For Coaches & Trainers
Obstacle Race Trainer Course
A certification path for coaches who want to teach obstacle race preparation using the Race Day Domination methodology.
Teach the RDD System
The Obstacle Race Trainer Course is built around the Race Day Domination training system — the same progressive plan used to prepare athletes for obstacle races, mud runs, and adventure challenges.
Prospective instructors learn how to deliver structured programming that moves athletes from a general fitness base into race-specific skills, drills, and techniques.
- Coaching framework grounded in the RDD progression.
- Methods to teach race skills including climbing, grip-strength, jumping, and landing.
- Tools to structure sessions around bodyweight strength, stamina, and mental toughness.
What Coaches Learn
The course focuses on translating the RDD program into repeatable coaching sessions. Instructors gain a clear structure for progressing athletes safely through demanding obstacle race preparation.
- How to assess an athlete's starting fitness and select the right entry point.
- Programming strength, conditioning, and skill work for varied environments.
- Coaching cues drawn from the RDD exercise video library.
- Guidance on supporting recovery and fueling aligned with the program's healthy eating guide.
Who It's For
The course suits trainers working with obstacle race athletes, mud run competitors, and adventure challenge participants — from first-time finishers to experienced racers.
- Gym coaches adding obstacle race prep to their programming.
- Personal trainers building race-ready clients.
- Experienced athletes moving into coaching.
Course Snapshot
- FormatInstruction built on the RDD training system
- FocusObstacle race coaching methodology
- FoundationDeveloped alongside the Hybrid Race Team
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