Newton Running is launching a national certification program for coaches across the US who are interested in teaching the fundamentals of natural running.
The program is designed to give coaches the knowledge and tools to teach and analyse natural running form as well as present natural running talks and clinics.
To become a certified coach, an individual must demonstrate a natural running form (including Chi, Pose, Evolution or barefoot styles), submit three coaching references and attend a three-day Newton Running instructor workshop.
The certification course includes classes on running biomechanics, gait and posture analysis, proper shoe fitting, form drills, strength and balance exercises and effective teaching techniques. Course participants must pass a final written and oral exam to receive certification.
"In the past two years we have travelled to over 50 retailers across the country offering natural running clinics for the public," said Ian Adamson, Director of Research and Education for Newton Running.
"The response has been overwhelming and it quickly became clear there is a demand from runners who want to improve their form and reduce injuries."
Newton has already conducted two sold-out natural running coach courses in the past month and has plans for many more throughout the year.
