A Little About Me...
Welcome! I am Jonathan Arbuckle and I have a sincere interest in improving the fitness of those around me. Your contribution of funds will allow me to earn my certification in personal training and kickboxing so that I can make genuine impact in assisting others achieve their fitness and health goals.
I have always had to be mindful of my fitness. Growing up, I battled, and continue to battle, X-Linked Rickets. Determined not to be hindered by the genetic disease, I used intensive training to build and maintain both mental and physical strength. The very real threat of physical limitation caused me to strive for the best and as a result, I have earned a bachelor’s degree from Hanover College, a masters from Purdue University, and a 4th degree black belt in Kenpo Karate.
The unfortunate economic environment has not allowed me to pursue my first career choice of teaching college full-time, so I am redirecting my efforts towards teaching people in another way—through personal and group training. My unique personal experiences make me a great motivator when assisting others in reaching their fitness goals. Extensive knowledge of anatomy, physical training methods, and overall health awareness allows me to effectively coach my clients towards complete fitness. Not only do they look better, but they feel better as well!
While I currently use my martial arts skills in teaching kickboxing at a local fitness studio, earning my certification in personal training and kickboxing will help me take my expertise to new clients with the ultimate goal of opening my own fitness studio. Having an AFPA certification is instrumental in expanding my client base and helping others to reach their full potential. In addition, obtaining my personal trainer certification provides concrete recognition of my years of experience in the field of physical fitness and athletic training.
Help Me Help Others!
The American Fitness Professionals and Associates (AFPA) Kickboxing and Personal Training Certification costs $740. The certification covers a wide variety of topics including:
- Basic Techniques and Terminology Found in the Martial Arts from Self-Defense, Boxing & Kickboxing
- Training Outlines for A Variety of Classes
- Apply safety techniques and procedures in class to avoid injury.
- Demonstrate correct biomechanics of punching-jabs, cross, upper-cut, hook and straight punch
- Design a Kickboxing class to improve cardiovascular conditioning while improving over-all health
- Implement optimal workouts, including those with no equipment.
- Design educationally- based fitness programs to include cardiovascular training, resistance training and flexibility programs.
- Demonstrate the proper usage of various commercial fitness machines and equipment utilizing appropriate exercise guidelines and spotting techniques.
- Differentiate between appropriate exercise principles and practices for adults, children and older populations
- Starting, Maintaining, and Growing a Successful Personal Training Business
The AFPA certification for kickboxing is the original certification in the field and the personal training certification is held in high regard nationwide.
YOUR Impact
When you donate, you are not just helping me. More importantly, you will ultimately make a positive impact in hundreds of lives in the future! By contributing, you are helping foster a culture of physical fitness, healthy eating habits, and an overall improved quality of life for everyone I train!
