Denis Vasilev

Denis Vasilev

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11 times World Champion in Kettlebell Sport;
Master Coach at Orange Kettlebell Club
I'm competing still and sharing my experience.

Teaching Kettlebell Sport "in-person" and ON-LINE to everyone who's interested: Beginners, Amateurs, Professional lifters.

07/21/2026

81reps in 7min
LONG CYCLE 2x28kg
Pace: 10,11,12,11,12,11,14rep

That was good !
Plan was to get 11.5rpm on average.
Three ways to do it:
1. 12,11,12,11,12,11,12reps
Felt a bit too aggressive.

2. 11,12,11,12,11,12,12
Better, but the pace wave breaks in the last two minutes.

3. 10,11,12,11,12,11,12
This one I liked the best - very peaceful start.
Good pace wave- easy 6th minute to generate energy for the last minute .
Worked so well, I’ve managed 14 reps for the last minute !

Pace planning is so important 🙌
Never underestimate it.
Find a few minutes to really think about it before you’ll start your set.

07/18/2026

Workout of the day:
LONG CYCLE 2x28kg
1’x10sets (1’ rest)
14/14/14/15/15/15/15/15/15/16reps

GPP:
20 Jump Squats 28kg
5 Muscle Ups
20 Fist Push Ups
10 Toes to Bar
TWO ROUNDS

Very happy with this workout, especially LC.
Glad I was able to upgrade to 15rpm from the 5th set, hold it till the last set, and 16 reps for the last one !

07/16/2026

Workout of the day:
LONG CYCKE 2x28kg
2’ x 5sets (2’ rest)
12,12/12,12/12,13/12,13/12,14reps

NORCAL Kettlebell Sport Competition is coming on August 1st!
So far on a good track.
Should be ready by then!

07/14/2026

Fellow kettlebell sport athletes know the feeling…

You’re going at max pace through ten 1-minute intervals with 1 minute of rest between each.

The final sets push your heart rate past 180 bpm.
And when it’s over, you’re sitting there thinking:

“Man, what just happened?”
I’ve barely survived it, I feel like dying, and it was awesome. 😅
I’m done for now…

But I’ll definitely do it again.

07/10/2026

BellSlingers Competition | Video Submission
10min LONG CYCLE 2 x 26kg (24kg division)
Unofficial result: 116 reps

It was a very interesting challenge to lift these odd weights - not as heavy as 28kg, but heavier than 24kg.

Very useful- improves your adaptation skills.

Photos from Denis Vasilev's post 07/07/2026

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN

IKO Kettlebell Sport Instructor Certification – LEVEL 2

Performance & Higher Standards

November 14–15, 2026
ONLINE via Zoom

Level 2 is designed for athletes and instructors who already possess foundational kettlebell sport skills and are ready to take the next step.

Topics include:

• Double Kettlebell Technique
• Competition Rules & Regulations
• Strategic Planning & Workout Programming
• Specialized Physical Preparation (SPP)
• Video Analysis & Error Correction
• Coaching Development

Upon successful completion, participants will be eligible to coach beginner and intermediate athletes and teach the IKO Level 1 Certification Course.

❗️Successful completion of IKO Level 1 Certification or equivalent practical experience is strongly recommended.

⚠️Limited spots available.

Registration is now open.
[Link is in the BIO]



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Photos from Denis Vasilev's post 07/06/2026

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN

IKO Level 1 Kettlebell Sport Instructor Certification

October 17, 2026
ONLINE via Zoom
7:45 AM – 4:30 PM (PST)

The IKO Level 1 Certification is a friendly and welcoming introduction to the world of kettlebell sport.

Designed for individuals with little or no prior experience, this course provides a safe and structured environment to learn the fundamental techniques and principles of the sport.

Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast, personal trainer, coach, or complete beginner, Level 1 is designed to help you build a strong foundation while developing practical skills in:

- Long Cycle
- Jerk
- Sn**ch
- Double Half Sn**ch
- Workout Structure & General Physical Preparation (GPP)
- Basic Training Program Design

No previous kettlebell sport experience is required.

All participants who successfully complete the Knowledge and Practical Tests will receive the:

- IKO Level 1 Kettlebell Sport Instructor Certification

- Kettlebell Sport Lifting Technique Guide eBook included.

⚠️ Limited to 25 participants.

Registration is now open.
[Registration Link is in the BIO]

Looking forward working with you !


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07/05/2026

Something new is coming!

Over the past several months, I’ve been working on further developing the IKO Education System.

Today I’m excited to announce the upcoming launch of the updated and separate events:

✅ IKO Level 1 Instructor Certification

✅ IKO Level 2 Instructor Certification

Whether you’re completely new to kettlebell sport or looking to deepen your coaching knowledge and technical understanding, these certifications are designed to provide a clear pathway for long-term development.

More details coming.
Registration opens tomorrow.

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06/30/2026

Kettlebell Sport LONG CYCLE 2×28kg

In Slow Motion (Front & Side View)

Working on maintaining an upright torso position:

1 — When landing the elbows into the Rack after the Clean.

I’d say I’m doing a pretty good job here.
The torso is quite literally vertical, and the kettlebell weight is being transferred directly into the pelvis through the elbows.

2 — When landing the elbows into the Rack after the Jerk.

Here you can see a slight backward incline.
The truth is that we need to land the kettlebells on the shoulders first to shorten the falling distance. Therefore, we naturally lean back slightly.
The challenge is to keep this lean to a minimum, avoid slowing the kettlebells down on the shoulders, continue the descent, and direct the kettlebell weight into the pelvis through the elbows as they land in the Rack.

06/26/2026

Workout of the day:
2 x 28kg LONG CYCLE
1’,2’,3’,2’,1’ (2’,3’,3’,2’ rest)

14
12,14
12,13,14
13,15
15+1rep

GPP
20 Jump Squats 28kg
5 Muscle Ups
20 Fist Push Ups
10 Toes to Bar
THREE ROUNDS

Getting ready for the NORCAL Kettlebell Sport Competition
in Oakland, August 1st
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