SPECIALIST IN ADVANCED STRENGTH TRAINING
Our Advanced Strength Training is an important clinic that is important in many ways:
- It introduces the attendees to –
- Theory and Practice of Strength Training
- Correct techniques for executing, teaching and spotting Weight Training exercises and Plyometric drills with the support of about 600 exercise videos
- Principles of biomechanics as applied to these two exercise formats
Please see Learning Resources below for details.
- The knowledge will be delivered through –
- Online sessions – both pre-recorded and “live”
- Intensive, practical sessions in in-person gym environment.
- Free access (for limited time) to 750 exercise videos
Strength Training is not just weight training in isolation but supplemented with plyometrics.
It is the foundation of all physical fitness training – both health-related and skills- or sports-related.
CLINIC DATES & VENUE
DATES:
The REPS UAE has approved this blended clinic for 16 CPDs.
- Start date: April 11
- End date: May 03
The program comprises –
- ONLINE lectures on Zoom – 6 sessions
- IN-PERSON practice – 3 days – in the following venue/s:
Please see TIMELINE in the drop-down menu.
VENUE:
DUBAI
- MAX GYM – F26, IT Plaza, Dubai Silicon Oasis
- Location: https://share.google/Txp40Rie0qWCXMZPm
ABU DHABI (if we have at least 08 students)
- AnB GYM – Bin Bishr Tower (Subway building), 3rd floor, Khalifa Street
- Location:- https://maps.app.goo.gl/YwT6L9abTsHc98rX7
FEES
Fees:
- General: AED950 + 5% VAT
- GĀYO Students: AED850 + 5% VAT
- COMPLIMENTARY (free) for GĀYO students enrolled to the CURRENT batches in the following courses
- Personal Trainer
- Fitness Center Management
- Strength & Sports Conditioning
- Bodybuilding Coaching
Note:
- Fee must be paid in full before the start of the training workshop.
- Fee does not include meals / refreshments and / or accommodation.
- Fee includes –
- GĀYO FITNESS SPORT ACADEMY certificate
- REPS UAE CPDs – 16 if applicable
COURSE CREDENTIALS
This course is part of the syllabus of our personal trainer course which is approved by REPS UAE and is Level 4 European Standards – EREPS, Brussels.
REPS UAE has approved this clinic for 16 CPDs.
GĀYO courses:
This clinic leads to 16 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
LEARNING RESOURCES
Syllabus
SECTION I: Theory of Strength
- Definition, Types of Strength
- Strength Curve
- Compensatory Acceleration
- Weight Training – pros & cons
- Weight Training applications in Adults fitness
- Weight Training applications in Fitness for Special Populations
SECTION II:
Approaches to Training
- Principles of Weight Training
- Weider Principles
- Positions of Flexion and other training systems
SECTION III: Practical Training and Teaching
- Weight Training of –
- Abdominals and Core
- Chest
- Back
- Shoulders
- Legs
- Arms
- Neck & minor muscles
- Spotting and safety tips
- Plyometrics
Learning Resources
- eBOOKS
- Access to about 750 exercise videos
TIMELINE
ONLINE – vis Zoom / YouTube
(Pre-recorded and “live” sessions)
(In UAE time: – 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm)
ARABIC LANGUAGE SESSIONS MAY BE SEPARATE – ask for schedule.
- Dec 4 – Session 3: Leg and Abdominal muscle groups
- Dec 6 – Session 4: Chest and Shoulder muscle groups
- Dec 9 – Session 5: Back and Arms muscle groups
- Dec 11 – Session 6: Muscle Mechanics
OFFLINE (in-person)
Dec 7 & 14
[In UAE timings]
Date | ONLINE SESSIONS (01:00 pm to 02:30 pm) | Equipment |
April 09 | Theory and Practice of Strength |
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April 11 | o Weight Training Systems o Dr Fred Hatfield’s Strength Curve |
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April 14 | o Selected Exercises for Legs and Back o Breathing Techniques |
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April 16 | o Selected Exercises for Chest and Shoulders o Safety Techniques – AST |
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April 18 | o Selected Exercises for Abs and Arms o Spotting Techniques – AST |
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April 23 | o Selected Exercises for the Abs o Role of 2-Jointed Muscles in Weight Training |
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OFFLINE DELIVERY SCHEDULE |
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Time | Day 1 – April 19, 2026 | Equipment |
0900 – 0930 | REGISTRATION |
Weight Training Equipment |
0930 – 1130
| o Exercises for Legs o Muscle Mechanics o Safety and Teaching Cues | |
1130 – 1330 | o Exercises for Back o Muscle Mechanics o Safety and Teaching Cues | |
1330 – 1400 | Lunch | |
1400 – 1600 | o Exercises for Arms o Muscle Mechanics o Safety and Teaching Cues | |
1600 – 1700 | o Breathing Techniques | |
| Day 2 – April 26, 2026 | |
0900 – 1100 | o Exercises for Chest o Muscle Mechanics o Safety and Teaching Cues | |
1100 – 1300 | o Exercises for Shoulders o Muscle Mechanics o Safety and Teaching Cues | |
1300 – 1330 | Lunch | |
1330 – 1500 | o Exercises for Abdominals o Muscle Mechanics o Safety and Teaching Cues | |
1500 – 1630 | o Olympic Lifting | |
| Day 3 – May 03, 2026 | |
0900 – 0930 | o Objectives of understanding 2JMS | |
0930 – 1015 | o Role of 2JMs – benefits | |
1015 – 1100 | o 2JM at Knee Joint and relates exercises – extension | |
1100 – 1145 | o 2JM at Knee Joint and relates exercises – flexion | |
1145 – 1200 | Tea Break | |
1200 – 1245 | o Relationship: Gastrocnemius and Hamstring – Glute-Ham-Gastroc Raise | |
1245 – 1330 | o Relationship: Quadriceps and Hamstring – Ankle | |
1330 – 1400 | Lunch | |
1400 – 1445 | o Vertebral Column | |
1445 – 1530 | o Abdominal Suite | |
1530 – 1630 | o Review and Student Feed back | |
1630 – 1700 | o MCQs Student Assessment | |
CERTIFICATION
The following certificate will be awarded within 15 working days of the successful completion of the clinic and completion of full fee payment:
GĀYO FITNESS ACADEMY’s Certificate:
SPECIALIST IN ADVANCED STRENGTH TRAINING LEVEL 3
Note:
- REPS UAE has approved this clinic for 16 CPDs.
PRESENTER
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 –
- GĀYO 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
- GĀYO Fitness Academy Master Trainer certificated in –
- Advanced Strength Training
- Functional Strength Training
- Plyometrics
- ISSA Strength & Conditioning Coach
- Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (Level B)
CONTACT
Hena James +971 58 249 9750
Amara Al Ahmad +971 55 551 4839