About the Course
Restore Balance. Unlock Potential. Transform Lives.
Kinetic Chain Release (KCR) is a gentle yet powerful system of mobilizations and stretches designed to bring the body back into balance. Developed by Scottish physiotherapist Hugh Gilbert, KCR follows a precise protocol that systematically releases tension and restores alignment across the entire kinetic chain from head to toe.
This approach is deeply restorative, non‑invasive, and suitable for people of all ages and physical conditions. KCR helps improve posture, ease movement, and support the body’s natural healing processes. Many clients experience significant relief from chronic pain, including issues related to the back, hips, knees, shoulders, and more.
KCR is often described as deceptively simple yet profoundly effective - a holistic reset for the body that enhances physical performance, supports recovery, and promotes long‑term wellbeing.
Why Learn KCR?
Expand Your Skillset
Learn a scientifically peer‑reviewed protocol that integrates seamlessly into any practice. KCR works beautifully as a standalone session or as an enhancement to movement, recovery, or hands‑on care.
Versatile for All Client Populations
KCR sessions are performed fully clothed, making them easy to incorporate into massage therapy sessions, fitness environments, wellness studios, and athletic settings.
Practitioner‑Friendly
The gentle, structured nature of KCR allows you to deliver effective sessions without strain - ideal for massage therapists, trainers, and movement professionals who work with clients back‑to‑back.
Global Community
Join a growing international network of heart-centered practitioners who value clear structure, compassionate care, and evidence‑informed hands‑on work.
Proven Results
KCR supports relief from many pain‑related patterns and enhances functional movement, recovery, and performance - whether in clinical settings, gyms, studios, or everyday life.
Course Overview
This immersive two‑day training offers 15 hours of hands‑on instruction in the full 23‑step Kinetic Chain Release (KCR) protocol. Designed for both beginners and seasoned professionals, the course provides a comprehensive foundation in this powerful, whole‑body balancing technique.
Participants will gain the skills and confidence to begin practicing KCR immediately, with a focus on precision, safety, and client‑centered care. Upon successful completion, students earn the title of Certified KCR Practitioner.
Accreditation
This course is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) and offers 15 CEUs for massage therapists and bodyworkers.
KCR is also approved for 1.5 CEUs through NASM & AFAA, making it an excellent continuing education option for fitness professionals, personal trainers, and movement specialists.
Pathway to Bodywork Mastery
KCR is the first step in our 5‑course journey designed to:
Grow your business
Build confidence
Deepen self‑discovery
Create lasting transformation for you and your clients
Who Can Join?
This course is open to all experience levels - massage therapists, personal trainers, fitness professionals, yoga teachers, Pilates instructors, and anyone working in movement, recovery, or hands‑on care.
It’s also a wonderful fit for individuals who want to learn KCR for personal development, or to support the wellbeing of their family, partner, or loved ones.
Whether you’re building professional skills or learning to care for the people in your life, KCR offers a clear, accessible protocol that anyone can learn.
Ready to Begin?
Join us and become part of a global movement dedicated to healing, balance, and empowerment. Dates and locations for this course are shown below:
March 15-16, 2026 I 9-5:30 *This course is full. Call to be put on a waitlist. Center for the Healing Arts, 8102 Town Center Blvd., Voorhees, NJ 08043 Register: https://form.jotform.com/240035693281151
April 11-12, 2026 I 9-5:30
StretchSource, 550 W. Main St., Boonton, NJ 07005
Register: https://www.kcracademy.com/kcr-trainers/kristen-ogrady/
April 18-19, 2026 I 9-5:30
Therapeutic Massage & Training Center, 560 Springfield Ave., Westfield, NJ 07090 Register: https://www.kcracademy.com/kcr-trainers/kristen-ogrady/
April 25-26, 2026 I 9-5:30 Embodied Healing Bodywork, 46 Stony Brook Rd., Hopewell, NJ 08525 *This course session is for those exploring bodywork for personal growth not professional practice. Register: https://www.kcracademy.com/kcr-trainers/kristen-ogrady/
August 23-24, 2026 I 9-5:30
Center for the Healing Arts, 8102 Town Center Blvd., Voorhees, NJ 08043
Register: https://form.jotform.com/240035693281151
October 5-6, 2026 I 9-5:30 (Mon/Tues) Embodied Healing Bodywork, 46 Stony Brook Rd., Hopewell, NJ 08525 Register: https://www.kcracademy.com/kcr-trainers/kristen-ogrady/
November 7-8, 2026 I 9-5:30 StretchSource, 550 W. Main St., Boonton, NJ 07005 Register: https://www.kcracademy.com/kcr-trainers/kristen-ogrady/
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