Kickboxing Instructor - Level 1 course, you learn real Boxing/Kickboxing punch and kick techniques as well as actual combinations designed by a Certified Competitive Boxing/Kickboxing Coach and CPTN Certified Personal Trainer. From the warm-up, hand wrapping, stance, footwork, boxing & kickboxing drills and combinations utilizing focus pads and partner training, abs routine and cool down stretches you will gain the essential skills and knowledge needed to launch your journey as a certified kickboxing instructor. By the end of this course, you will be equipped to lead engaging fitness classes, inspire others, and start earning an income doing what you love.
This comprehensive online program, designed for the ultimate in authenticity and fitness ensuring a safe and efficient class or personal training session, includes a series of instructional videos and downloadable handouts that cover topics ranging from kickboxing techniques to class management strategies. You will have access to valuable resources that will enhance your learning experience and provide you with practical tools to succeed in the fitness industry.
The course materials highlight and discuss the key aspects of Fitness Kickboxing: History, Stance, Hand Position, Punches, Kicks, Pad work and sample class formats.
Candidates study the course materials at their own pace and have access to two tutoring sessions with an assigned instructor. Candidates must complete the tutoring sessions within 30 days of the course registration date.
There are six quizzes with a total of 40 multiple-choice questions included with the course fee. Upon completion of the course materials and quizzes, candidates have up to one month (30 days) from the date of course registration to complete an at-home program design assignment and a practical assessment.
CECs: CPTN-8, can be petitioned via other organizations for credits
Course Materials
Upon registering for the course, registrants receive access to the course materials immediately.
Topics Covered
- Introduction to the Program
- History of Kickboxing
- Goal Setting and Recognition
- Instructor Certification Courses
- Benefits for Club Owners, Instructors & Trainers
- Fitness Benefits for the Participant
- Guidelines for Equipment Selection
- Guidelines for Hand Wrapping
- Techniques for Stance, Punches, Kicks and Pad Holding
- Guidelines and Samples for Classes
Planning for Fitness Kickboxing Instructor Level 1 Certification
Upon completion of the course materials, tutoring sessions, and in-course quizzes, candidates seeking the distinction of FKCI Fitness Kickboxing Instructor Level 1 must complete and submit the at-home Program Design Assignment and complete a practical assessment that shows instruction in a small group fitness kickboxing class setting for a minimum of 20 minutes within 30 days of the course registration date. A passing grade of 80% or higher and proof of valid first aid and CPR is required to receive the certificate of distinction.
Join us for this exciting opportunity to transform your passion into a profession.
Enroll today. Take the first step to a career as a FKCI Fitness Kickboxing Instructor - Level 1!
20 Lessons
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Introduction to Kickboxing
Introduction to the Program
Introduction to the program
History of Kickboxing
Kickboxing background information
Goal Setting and Recognition
Supporting class participants
Benefits for Club Owners and Trainers
Benefit of program to club owners and trainers
Benefits to Participants
How participants benefit from the program
Guidelines for Equipment Selection
How to select equipment
Quiz #1
Benefits and Equipment quiz
Kickboxing Techniques
Basic Stance and Footwork
Learn the basic hand position and stance
Punching Techniques: Jab, Cross, Hook, Uppercut
Introduction to the basic punches
Kicking Techniques: Front Kick, Roundhouse, Knee Strike
How to execute the basic kicks
Pad Holding: Hand Position and Stance
Proper hand and stance positions for using pads
Quiz #2
Quiz questions on kickboxing techniques
Tutoring Session #1
Assessment of your punch, kick and pad holding skills
Creating a Kickboxing Class
Guidelines and Sample Class
Class guidelines and sample class
Guidelines and Sample Personal Training Session
Guidelines for a personal training session
Heavy Bag and Free-standing Bag Training Combinations
Sample bag work combinations
Abs, Back & Upper Body Floor-Work Exercises
Strength exercises to enhance training
Tutoring Session #2
Clarify any questions about the course material with a live tutor
Certification and Continuing Education
Certification Process
The Practical Assessment