Functional Strength Training

FST is a blended clinic.

Fitness and sports professionals will receive eight hours of intensive training in the application of Body-Resistance and Weight Training for the general improvement of physical performance in daily life as well as in sport.

Functional Strength Training (FST) is highly relevant for fitness trainers. It focuses on exercises that mimic daily life movements, improving coordination, balance, strength, and overall physical function. A fitness pro, incorporating FST into client programs, can –

Enhance client results: FT improves functional strength, mobility, and coordination, leading to better overall fitness.

  • Increase client engagement: FT exercises often involve multi-planar movements, making workouts more dynamic and engaging.
  • Reduce injury risk: FT prepares clients for everyday activities, reducing injury risk and improving overall movement patterns.
  • Expand training options: FT offers a wide range of exercises and progressions, allowing trainers to create varied and challenging programs.
  • Enhance trainer expertise: Understanding FT principles and exercises demonstrates a trainer’s commitment to ongoing education and professional development.
  • Improve client retention: FT programs can be tailored to individual needs and goals, increasing client satisfaction and loyalty.

Through Functional Strength Training, trainers can deliver more effective, engaging, and sustainable training programs, ultimately enhancing client outcomes and business success.

DATES:
  • ONLINE – via Zoom: April 16 & 18 (230 pm to 4.30 pm
  • OFFLINE: April 20 (9 am to 530 pm)
VENUE:

WORLD OF CHAMPIONS GYM

Al Zafarana Building, 25 Street, Abu Hail, Dubai. [Near Al Qiyadah Metro Station]

Fees:
  • General: AED650
  • GAYO Students: AED575

Note:

  1. Group discounts available.
  2. Fee instalment facility – via Tabby
  3. Fee must be paid in full by April 7
  4. Additional fee payable for CEUs / CPDs for REPS UAE / NSCA / ISSA / other certifications
  5. Fee does not include meals / refreshments and / or accommodation.
  • REPS UAE
    • CPDs – pending approval
  • ISSA
    • CEUs pending approval
  • NSCA
    • CEUs pending approval
  • GĀYO
    • This clinic leads to 06 CEUs for the renewal of the following certificates –
      • Certificate Course for Personal Fitness Trainers – CCPFT
      • Certificate Course for Pilates on Mat and / or Apparatus Teachers – CCPMA
      • Certificate Course in Strength & Sports Conditioning – CCSSC
      • Certificate Course for Bodybuilding Coaches – CCBBC
      • Certificate Course for Special Population Trainers – CCSPT

SYLLABUS

  • ONLINE
    • Theory of Functional Training
    • FST Objectives
    • Physiology of Functional Strength Training
    • Relevance of Functional Training
    • Gary Gray’s Theory of Chain Reaction Locomotion Chains
    • Non-Functional to Functional applications
    • FST process – from assessment to execution.
    • FST – role in strength & aerobic training.
    • FST Considerations
    • Designing FST Programs
    • Functional Continuum
  • OFFLINE
    • Warm-up
    • Developing Functional Strength – Core, Lower Body, Linear Speed
    • Functional Training techniques – body balance, body weight, using agility ladders, hurdles, stability balls, balance discs, kettle bells, slide boards, etc.
    • Functional Strength Training techniques – through weight training and use of kettlebells, etc.

LEARNING RESOURCES

  • eNOTES
  • Access to about 130 videos – complimentary access for only TWO months from and after the END date of the clinic; thereafter, the participant will pay AED300 as fee for one year’s subscription

The clinic will lead to the following outcomes for the participants.

  • Appreciation the role of Weight Training and Agility Drills in improvement of physical performance in daily life as also in sport.
  • Learning of skill-sets that will enable the development of –
    • Dynamic Balance
    • Stability
    • Mobility
    • Strength
    • Speed and Agility
  • Application of different types of FST specific to clients and their goals
  • Planning FST sessions for clients with injuries and Special Populations.

The clinic is designed for the following professionals who frequently face the risks of clients suffering from exercise and sports injuries

  • Personal Trainers
  • Pilates Teachers
  • Other fitness professionals
  • Physical Education teacher
  • S&C trainers / coaches
  • Sports coaches

It is essential that the attendees have a thorough grounding in exercise physiology, kinesiology and exercise sciences.  They are expected to hold a Level 3 or 4 personal training certification and / or a graduate or post-graduate degree as applicable.

[In UAE timings]

TIME

ONLINE ZOOM: April 16 2025

Equipment

1430 – 1630

o    Theory of Functional Training

o    FST Objectives

o    Physiology of Functional Strength Training

o    Relevance of Functional Training

o    Gary Gray’s Theory of Chain Reaction Locomotion Chains

o    Non-Functional to Functional applications

Via Zoom

 

ONLINE ZOOM: April 18 2025

 

1430 – 1630

o    FST process – from assessment to execution.

o    FST – role in strength & aerobic training.

o    FST Considerations

o    Designing FST Programs

o    Functional Continuum

Via Zoom

TIME

IN_PERSON / OFFLINE: April 20, 2025

 

0900 – 0930

REGISTRATION

 

0930 – 1030

Warm-Up

Body-weight

1030 – 1115

o    Functional Training techniques for dynamic balance, stability, linear and lateral speed and agility

Agility ladders, hurdles, stability balls, balance discs, slide boards, etc.

1115 – 1130

Tea Break

 

1130 – 1315

Continued

 

1315 – 1345

LIUNCH

 

1345 – 1600

Functional Strength Training techniques for dynamic balance, stability, and strength

Free weights – dumbbell, barbells, resistance bands, etc

1600 – 1700

Student Interaction & FAQs

 

Venue: WORLD OF CHAMPIONS GYM – Al Zafarana Building, 25 Street, Abu Hail, Dubai. [Near Al Qiyadah Metro Station]

Assessment

  • Theory Question Paper of 50 multiple-choice questions
  • Practical assessment

Certifications

The following certificate will be awarded by March 30, subject to –

  • Successful completion of the clinic
  • Completion of fee payment

GAYO FITNESS ACADEMY’s Certificate for –

Proficiency as Master Trainer of Functional Strength Training

Note:

  • The certificate is non-renewable
  • CEUs certificates issued by other education providers will be issued as per their respective rules and policies upon additional fee payable.

Aswandh TM

Ashwandh is an experienced Global Master Trainer with our Academy. He has presented Strength and Functional Strength Training programs in the UAE and across India. 

With 10 years of experience as Personal Trainer, S&C coach and Tutor, his specializations include –

  • Strength & Conditioning
  • Injury Rehabilitation
  • Athletic Performance
  • Body Transformation
  • Natural Bodybuilding

With a Master’s Degree in English and Literature, Aswandh’s professional qualifications include –

  • Gayo Fitness Academy – Univ of Mumbai Personal Trainer (EuropeActive EREPS Level 4)
  • Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in: Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in: Practitioner in Personal Training
  • Gayo Fitness Academy Master Trainer certificated in –
    • Advanced Strength Training
    • Functional Strength Training
    • Plyometrics
  • ISSA Strength & Conditioning Coach
  • Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (Level B)
  • UAE: Smrithi +971 58 249 9750
  • UAE: Samiha (Arabic) + 971 54 535 7641
  • Dubai: Prasanth P +971 55 255 7239
  • Abu Dhabi: Akram +971 56 585 2769
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