NASM & ACE Accredited — Est. 2009

The global standard in kettlebell education

IKU is the institution behind KETTLEBELL MONSTER™ and Cavemantraining. We certify trainers, develop courses, and build the professional kettlebell community across the world.

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22,000+
Students trained worldwide
Worldwide
Students across the globe
2,000+
Verified student reviews
300+
Professional workouts
NASM Approved Provider
ACE Approved Provider
IKSFA Rankings
Educating Since 2009
The IKU Ecosystem

Three platforms, one mission

IKU LLC owns and operates the world's most comprehensive kettlebell education ecosystem — from professional certifications to daily training.

Training Platform

KETTLEBELL MONSTER™

The complete training platform — workouts, courses, tracking, community, coaching, and the creator program. Free to join.

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Content & Shop

Cavemantraining

Courses, certifications, books, and the shop. Where all IKU educational products are created and sold.

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Institution

IKU

International Kettlebell University — the governing body. NASM and ACE approved course provider. Setting standards worldwide since 2009.

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Courses & Certifications

NASM and ACE accredited courses, plus IKU certifications

IKU certifications are not weekend rubber stamps. Our pass rate is 30% — because we assess real physical skill, not just knowledge. Every assessment is personally reviewed.

40%
Give up before finishing
30%
Don't pass the assessment
30%
Earn the certification
1-on-1
Personal assessment review

Kettlebell Fundamentals

The starting point. Core technique and coaching methodology. Available from L1 self-study to L6 Coach certification.

From $49.95

Master The Kettlebell Series

9 deep-dive courses — Squat, Curl, Press, Swing, Clean, Snatch, Lift, Lunge, Row & Carry. Each with 6 certification levels.

From $49.95

Specialty & Skill Courses

Combos & Flows, Mobility, Kettlebell Sport, Group Instruction, Individual Instruction, and Programming.

From $49.95
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For Trainers & Coaches

Build your kettlebell career on our platform

Get certified. Join the Creator Program on KETTLEBELL MONSTER™. Sell your courses, ebooks, and programs. Build a following. License our workouts. Run workshops and certifications for IKU.

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Man and woman training with kettlebells together in a gym
Starting at 80%
Payout on your own products
4 Revenue
Streams — products, affiliates, tribes, referrals
300+
Licensable workouts for gyms and trainers
Courses
Host your own courses, ebooks, and memberships
Career Progression

Your path from student to master trainer

A structured progression from learning the basics to running IKU certifications worldwide.

1
CKT-1
Fundamentals L3 — your first credential ($349)
2
CKT-2 / CKT-3
L3 across core and all Master courses
3
CKI
Specialty L4 + skill courses — teach all disciplines
4
CKC
Certified Kettlebell Coach — comprehensive mastery
5
Master Trainer
CKC + IKU approval — run certifications worldwide
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For At-Home Athletes

Train on KETTLEBELL MONSTER™

The complete kettlebell training platform — workouts, courses, tracking, community, recovery, and coaching. Free to join. Memberships unlock the full experience.

Bronze
100 workouts, full video access, 1 new session every 4 weeks, photo cues library
Annual only
Silver
250 workouts, video downloads, 1 session every 2 weeks, 5 min/month coaching
Monthly or annual
Recommended
Gold
500 workouts, video downloads, 1 session/week, quarterly courses, 10 min/month coaching
Monthly or annual
Platinum
1,000 workouts, 2 sessions/week, 30 min/month coaching, certifications included
Monthly or annual
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What We Do

Education, certification, and community at scale

Everything we build serves one goal — making kettlebell training more accessible, more professional, and more effective worldwide.

Certifications

NASM and ACE accredited courses. IKU certifications with 1-on-1 assessment — not a rubber stamp.

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Online Courses

16 courses covering every kettlebell movement — swing, clean, press, snatch, squat, lunge, lift, flows, mobility, sport, and more.

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Books & Products

20+ books, training programs, t-shirts, and digital downloads. Available on Cavemantraining and Amazon.

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Creator Program

Build your career on KETTLEBELL MONSTER™ — sell courses, ebooks, memberships. Starting at 80% payout. 4 revenue streams.

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Licensed Workouts

300+ professionally designed workouts for trainers and gyms. Includes timers, technique breakdowns, and modifications.

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Kettlebell Sport

IKU competition team. IKSFA rankings. Biathlon, long cycle, and snatch — compete from anywhere.

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Why IKU

Built on experience, not marketing

We've been doing this since before kettlebells were trendy — and we'll be here long after the fads pass.

2009
Founded — 15+ years of continuous education
NASM + ACE
Recognized by the two largest accreditors
2,000+
Externally verified real reviews
Human
Every assessment is personally reviewed
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Student Reviews

Trusted by thousands worldwide

Real feedback from verified students across multiple platforms.

★★★★★
"This is a fantastic course that is not only jam-packed with information but is hands-on to really help you truly learn the information."
Bradleigh Saltsman
Entrepreneur
★★★★★
"Customer service communication is great, delivery of the videos is top quality professional, and easy to watch. The website has a great deal of content for kettlebell enthusiasts."
Michelle Shenton
Student
★★★★★
"The depth of biomechanical detail in these courses is unlike anything else available. You don't just learn how — you understand why."
IKU Certified Trainer
Certification Graduate

Ready to take the next step?

Whether you're a beginner, a trainer building your career, or a gym owner looking for licensed content — IKU has a path for you.

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