Here is Some Footage From an OKC Level 1 Kettlebell Workshop

    "With the many talented trainers I work with in this industry, those who have developed  their communication skills really stand out to me. John Buckley is one such rare individual who has the 'people skills' to go with his kettlebell instruction talents. John really knows how to connect with people and make them feel comfortable and valuable. That is why I have selected John as one of the assistants for some of my National and International courses. I find that the ability to connect with people is just as important as the ability to develop smart training programs, and John is just the type of trainer that I and the IKFF value to help spread our message of global fitness, health and well-being. Don't pass on a chance to train with John!"

Steve Cotter, Director, International Kettlebell & Fitness Federation  www.ikff.com


 

"John displays all the attributes we value in our IKFF coaches - knowledge, ability, passion for learning & sharing and a genuine concern for his clients and their results.  Train with John and you will not only reach your

goals, but enjoy the process of getting there as well."


Ken Blackburn- Director of operations, IKFF, Owner and Head Instructor of Extreme Athletic Training www.extremeathletictraining.com

 

     The way John teaches is very down to earth yet informative to no limit. His techniques flow through his words into the mindset of his students, me being one of them. I have been working with John for a couple months now, and he never ceases to amaze me. He brings life to a tool that lays still on the floor, with no connection to your body. After working with him, the kettlebell is no longer a foreign object, but part of my body and it's movement. If you are interested in learning kettlebells, John is definately more than worth it. You will walk away a champion.

Nathan Middleton - San Francisco, CA USA

     John is a passionate and committed teacher. He has a gift for diagnosing errors in mechanics and communicating solutions. Using kettlebells as a major part of a comprehensive program, John has remade my body, helping me achieve levels of strength and fitness that I never thought possible. I recommend him wholeheartedly.

Amy Bernstein - San Francisco, CA USA

      John Buckley was highly recommended to me as a trainer by my company president. My first meeting with John made me trust him right away; I could tell he was genuine in his aim to help me meet my fitness goals. I've been training with him for a year and a half and have observed John evolve into an expert while remaining approachable. John has been an inspiration: he's focused, visionary, and truly dedicated to his clients and students. It's an honor to work with this rising star in the kettlebell community. I recommend him if you want to work with someone intelligent, humble, and intuitive about your fitness needs.

Pamela Brown - San Francisco, CA USA

     After training with John consistently for 6+ months, I was left energized, confident, and stronger than ever. John has an amazing way of getting you to work harder than you would ever imagine, making you feel great about yourself, and keeping each workout creative yet focused. After years of weight lifting to stay fit, I was bored and had reached a plateau. John introduced me to Kettlebell training, and initially I resisted the change. With his coaching, I soon found myself shedding pounds, gaining strength and the hour sessions flew by as if they were only minutes. My favorite thing about John is that not only is he extremely knowledgeable and passionate, but he is also tough and holds you accountable. If you are serious about your goals, work with John... he'll do his part to get you there!

Mystie Webster - San Francisco, CA

     Those three words describe the style in which Mr. Buckley attends to the craft, art and science of KettleBells. He combines his dedication to the field with a deep sense of passion and diligence to create the most practical, efficient and enjoyable workout and exercise experience possible. Anyone who is around John knows he will do whatever it takes to ensure he puts not only his mind and heart into his work, but also his soul. If I were recommending KettleBell work to anyone, John would be at the top of my list.

Jarrett Klein Certified Personal Trainer
M.A. Counseling Psychology, w/ a Specialization in Sport Psychology- Bay Area, CA, USA

    I have known John for three years and have had the privilege of taking private sessions with him. I have found him to be an excellent motivator, not only is he passionate and enthusiastic, he also has a clarity on how the body works. I feel totally at ease with his method of teaching. He not only encourages me to go the "extra mile", but makes it an enjoyable experience, injecting his great sense of humor in the process. He is very professional and highly skilled trainer.

Someone who has been instrumental in me finding my new fitness goals.

Nazo - New York, NY

    As a student of kettlebells,I respect and utilize John for both his knowledge on lifting ketllebells and his passion for excelling at it. He is a great instructor and anyone who is looking for a safe,effective, and fun route to mastering kettlebells should look no further than Mr. Buckley.

Casey Krupp - S.F., CA

    John's got me swinging and snatching bells I never thought I could even lift! He's got a natural, no nonsense talent for training-always keeping it safe, fun and focused while pushing you to new levels of strength. Sign me up for more!

Kit Robberson - San Francisco, CA

    I've been training with John for over two years, and doing bells for most of that time. I'd make more progress if I made more of my sessions (I travel a lot for work), but even going just 1-2 times a week, I feel much stronger than when I started. John is very dedicated to his clients and to promoting kettlebelling. He's also a very good teacher and generally a fun guy to train with. I always leave my training sessions in a better mood than when I started, both from a rigorous workout and because John makes me laugh. All around, a great trainer.

Erica Walters - San Francisco, CA

    John really motivates you to do your best. He also has great attention to detail and a deep understanding of how each movement impacts the body. These things combine to make him an outstanding trainer. John keeps the sessions fun and interesting, but each one is a building block to get you to the next level. I've made excellent progress toward my fitness goals over the past four months and highly recommend John to anyone looking to do the same.

Client No. 9 (Larry Rich) - San Francisco, CA

    Mr. Buckley has a passion for his work rivaled only by his desire to learn more, and in turn, teach more. He is extremely articulate in his methods and is on an endless search to learn as much as he can about the science of his work. This drive and attention results in the greatest care and instruction one could want from a trainer, and I am happy to have worked with him. He has made me stronger than I have ever been, and his shared enthusiasm is incredibly motivating, especially when working with kettlebells. On top of all this, he is a great person to be around and always makes me laugh, making it easy to ignore all the suffering he is putting me through.

Julie - San Francisco/Los Angeles

I've been training with John for 2 years now and have really gained from the experience. I started with a more traditional regimen, but as time went by began increasing the focus on kettlebells and now that's all I do. John has learned an incredible amount about different ways to work with, and importantly, enjoy training with "bells" and we always have very productive, intense workouts. I love the bells so much, I even bought my own set, which John helped me select, so I can train with them at home. If you've never trained with kettlebells, you'll love them - but start working with John first so you'll be able to get the most out of your efforts! I give John my top endorsement!

Chip Ridley - Danville, CA

    I have been a personal trainer for over 7 years and thanks to John I have been baptized again into the energy and excitement that is involved with the human body and it's capabilities. His ability to bring enjoyment to the learning process, while at the same time giving the proper direction to speak with intelligence about the material is second to none at this point in my career. I look forward to seeing the rise and impact of kettlebells into mainstream fitness and how J. Buckley sets the bar for proper instruction and demonstration world wide. Thank you Brother, The force will always be with you.

Jeremy Walton- Evolution Revolution LLC. - San Francisco, CA

    I started training with John Buckley about seven months ago not knowing how much my life would improve because of it. From my first meeting with John Buckley, he empowered me to be a stronger woman both physically and mentally. He consistently reminds me that I can do more than what I think I can. His passion for training and for educating people about kettlebells is truly admirable. He monitors my kettlebell workouts so that I'm always moving forward in skill level. When we aren't working with the bells, he is teaching me other moves that will somehow be incorporated into our next kettlebell workout. We work really hard and we laugh a lot; it's a great combination. You will be addicted to working out with John Buckley!
Cristina - San Francisco, CA

   As a long time fitness professional I’ve been lucky to work with a lot of really gifted athletes and trainers. John is one of these. He is the first person I refer clients to if they are traveling in his area cause I know that not only will he push them during their training but also he'll do so in a way that is safe and logically effective. There aren't enough words of praise I can use for this man. It makes me feel good to know that I have someone of such a high caliber to refer people to.
Gavin R Van Vlack RKC - 5 points fitness, New York,NY

   I consider myself to be something of a kettlebell nerd, which makes John the Stephen Hawking of kettlebells. I'm not sure that made any sense. John pursues the study of kettlebell training with a passion and an openness that is rare to see in an industry where oftentimes everyone seems to be in competition, and not in a good way. Many trainers believe there to be some sort of a 'finish line' in skill development, at which point they don't have to bother trying to learn anything more. This is an attitude that John does not share. John will try everything, keep what works, and jettison the rest.
However, I must admit that I thought he was going to be bigger. ;)
Jordan Vezina - Palo Alto, CA USA!