October is "Awareness" Month - Learn to Use the T.E.D. Compass (Technique, Effort, Discomfort) - Plus 7 New Monthly Program Specials Across the TACFIT Catalog!

October is "Awareness" Month - Learn to Use the T.E.D. Compass (Technique, Effort, Discomfort) - Plus 7 New Monthly Program Specials Across the TACFIT Catalog! -

October is "Awareness" Month - Learn to Use the T.E.D. Compass (Technique, Effort, Discomfort) - Plus 7 New Monthly Program Specials Across the TACFIT Catalog! -

TACFIT

TACFIT L1 Official Testing Standards

TACFIT® Level 1 Certification – Field Instructor (FI)

Official Testing Standards and Program Structure

Program Structure

The TACFIT® Level 1 Certification is an educational and practical training course that integrates foundational principles of movement, biomechanics, breath control, and performance recovery.

Structure:

  • 8-week Online Academy Comprehensive theoretical and practical preparation through the TACFIT Academy digital platform.
  • 3 Workshops Delivered both in-person and online. Each session has a duration of approximately 4 hours and includes progressive instruction and evaluation. Note: Participants may receive pre-recorded workshop content when live attendance is not possible. All materials will remain accessible for review throughout the course duration.
  • 2-day In-Person Certification Weekend Final evaluation and hands-on practice. Each day consists of approximately 6 hours of instruction and assessment.

Learning Objectives and Benefits

Participants will gain in-depth understanding and application of:

  • TACFIT Fundamental Movements Mastery of the six primary movement patterns forming the core of the TACFIT Qualifier protocol.
  • Applied Biomechanics Functional comprehension of the interplay between breath, movement, and structural alignment.
  • TACFIT Training Protocols Exposure to progressive conditioning formats and modular training sessions within the TACFIT system.
  • Multi-tool Training Practical application of tools including bodyweight, clubbells and kettlebells.
  • Post-Certification Access Full access to the TACFIT 26 Program, more than 200 exercises and progressions structured across 26 training sessions.

Equipment Requirements

Participants must have access to the following tools during the certification process:

  • Pull-Up Bar
  • 2 Clubbells Men: 7kg each | Women: 5kg each

Evaluations and Testing

Performance Assessment – TACFIT Qualifier (Recruit Level)

  • Format: 30-minute physical test using the 20/10 interval structure (8 rounds of 20 seconds of work, 10 seconds of recovery, with 1-minute recovery between exercise blocks).
  • Heart Rate Requirement: Average heart rate must remain below 85% of theorical maximum.
  • Minimum Passing Scores by category:
    • Standard – Under 35 years of age: 45 points
    • Master 1 – Ages 35–49: 40 points
    • Master 2 – Ages 50+: 35 points

Technical Evaluation

Candidates must demonstrate technical proficiency in the following:

  • Hollow-Body Pull-ups: Men: 3 reps | Women: 1 rep
  • Double Arm Cast (Alternating) – 5 repetitions per side
  • Double Swings – 10 repetitions
  • Gamma Cast (Two Hands) – 5 repetitions per side
  • Quad Press – 10 repetitions

Retesting Policy

Participants who do not meet the required standards for any portion of the certification assessments, including technical, performance, or coaching evaluations, may retest the failed components at any time within three months following the certification weekend. There is no requirement to wait before attempting a retest.

The first retest within this three month period is included. Any additional retesting attempts within the same three month window will require a $250 administrative fee. All retests must be scheduled and conducted with an authorized TACFIT Master Coach, Team Leader or Senior Instructor.

Other Testing Standards:

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