Master Phil Ross, M.S.

The creator of the BodyBell Method®.

Phil Ross created the BodyBell Method®, a system that combines kettlebells, calisthenics and dynamic tension into one approach to strength and health. He is a Master RKC kettlebell instructor and an approved continuing education provider for fitness professionals.

His background includes more than 50 years of martial arts and fitness. He holds black belts in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Lethwei, Taekwondo, and Bando, has been inducted into the Black Belt Hall of Fame, and has trained champions, law enforcement officers, and military personnel.

Today Phil teaches the BodyBell Method to personal trainers, group instructors, physical therapists and other fitness professionals through certifications, workshops and virtual sessions.

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What Phil
teaches.

Master Phil Ross performing a kettlebell press
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Kettlebell Mastery
Certified BodyBell Method instructors holding their certificates
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Instructor Certification
Cobra back stretch from the Get Off Your Back program
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Back Health

Phil's teaching focuses on proper form, functional movement, and steady progression, so students can train safely and keep improving for years.

Whether you are a trainer adding kettlebells to your sessions, a physical therapist looking for recovery tools, or someone who wants to build strength with minimal equipment, the BodyBell Method meets you where you are.

Awards &
achievements.

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Black Belt Hall of Fame
Inducted for lifetime martial arts achievement
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Master Kettlebell Instructor
Master RKC certified and internationally recognized
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ACE Continuing Education Provider
Approved CEC provider for fitness professionals
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Published Author
Managing Back Pain for Dummies, Exercise Snacks and The Kettlebell Workout Library Manual
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50+ Years of Martial Arts
Five decades of training, teaching, and competition
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Multiple Black Belts
BJJ, Lethwei, Taekwondo, and Bando
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BodyBell Method® Creator
Kettlebell, calisthenics and dynamic tension system
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TV & Media Expert
Featured on Newsmax, Fox, and other networks

Watch Phil teach.

Master Phil Ross performing a kettlebell Turkish get-up
The Turkish Get-Up

Phil demonstrates the Turkish get-up step by step.

Kettlebell training with the BodyBell Method
Kettlebell Workshop

Phil leads a kettlebell workshop for fitness professionals earning continuing education credits.

Train with Master Phil.

Interested in the BodyBell Method® certification or training with Phil? Reach out to get started.