Learn from the source
FitForce is pleased to announce we are hosting Douglas Heel, the creator of Be Activated, September 5 - 8, 2025. For the first time, practitioners, athletes, and coaches will be able to meet and train with Douglas in the Greater Boston Area. Douglas is based in S. Africa and will be in Salem, MA to conduct his signature clinic at our headquarters on the campus of Salem State University.
Listen to this clinician’s story about her breakthrough in class.
What is Activation?
Simple changes to incorrectly functioning muscles allow the body to make immediate shifts towards resilience, strength and speed. The results are incredible. An Activated body will quickly change from a state of tension and pain, to a strong relaxed state of excellent performance. When we do the right thing, the body responds immediately.
Who is Activation For?
Be Activated is used globally by elite sports teams, celebrities, the fitness industry and health practitioners alike. As well as treating injuries and enhancing sporting performance, it’s a powerful tool for stress management, and can quickly break common patterns of movement dysfunction and chronic pain.
This long-time RPR user was able to dive much deeper with Douglas, to great effect!
COURSE OVERVIEW
During the four days, you’ll be introduced to the concepts of Be Activated.
We’ll consider the body’s response to stress and study the body’s relaxation process. We’ll link this to Activation techniques. You’ll be guided through the Activation sequenced treatment process, from the trunk through to the lower and upper limbs.
You’ll get to experience every concept and Activation technique yourself, and with plenty of time for practice, questions…and more practice, so you can really integrate the system. The science comes second. You need to feel the difference yourself.
The goal is that you will leave feeling fully equipped to apply the techniques with your clients, confident in achieving lasting results. These techniques offer an incredibly powerful toolkit that is not confined to the clinic; they can be applied anywhere at any time.
As the weekend progresses, we’ll deepen your understanding and excitement of the techniques and cover further Activations. By now you’ll have integrated the Be Activated system into your work, and no doubt you’ll have questions like… I want more – what’s next?!
You’ll learn how to apply the Activation techniques in wider functional situations, and we’ll address any blocks you might be experiencing with your clients. We’ll cover more Activation techniques to really dig deep into full client assessment and treatment.
We’ll build on your knowledge by applying the techniques to movement patterns, zones of transformation and exercise. Finally, we’ll introduce new concepts around visual field stress patterns and look at breaking associated belief patterns.
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Anyone who wishes to optimize their physical performance, address nagging pain or injuries, or wish to dive a little deeper into their mind/body connection.
Physical therapists, athletic trainers, massage therapists, or other hands-on health care professionals seeking additional insight to their patients movement, performance, or pain history.
Mental health professionals searching for physical/somatic pathways as treatment options.
First Responders, athletes, or coaches looking for improved performance and well-being.
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8+ hours/day of learning with Douglas Heel.
A deep understanding of Be Activated’s holistic approach to the body’s nervous system.
Learning a systematic method of bodywork to create massive changes in the body & mind.
A Six-week virtual integration course following the clinic. (Only for attendees of the entire 4 days)
Limited clinic size for lots of individual instruction.
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Salem is minutes from Boston and has easy interstate access. There will be ample parking on campus adjacent to the building. Food and lodging are conveniently located nearby; in addition, there is a school cafeteria just outside our building that will be available each day of the course. In addition:
This is a hands-on course: dress comfortably.
The days will be long and full so plan to show up well-rested and ready to learn.
Tibialis reset.
Course Details
dates:
September 5 – 8, 2025
times:
9:00am – 6:00pm
Location:
Enterprise Center at Salem State University, 121 Loring Avenue, Salem, MA 01970
Contact:
Jay Smith, 978/745-3629, jay_smith@fitforceinc.com
Tuition:
Four-day course + online integration course following the in-person clinic: $2,500.00
Early Bird Special: 15% discount - $2,125.00 if registered by August 8, 2025.
Returning Course attendees may receive a discounted price ($1,875.00) if registered by August 8, 2025.
Please contact us about a First Responder discount.
Please note: there is a 2.9% service fee if paying by credit card
Lodging:
Salem is a very popular destination with an active tourist season throughout the summer and fall. There are number of small boutique hotels, B&B’s, and local establishments in the Salem area. Other options include:
• Hampton Inn Salem, 11 Dodge Street, Salem, 01970
• Homewood Suites Peabody, 57 Newbury Street, Peabody, 01960
• Sonesta Select, 275 Independence Way, Danvers, 01923
• Spring Hill Suites, 43 Newbury Street, Peabody, 01960
• Boston Marriott Peabody, 8a Centennial Drive, Peabody, 01960
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