Learn from the most successful and experienced team of strength coaches in the Middle East: Desert Barbell!
Make progress in and out the gym
Desert Barbell educations are specifically designed to give you a clear understanding of the science that drives strength training.
Our goal is to make sure you are equipped with all the knowledge and tools to help you and your clients make some serious strength gains. Our courses cover everything from understanding the 'big three' compound movements and the universal truths that drive these lifts, to more advanced studies including programming for strength and game day coaching for Powerlifting.
By completing these courses, you will be able to comfortably coach clients, or yourself, in the squat, bench press and deadlift - even if you are totally new to these lifts. All our courses are accredited by REPs UAE.
Our courses
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Strength Training Course
Learn more about this courseYour fast-track to mastering coaching technique and program design for strength athletes. Delivered over 12 weeks through live lectures, this course will teach you the ‘universal truths’ of technique and how to optimize technique to produce maximal strength gains. The course will then delve into program design giving you all the tools you need to be a successful strength coach, including training in the Desert Barbell coaching system.
Hear from our graduates!
Listen to what some of our students have to say about our courses
Why Desert Barbell Educations?
develop into a more effective strength coach
Our strength coach certifications draw on a decade of experience built on 1000s of coaching hours and handling strength athletes at local and international competitions.
We’ve taken athletes from total beginners to the competition podium and now we want to share that knowledge. Our goal is to help you develop into a more effective strength coach and athlete by establishing universal truths and giving you tools to work with everyone from total beginners to advanced athletes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should sign up for the courses?
The course is specifically designed for
- Personal trainers
- Strength coaches
- Strength athletes
- Barbell enthusiasts
Course material and key learning objectives are designed to help you expand your coaching tool box and give you greater confidence to coach clients specifically for strength and powerlifting.
What are the prerequisites to sign up?
There are not prerequisites to sign up for our courses. If you are new to strength training and powerlifting then we suggest completing the 'Strength Training Course' first. If you plan to become a coach or a PT we also suggest completing a PT diploma first and utilizing our courses for specialization.
What are the dates of the courses?
Please visit our event calendar page for upcoming course dates. Don't miss out on your next course.
How can I pay for the course?
You can choose to pay monthly or upfront. Simply choose the course you want to do, make the purchase online and you will be added to the class group. Here, the course leader will welcome you and provide you with all the important details you need to get the most from the course.
I am not a coach or PT, can I still do the course?
Yes! Our courses are designed to help you be 'your own PT'. Consider this course if:
- You are interested in strength training, specifically learning more about the compound lifts but are unsure how to execute these movements
- You are an online coach and want to provide extra value to your clients
- You are interested in learning more about the Sport of Powerlifting
Are these courses considered for CPD points?
Yes! Our courses are accredited by REPs UAE.
How is the course delivered?
You will need to have an internet connection. Our courses are delivered through Zoom live lectures.
What happens if I miss a lecture?
Don't worry! All lectures are recorded. If you are signed up for the course you will have access to the recordings so you will never miss out on any important information.
Improve your knowledge and maximise strength progress!
Ensure you have an in-depth knowledge on biomechanics that relate to technique and how to create strength training programmes based on 1000’s of hours of coaching experience and the latest scientific knowledge.
Extra facts about our courses
- Accredited by REPs UAE
- Lectures delivered online via live lectures with open Q&A’s
- 60-90 minutes of lecture time per week
- End of chapter exams to test your knowledge
- Certificates provided upon successful completion of the course
The best educations for strength training and powerlifting
If you are looking to:
- Become an expert strength coach certified by Desert Barbell
- Become an expert on all things strength
- Improve the quality of service you currently provide
- Earn more money
- Be able to program and coach yourself
Then our courses are the PERFECT fit for YOU!
Select your next course
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Strength Training Course
Learn more about this courseYour fast-track to mastering coaching technique and program design for strength athletes. Delivered over 12 weeks through live lectures, this course will teach you the ‘universal truths’ of technique and how to optimize technique to produce maximal strength gains. The course will then delve into program design giving you all the tools you need to be a successful strength coach, including training in the Desert Barbell coaching system.
Building stronger teams
Content tailored for your team
We provide group training and corporate packages for in-house training. We work with your team to develop their coaching skills specifically for strength training. This helps to not only deliver better value to your clients on the gym floor, but also increases safety in the gym and ensures a higher level of service delivery.
We also work with other gyms and facilities for hosted workshops for coaches and members. This is ideal for facilities that want to provide more learning opportunities for their community and trainers.