Increase your knowledge of movement and technique. Learn how to coach CrossFit safely and effectively for the general population. Bridge the gap from athlete to coach.
The Coaches Development Program is open to the public. This is a virtual, video-guided course that can be completed on-demand.
Get access to our 10-lesson development program that will bridge the gap from athlete to coach and prepare you with the confidence and competence to start coaching.
COACHES DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM OVERVIEW
4 PHASES • SELF-GUIDED VIRTUAL FORMAT
PHASE 1
Lecture 1: Intro to Program, Basic Anatomy and Physiology (on-demand video)
Lecture 2: Coaching Principles, Crossfit and Other Models for Coaching Fitness (on-demand video)
PHASE 2
Lecture 3: Teaching, Seeing, Correcting Presses (on-demand video)
Lecture 4: Teaching, Seeing, Correcting Squats (on-demand video)
Lecture 5: Teaching, Seeing, Correcting Pulls (on-demand video) - PRACTICAL UNLOCKED
Lecture 6: Teaching, Seeing, Correcting Additional Movements (on-demand video)
Lecture 7: Practice Teaching (record and upload video of your performance for feedback)
PHASE 3
Lecture 8: Lesson Plans, Group Management (on-demand video)
Lecture 9: Presence and Attitude, Sales Process and Practice (on-demand video)
Lecture 10: Intentional Change Theory, Books, Coaching Career Path (on-demand video)
PRACTICAL
Observe 6 group classes
Teach warm up + observe 6 group classes
Teach skill/strength, WOD movements + observe 6 group classes
Coach 6 group classes
Intro consultations (shadow 1, lead 2)*
Lead 6 personal training sessions*
Lead 1 specialty seminar*
Coach 6 group classes, this time graded to a rubric by an experienced coach
Oxnard|MVMNT written test*
*Only required if seeking employment as a coach at Oxnard|MVMNT
WHO IS THIS PROGRAM FOR?
The New Coach: Already started coaching and feeling overwhelmed? Maybe you technically know your stuff but you always feel like you’re behind on seeing faults and giving effective cues. This is the program for you.
The Aspiring Coach: CrossFit has changed your life and you’re ready to take on a leadership role in your local gym, even if you’re not sure this will be a career path.
The CrossFit Enthusiast: Even if you don’t plan to start coaching right away, this program will deepen your knowledge of movement mechanics, technique, and CrossFit methodology. As a result you will become a better athlete.
SUGGESTED PREREQUISITES
There are no official prerequisites to participate in the Coaches Development Program, but the following will help you get the most out of the program:
A minimum of one year of CrossFit experience. A huge amount of the coaching process is learned through firsthand experience, and practicing what you preach will help you become an effective leader.
Be a good standing member of a local CrossFit gym for at least three months. This is particularly important if your intention is to coach at this same gym one day.
GET STARTED WITH YOUR COACHES DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Get access to our 10-lesson development program that will bridge the gap from athlete to coach and prepare you with the confidence and competence to start coaching.
PLEASE NOTE
IF YOUR GOAL IS TO COACH AT OXNARD|MVMNT IN OXNARD, CALIFORNIA.
If your goal is to become a coach for Oxnard|MVMNT in Oxnard, California, (whether full-time, part-time, or as an occasional sub), you must complete this Coaches Development Program AND pass the CrossFit Level 1 Certificate Test >> AND apply for (and get hired for) the job.
Coaches Development Program is offered in person at the gym annually. In most cases, we will require that you complete CDP in this manner. Talk to Kolby if you feel your circumstance necessitates an exception (kolby@oxnardmvmnt.com)
Completing the Coaches Development Program neither obligates nor guarantees you a job at Oxnard|MVMNT.