Private training
One-on-one and semi-private instruction, for people who want every repetition watched.
For individuals who may not feel ready to join a group class, or who would prefer the more focused experience of personal training, Kettlebells Los Angeles offers one-on-one private training as well as semi-private training for groups of four or fewer.
Sessions last roughly 45 to 55 minutes and are geared towards your exact level of experience, helping you learn and improve your technique so that you can train more safely and get better results in less time.
Who private training suits
- Complete beginners who want the hip hinge and the swing built correctly from the first session rather than corrected later.
- People carrying an injury, where the programme needs to be shaped around a specific limitation and lifts may need to be withheld or substituted.
- Experienced lifters chasing a specific technical goal — a heavier press, a cleaner snatch, a pistol squat.
- Anyone who values discretion or simply does not want to learn something new in front of a group.
- People with unpredictable schedules who cannot commit to a fixed class time.
Semi-private training
Semi-private sessions run with four people or fewer. It is a practical middle ground: most of the individual attention of private training at a lower cost per person, and it works particularly well for couples, families, or small groups of colleagues training together.
Instructors and languages
The instructor group includes both male and female instructors with a wide variety of backgrounds, so it is possible to match an instructor to your ability level and preferences. Instruction has been available in English, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese.
How to arrange sessions
Two routes:
- Contact Dr. Cheng to discuss arrangements.
- Contact one of the instructional staff directly to schedule sessions with the instructor nearest you.
Tell whoever you contact three things up front: your training history, any injuries or medical constraints, and what you actually want out of it. That determines the first session more than anything else.
Private training questions
How many private sessions do I need before I can train on my own?
There is no fixed number, but a common pattern is somewhere between three and ten sessions to build a reliable swing, get-up, and press, after which many people train independently and return periodically for a technique check. Someone rehabilitating an injury usually needs a longer runway.
How much does private kettlebell training cost?
Rates are set independently by each instructor and vary by location and experience, so there is no single published price. Contact the instructor nearest you, or Dr. Cheng, for current rates. Semi-private sessions reduce the cost per person substantially.
Can private sessions happen at my home or office?
Frequently, yes — one of the practical advantages of kettlebell training is that it needs very little space and no fixed equipment. Availability depends on the individual instructor and on travel distance, so ask when you make contact.
Is private training worth it if I have already trained with kettlebells?
Often more so than for a beginner. Experienced lifters usually arrive with one or two entrenched technical faults that are invisible from the inside and that quietly cap their progress. A small number of sessions aimed at those specific faults tends to produce a faster jump than more volume would.
What if I have a back or shoulder injury?
Say so before the first session. This lineage grew out of rehabilitation work, and instructors are trained to screen movement and to modify or remove lifts rather than coach you through pain. Clear the injury with your physician first, then bring their guidance to your instructor.