Category Archives: Trainers
Employees vs. Contractors in your Microgym
I’ve been getting this question fairly frequently of late: Nicki, I know you recommend having employees, but isn’t it expensive? Shouldn’t I just keep my trainers as contractors? If you have trainers that train at multiple locations (other gyms besides … Continue reading
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For the love! Please don’t bastardize the On Ramp!
We here at NorCal Strength and Conditioning published our On Ramp curriculum and disseminated it free to the CrossFit community for one reason alone: To help affiliates effectively introduce CrossFit to the beginning client in a way that not only … Continue reading
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Mark your calendars: Black Box Summit #2
We’ll be on the West coast this time at Catalyst Athletics in Sunnyvale, CA on April 24 and 25. It’s going to be a packed weekend of solid information! Check the Black Box Summit site for all the details regarding … Continue reading
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OPT’s Coaching Certification Program
If you’re looking to add to your arsenal of tools and knowledge as a strength and conditioning coach you must check out James Fitzgerald’s OPT Coaching Certification Program. James is one of the classiest, brightest guys in this community and … Continue reading
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The NorCal Model: Finding, Developing and Paying Trainers Part 3
The need for a system and expectations There is a common saying regarding the hiring and firing practices of small businesses… “Quick to hire, slow to fire.” In our early days we made the mistake of giving folks the opportunity … Continue reading
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The NorCal Model: Finding, Developing and Paying Trainers Part 2
So you’ve made the decision to bring on a trainer or two. However, you’re a bit nervous. You want to bring on folks that will strengthen your existing team (you solo/or you plus partner(s)). You want them to understand the … Continue reading
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The NorCal Model: Finding, Developing and Paying Trainers Part 1
Finding, developing and paying trainers is a hot topic among CF affiliate owners and one of the most frequent questions I get via email. There are multiple ways that different affiliates structure their businesses and pay their trainers. I make … Continue reading
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Max Effort Black Box Seminar
If you haven’t yet heard about Michael Rutherford’s Intelligent Exercise Design and the Max Effort Black Box seminar here’s the sccop: Location: Catalyst Athletics Sunnyvale, CA Date: October 24, 2009 Coach Rut aka “Rutman” and originator of the Max Effort … Continue reading
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Review of 37 signals: BACKPACK
I’d like to update you all on my “Keeping Everyone in the Loop” post. While the weekly email was effective for updating our team for key events there were definitely some limitations…namely it was a one way street of the … Continue reading
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Speaking Baseball – NorCal Style
One of our desires for our coaching staff is for everyone to feel confident speaking in front of groups. The more knowledgeable and articulate we are the better we are as professionals. So in an effort to provide a supportive … Continue reading
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