Testimonials
RAF Shawbury
We heard about Kettlebell training through a contact of ours. The word was that it was an old-fashioned training medium using a heavy metal ball with a handle on it! Never ones to be inquisitive..... we did some research and, through Juice Performance, were given the contact details for the only Kettlebell training provider in the UK, ADPF.
The contacts at both Juice and ADPF were excellent and set up a three day package of in-house Kettlebell training specifically geared towards the Military. As a Physical Education Flight at a busy training Unit we wanted to have some new and interesting techniques to use in lessons and with our personnel that would bring something different to their sessions. The first days training took us through the techniques of using a Kettlebell. Unlike the majority of weight training, Kettlebell introduced a totally new dimension as the techniques are all based around movement and ballistic training. This brings in a vast number of muscle groups whilst also incorporating a brilliant combination of strength training, cardiovascular fitness and flexibility all in one session. The day was great fun with Rob Partridge providing us with clear technique instruction, a quality workout and a lot of laughs along the way.
Our assessment was held a number of weeks later to enable us to have the time to practise the technique and critique one another's form. A sunny day in Jun 09 gave us the added bonus of being able to take the Kettlebells outside and enjoy a day in the sun. The assessment covered all aspects of the course and also gave us the opportunity to assess one another to ensure that we could spot any technique problems in future classes or one on one sessions. Angie Dowds and Rob combined for the day and I think the whole of the PEd Flt can honestly say that we all thoroughly enjoyed the day. We finished the day filthy dirty, covered in sun tan cream mixed with grass and mud and, having taken on every challenge Angie and Rob could throw at us, happily exhausted.
Kettlebell training is not for the feint-hearted. It is hard work and there is no opportunity to let your form slip and coast for a while in the corner. It is however, a brilliant training medium and can have a myriad of uses with a massive range of clients. We are quite sure that personnel at RAF Shawbury will benefit from the introduction of Kettlebell training to their programme. We would recommend Kettlebell and ADPF to anyone. A simple but effective training medium and a company who have the core ethos of training at their heart and portray this in every element of their course. Brilliant!
The Physical Education Flight
RAF Shawbury
Sean Purchase
Angie and Rob's ADPF Kettlebell certification is simply one of the best courses I have attended in a long, long time. The passion they both have for kettlebells is unbelievable and intensely inspiring. Having not even picked up a bell prior to the foundation course, I soon found myself addicted and the reason is simple: IT WORKS! As a personal trainer of six years I have been on many courses and listened to numerous lecturers and trainers telling me that their way is the best and only way to train! Angie and Rob on the other hand let the bells speak for themselves! It is my belief that every fitness advisor and especially personal trainer, should seriously consider kettlebell training for their clients as it is an amazing tool for combining strength, endurance, speed, agility, and power with unparalleled functionality. Take your training to the next level and pick up a bell!
Thanks again Angie and Rob, and see you on the master's course!
Sean Purchase
Carl Ellis
Before meeting Angie and starting the kettlebell course I felt apprehensive and anxious, I had never used a kettlebell and was unaware of the benefits of training with them, I had also never met Angie before but had seen a lot of her on TV, so I knew she expected the best from me, and that's what she got, not only from me but the entire group. Angie has a gift of getting the best from people, not only in what she says but with the passion that it is said with, she is simply the most motivating woman I know. She delivers this course with a standard second to none and will only accept perfection. I now incorporate bells in all my sessions as well as my own training sessions and will continue to aspire to Angie's level with this unique training tool.
Carl Ellis
Craig Lowe
Having already completed Angie and Rob's foundation and Instructor courses, which are a must for anyone serious about either taking up kettlebells or wanting to teach kettlebells, I was wondering if the Advanced course could live up to the high standards set by the Instructors course. Well it didn't take long to find out, after one of Angie's 'gentle' warm ups, we were straight into Turkish Get Ups and from that point I knew it was going to be a tough weekend. With Angie and Rob's brilliant ability to change and fix any problems you had with the greatest of ease, everyone was perfecting every exercise almost as quickly as we were feeling the effects of them. As we moved on through to windmills, hang snatches, bent presses (ouch) figure of eights, see-saws and more! It was astonishing how quickly with top top instruction myself and the rest of group picked up each exercise.
Having been on Pavel Tsatsouline's RKC course, I can safely say this is as high a standard of teaching as that, and may even be a better course as lesser numbers means more personalised instruction. If you are serious at all about kettlebell training, this is the course to do and these are definitely the people to learn from.
Craig Lowe
ADPF Advanced Instructor
RKC Instructor
Ben Beckwith
I have known Angie for a long time now and have been able to see first hand how passionate she is about kettlebells and more importantly how to use them properly while aiming for the best results. With Rob, who has also helped me a great deal, they make a great team and provide excellent tuition on their courses. I also know how much time and effort they have spent in bringing their courses to life and now the results are showing.
In addition, they are not afraid to fail people that are not up to scratch, which is rare as some companies could be accused of focusing on the money side and letting the quality slip. This ensures only the best trainers qualify which is an essential aspect of training gym members in kettlebells.
The elements that stand out are how much time and care they take ensuring that everyone has the correct technique and if somebody is finding something difficult, they will spend as much time as is needed to ensure you get it. In addition, they will take time out of their day aside from the course to work with you so that if extra work is needed on certain drills, you will eventually be able to do it perfectly.
As a long distance runner, learning and training with kettlebells has helped me greatly and from a more personal point of view, having certain physical difficulties and weaknesses, they have definitely helped me gain some strength, co-ordination and flexibilty which to me is one of the most beneficial things I can get out of training.
Personally speaking I would not even contemplate doing a course run by any competitors in this country and from seeing other trainers from such courses, those that have been qualified by ADPF are by far and away the better trainers. I would recommend this course and only this course to anybody enquiring about becoming kettlebell trained. You will not find any team more dedicated, knowledgeable and passionate than Angie and Rob when it comes to kettlebells.
Ben Beckwith
Christian Vila
As one of the first to certify to teach Kettlebells in Europe, Angie is truly at the top of her game. I am extremely proud to have trained with her and gain a distinction in her Kettlebell Certification course, the only course which actually tests your fitness! I love her no-nonsense attitude, true professionalism and her ability to inspire others.
Thank you so much Angie, keep up the good work!
Christian Vila
Brighton Kettlebells
www.brightonkettlebells.co.uk