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Your Proven Path to Movement Mastery

MOVED Academy's Level 1 Certification is a comprehensive self-paced program that transforms ambitious coaches into sought-after movement authorities. Learn at your own pace through our complete methodology with lifetime access to deep-dive modules, practical assessments, and a comprehensive final exam. Master the elite knowledge, practical skills, and professional confidence to solve complex movement challenges on your schedule.

  • Master Client Assessment

    Apply the MOVED methodology through practical video-based client assessments. Demonstrate your understanding with real-world application exercises completed at your own pace.

  • Final Exam

    Comprehensive final exam covering practical scenarios and the MOVED methodology. Score 85%+ to earn your certification. Unlimited attempts included with lifetime access.

  • Level 1 Certification

    Become a MOVED Academy Level 1 Certified Coach.

Join 500+ Certified MOVED Coaches Worldwide

✓ 500+ Coaches Certified Worldwide

✓ 25+ Countries Represented

✓ 4.9/5 Average Student Rating

✓ 95% Would Recommend to a Colleague


Is This Certification Right for You?

Ambitious coach ready to command results? Health professionals seeking skill depth and career impact? Trainers who crave the power, confidence, and clarity to become true movement leaders? This course is for you.

If 3+ of these describe you, this certification was designed for your exact situation:


Are you facing these frustrations:


✗ You're tired of referring clients out because you hit your knowledge ceiling

✗ You watch clients move in a way that doesn't look right, but not quite sure why

✗ You lack confidence solving complex pain and compensation patterns


Do you want to:


✓ You want to master full-body assessment, not just isolated techniques

✓ You're ready to become the movement authority clients seek out

✓ You want a systematic methodology, not more random certifications


Are you looking to build these skills:


✓ Breathwork mastery for stress and performance

✓ Practical anatomy you can apply immediately

✓ Nervous system influence on movement and pain

✓ Root cause analysis for client pain and dysfunction

✓ Build well-balanced programs that eliminate gaps

✓ Find your coaching identity and authentic voice

What people are Saying

Mathew Adams

5 star rating

“Richard's passion and knowledge made the learning experience enjoyable, and I was able to apply what I learned to help my athletes overcome recurring pain and injuries. Highly recommend this course to any coach looking to elevate their athletes' p...”

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“Richard's passion and knowledge made the learning experience enjoyable, and I was able to apply what I learned to help my athletes overcome recurring pain and injuries. Highly recommend this course to any coach looking to elevate their athletes' performance!”

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Jason Craimer

5 star rating

“ As someone who is passionate about fitness and wellness, I knew that having a thorough understanding of anatomy was essential for my success. What I didn't know was just how much this course would exceed my expectations. Richard did an amazing jo...”

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“ As someone who is passionate about fitness and wellness, I knew that having a thorough understanding of anatomy was essential for my success. What I didn't know was just how much this course would exceed my expectations. Richard did an amazing job of presenting complex concepts in a way that was easy to understand, and the practical application exercises were incredibly valuable in helping me to apply what I had learned. I now have a newfound appreciation for the intricacies of the human body and how it functions during exercise. If you're serious about your career in the health and fitness industry, then this course is an absolute must! Many thanks to coach Richard for creating such an amazing resource.”

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Hannah Larson

5 star rating

“The course added so much depth to what I already do on a daily basis. The depth of the concept were brought to life with simple and practical applications on the gym floor.”

“The course added so much depth to what I already do on a daily basis. The depth of the concept were brought to life with simple and practical applications on the gym floor.”

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Requirements to Get Certified

  • Online Course Material
    Complete MOVED’s core principles: master anatomy, biomechanics, and assessment tools with engaging real-world content.

  • In-Person Assessments

  • Complete 12 successful client assessments at your own pace, refining your ability to pinpoint imbalances. Submit video assessments for review and feedback from MOVED Academy Instructors.

    Final Exam
    Test your expertise with a comprehensive final exam that covers everything from assessments to practical scenarios. Score a minimum of 85% to become certified.

FAQ

  • How long do I have access to the course?

    Lifetime access! Once you enroll, you'll have unlimited access to all course materials, videos, and resources forever. Learn at your own pace without any pressure or deadlines.

  • Do I need to be certified already?

    No previous certifications required. However, you should have foundational movement knowledge and coaching experience to fully benefit from the advanced methodology taught in this program.

  • What's the time commitment?

    The program is completely self-paced, so you decide how quickly or slowly you progress. Most coaches complete the certification in 3-6 months while dedicating 5-10 hours per week, but you can take as long as you need with lifetime access.

  • What's your refund policy?

    30-day transformation guarantee. If the program isn't the right fit for you within the first month, we'll provide a full refund—no questions asked. Your satisfaction and growth are our priorities.

Course curriculum

    1. Introduction

    2. What to expect

    3. Your Support System and Important Links!!!

    4. Your First Action: Post Your Introduction

    5. Where Are You as a Coach?

    1. Who Are You?

    2. Experiences

    3. Values and Principles

    4. Who are you as a coach?

    5. Overview of Four Pillars of a Coach

    6. The Stuntman

    7. The Philosopher

    8. The Scientist

    9. The Businessman

    10. Training - Physical, Mental, Emotional

    11. Stimulus - Exercise is the Byproduct

    12. Objective - The Vision

    13. Stimulus training

    14. Pause & Integrate: Your Coaching Identity Checkpoint

    1. Balanced Program

    2. How We Build Strength

    3. Skill to Intensity Ratio

    4. Exercise Breakdown

    5. What is the polyvagal theory and its function in the body

    6. Phylogenetic Hierarchy and the Polyvagal Theory

    7. Workout Guidelines for the Nervous System

    8. Phylogenetic Workout

    9. Mobility and Breath

    10. Move with your breath

    11. Heart and breath

    12. Importance of a Grunt

    13. Maximal Sympathetic Arousal

    14. States, the Heart, and Breath

    15. Air Squats

    16. Backsquats

    17. Bracing for the heavy lifts

    18. Action

    19. Sumo Deadlift

    20. Breathing for the Deadlift

    21. Bench Press

    22. Pressing

    23. Broad Jumps

    24. SB tosses

    25. Fight Workout!

    26. Challenge your Comfort

    27. Intensity with Coherence

    28. Homework with the Ghost

    29. Submit Your Homework with the Ghost

    1. Tension Over Position

    2. Torque Chains

    3. Oblique Opener (physical Swami) - testing the Internal Torque Chain

    4. Internal Torque

    5. External Torque

    6. Swami

    7. Test Upper Body - Overhead press/position

    8. Iliopsoas Muscle Group

    9. Transverse Abdominis

    10. Rectus Abdominis

    11. Obliques - Internal and External

    12. Lumbar and Thoracic Erectors

    13. Psoas Raises into running/Walking

    14. Time Under Pressure

    15. The Glutes!

    16. Glute Bridges

    17. Hamstrings

    18. Quadriceps

    19. Cyclist squats and Goblet Squats

    20. Calves

    21. Pectoralis Major

    22. Latissimus Dorsi & Teres Major

    23. Jumping Pull Ups

    24. Row Variations

    25. Deltoids

    26. Trapezius

    27. Tricep/Bicep/Forearms

    28. Floor Press

    29. Curl Variations

    30. Shrug Variations

    31. Bonus Content - Jumping Dips

    1. Overview of guidelines!

    2. The Win

    3. The Client History

    4. The Eye Test

    5. Upper Body and Lower Body Examples

    6. Exercise Choices and Order

    7. Imbalances and the Theoretical Approach

    8. Muscle Displacement Patterns

    9. Muscle Displacement Patterns Upper Body

    10. Muscle Displacement Patterns Lower Body

    11. Strengthen the Structure and fix 95% of the problems! Exercise is the Byproduct

    12. Addressing a Deficiency

    13. Assessment Overview and examples

    14. All the Assessments Playlist

    15. Hinge Movement Patterns - Gym Setting

    16. Overhead Mobility

    17. Push Movement Patterns

    18. Imbalances in a Hinge

    19. Assessing Jumps

    20. Imbalances in Push Ups

    21. Overhead Pressing

    22. Upper trap Discomfort

    23. Solution For Upper Trap Dominance

    24. Middle Trap and Supra/infraspinatus

    25. Solution for Mid Trap/Inflamed Supra/Infraspinatus

    26. First Rib and side deltoids discomfort

    27. Lower Traps and Scapular muscles

    28. Brace the Impact

    29. Golfers Elbow

    30. Tennis Elbow

    31. Pull Movement Patterns - Gym Setting

    32. QL

    33. Lumbar Erectors

    34. Sacral Pain

    35. Iliacus

    36. TFL

    37. Groin/ Pyramidalis

    38. Submit Your Full Client Assessment

    1. Final Exam

About this course

  • $1,497.00
  • Lifetime Access - Learn at Your Pace
  • Active Private Community (500+ certified coaches worldwide for peer support)
  • 8 Modules | 180+ Lessons | 50+ Hours