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Serafeim Eleftheriou
This course will help you better monitor and develop athletes by using force plate data to assess explosiveness, asymmetries, and readiness, allowing you to make more precise training decisions and manage workload more effectively.
The best thing about this course is the practical application—being able to immediately use jump data and metrics to adjust training and improve on-court performance.
Melissa DiTaranto
This course is exceptional. I have thoroughly enjoyed learning about Force plates while understanding phases and what is happening at the phases. As a Sports Physical Therapist, coach and master athlete, I will be using the knowledge to enhance the abilities of my athletes and myself. Dr. Ramsey is an amazing teacher. Not only is he well read, he is experienced and is able to explain complex concepts in an easily understandable way. I love this course and all the courses and information he puts out.
Jake
This course was without a doubt what I was looking for. I will be utilizing this information to further be able to demonstrate my own case studies within force plates. I loved how it covered everything with detail and easy comprehension.
Ben Cleary
Here the Science meets actionable information. Ramsey makes it simple, relevant, and engaging. Highly Recommend!
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Chase Chavez
Dr. Nijem's breakdown of jump phases, force plate metrics, and the application of jumping in practice is invaluable.
Coach wei
After finishing the Applied Performance Coach – Jumping with Force Plates course, my main takeaway is that I had only been using a small portion of what force plates can really offer. In the past, I mostly focused on single outcome numbers like jump height and RSI, maybe checking left–right asymmetry. The course repeatedly emphasized the importance of learning to “read the whole curve” — from countermovement, braking, and the reversal point, all the way to take-off. Every part of the force–time profile tells you how the athlete is actually producing force.
Another big shift for me was the idea that testing should answer specific questions, not exist just for the sake of testing. The course used a lot of practical examples to show that even with common tests like CMJ and DJ, the focus can be very different: explosive strength, fast SSC ability, deceleration capacity, or return-to-play decisions. Each question leads you to look at different variables and interpret the data in a different way. It made me reflect on how often I used to throw all the tests together without clearly defining what coaching question I was trying to answer.
Finally, I really liked how they connected the data back to training prescription: which athletes need more work in the braking phase, who should focus on fast SSC drills, and who might need technical or strategy adjustments instead of just “more strength.” That turns the force plate from a “cool measurement gadget” into a real decision-making tool and a language for communication with coaches.
My next step will be to refine my current CMJ and DJ reporting—adding more phase-specific analysis and clearer visualizations—so that testing is more directly linked to on-court / on-field performance.
DERRICK JEYAKUMARAN
This course is extremely helpful for any practioner that needs guidance and clarity on how to be as efficient and effective on using force plates for the CMJ. Ramsey explains clearly on many ways to use the CMJ to test for performance, fatigue, and return to play. I highly reccommend this course for anyone that wants to improve the testing and assessment protocol with the CMJ on force plates.
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Eric Rash
Coach Ramsey,
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for the incredible work you put into your jumps course. The information was not only directly applicable but also presented in such a clear and relatable way. I truly appreciate how honest and down-to-earth you were throughout, which made the learning experience both enjoyable and impactful.
Based on what I’ve gained from this course, I’ll absolutely be looking to join the next APCC cohort when the timing and budget align.
Thank you again for the value you’ve created and the genuine way you teach, Coach.
With appreciation,
Eric Rash
Gil Weinstein
This course is such a game changer.
Rams has a unique talent of taking subjects that are highly technical and complicated and making them easy to understand and applicable to every sport!
I fully recommend this course to EVERY coach/ practitioner who is working with force plates!
Ignacio Albornoz
The course is truly useful. Combining science with field experience, it clearly and precisely explains CMJ metrics and how to use them in decision-making when creating a training plan. Furthermore, the platform is highly interactive and easy to use.
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Luis Rodriguez Castellano
Ramsey is never a disappointment! I have taken the APC Course and now this Jumping with Force Plates is amazing! It gives you a straight to the point, simple but comprehensive view of jumps and its analysis to understand how to analyze better.
Joshua Taitague
This course will help me with coaching my high school athletes who are looking to improve their performance on the court and field. The best thing about this course so far is the explanations attached to real jump data and charts. The video breakdown side by side the force plate chart has been my favorite piece of this course.
Michael Davie
Ramsey has done an awesome job distinctly summarising this space. I have used force plates for 20years and found this course helpful to look back on foundational principles and current research! Highly recommend this course!
Krzysztof Michalski
Simple lessons, clear explaining. Step by step showing how to use and understand force plates.
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Rick Lefebvre
This course provides so much thorough information on how, why, and when to use force plates. After purchasing two new force plates, I was more than prepared to best utilize force plates with our athletes.
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Mike Robinson
Jumping with force plates is a “Pure Masterpiece”. I learned how to both analyze and interpret metrics. Both performance components will enhance my ability to efficiently program design. Dr. Ramsey, has a very systematic approach that affords each student the opportunity to learn in a basic manner. Jumping with force plates is one of many jewels within the APC content. I fully encourage all coaches to pursue better learning through the performance vehicle of APC. Dr. Ramsey, thank you for sharing your knowledge and helping the coaching community grow as a whole.
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Jake Garrity
Jumping With Force Plates is is the most comprehensive course I have done to date on the topic. Ramsey excels at breaking down a complex subject in a practical way, making it beneficial for both novice and experienced force plate users. No matter your experience level, you'll leave with fresh insights and a refined framework for your implementation of force plates and sequential analysis of the data.
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Tommy Heffelfinger
Dr. Ramsey breaks things down the science beautifully to not only enhance understanding but optimize delivery. After over a decade plus in the field I found actionable information in each lesson to help me continue to grow as a coach.
Patrick Nolan
Jumping with Force Plates has been a tremendous help as we just purchased force plates at our facility and Dr. Ramsey Nijem has made it easier on my life as there is a lot to take in. With all the data and understanding the data, Dr. Nijem has made the complex simple!
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Josh Steward
Another phenomenal course from Ramsey. I highly recommend this to anyone working with athletes. Whether you have never used force plates or have a lot of experience this course is a great tool to use. It is clear how much time and research Ramsey has put into this course to make it beneficial.
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Rich McLoughlin
As the use of force plates becomes more and more ubiquitous, it's important to be armed with the knowledge and expertise necessary to implement force plates at a high level. This course covered every aspect of utilizing force plates in a digestible format while also providing the tools for a deeper dive. If you're a coach, a sports scientist, and just someone interested in the use-cases for force plates, this is the course you need.
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Forrest Nelson
Extremely informative! Ramsey does a great job dissecting all aspects of the CMJ. I am looking forward to applying what I’ve learned and helping pur athletes achieve their goals!
Kyle Cluppert
Dr. Nijem makes this subject supper easy to understand. It is not an easy subject to get a grasp on with the sheer amount of variables that one can look at. Dr. Nijem breaks it down into easy to understand terms. I think the biggest and most helpful thing was the actual breakdown and whiteboard sessions he did. He actually shows what the graph would look like when an actual person does the movement. It was an excellent course and I know the information I gained will help me in my future jobs.
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Daniel Byers
This course provided valuable insights into interpreting force plate data and utilizing it to make informed coaching decisions. It offers a clear and practical approach to understanding complex data, making it an excellent resource for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge of force plates without feeling overwhelmed. I can't recommend it enough!
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Jason Meiring
Ramsey does a great job at taking a subject that can create a lot confusion and uncertainty and breaks it down in a way that all coaches regardless of experience can utilize. Whether you're just getting started in force plates or looking for new ways to integrate force plates with your athletes this course is an excellent tool.
Mervin Lumba
This course has definitely helped me further my understanding of force plate technology. Ramsey explains things simply and thoroughly. I also feel as if now I have the proper knowledge base to explain the utility of force plates to other practitioners. The best thing about this course has been simple visuals that Ramsey provides.
Dustin Willis
As a physical therapist working in sports, bridging the gap between rehab & performance is one of the most nuanced & daunting tasks. Add to that the often overwhelming wealth of information technological advances in sports science along with how much of it all still needs to be fully integrated into PT education, & you can see how any practitioner could be left frustrated with what to do & where to begin.
Jumping with Force Plates not only takes the complex & makes it more easily digestible, but also gives a ton of practical application that can be used immediately.
Morten Mueller
What I love about this course is the combination of visual aids, live examples, and well-structured chapters.
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Nico Scharinger
The course Jumping with Force Plates is helping me tremendously in learning and understanding how to use the data that force plates provide. I highly recommend this course for performance coaches and individuals who are working with athletes to gain a better understanding in this area in order to be able to make the best decisions for the athletes.
Dimitar
What a course!!! Dr. Ramsey went above and beyond in this course from History, Physics, and CMJ Phases all the way to Metrics, Analysis, Fatigue, Asymmetrics and so on. Tons of value, real time video examples and most importantly, you'll have a lifetime access.
Ryan Connor
I started investigating force plates for my private training facility because I felt like I was missing something. I already have a laser timing system and jump mat, but still felt like I had to dive a little deeper.
This course gave me the feeling that I would find what I was looking for in the data provided, and allowed me to buy them and confidently use them as soon as I unboxed them!
I've had force plates now for 3 weeks and have already found some gaps in programming that I had not considered, and probably wouldn't have without seeing the data for myself. I am so thankful this course exists to assist in providing positive adaptations to performance for athletes in my program. Thank you!
Alessio
The best course on the field about force plates! The ability of Ramsey to convey the information and share them with simplicity is the added value. Highly reccomended for those that want to make a big step on strength and conditioning area.
Panagiotis Papatheodorou
Senior Rehabilitation and Strength & Conditioning Coach Skordis Physiotherapy Clinic
I recently had the opportunity to take part in the 'Jumping with Force Plates' course, led by Ramsey, and it exceeded my expectations. As a Rehabilitation and Strength & Conditioning Coach, I found the course to be both insightful and highly practical. The content was well-structured, covering not just the theoretical aspects of force plate technology but also providing hands-on applications that I can directly implement in my practice. Ramsey’s expertise and ability to break down complex topics into easily understandable concepts was invaluable. The course has given me a deeper understanding of how to analyze jump mechanics and leverage force plate data to optimize athlete performance and rehabilitation. I highly recommend this course to any professional looking to enhance their knowledge and practical skills in force plate testing.
Ian Mayers, MS, CSCS
I recently completed the 'Jumping with Force Plates' course, and it significantly expanded my knowledge on the use of force plates in a high-performance setting. The material was broken down in a simple and easy-to-understand way, making it perfect for anyone looking to get into force plates. I highly recommend this course to those wanting to explore the application of force plates in sports science.
Sasho Pecev
I had the pleasure of participating in the Force Plates course led by Ramsey Nijem, and I am thoroughly impressed with both the content and delivery. As a coach, the ability to apply practical and pragmatic approaches is essential, and this course provided exactly that. In today’s world, where an overwhelming amount of information is available online, it’s refreshing to engage with a course that emphasizes logical thinking and offers a structured, clear, and actionable framework. Ramsey's ability to distill complex topics into practical applications was invaluable, making this course not only educational but immediately useful for my work as a coach and a sport scientist. I highly recommend this course to any professional seeking to deepen their understanding of force plates and their applications in sports performance.
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Alex Rosencutter
An amazing course and experience with Coach Ram. The course has helped myself and the coaches I employ master our force plate technology and implement them into our assessment process. A must do for all performance coaches.
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Harman Sidhu
Dr. Nijem does a great job of taking complex topics and research, making it digestible and easy to apply to real-world coaching! He covers various graphs, metrics, and practical considerations regarding CMJ testing. This course is worth the investment for your career.
Jordan Forget
Jumping with Force Plates provides coaches with the information and framework needed to begin understanding and applying force plate testing into their respective setting. As this is one of the first courses of it's kind on this subject matter, I found it to be refreshing, exciting and applicable for coaches with varying levels of knowledge and experience. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to either establish a solid understanding of force plate testing and/or anyone trying to create a framework or philosophy behind their testing rationale.
Austin Sparks
Jumping with Force Plates has been one of the most bang for your buck courses that I have taken in my Sports Performance Career. Ramsey makes the information super easy to digest and applicable to your situation as a coach. If you are a coach that is looking to have a better understanding of force plates and force plates data, look no further!
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Alexander Simonovici
Great course! Really helped me understanding the force plates better! Highly recommended!
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Tayo Akinboboye
Highly recommend taking this course for those who are utilizing force plates! Very comprehensive but structured in a way that’s easily digestible.
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Matt Shubert
I highly recommend Jumping with Force Plates as Ramsey does a great job describing the details while making the information relatable and understandable. The course significantly increased my understanding of force plate metrics and relative data. Coming into a job where I now work with force plates intensively from one where I did not have access to force plates, I wish I could have taken the course sooner.
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Evan Motlong
Another great product by Dr. Ram! Learning in ins and outs of jumping with force plates Is something I have been wanting to do for awhile now, and thanks to Dr. Ram, we have a very comprehensive course! He is very thorough in his explanations, you can tell he cares about the outcomes, and he is here to help serve and grow this community of coaches. Highly recommend!
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Benji Arjona, LAT,ATC
Dr. Ramsey Nijem's course on Jumping with Force Plates has significantly boosted my confidence and deepened my understanding of force plate technology and its applications. I am excited about the opportunity to showcase my skills and knowledge. I recommend this course to all members of the sports medicine staff.
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Jon Williams
Jumping with Force Plates was incredible. Coaches will be able to implement CMJ force plate testing immediately after completing this course!
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Cassidy Papa
The course is incredibly detailed without overwhelming information. It is clinically relevant to any and all types of practitioners working with athletes. It breaks things down nicely and highlights key information that acts as a basis to work off of.
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Brian Serrano
The force plate course by Dr. Ramsey Nijem is overall very well done. It has a great balance between being succinct, yet detailed. It explains theory in great detail, and has practical applications to training and programming.
This course fills a big gap. As force plates become 'commonplace' in sport, it is almost expected for strength coaches, ATs, and PTs to understand how to use them.
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Dalal AlRowaished
This course breaks down force plates into phases that are easier to follow and understand. It has also allowed me to better understand the potential risks of injuries especially in female athletes. Highly recommend this course!
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Brandon Johnson
This course took my knowledge and confidence in working with force plates to a new level. As someone who is relatively new to force plates, I was overwhelmed with all of the data and metrics available. This course broke everything down in a way that made the information retainable and boosted my confidence in working with force plates!
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Alejandro Osuna
Excellent course for both beginners and seasoned coaches!
Highly recommend it!
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Jordan Tingson
We just received some VALD Force Decks at our clinic. This has significantly helped me get buy in from both patients and athletes I work. We're the only clinic on island with this type of technology and it has helped give much more insight when working with both general population and with athletes. Ramsey makes understanding all the information simple and easy to break down for clinicians and coaches, which ultimately helps us break down this information for our clients as well. He's helped me realize how much potential these have beyond just measuring outputs and how I can make changes with athletes and patients to improve their outputs and make better decisions.
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Serafeim Eleftheriou
This course will help you better monitor and develop athletes by using force plate data to assess explosiveness, asymmetries, and readiness, allowing you to make more precise training decisions and manage workload more effectively.
The best thing about this course is the practical application—being able to immediately use jump data and metrics to adjust training and improve on-court performance.
Melissa DiTaranto
This course is exceptional. I have thoroughly enjoyed learning about Force plates while understanding phases and what is happening at the phases. As a Sports Physical Therapist, coach and master athlete, I will be using the knowledge to enhance the abilities of my athletes and myself. Dr. Ramsey is an amazing teacher. Not only is he well read, he is experienced and is able to explain complex concepts in an easily understandable way. I love this course and all the courses and information he puts out.
Jake
This course was without a doubt what I was looking for. I will be utilizing this information to further be able to demonstrate my own case studies within force plates. I loved how it covered everything with detail and easy comprehension.