School of Calisthenics
Online calisthenics coaching and programmes from strength coaches in Nottingham
| Hourly rate range | $80 to $175 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Also coaches | Life coach |
| Based in | Nottingham, United Kingdom |
| Sessions | Online |
| Credentials | UK Strength and Conditioning Association Accredited coach (Tim); Masters level qualifications held by programme coaches; Advanced coaching certifications held by programme coaches |
School of Calisthenics is a Nottingham based team that teaches progressive bodyweight training online. Its programmes are written by professional strength and conditioning coaches who have worked with elite athletes. Tim and Jacko founded it in 2016 after they took up calisthenics as former rugby players. None of the coaches come from a gymnastics background. The school also runs a podcast and is not open to new members right now.
What School helps with
The school helps people learn specific calisthenics skills and move better. It also serves people who feel bored with their training or feel beaten up by it.
- Learning calisthenics skills step by step
- Starting bodyweight training from scratch
- Moving better with less pain
- Building strength with bodyweight exercises
- Progressing past the basics of calisthenics
- Training with minimal equipment at home or outdoors
Who School works with
Clients range from complete beginners to people who have trained calisthenics for a while. Beginners get programmes built for starting from scratch. Experienced trainees get progressive programmes and educational content to build more movement skill and strength.
How School works
Training runs through online programmes that mix education with hands-on practice. Each programme includes expert video coaching tutorials and self-assessments that guide progression. Programmes are periodised, which means training is planned in phases. The coaches built a step by step framework from exercise science to teach skills like advanced bodyweight movements. A supportive community is part of the offer.
Background and qualifications
Tim and Jacko began exploring calisthenics in 2014 as rugby players with a long history of injuries and surgeries. Both work as professional strength and conditioning coaches. They built a step by step framework for learning bodyweight skills and founded the School of Calisthenics in 2016. Tim has worked in elite sport since 2008, was part of the ParalympicsGB team at the Rio 2016 games, and is a UK Strength and Conditioning Association Accredited coach. The programme coaches hold Masters level qualifications and advanced coaching certifications.
School of Calisthenics pricing
Programs and services
- Online calisthenics training programmes
- Expert video coaching tutorials
- Self-assessments to guide progression
- Face to face workshops
- Annual membership
- Podcast
School of Calisthenics reviews
The CoachVouch take
Its founders are strength and conditioning coaches with no gymnastics background, so they built programmes for people who start from scratch.
Best for adults who want to learn bodyweight skills step by step and train with little equipment.
Common questions
How much does School of Calisthenics charge?
Coaching with School runs $80 to $175 an hour. Message School from this page for an exact quote.
What does School of Calisthenics help with?
School of Calisthenics helps with learning calisthenics skills step by step, starting bodyweight training from scratch, moving better with less pain and building strength with bodyweight exercises.
Does School of Calisthenics coach online?
School is based in Nottingham, United Kingdom. Sessions are online.
Is School of Calisthenics certified?
School of Calisthenics lists: UK Strength and Conditioning Association Accredited coach (Tim); Masters level qualifications held by programme coaches; Advanced coaching certifications held by programme coaches.
Is School of Calisthenics open to new members?
No. The school is not open to new members right now.
How do I contact School of Calisthenics?
Send School a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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