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Desert Barbell CPD Courses

Desert Barbell educations are designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in the world of strength and hypertrophy training.

Whether you work with athletes that want to increase their performance or with the general population that are seeking to improve their overall health, Desert Barbell educations have got you covered.

Our goal is to ensure that you have a thorough understanding of the theory surrounding strength and hypertrophy training whilst also equipping you with the practical skills to be able to successfully apply this knowledge on the gym floor.

The Desert Barbell educations cover everything from:

  • Programme design for general strength & hypertrophy and powerlifting
  • Coaching technique of the “big 3”
  • Meet day coaching for powerlifting
  • Problem-solving skills to be able to work with any kind of client
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Why Desert Barbell Educations?

develop into a more effective strength coach

Our CPD courses have been developed off the back of 1000’s of hours of study and practice working with a broad range of clients, ranging from top-level strength athletes to everyday folk looking to improve their overall health and wellness.We have taken lifters from beginner to international medalists and have transformed client’s health through the use of strength and hypertrophy training.

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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.

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.

What are the prerequisites to sign up?

There are not prerequisites to sign up for our courses. 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?

Payment is done online. You can choose to pay upfront or split your payment in 4 equal installments using Tabby.

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 strength training and programing

Are these courses considered for CPD points?

Yes! Our courses are accredited by REPs UAE.

How is the course delivered?

In person using a mix of theory and practical.

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.

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