Kettlebell and Functional Strength Training in Connecticut with Adam Farrah
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I’m currently living working and training in beautiful Old Saybrook, CT. As of this writing (7/11/2010) I don’t have a training location, but that should change pretty soon. In the meantime, I’m available for private lessons by arrangement and am looking into doing some group classes outdoors. Feel free to contact me with questions or for more information.
My experience and training is highly varied and eclectic. My current interest and passion is in functional strength and kettlebell training. I’ve been highly influenced by the CrossFit methodology and continue to be active in the CrossFit community. I’ve trained with some of the top coaches in the CrossFit and Kettlebell Communities and I continue to seek out training opportunities every chance I get.
I’ve also been involved in Martial Arts for most of my life and currently study Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts.
I have a strong interest in Paleo diet and health and continue to expand my knowledge in that area as well. You can read more about Paleo on my blog, practicalpaleolithic.com and you can find out more about nutrition and diet coaching with me here.
My Core Health and Strength Training Philosophy
My own personal brand of training is:
Kettlebells
CrossFit
Powerlifting
Running
Paleo Diet and Lifestyle
My core training philosophy is that there are certain fundamental movements and modes of exercise everyone can and should be doing. I believe in a basics first approach and will drill and refine basic techniques continuously with those I coach. There’s plenty of room for variety, intensity and “the cool stuff” but never, ever at the expense of the basic movements like Kettlebell Swings, Barbell Deadlifts, Cleans, Kettlebell Get Ups and all the other great movements that a lay a lifetime foundation for training longevity and health.
Current Training Experience and Certifications
- 2007 – IKFF Kettlebell Teacher (Personally coached and certified by Steve Cotter and Ken Blackburn)
- 2009 – CrossFit Level 1 Coach
- 2009 – CrossFit Running and Endurance Certificate
- 2009 – CrossFit Gymnastics Certificate
- 2010 – CrossFit Rowing Certificate
- 2010 – CrossFit Strongman Training Certificate
- 2010 – CrossFit Powerlifting Certificate (with Louie Simmons himself! www.westsidebarbell.com)
- 2009 – Present – Continually coached by Nutrition and Training Expert Robb Wolf
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My husband and I are returning home to Deep River, CT in December after spending the past 2 yrs living in Brazil. We are interested in more information on classes you may be giving – in particular those involving kettlebells. Do you have a location in the Old Saybrook/shoreline area? Thanks!
I am interested in Kettlebell and Crossfit training. Please tell me what is available.
Thanks,
Chris King
Hi Chris! What part of CT are you in?
Adam
Aloha!
I think we trained with you ONCE….when you first opened your box……it looks very familiar to us! I was hung over and the wod was this suck ass burpee pull up million rounds of thousands of each..did I mention I was badly hungover and you and my husband thought my almost puking was funny.
I am almost sure it was you…We are David and Jill Weinstein in Hawaii,
I’m pretty sure I remember you guys, Jill!
Hi Adam!
I had no idea you lived and coached in CT! I live in Northeastern CT. What is involved in training with you? I am really interested.
Thanks!
Jolene
Hey Jolene!
If you’re willing to make the trek to Old Saybrook we can definitely do some training. I’ll send you an email…
Adam
Hi Adam,
Do you offer any specific training with proper use of kettlebell? I would like to increase core strength for back pain issues.
Thanks!
Dave
I do, David! Are you in CT? I’ll email you..
Adam
Yes, I’m in Ivoryton. I’m also a member of the Old Saybrook Racquet Club so I do frequent Old Saybrook quite often.
Dave
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