MovNat Certification in Rhode Island

Laid-back Fitness in Warwick is Rhode Island's home for MovNat®. Owner Ryan McGowan is a Level 3 MovNat Certified Trainer and an official MovNat Team Instructor. Every year he hosts MovNat certifications and workshops right here at 2800 Post Road.

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Upcoming MovNat dates in Warwick, RI

  • Level 1 Certification: Thu–Fri, October 22–23, 2026 (Thu 2–6pm, Fri 8am–6pm)

  • Level 2 Certification: Sat–Sun, October 24–25, 2026 (Level 1 required)

  • Intro 3-Hour Workshop: Saturday, April 24, 2027

  • Intro 3-Hour Workshop: Saturday, September 25, 2027

Registration and pricing are handled by MovNat. Level 1 certification is $1,100. A Level 1 + 2 bundle is $1,750.

What is MovNat?

MovNat is Natural Movement® Fitness. It's a training method built on the skills humans are made for: walking, running, balancing, crawling, jumping, climbing, lifting, carrying, throwing and catching. It isn't about building showy muscles. It trains practical strength, mobility and confidence you can use in real life.

What you'll learn in Level 1

The MovNat Level 1 Certification program introduces the fundamental principles, movements and methodology of Natural Movement Fitness. Students learn how to train themselves and others using the MovNat method through home study materials, class lectures, beginner-level practice sessions and competency tests.

Whether you’re an enthusiast or an experienced professional, Level 1 is the ideal starting point on your journey to becoming Strong By Nature. All abilities are welcome.

Note: Completion of the Level 1 Certification requires successfully passing 3 evaluations – the written exam, physical competence test, and coaching assessment.

Prerequisites: You must be at least 18 years old to attend.

Level 1 covers the fundamental principles, movements and methodology of Natural Movement Fitness. You'll get home-study materials, lectures and hands-on practice.

To certify, you pass three assessments: a written exam, a physical competency test and a coaching assessment.

All abilities are welcome. Participants must be 18 or older.

Who it's for

  • Personal trainers and coaches who want a proven method for movement

  • PTs, OTs and movement professionals

  • Obstacle course racers, parkour and ninja athletes

  • Anyone who wants to move better for life, whether or not they plan to coach

Meet your instructor: Ryan McGowan

Ryan left engineering for fitness in 2010 and made natural movement the heart of his coaching after a MovNat workshop in Boston.

Today he is a MovNat Team Instructor, a Level 3 MovNat Certified Trainer, and the owner of Laid-back Fitness. He is also the founder of the Frozen Clam Obstaplunge.

Ryan's MovNat journey

Read more about Ryan's path from student to MovNat Team Instructor:

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it "MovNat" or "Move Net"?

It's spelled MovNat (short for "natural movement").

Where is the certification held?

At Laid-back Fitness, 2800 Post Road, Warwick, RI 02886. It's easy to reach from Providence, Cranston, East Greenwich and southern Massachusetts.

Do I need to be a trainer?

No. The course is open to all abilities, ages 18+.

How do I register?

Register directly on MovNat.com using the button above. For questions, call Laid-back Fitness at 401.871.8436.