Dr. Nijem's breakdown of jump phases, force plate metrics, and the application of jumping in practice is invaluable.

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.

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.

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

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!

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.

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.

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.

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!

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. Rick Lefebvre - Jesuit Dallas Director of Athletic Performance

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. Mike Rob

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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!

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.

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!