KAATSU Specialist Certification Program
$325.00
The KAATSU Specialist Certification Program is available for interested individuals, coaches, trainers, physical therapists, chiropractors, and medical personnel to learn how to safely use KAATSU most effectively and efficiently for individuals of all ages and abilities for goals that range from athletic performance and rehabilitation to recovery and wellness.
The KAATSU Specialist Certification Program is an online education program that offers detailed information, background, protocols and explanations of the KAATSU mechanism. Interested individuals, coaches, trainers, physical therapists, chiropractors, and medical personnel can learn how to safely use KAATSU most effectively and efficiently for individuals of all ages and abilities from athletic performance and rehabilitation to wellness and recovery.
The easy-to-follow program includes over 60 chapters with a variety of specialized content that includes descriptions about several dozens of different KAATSU applications and dozens of digital magazines and podcasts to many illustrative photographs and many videos on how to use safely, wisely and effectively. On average, it takes 2~3 weeks to learn the course material. There is an online test administered when a student feels they are ready to challenge the examination. A grade of 90% is required to pass the examination.
The content is comprehensive with chapters aimed at:
- Olympians to Paralympians
- Professional, collegiate, competitive and weekend athletes
- Tactical athletes including military personnel, police and firefighters
- Young and older
- Competitive and sedentary
- Able-bodied and disabled individuals
- Individuals undergoing prehab and rehabilitation
If information on more unique applications (e.g., for pole vaulters, breaststrokers, or people with cerebral palsy or multiple sclerosis) is desired, the KAATSU Specialist Certification Program enables direct communications (Q&A) with the KAATSU Master Specialists.
KAATSU Specialists are also added to the KAATSU Master Specialist page on the website, enabling free advertising as KAATSU Master Specialists in their local area. Because KAATSU is rapidly growing on a global basis, many interested users and potential clients are always asking for Specialists in their area.
KAATSU is considered generally safe, but there are contraindications you should be aware of. You should consult your physician or other health care professional to help you determine whether KAATSU use is right for your unique needs.
KAATSU Contraindications
The contraindications to KAATSU use are largely the same as the contraindications to exercise as recommended by the American Heart Association. These are:
- Acute myocardial infarction (MI / “heart attack”), within 2 days
- Ongoing unstable angina
- Uncontrolled cardiac arrhythmia with hemodynamic compromise
- Atrial fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, or a serious case of cardiac insufficiency (NYHA class IV)
- Active endocarditis
- Symptomatic severe aortic stenosis
- Decompensated heart failure
- Acute pulmonary embolism, pulmonary infarction, or deep vein thrombosis
- Acute myocarditis or pericarditis
- Acute aortic dissection
- Physical disability that precludes safe and adequate exercise
In addition, to be safe, people with an acute infection, unclear tumour status, acute vena cava dissociation, macular degeneration, chronic lymphedema, pregnancy, or severe hypertension (Systolic >180 or Diastolic >110) should also avoid using KAATSU. We also recommend that children under age 14 do not use KAATSU.
KAATSU protocols have not been evaluated by Health Canada. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease and its use should be evaluated by your own physician before use.
This website does not provide medical advice. The information including, but not limited to, text, graphics, images, videos, and other material contained on this website are for information purposes only. Although we strive to provide accurate general information, no material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health care or exercise regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
KAATSU protocols have not been evaluated by Health Canada. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease and its use should be evaluated by your own physician before use.
Mark Kawabe is a Personal Training Specialist (PTS) and a certified KAATSU Specialist, but is not YOUR PTS or KAATSU Specialist. A client relationship with you with respect to training is only formed after we have expressly entered into a written agreement with you that you have signed including our fee structure and other terms to work with you in a specific manner.
KAATSU is considered generally safe, but there are contraindications you should be aware of (see “KAATSU Safety” tab). You should consult your physician or other health care professional to help you determine whether KAATSU use is right for your unique needs. KAATSU Canada and its directors are not liable for any issues associated with you using or acting upon the information contained on our site, or from using the products available to purchase through our site.
