How It Works

RTS Foundations is delivered through a combination of required online education and in-person weekend practical labs.

1. Required Online Lectures (26 hours)

Before attending any practical lab, participants must complete the RTS Foundations Online Lectures at exerciseprofessional.com. These lectures provide the foundational knowledge necessary to fully engage in the hands-on learning experience.

Lecture Modules Include:

1001 Rethinking Exercise: Evolving from a Participant to a Professional
1010 Client-Defined: The Details
2201 Force 1
2401 Torque 1
2403 Resistance Mechanics 1
2404 Muscle Mechanics 1
2501 Orchestration

How to Access:

Register for the online lectures through exerciseprofessional.com.
Complete all 26 hours of content.

2. Practical Labs (In-Person Weekend Courses)

RTS Foundations Practical Labs are conducted as small-group, hands-on sessions where participants apply lecture concepts in real time. Each lab emphasizes exercise analysis, execution, and delivery using the Continuum Training® thought process.

Key Features of Practical Labs:

Three specialized two-day courses: Spine/Trunk, Lower Extremity, Upper Extremity.
Courses may be taken in any order (recommended sequence provided).
75% hands-on learning with live demonstrations and participant involvement.
Group-based learning using volunteers and real movement scenarios.
Focus on continuous monitoring, client feedback, and strategic progression.

The practical labs are designed to help professionals immediately apply what they learn, improving the quality and value of their very next client sessions.