Catalyst Fitness 3 Day-Mentorship

2010 Program Dates

• January 29^th-31^st
• April 2^nd-4^th
• June 25^th-27^th
• November 5^th-7^th 

Program Objectives:  Each Attendee will gain a thorough knowledge of:

• How and why Myofascial Slings and Lines play such a large role in Functional Anatomy
• How to systematically perform Static and Dynamic Postural Assessments
• Using the results of your assessments to learn how to create an exercise program that meets all of your clients needs
• How to use technology to be more efficient with your time while producing a higher quality product
• How to use Nomenclature to manipulate exercise Acute Variables to add thousands of exercises to your exercise library
• A step by step plan for starting and running a successful Personal Training Business

Cost: $1299*  Includes airport pick up and return, transportation while in town, meals (3 lunches and 3 dinners), Catalyst Fitness shirt, coffee/beverages, and healthy snacks.  In addition, attendees will receive a 30-minute post-mentorship phone consultation with Bill Sonnemaker.  

Note: Attendees are encouraged to bring a lap top to follow along in class and to complete their homework assignments each night.

Attendees will receive the same business forms and program design tools that we use at Catalyst Fitness in an easy and ready to use electronic format so that they will be able to reproduce amazing and consistent results for their clients when they return home.

Attendees should plan on arriving on Thursday afternoon.

Host Hotel: ask for the Catalyst Fitness rate of $99/night

Embassy Suites Atlanta - Kennesaw Town Center

620 Chastain Road, Kennesaw, Georgia, United States 30144

Tel: 1-770-420-2505   Fax: 1-770-420-2503

Thursday

6:00 P.M. - Meet and Greet in Hotel Lobby

6:15 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. - Receive Mentorship materials and gifts from Sponsors

7:00 P.M. - Depart Hotel for Dinner

7:15 P.M. - Dinner 

Homework Assignment:  Review handouts for tomorrow's sessions!

Friday

8:30 A.M. - Depart from Hotel Lobby for Catalyst Fitness

9:00 A.M. - 10:00 A.M:  A Practical Approach to Functional Anatomy Using Myofascial Slings and Lines 

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM:  Understanding Postural Dysfunction Patterns Through Static and Dynamic Postural Assessments

12:00 P.M. - 1:00 PM - Lunch 

1:00 P.M. - 2:00 PM:  Using 3 Dimensional Nomenclature to Manipulate Acute Variables

2:00 P.M. - 4:00 PM:  Integrated Approach to Program Design:  From Corrective Exercise to Performance Enhancement and Everything in Between

4:00 P.M. - 5:15 P.M:  Where Perception Meets Reality:  An Integrated Approach to Bodyweight Training (lecture and workout).

5:30 P.M. - Depart Catalyst Fitness for Hotel

6:45 P.M. - Meet in Hotel Lobby

7:00 P.M. - Dinner 

Homework Assignment:  Review notes from today's sessions and review tomorrow's handouts!

Saturday

8:30 A. M. - Depart Hotel Lobby for Catalyst Fitness

9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.:  Starting Off On The Right Foot:  Capturing Clients, Intake, Assessments, and Everything in Between

12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M. - Lunch 

1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.:  Client Report and Program Design (interactive-attendees will use their computers here)

4:00 P.M. - 5:15 P.M.:  Advanced Concepts in Bodyweight Training Using Suspension Training 

5:30 P.M. - Depart Catalyst Fitness for Hotel

6:45 P.M. - Depart Hotel Lobby for Dinner

7:00 P.M. - Dinner 

Homework Assignment:  Review notes from today's sessions and review tomorrow's handouts!

Sunday

PLEASE COMPLETE HOTEL CHECKOUT PRIOR TO 8:15 A.M. 

8:30 A.M. - Depart Hotel Lobby for Catalyst Fitness

9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.:  Lecture on How to Start and Run a Successful Personal Training Business 

12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M.:  Lunch 

1:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M.:  Review and Questions

2:00 P.M.:  Photos, Certificates, and say Goodbyes

VANS DEPART FOR AIRPORT AT 2:45 P.M.  NOTE:  AIRPORT IS 45 MINUTES AWAY

Bill Sonnemaker, MS - brings 11+ years of business management and fitness training experience to Catalyst Fitness, which manifests itself in the personal success stories of countless clients, students and companies.

Bill is an award winning Exercise Physiologist, Personal Trainer, and Educator.  He holds a Masters degree in Performance Enhancement and Injury Prevention along with advanced credentials as a Performance Enhancement Specialist, Corrective Exercise Specialist, and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, as well as being an IDEA^® Master Trainer.  Bill holds certifications through PTA Global, the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE). He is also an Examiner for the Medical Fitness Association (MFA) and both a media representative and "Fly Solo" Mentor for the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). In addition, Bill has professional experience as a CDC Research Scientist and a strong academic background in Molecular Biology, Molecular Genetics, and Biochemistry.  His scientific understanding of the human body, with its unique composition and chemistry, lends itself well to a logical approach to individual fitness training.

Although science is the foundation of Catalyst Fitness's approach to fitness and the basis for the remarkable results of the company's clients, Bill also understands that there is an art to working with people.  Catalyst Fitness's underlying philosophy is integrating the art and the science of fitness.

Bill is a long-time fitness advocate and a former member of the U. S. National Wrestling Team.  He has earned incredible personal results, participating and winning national-level bodybuilding and Jiu Jitsu competitions.  His personal success, passion for life-long fitness, client care and concern, and overall enthusiasm provide Bill the unique ability to bring out the best in those that he works with. 

When working with clients, Bill focuses on two key areas. The first is a proper Kinetic Chain Assessment and the second is Functional Training.  Assessing the combination and interrelation of the nervous, muscular, and skeletal systems ensures optimal and efficient human movement.  He uses a Functional Training model that involves exercise prescriptions specifically designed a training model that involves exercise prescriptions specifically designed to improve a client's performance of activities inside and outside the training environment, including specific movements involved in work, sports or other activities of daily life. 

"If one component of the Kinetic Chain is not working properly, the client's movement is ultimately effected.  When a client's ability to move properly is affected their performance decreases and their health is compromised; specifically they are more susceptible to injuries.  A Kinetic Chain Assessment helps to provide the information I need to design an exercise program which meets the musculoskeletal needs of each client."

Educating his clients sets him apart from other trainers. "A lot of trainers don't want to impart too much information to their clients for fear the client will leave them and train on their own. But, I've never lost a client because I've taught them too much". Once clients achieve their goals with Bill, they're hooked. They either set new goals or continuously check in for periodic program updates. 

CATALYST FITNESS As Georgia's only fully accredited and medically recognized personal training and performance enhancement facility, Catalyst Fitness is dedicated to delivering client results that are unrivaled by any other facility.  Our unique scientific approach provides our clients with customized, safe, and effective programming across a broad spectrum of health and fitness goals.  

By integrating a customized training program that uses scientifically valid training protocols and cutting edge equipment we are able to help our clients achieve optimal health and maximum results in the safest, most effective and efficient manner.

CATALYST FITNESS provides:

• A non-intimidating, non-judgmental, exceedingly fun atmosphere 
• State-of-the-art equipment 
• An impeccably clean, well-maintained fitness facility 
• Unique amenities and programs 
• Exceptional client care and service 
• A congenial and knowledgeable staff 
• Individualized fitness programs suited to each clients ability, motivation, and personal circumstance
• Quality workout products 
• Nutritional Counseling
• Nutritional and Sports Supplementation Products

Our areas of specialty:

Science guides the Catalyst Fitness approach to fitness and forms the foundation for the remarkable results our clients achieve.  We focus on two key areas: One, kinetic chain assessments of the muscular, skeletal, and nervous system; Two, functional training exercises and actions designed to improve performance.  The Catalyst Fitness team possesses superior knowledge of exercise movements and program design.  This combination of unprecedented skill along with pioneering spirit is our formula for success, hurdling Catalyst Fitness to the forefront of the fitness industry.

Catalyst Fitness trainers excel in the following categories:

Knowledge of physiology, functional anatomy, and biomechanics

Ability to motivate clients

Knowledge of nutrition

Ability to provide dramatic visible results

Enthusiasm

Ability to improve client's athletic performance

Creativity

Communication skills