I can’t wait to go to the Russian Kettlebell Challenge instructor certification weekend.  By all accounts, it is one of the most difficult challenges available, both physically and mentally.  RKCs unanimously agree that it is also one of the most rewarding things they have ever done.  Wow.  Sign me up!

So, my friends who know about  my interest in the RKC have asked, “When will you go?”  The answer, at least for now, is:  I don’t  know.  There are tough certification requirements which I must fulfill.  It’s difficult  to estimate how long it will take me to prepare, but I do know that I’m nowhere near ready now. 

RKC weekends are usually announced about 6 months in advance, but typically follow a similar schedule from year to year.   Under consideration for me would be the (as yet unannounced) February or April, 2010 RKC weekends. The April session will likely be in St. Paul, which is more convenient for me.  Jet lag doesn’t sound like something I would want to deal with that weekend.  

  It really boils down to how I progress.  So kettlebell progress (endurance, strength, skill, knowledge) is what I’m focused on now.  I’m doing everything I can to progress quickly and safely. But I’m also enjoying the climb. 

 Here is video from the San Jose RKC February 2009  I can’t get enough of that video!  And here’s another from the most recent  St. Paul Minnesota RKC April 2009  They make me want to go RIGHT NOW!