It’s Coach Tarek,

If you’d like to master the functional training methods that give you confidence to assess, program, and coach your clients…

… then here’s how over 1,000+ personal trainers and fitness professionals have done it with FTI (and continue to)... and why you can do the same.

Because with the right systems, instructors, and application – I believe almost any trainer or fitness professional can become a highly skilled master of functional training and movement sooner than you think.

Here’s why.

In 2008, me and my business partner at the time travelled overseas to master functional movement from some of the world’s best movement specialists.

This is because there was a serious lack of information teaching trainers and coaches how to confidently use functional equipment safely and effectively.

We wanted to bridge the knowledge gap.

We gained cutting edge education in movement which blends practical knowledge with an evidence-based approach.

This led to us launching our first kettlebell course in 2009, which was the beginning of FTI.

A reliable kettlebell system which helped (and continues to help) coaches to this day. 

Which became the first accredited course in Australia under the then Fitness Australia (now Aus Active).

We then discovered that trainers lacked a proven system of using functional tools safely and effectively with their clients.

Often hurting the trainers’ confidence when assessing, programming, and training clients.

So the accredited kettlebell course system gave us a proven recipe to fix this.

We began mapping out a system of functional movement beyond kettlebells.

We thought of the main pillars which supported functional movement throughout the whole body. 

Ranging from restoring movement, building strength, and complex movement patterns.

Not rigid pillars which worked independently of each other.

But a fluid model of functional systems where each pillar was linked and complemented one another like a circular linked chain.

Result: 5 Core Pillars and a system that supported functional movement throughout the whole body.

With the heart of this system being – Ongoing coaching and assessing.

Which means the coach is always present and working to develop these pillars into their clients’ lives.

Whether in a one-on-one, semi-private, or group.

This led us to evolve our movement based concepts to create a unique system around functional training, called… 

Adaptive Functional Training System

The illustration below demonstrates this proven, evidence-based system.

A fluid model of functional systems which integrates the 5 pillars which make up the system

Giving you the confidence to safely and effectively assess, program, and coach your clients like few other trainers.

Overview:

1. Initial Assessment - Effectively assess your clients to discover their goals and how well they move.
2. Create a Program - A repeatable system of functional programming that adapts to any client.    
3. Restore Function & Movement (Pillar 1) - Restore movement and function. 
   Trainers and coaches often build strength and power without proper movement and function which increases risk of injury. 
   It’s like building a pyramid on sand. 
   A solid foundation involves stability, flexibility, and mobility... layered with balance, strength and power.    
4. Develop Proper Movement Patterns (Pillar 2) - Our modern day lifestyle causes us to develop poor movement patterns. 
   We correct these with effective bodyweight systems.
5. Load Client's Foundations (Pillar 3) - “If the client can't do it, we don't load it”. 
   We load clients with functional strength systems once they’re moving properly after Pillar’s 1 and 2.     
6. Build Strength & Power (Pillar 4) - Build strength and power via more complex tools like our kettlebells systems.
7. Integrate Complex Functional Patterns (Pillar 5) - Introduce complex movement patterns once your client has moved through the first 4 pillars.           

At the heart of this is ongoing coaching and assessment. 

Because this isn’t a one-and-done approach of creating a program and training your client.

Ongoing coaching and assessment by you is key to the system.

Constantly evolving your clients through each pillar and assessing their progress over and over again – rinse and repeat.

Not only do your clients end up sticking around with you for longer because they see real progress…

…but they respect you as an expert, and your coaching business continues to grow through retention and referrals.

Because so few trainers and coaches approach clients this way.

This is what makes FTI unique to other fitness training companies. 

FTI has systemised functional training.

A system, and the pillars within the system which are proven, evidence-based, and have been tried and tested over the course of nearly 15 years.

Anyway, my goal was to get this simple, reliable, and repeatable system into the hands of more fitness professionals and trainers.

Introducing: The Master Functional Trainer

The Master Functional Trainer (MFT) is our flagship certification which gives you the Adaptive Functional Training System.

It’s one of the world's most comprehensive functional fitness certifications in the world, with over 100+ hours of content by certified FTI course educators.

So we can give you all the tools and knowledge you need to master this system of functional movement.

It’s an online self-paced course which can take anywhere from 4-12 months to complete, depending how much time you dedicate each week.

Whether it's 2 hours a week and you complete it in 12 months, or 5 hours a week and you complete within 5 months.

It’s broken down into small chunks so you can work your way through it without feeling overwhelmed.

You also receive the MFT Study Guide (along with a tutorial video) roadmap.

So you can remain on track, week-by-week, making the course manageable as you progress.

To complete MFT, you’ll go through a unique 3-Stage Process (revealed in a moment).

This remains the best way to teach you the Adaptive Functional Training System that combines learning, practical application, and assessments.

Here’s what MFT student Daniel Marshall said, “The one year time period for completion sounds like a long time but don't be fooled. You pretty much use it all practicing exercises and using equipment you may not have encountered before.”

MFT is an exciting journey of discovery in becoming a master at functional training and a respected expert in your field.

We’ve made sure your journey is as easy as possible. Here’s how…

Easily Assess & Create Programs - goXpro

goXpro is a Fitness Business app helping you with assessments, one-on-one coaching, group training, and more.

We’ve partnered with goXpro to bring you an FTI version you’ll use throughout MFT.

You'll be able to assess, program, and organise ideas for your clients into one centralised app which streamlines your business.

goXpro also makes your learning experience with MFT.

It supports the modules and assessments whenever you’re required to apply some of the materials.

You can access goXpro via a smartphone app, or desktop.

You’re also given tutorials which walk you through all stages of client evaluation, posture, and much more…

…so you’re confidently assessing and programming your clients quickly and easily.

goXpro is FREE for 12 months for all MFT students. 

If you choose to continue beyond 12 months, you get a lifetime 10% discount.

Easily Increase Your Functional Knowledge - IGNITE

Secondly, MFT is hosted on the learning management system – IGNITE.

A reliable easy-to-use and easy-to-navigate platform.

Making it a breeze to consume the modules as you progress through MFT.

All the MFT modules, which consist of video tutorials, written content, and practical assignments, are accessible via a smartphone app and desktop.

Stand Out From The Crowd As a Trusted Expert

The MFT Certification comes with 6 globally accredited certifications.

A reminder of your dedication to mastering functional training and movement with a unique skill set that allows you to stand out from the crowd

You’ll walk away with:

• Fundamentals of Mobility 

• Level 1 Suspended Fitness

• Fundamentals of Functional Bag Training

• Fundamentals of Kettlebell Training - Level 1

• Fundamentals of Battling Rope Training

• Functional Trainer Level 2

In addition, you gain 48 CEC points to count towards your professional development.

The Master Functional Trainer Is Accredited By International Organisations

3-STAGE Process

This is the unique process designed to help you master the Adaptive Functional Training System.

The 3-Stage summary:

1. 9 Online Learning Modules

2. Interactive Practical Application

3. MFT Assessment Pathway

Each module comes with instructional tutorials from a mix of certified FTI course educators and myself, Coach Tarek.

You’re then prompted to practice what you’ve learned by yourself, a partner, or an assessment.

Each module comes with a resource list and accompanying study guides to deepen your knowledge.

You’re also tested with a quiz to complete all modules to ensure you understand the content.

STAGE 1

Theoretical Foundations Pathway

The first part of Stage 1 is completing the 2 foundation modules. 

Functional Anatomy

A detailed presentation teaching you about the body's anatomy in relation to functional movement.

To help your clients move more functionally, you need to understand how your anatomy moves.

So it’s easier to choose the right exercises and programs during the assessment phase with your clients

You’ll be able to diagnose which planes of motion your clients need help with, and prescribe accordingly.

You’ll discover:

• The importance of myofascial lines, including: superficial front and back line, spiral line and lateral line

• How to develop a list of functional exercises which target superficial front and back line, spiral line, and lateral line

• Understand the joint by joint approach as it relates to joint function, mobility, and stability

Here’s what MFT student Daniel Marshall had to say, “Two best take-aways for me were learning the myofascial lines and movement patterns and working with the power bag, the only piece of equipment I had never used before.”

Functional Assessments

You’ll learn how to assess clients through the lens of functional movement.

So you confidently create programs which deliver positive results for your clients.

You’ll discover:

• The differences between static and dynamic posture and how muscle imbalance affects them

• How to assess your clients statical posture using the New York Postural Profile in the goXpro app

• Screening procedures in dynamic postures of your client using… single leg squat, hip hinge, push and pull assessments

• How well your client holds their posture 

• How well your client moves

• Discover their goals and how to set sensible benchmarks

• How to create a unique functional programming system for your clients

• And much more…

5 Pillars Of Adaptive Functional Training Systems

Functional Mobility 

Pillar 1 - Restore Function & Movement

This module aims to build functional patterns and movements within your clients.

Due to modern day lifestyle, a lot of weaknesses in most people (even athletes), is in their ability to move their body as it was intended.

Most people (and fitness professionals) are ignorant to the importance of mobility.

So when you open your clients eyes to the world of mobility, they stay with you longer because you've improved their movement.  

You build trust with your client. 

Your clients will move and train more functionally because you've laid the foundations of mobility.

Retention for your business grows because clients avoid injury and their niggling aches and pains have vanished.

Likely resulting in clients telling friends and family about how you’ve helped them.

You’ll discover:

• How to restore mobility

• The different tools you can use such as myofascial release (coach and self-guided)

• Different types of functional stretching and joint rolling and the theory behind it so you understand the purpose

• How to apply mechanical pressure to loosen knots which harm your clients movement

• How to use muscle activations to get your clients to move more freely

• How to use "iso-integration" developed by FTI Coach Ulrik Larsen to activate muscles in your clients

• 3 kinds of stretching and when to use them with your clients

• And much more…

Mobility is one of the most overlooked tools in the fitness industry, so this module alone differentiates you in the marketplace.

You'll possess a deep understanding of mobility and how to tackle any issue surrounding bad mobility in your clients.

This module contains multiple practical assessments due to its importance.

Suspended Fitness

Pillar 2 - Develop Proper Movement Patterns

Our modern day lifestyle causes us to develop poor movement patterns. 

We correct and restore proper movement patterns with effective bodyweight systems.

The tool of choice is Suspended Fitness.

You’ll discover:

• The 4 key principles of suspended fitness and how it opens the door to over 300 different exercises you can introduce to your clients which add variety so they never get bored

• How to progress and regress suspended fitness exercises so you always find the right amount of resistance needed for your client to begin noticing benefits

• How to correctly and safely set up your suspension equipment to make training your clients a breeze

• Understand the underlying techniques and how to perform and teach these key suspended fitness movements: Lunge, Press, Pull Squat, and Plank

• Discover complimentary tools used by experts which work perfectly with suspended fitness

• And much more…

Functional Bags

Pillar 3 - Load Client's Foundations

Is MFT For You?

Read this before investing in MFT.

If you’re a personal trainer, coach, or therapist (massage, chiro, yoga, Pilates etc…), new to the industry and you’re hungry for knowledge on functional movement, MFT is for you.

If you’re already studying, or you think there’s nothing more to learn, then MFT isn’t for you.

My Personal Guarantee

You’re also protected by my 90-Day Money-Back Guarantee.

I’m so confident you’ll begin seeing benefits in how you approach and work with clients within 90 days, I’m willing to shoulder the risk.

All I ask is you give MFT an honest go by completing stage 1 and submitting the quiz on each module within 90 days of enrolling.

If you aren’t completely convinced and feel you haven’t received the value I’ve promised, you can get 100% of your money back.

Ever since we began our journey in mastering movement from global experts 15 years ago…

… to the time, energy, and investment it took for us to put these functional systems together…

… the cost of my time and investment goes well into the 6-figures.

I would be more than justified in charging $10,000. 

But you won’t have to pay anywhere near that.

Your investment is a small fraction.

I’ve intentionally set a fair price because I want MFT to be accessible to more fitness professionals and trainers.

With MFT being one of the world's most comprehensive courses, I’ve decided on an investment that’s within reach of anyone wanting to achieve mastery of functional movement.

Your investment - $1,350 AUD (Black Friday Exclusive Offer)

To make your decision easier, you have an option of a flexible payment plan of 10 fortnightly installments of $148.50 AUD

A small price to pay for being handed the systems you learn over 4-12 months which can help you become a respected expert and master of functional training. 

Not to mention the beginnings of a thriving coaching business because…

…you retain clients for longer and those same clients refer you to their friends and family. 

The Adaptive Functional Training System is ready to be handed to you. The choice is yours.

Just click on the “Enroll Now” button below to begin your journey.

FAQs

1. What is The Master Functional Trainer and why should I enroll?
   It’s our flagship certification which gives you the proven, evidence-based Adaptive Functional Training System being used by over 1,000+ trainers and fitness professionals.
   It’s designed to turn you into a master in functional training who can confidently assess, program, and coach your clients safely and effectively – the foundations of a thriving coaching business/career driven by retention and referrals.

2. Can my team be trained face-to-face? 
   MFT is an online course, however, if you interested in bespoke corporate training for your team for a competitive price, get in touch by clicking here

3. How many Certifications and CECs will I get?
   You’ll receive 48 CEC points to count towards your professional development and 6 globally accredited certifications once you complete MFT. 

4. Is MFT too advanced for someone entering the fitness industry for the first time or someone re-entering it?  
   No. MFT is a reliable, repeatable system of assessing, programming, and coaching clients any fitness professional can benefit from.

5. How much time do I need to dedicate to MFT?
   You can dedicate as little as 2 hours a week and complete within 12 months, or 5 hours a week complete within 5 months. 

6. How is MFT different from Cert 4 training? 
   Standard personal training courses tend to teach you the basics to get started.
   We don’t just show you basic theory. 
   MFT gives you an in-depth way of approaching your clients. 
   Deepening your knowledge on how the body works and how to help your clients move functionally.

7. Will I gain benefits before I complete MFT?
   You can expect benefits before you complete the course.
   Within 3 months of completing stage 1, you’ll have a foundational knowledge of functional movement which shape shifts the way you approach and train your clients.
   But from the first couple of modules you’ll likely notice immediate benefits in the way you train and assess your clients.

8. Is MFT right for you?
   Read this before investing in MFT.
   If you’re a personal trainer, coach, or therapist (massage, chiro, yoga, Pilates etc…), new to the industry and you’re hungry for knowledge on functional movement, MFT is for you.
   If you’re already studying, or you think there’s nothing more to learn, then MFT isn’t for you.

9. Is there a payment plan?
   We have a flexible payment plan of 10 fortnightly installments of $247.50 AUD

10.  Is there a guarantee?
    You’re also protected by my 90-Day Money-Back Guarantee.
    I’m so confident you’ll begin seeing benefits in how you approach and work with clients within 90 days, I’m willing to shoulder the risk.
    All I ask is you give MFT an honest go by completing stage 1 and submitting the quiz on each module within 90 days of enrolling.
    If you aren’t completely convinced and feel you haven’t received the value I’ve promised, you can get 100% of your money back.

P.S. Recap: MFT gives you a unique, proven, evidence-based Adaptive Functional Training System through one of the world’s most comprehensive 3-stage functional training processes.

You’ll walk away as a confident Certified Master Functional Trainer who can consistently assess, program, and coach a diverse range of clients successfully. 

Laying the foundations of a thriving coaching business when clients respect you, stay with you longer and refer you to their friends.

You’ll also receive:

• 12 months FREE access to goXpro

• Access to the FTI Tribe exclusive only to MFT students

• 90-Day Money-Back Guarantee

And TWO bonuses: My best-selling Purpose Driven Movement (value - $15 AUD), and The Kettlebell Bodyweight Programming System (value - $299 AUD)

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Jono Alcock, says: “...learned not just about using functional equipment but the theory and coaching behind it…”

“With the business model of Semi Private PT, I am currently running 2 classes 7 times a week. I honestly couldn't have done it without the MFT program. I recommend it to every PT I know!!” - Jono Alcock

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Ben Thorne, says: “...My confidence has grown…”

“My confidence has grown and this has definitely translated to my business. 

The courses are run professionally and are run with the basics in mind. While they do teach the more complex exercises it is their breakdown of the simpler exercises for teaching to your clients which really sold me. 

I have to admit I was one of those trainers who would watch Youtube or a DVD and think that's all I needed! The guys have shown me if you are serious about being professional it's a must. 

It also helps since completing the courses I have seen an increase in my profitability in Personal Training and Boot Camps. These courses stood out for me mainly because of the instructors who were taking them.

The content was excellent however, it was the instructors and their vast knowledge and good attitude which made it stand out for me.” - Ben Thorne

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Jason Cunanan, says: “...increased my knowledge and confidence…”

“The MFT Program has increased my knowledge and confidence in understanding functional training concepts. 

Rather than overwhelm me with a lot of new information, it has actually simplified things into a usable system that I have started using straight away. I can't think of another training course I have done that has been as effective for me.” - Jason Cunanan

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Shaneal Diiren, says: “...a must for trainers who want to become superstar coaches!” 

“Absolutely loved both the MFT and the MRC courses. Met some amazing people who still inspire me today.  These two courses are a must for trainers who want to become superstar coaches!  

These two courses alone are what is going to allow me to shape my future in the fitness industry.” - Shaneal Diiren

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Daniel Marshall, says: “Very structured and comprehensive course. Bringing to the forefront the concept of functional training with the tensegrity model which is training Gold…”

“Very structured and comprehensive course. Bringing to the forefront the concept of functional training with the tensegrity model which is training Gold. 

The one year time period for completion sounds like a long time but don't be fooled. You pretty much use it all practicing exercises and using equipment you may not have encountered before. 

You will also need to work on your own strength for the practical assessments which takes time to meet the weight and reps prescribed. MFT Instructors are accessible throughout to check your form via online videos you submit as is a helpful training team to answer any questions or queries.

Special thanks to Sammy Soames for constantly checking up that the course is going smoothly and taking the time to think of solutions to each individual's varying business situations.” - Daniel Marshall

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F D, says: “...it has really helped me to become a better coach who can train people functionally which not a lot of coaches do in today's era…”

“I have done a master functional trainer certification level 3 course and it was truly an amazing experience. 

The faculty is very supportive and replies to your queries on time. It was a virtual course experience but I'd say it was pretty smooth. 

Proud to be a Master Functional Trainer it has really helped me to become a better coach who can train people functionally which not a lot of coaches do in today's era.” - F D

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