FULLCONTACT

I've watched about half the DVD (Vol. 2). I can honestly say that I've probably learned more from half of Vol. 2 than any other video I've ever received (and I do learn from every video produced by you and your fellow RKCs).

I have been involved in teaching since I was a teenager (teaching Sunday School in my dad's church). Now I am an assistant pastor in charge of the teaching ministry in our church and am also a professional history teacher in a local school. The reason I'm mentioning this is because I think I recognize good teaching when I see it. Your Vol. 2 is loaded. I especially appreciate the progression of body weight only instruction, KB added, and application to the martial arts. I was a head football coach for nearly a decade and still love discussing strategies and techniques with others in the field. I've been replaying each exercise/movement and thinking about their applications to the gridiron.

I'm excited to watch the rest, but had to let you know my immediate impressions.

Again, great job on the DVD. Looking forward to future installments! I have enough to keep me busy for a while though!

Grateful for your work and creativity in the field,

I was awestruck watching your second DVD. In fact, I am still "troubled" how you did the splits on the Bosu and then jumped to opposite side splits on DVD 1 from the split position! Well were do I start — first of all the dynamic movements illustrated with martial arts movements only underline the value that KB training has for so many applications (be it ballistic, ROM, flexibility, focus, balance etc.). I watched the DVD again the following day trying to absorb some of the subtleties that you so eloquently demonstrate.

The ability to dissect each complex series of moves into the basics is what I have learned to appreciate from your instruction and unless these are mastered there is no chance to use heavy KBs as technique will be your weakness. The combination of movements requiring balance (duck squats coupled with pressing) only serves to illustrate how much can be done in such a small space with so very few items such as a couple of KBs. The beauty of your routine is that it is something that one can grow into (for example the shoulder dislocates look ever so easy, yet take a short towel like you demonstrate and one clearly learns the limitations of shoulder flexibility for most) yet have much satisfaction along the way.

What I especially like are the fluid motion (surely your Kung Fu background) of your drills coupled with grueling work required (as evidenced in the 1-count snatch!). I have seen many of the KB DVDs out there and I think your second DVD is at the top in taking the basic exercises to a new level. The towel swings are an ab/oblique 'dream' — don't tell my wife about the towel please!

Your creativity and dedication to excellence is much appreciated and I only wish I could train with you more often. Living in Switzerland has its limitations, however I look forward to our annual session and your next DVD.

Keep up the great work!

The DVD is a classic!

I believe it is the best and most impressive kb DVD on the market.

The format is very effective — kb drill then it's application.

If there are any doubters out there, showing them this DVD will certainly convert them.

Your life long dedication to your training and your art has culminated in a real masterpiece. Great job!

I finally got a chance to sit down and watch your entire DVD. Great stuff! The exercises you propose are like base kettlebell movements on steroids! Combining things like rack holds, snatches and presses with footwork, flexibility and agility movements is a fantastic combination. It targets all the physical attributes a martial artist needs. I am going to start incorporating many of these movements into mine and my student's current training circuits.

Got the DVD late last week and reviewed it quickly before going out of town. An excellent DVD, and a huge improvement in structure and quality from Volume 1 (which was also an excellent DVD, don't get me wrong). A lot of the movements you went over with us in Chicago, but you went through them in much more detail on the DVD. There were obviously some movements I haven't seen before, but they were very easy to see and understand due to the way you taught them. It was also fun to see you tossing someone around (although I think you took it easy on him...heh).

Simple is better, and the apps you demo'd for the movements were right on. The key word is 'instructional', and without someone to convey the movements in a manner that is conducive for the viewer in understanding and applying the techniques, a DVD is worthless. You'll never have to worry about such a thing. Your knowledge of the movements and ability to teach them leaps off the screen. Great job Steve.

I anxiously awaited viewing Steve Cotter's new DVD. His first DVD was very impressive and concise. He pioneered the ideas of positions of strength, and positions of compromise when performing martial based strength moves. His opening sequence would impress anyone, even hard core martial arts practitioners like myself. It would be a hard act to follow. Well,..guess what? Steve's NEW DVD IS WAY, WAY, BETTER.

It is hard to imagine anyone taking an internal martial art like Hsing I, applying the use of kettlebell technology, and coming up with a better DVD than Steve did. It is just that good. Steve reviews the components of Volume One, and demonstrates their combative applications in a demo that shows Steve has skills that work rather than just look pretty. Steve then expands on this base of movement mechanics into other variables such as waist and torso motion, and extensive legwork. Steve's leg strength is nothing short of remarkable throughout the program. Beginners should be forewarned to spend ample months practicing the moves from Full KOntact One before even venturing into the eerie netherworld of Full KOntact Two. What was particularly impressive was the sequencing of the movements that Steve teaches. The root motion is taught. The exercise is then shown in the position of strength, then the position of compromise. Finally Steve shows martial applications of each of the exercises that use kettlebells. Particularly interesting is the Duckwalking and Towel Swinging exercises. These are highly advanced exercises and will certainly give the viewer something to shoot for after some foundational training in the basic positions and movements that are taught as part of the Full KOntact curriculum. I highly recommend this DVD for anyone involved in strength training. It is absolutely necessary to own for anyone in martial arts. If however, you are involved in hardcore strength work, extreme conditioning, combat tested martial arts, and Russian Kettlebells, it would be a crime not to buy it immediately. Steve Cotter is spreading his knowledge to the masses. I for one will be listening. This DVD is a SLAM DUNK.

Full KOntact Kettlebells, Volume II: Applied Strength is a totally awesome follow up to Steve's first DVD. The innovative movements he presents are pure gold for any martial artist. As a martial artist, kettlebell and fitness enthusiast, I was blown away by this DVD. Get it!

I finally got the chance to watch your new DVD a couple of nights ago. You must be from another planet! Krypton maybe??.. Watching you perform the various drills included was both awe-inspiring and daunting at the same time!! Due to my past injuries and current flexibility issues, I'm not sure how many of the listed drills I'll actually be able to incorporate into my own training. But, regardless of my unique situation, you truly have a gifted ability to convey your training knowledge into an understandable format for your viewing audience. While I'm not involved in the martial arts, it is still readily apparent to me how your info can readily/easily be applied to any martial artist's training.

I personally feel that your ongoing contributions to both the martial arts and kettlebell training have been immeasurable! In short, it has been a real pleasure getting to know you personally and having exposure to your training ideas. Thanks for all you have done & continue to do in spreading your knowledge to an audience hungry for credible training information! In my humble opinion, your DVD is a real value for everything it contains within.

Your DVD came last night, and I had one chance to watch it. Amazing work, you should be proud of what you've accomplished. The drills you show, some of them are downright jawdropping. Once again your talent and imagination have surpassed the competition, and you have created something that is both instructive and entertaining (the application segments shine).

I recently purchased your new DVD. I knew I would not be disappointed. Great Job! I WAS HAPPY TO SEE THE CROSS OVER INTO TECHNIQUE. One of the things that impresses me the most about you is your skill in teaching. You are very thorough and take your time. You are very patient and articulate as well. And trust me. I don't give out compliments easy. The only thing I don't like is not having an opportunity to study with you (i.e. not living near you).

Oh my god! You sir are a mutant. I've never seen anyone move like you. Volume 2 is amazing. Your tying together of kettlebells to Bagua & Xing Yi application is fantastic. When you did the alternating KB snatch and then showed application the light bulbs when off (finally). One, its an application right out of a White Crane form I practice and two, it made me understand the movement you were trying to get me to do for the downward bear during our private training session — letting the body expand and collapse & letting gravity do the work.

Fantastic job. I can't wait to practice these drills and torture my students & clients with them!!!!

Steve Cotter's new DVD "Full KOntact Kettlebells Volume 2 " is a testament to Steve's devotion to his art. The DVD is very informative and the production is top notched. Steve not only explains the exercises precisely and clearly, but he goes further to show how each exercise can be used in your daily Martial Arts training. I really enjoyed how he showed each exercise first and then showed how it could be applied in a practical situation. It really gave me a deeper understanding of which muscles I should be using during each exercise. Out of five stars I'd give this one a six!!! Great job Steve and I'm looking forward to some more great DVDs like this one.