CHEK Exercise Coach & C.H.E.K Practitioner Programs
CHEK Exercise Coach
This highly practical five day course will give you the skills to become a superior exercise professional. After attending the CHEK Exercise Coach Program, you will be able to effectively administer individualized exercise programs for all types of clients. Correct technique is emphasized throughout the course, with plenty of hands-on assistance from the CHEK Faculty.
A key component of this certification is the integration of mind-body fitness and traditional exercise prescription. You will understand how different types of exercise, from Tai Chi to cardiovascular conditioning to weight training, affect both parts of the autonomic nervous system - an often neglected factor that is vital to achieving success with your clients.
Using the C.H.E.K Institute's unique system of assessing physiological load, developed by Paul Chek, you can determine the amount of physical and emotional stress placed upon the body. Using this system you will be able to implement results-producing programs that enhance your client's function and overall well-being.
At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to:
- Assess your client's physiological load and write exercise programs to address low, moderate and high overall loads.
- Assess functional deficits and imbalances in the core and back musculature.
- Design personalized exercise programs that balance the autonomic nervous system.
- Understand how optimizing posture not only improves function, but increases overall wellness.
- Implement a plethora of exercises that enhance function.
Benefits of Completing the CHEK Exercise Coach Program
Here are some of the benefits that past students have gained from taking the CHEK Exercise Coach Program:
- Recognized as one of the top professionals in the exercise field
- Achieving financial security
- Gaining advanced skills that make a meaningful difference in the lives of their clients
- The opportunity to be their own boss
- Listing on the online searchable C.H.E.K Institute database at CHEK Connect
- Membership to the CHEK Forum
Prerequisites (must be completed at least 30 days before course)
Scientific Core Conditioning course
Scientific Core Conditioning is the most comprehensive, in-depth course available on this subject. Fully updated, with many new sections, assessment techniques and exercises, this course builds upon the framework of the hugely popular Scientific Abdominal Training. Expand your knowledge of the abdominal musculature and its biomechanical relationship to the entire kinetic chain, when applied to the prevention of back pain, maintenance of good posture and optimal sports performance.
Scientific Back Training course, 2nd Edition
This comprehensive correspondence course reviews and analyzes the biomechanical intricacies of stabilization exercises as a necessary prerequisite to general strengthening of torso musculature for patients, the general public and athletes. This information is essential for preventing repetitive stress disorders that lead to injury. The synergistic interaction of muscle groups in performing complex frontal, transverse and sagittal plane movements are explained and assessments practiced. Phase 1, 2 and 3 spinal rehabilitation, stabilization and strength exercises are demonstrated, with variations and detailed technical cues.
Program Design course, 2nd Edition
A key skill for any fitness professional is being able to design individualized exercise programs that will lead to optimal performance for all types of clients; this correspondence course is designed to teach you to do just that! You will learn how to combine and manipulate acute exercise variables; not just reps and sets, but also loads, tempo and rest periods. Periodization concepts are covered and case histories are used as illustrations, bringing real-life examples to help you understand these critical factors.
Movement that Matters by Paul Chek
Movement That Matters provides trainers and fitness enthusiasts with the tools necessary to create functional training programs for themselves and their clients. This book is a must-read for any trainer desiring to provide their clients with higher caliber training programs.
How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy! by Paul Chek
The CHEK approach to optimal body health and vitality in a single book! Paul reveals fascinating research, airs controversial topics and provides practical suggestions for looking and feeling your best.
Your Investment for 2013 US and Canadian Programs
- CHEK Exercise Coach Prerequisite Package: US$660 (correspondence courses only - does not include books)
- Regular Registration: US$2,297
- Early Bird (at least 3 months before the course): US$2,147
- CHEK Exercise Coach + Pre-req Package: US$2,821.30 Regular, US$2,671.30 Early Bird (3 months or more prior to course)
Register for 2013 online now!
For Canadian courses, the applicable taxes - HST, GST, QST - are applied according to the province in which the course is held.
Payment plans are available. Please click the button above for options.
Prices are in USD; programs held in other countries may have different investments.
C.H.E.K Practitioner Program
The C.H.E.K Practitioner Program is ground-breaking. This four-level program is designed to be completed over two to four years as it draws inspiration from several fields of health and fitness such as orthopedics, corrective exercise, massage therapy, chiropractics, alternative therapies, and strength training. The goal of the program is to provide you with the knowledge necessary to work with your clients to achieve optimal results. The C.H.E.K Practitioner Program is oriented directly to develop practical skills by mastering the underlying theories along with the hands-on applications. Even after completing just the first level of the C.H.E.K Practitioner Program, you will become a more skilled professional.
C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 1 (Five days)
C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 1 expands the CHEK Exercise Coach's knowledge of exercise and it's scientific, therapeutic, and performance applications. Students learn infant development assessment as a means of identifying the physical, emotional and mental etiology of movement inefficiency. Paul Chek's Primal Pattern® system of movement analysis is taught in C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 1 as a seamless progression from infant development. The C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 1 student learns to identify which Primal Pattern® movements are essential to each individual's work, home, recreational, and/or sporting environment. Using a variety of exercise modalities, the C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 1 is able to customize any exercise to suit each client's ability and skill level. All instruction is based on an integrated holistic model for assessing movement disorder and restoring functional movement. C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 1's learn how to identify which systems of the body must be balanced to create well-being as part of a skillfully designed exercise program.
C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 1 Learning Objectives:
1. Understand infant movement pattern assessment and the application of infant development exercises as a foundation for Primal Pattern® movements.
2. Learn a holistic, integrated model of Primal Pattern® movement assessment.
3. Design fully customized exercise programs based on a needs analysis for each client.
Prerequisites (must be completed 30 days before course)
- Completion of CHEK Exercise Coach Program including exam
- Current status as a C.H.E.K Institute-Trained Professional
- The following correspondence courses and DVD
Advanced Program Design correspondence course
Learn to design the world's most effective corrective and performance exercise programs in this empowering course. Based upon Paul's two-day seminar, Advanced Program Design will stretch your mind to reach beyond the usual components that make up an average program. You will learn to build base and specific conditioning programs for everyone from the injured worker to elite athletes. This course is intended for the experienced exercise and rehabilitation professional with a serious desire to develop the best possible conditioning programs.
Equal, But Not The Same correspondence course
Paul presents his scientifically founded approach to training females. Based upon current research and years of clinical experience treating orthopedic disorders in women, this seminar is sure to provide a paradigm shift for the exercise professional. This course will provide cutting edge information sure to improve your success with female clients.
Flatten Your Abs Forever DVD
Everyone, especially females, dreams of flat abs. But all too often we see little or no result from exercise or dieting - the dreaded pooch remains despite being able to perform hundreds of crunches! So what can be preventing you or your clients from seeing the results you expect to get? In this lecture, Paul Chek will explain the common problems and issues that must be addressed in order to reach the goal of flat abs, including ineffective exercise programming, poor nutritional habits, hormonal imbalances, gynecological and gastro-intestinal disorders and more.
Your Investment for 2013 US and Canadian Programs
- C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 1 Prerequisite Package: US$550
- Regular Registration: US$2,297
- Early Bird (at least 3 months before the course): US$2,147
Register for 2013 online now!
For Canadian courses, the applicable taxes - HST, GST, QST - are applied according to the province in which the course is held.
Payment plans are available. Please click the button above for options.
Prices are in USD; programs held in other countries may have different investments.
C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 2 (Five days)
C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 2's learn how to identify red flags as a necessary system of preventing injury through exercise. C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 2's learn spinal biomechanics, neurological screening, essential orthopedic screening tests, length/tension assessments, corrective stretching, specific corrective exercise technologies, and how to refer to allied medical practitioners. Advanced level postural assessment using goniometric technology gives the C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 2 the ability to design highly specific corrective exercise programs. The C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 2 is an invaluable addition to any medical practice treating work, sports, and recreational orthopedic injuries. They are also key contributors to the professional sports medicine and conditioning teams.
C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 2 Learning Objectives:
1. Learn how to perform a goniometric assessment of posture and relevant joint range of motion.
2. Learn to perform an effective screening of each individual, ruling out any red flags through careful examination of medical history, orthopedic assessment, and length/tension assessment.
3. Learn specific corrective exercise for effective spinal or core stabilization.
4. Learn to design corrective exercise programs.
Prerequisites (must be completed 30 days before course)
- Completion of C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 1 Program including exam
- A proficient mastery of all C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 1 concepts and methods
- Current status as a C.H.E.K Institute-Trained Professional
- The following correspondence courses:
Swiss Ball Training correspondence course
Developed by Paul Chek, the pioneer of Swiss Ball training for athletes, this course will teach you how to use this excellent tool to improve balance, posture and dynamic strength, plus train righting and tilting reactions. Used in rehabilitation since the 1960's, Swiss balls are now becoming popular in training environments. There are literally hundreds of uses beyond performing a crunch over the ball! However, as with any training tool correct usage is essential to achieve the results you are seeking.
Advanced Swiss Ball Training for Rehabilitation correspondence course
This course shows you how to apply the science of biomechanics and kinesiology to advanced assessments and functional training techniques using the Swiss ball. Paul shows you how to use the Swiss Ball for rehabilitation and injury prevention. You will learn how to identify postural problems and instabilities using Swiss ball assessments. After completing the course, you will be able to develop these assessments into corrective exercises, with appropriate modifications for the condition and training level of your client.
Dynamic Medicine Ball Training correspondence course
Medicine Balls can be used for a wide range of purposes from rehabilitation to explosive training or endurance training. Due to the dynamic capabilities of Medicine Ball Training, there is a high functional carry over into athletic performance and every day life. Paul Chek's course teaches the science and application of medicine balls including program design for optimal performance, including criteria for choosing repetitions, sets, intensity, rest periods and speed of movement. Medicine Ball Training provides excellent variety in movement patterns, speed of movement, functional eccentric loading and adds an excellent dimension to the programs of any personal trainer, athlete, athletic trainer and/or strength coach.
Your Investment for 2013 US and Canadian Programs
- C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 2 Prerequisite Package: US$410
- Regular Registration: US$2,297
- Early Bird (at least 3 months before the course): US$2,147
Register for 2013 online now!
For Canadian courses, the applicable taxes - HST, GST, QST - are applied according to the province in which the course is held.
Payment plans are available. Please click the buttons above for options.
Prices are in USD; programs held in other countries may have different investments.
C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 3 (Eight days)
The C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 3 learns how to assess the body in accordance with Paul Chek's Totem Pole system of evaluation and correction. Based on developmental and survival reflexes, the C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 3 learns to assess key cranial nerve functions, the temporomandibular joint and bite function, cervical, and shoulder biomechanics. Specific orthopedic tests, length/tension assessments, stretches, mobilizations, and corrective exercise techniques are thoroughly covered. The C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 3 also learns the emotional and mental connections to why people don't heal. The C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 3 is an excellent team member in any medical practice handling complex cases, and on any amateur or professional sports team where technical approaches to exercise and well-being are needed.
C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 3 Learning Objectives:
1. Understand how to correctively perform a comprehensive, full-body assessment of key biological systems.
2. Learn how to prioritize therapeutic protocols based on the client's immediate needs and financial and time commitments.
3. Learn how to assess the cervical, temporomandibular, shoulder regions and design effective corrective exercise and stretching programs. Learn the emotional and mental factors related to why people don't heal.
Prerequisites (please contact the C.H.E.K Institute for the submission deadlines)
- Completion of C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 2 Program including exam
- A proficient mastery of all C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 2 concepts and methods
- Current status as a C.H.E.K Institute-Trained Professional
- Case histories - please contact the C.H.E.K Institute for format and requirement content
- The following correspondence course:
Scientific Shoulder Training correspondence course
This comprehensive and informative correspondence course takes you on a trip through the functional anatomy of the shoulder and shows you how you can develop preventative, performance and corrective exercise programs better than ever before. Developed by Paul Chek, and presented by Paul and physical therapist, Suzi Nevell, this course is based upon the tried and tested methods Paul has used over 28+ years of successfully working with clients who presented with all types of shoulder pain and injury.
The following books are required pre-course reading and need to be brought to the course:
Your Investment for 2013 US and Canadian Programs
- Regular Registration: US$3,747
- Early Bird (at least 3 months before the course): US$3,547
Register for 2013 online now!
For Canadian courses, the applicable taxes - HST, GST, QST - are applied according to the province in which the course is held.
Payment plans are available. Please click the buttons above for options.
Prices are in USD; programs held in other countries may have different investments.
C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 4 (Eight days)
C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 4's learn to integrate all the training they've received in each of the prior C.H.E.K Practitioner Levels. C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 4 begins with a comprehensive review of all prior C.H.E.K teachings to assure clarity before moving forward. Next, Metaphysics are taught as they relate to reading the body; through correlation of physical and energetic centers, C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 4's learn how to address the emotional, mental and spiritual components to health and disease. Using Paul Chek's unique 4 Doctors system for designing a total well-being program, C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 4's master the use of this state-of-the-art tool. The C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 4's are highly skilled and typically own and operate their own health and exercise centers around the world.
C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 4 Learning Objectives:
1. Review and fine-tune all prior C.H.E.K training.
2. Master the 7 Chakra System of energy flow in the human body~mind.
3. Master the use of Paul Chek's 4 Doctor system for creating health and well-being.
4. Learn the basics of non-violent communication and sacred listening.
Prerequisites (please contact the C.H.E.K Institute for the submission deadlines)
- Completion of C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 3 Program including exam
- A proficient mastery of all C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 3 concepts and methods
- Current status as a C.H.E.K Institute-Trained Professional
- Case histories - please contact the C.H.E.K Institute for format and requirement content
Your Investment for 2013 US and Canadian Programs
- Regular Registration: US$3,747
- Early Bird (at least 3 months before the course): US$3,547
C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 4 is not scheduled to run in 2013.
Master C.H.E.K Practitioner
To become a Master C.H.E.K Practitioner, you must:
- Pass the C.H.E.K Practitioner Level 4 exam
- Complete a written thesis on a pre-approved topic
- Submit a video presentation of at least 1 hour
