The Functional Tools Coach (FTC) 2-Day Program, developed by the Functional Training Institute (FTI), is an intensive, hands-on course designed to empower fitness professionals with the knowledge and skills to effectively apply functional training tools. This accredited program provides a comprehensive understanding of functional movement, programming, and exercise techniques using equipment such as kettlebells, power bags, suspension trainers, and battling ropes.
Across two days, participants engage in both theoretical and practical sessions focused on developing safe, effective, and adaptable functional training methods. The course emphasizes biomechanics, proper movement patterns, and exercise progressions that can enhance athletic performance and overall physical capability. Participants complete a theory assessment and a practical evaluation, with additional learning resources and reassessment options available online.
By the end of the course, attendees are equipped to design and deliver innovative, evidence-based functional training sessions for clients of all levels, strengthening their expertise and professional credentials as functional training coaches.
Onsite at Mudarrib Company
Approximately 16 Teaching Hours
The Functional Tools Coach (FTC) 2-Day Program is a comprehensive, accredited workshop created by the Functional Training Institute (FTI) to educate and empower fitness professionals in the principles and practical application of functional training. This course combines science-based instruction with immersive, hands-on experience to develop the technical proficiency, coaching skills, and programming strategies necessary to deliver effective and engaging functional fitness sessions.
Throughout the two-day program, participants explore the foundations of functional movement and learn to apply a wide range of specialized training tools, including kettlebells, power bags, battling ropes, and suspension trainers. Each module focuses on the biomechanics of movement, exercise progressions and regressions, and safe coaching techniques to ensure optimal results for diverse populations—from general fitness clients to athletes.
The course includes both theoretical and practical components:
* **Theoretical Learning:** Covers the science of human movement, energy systems, and the rationale behind functional training methods. Participants are tested through a structured theory exam. * **Practical Application:** Focuses on correct exercise execution, movement assessment, cueing, and client coaching. Students perform and teach key functional exercises, applying the principles of stability, mobility, and strength integration. * **Assessment:** Participants complete theory and practical evaluations, with a reassessment process available for those who need to demonstrate further proficiency. * **Learning Resources:** Supplementary online materials, including instructional videos, articles, infographics, and suggested readings, support continued education and mastery beyond the course.
By the end of the FTC 2-Day Program, graduates are equipped with the confidence and capability to design progressive, evidence-based functional training programs. They gain a deeper understanding of how to apply functional tools safely and effectively to enhance movement efficiency, athletic performance, and overall physical conditioning. The program also serves as a stepping stone toward becoming a Master Functional Trainer within the FTI education system, advancing participants’ professional standing and coaching expertise.
Upon successful completion of the Functional Tools Coach (FTC) 2-Day Program, participants will be able to:
1. Understand Functional Training Principles: Demonstrate a clear understanding of the science and philosophy behind functional training, including biomechanics, movement efficiency, and integrated performance.
2. Apply Knowledge of Functional Tools: Safely and effectively utilize tools such as kettlebells, battling ropes, suspension trainers, and power bags to improve strength, stability, mobility, and endurance.
3. Design Functional Training Programs: Create progressive, evidence-based training programs tailored to clients’ goals, abilities, and movement capabilities.
4. Coach and Cue with Confidence: Apply effective communication and cueing techniques to ensure correct exercise execution and enhance client performance.
5. Assess and Progress Clients Safely: Evaluate movement quality and readiness, identify limitations, and prescribe appropriate progressions or regressions for each exercise.
6. Enhance Core and Movement Integration: Develop strategies to engage and strengthen the core through dynamic, full-body movements that mimic real-life activities.
7 Promote Safe Training Practices: Understand and apply safety protocols, warm-up methods, and injury prevention strategies when using functional tools.
8. Demonstrate Professional Competence: Complete both theoretical and practical assessments to validate technical knowledge, instructional ability, and overall proficiency as a Functional Tools Coach.
9. Continue Professional Development: Access ongoing learning resources through the Functional Training Institute to deepen expertise and progress toward becoming a Master Functional Trainer.
Through these outcomes, graduates are prepared to deliver high-quality, functional training sessions that empower clients, improve performance, and build lasting movement resilience.
It is an intensive two-day workshop offered by the Functional Training Institute (FTI), designed to educate coaches on how to effectively use various functional training tools such as battling ropes, suspension trainers, kettlebells, and powerbags.
The program aims to empower coaches to design and deliver safe, effective, and movement-based training programs using functional tools that enhance strength, stability, and mobility.
The course is intended for personal trainers, fitness professionals, rehabilitation specialists, and anyone interested in developing practical and theoretical skills in functional training.
No formal prerequisites are required, but participants should have a basic understanding of exercise and human movement.
The program runs over two consecutive days, combining theory sessions with intensive hands-on practical training.
The course covers four key functional training tools:
Battling Ropes
Suspension Trainers
Kettlebells
Powerbags
Yes. The Functional Training Institute (FTI) is an internationally recognized education provider in the field of functional training.
Yes. Over half of the program consists of practical application, ensuring participants can confidently demonstrate and teach each exercise.
The ability to design complete functional training programs
Mastery of multiple functional training tools
Understanding of movement mechanics and exercise safety
Improved coaching, cueing, and client assessment skills
Program overview, goals, and expected outcomes
Introduction to the philosophy of functional training and tool-based coaching
Safety procedures and pre-exercise screening
Battling ropes module
Understanding the benefits of rope training
Correct setup and anchor points
Fundamental rope movements and progressions
Common mistakes and safe training practices
Practical drills and cueing for power, endurance, and coordination
Suspension training (ST) fundamentals
The science of bodyweight leverage and anchor positioning
Movement planes and progression levels
Key ST exercises: squats, lunges, push, pull, and core variations
Proper body alignment and neutral spine maintenance
Cueing and spotting techniques
Kettlebell training principles
History and purpose of kettlebell training
Components of a kettlebell and handling technique
Fundamental exercises: swing, clean, press, squat
Correct breathing mechanics and neutral spine control
Progressions for different levels of clients
Common errors and injury prevention
Powerbag training
Benefits of using powerbags for strength and power
Proper lifting and carrying techniques
Powerbag squat, lunge, clean, and press variations
Integrating powerbag work into circuit training
Coaching cues and spotting strategies
Programming and integration
How to combine functional tools for total-body training
Structuring sessions for beginners to advanced clients
Movement pattern balance and core engagement
Volume and load considerations
Designing small-group sessions and circuits
