The Kettlebell Swing's Magical Ingredient
The hip hinge is crucially important to the swing, and in reality, it is the failure to apply this well that knee caps most trainers attempts to really help their clients to achieve their goals. The cool thing about the SFG certification, is that it equips trainers to progressively teach both the hinged position and the vertical plank required for a great swing. In reality, the swing is a swift transition between these two positions while maintaining an active upper body. When this is done well, people start to experience a bit of the WTH! effect that Pavel talks about in Enter the Kettlebell.
For me, when I learnt to swing properly, and to utilise this hip hinge rather than a 'squatty' movement back when I got my first proper instruction from a hardstyle instructor back in the RKC, I noticed a bunch of great things happen. I noticed my hamstrings getting stronger and not 'twanging' when playing sport, I noticed my posture improve, and the thing that really blew me away, was that I got to experience being faster than people in the sports that I played.
Many people have positive stories to tell about the swing and how it has affected them, but get started by watching the video above, and hopefully, in the near future, I will have something more available to help you on your swinging journey. If there is anything else you want help with or want to learn about, please leave it in the comments below.
Saturday 14 March 2026, 10:00am - 12:00 midday
Saturday 11 April 2026, 10:00am - 12:00 midday
Saturday 23 May 2026, 10:00am - 12:00 midday
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2-hour kettlebell workshop covering the Kettlebell Swing, Goblet Clean, Rafiki Press, and Goblet Squat.
Access to a discounted 4 weeks of unlimited kettlebell group classes
You know those courses/workshops you attend and think ‘huh, yeah I guess I got 1-2 applicable tips’? Well, this isn’t that kind of workshop. We’ve been running it for over 5 years and still get feedback from physios, chiros, athletes, average joes, and everyone in between that it’s the best kettlebell workshop they’ve been to.
This is the perfect workshop for anyone looking to begin training or further their knowledge when it comes to strength and movement. Each workshop is different as we work with the group to establish your individual needs and where your current level of strength is. You’ll learn the basic foundational movements but you’ll also take away a heap of tips and tricks to apply to barbell ad bodyweight training as well. For more information about how we train, you can read more here.
QLD Kettlebells Brisbane is a gym where quality over quantity always wins. Our members have a similar goal; to be able to move well and be strong for a long time. This is why our group kettlebell classes are designed with life in mind. From kids to work and study and everything in between, our training programs are created so that you leave each class feeling better than when you walked in.
Event located at Queensland Kettlebells, Didsbury St, East Brisbane. The venue is at the back of the shed complex on the right.
Please note, we will happily reschedule your workshop if unexpected circumstances arise, and you provide us with as much notice as possible.
Failure to advise us of your non attendance will result in forfeiture of your workshop fee.