Mike Fitch

Recognized as the Founder and Creator of Animal Flow, a pioneering ground-based movement program, Mike Fitch has certified over 10,000 fitness professionals across 42 countries, establishing a global standard for functional movement. With a distinguished professional career spanning two decades by 2017, Fitch initially spent ten years as a personal trainer, immersing himself in a diverse range of techniques including Kettlebells, Olympic Lifts, Corrective Exercise, and pre/post rehabilitation. He further expanded his expertise by developing additional influential skills-based bodyweight training programs, notably the acclaimed Bodyweight Athlete program, solidifying his reputation as a leader in innovative fitness methodologies. Fitch’s career trajectory underwent a significant evolution with a dedicated shift in focus to exclusively bodyweight disciplines.

Complementing his innovative program development, Fitch has authored extensive educational content and delivered impactful presentations for industry conferences and workshops, further solidifying his position as a preeminent educator and thought leader in the realm of bodyweight training and movement science. Fitch remains deeply engaged with advancing the science and practice of bodyweight disciplines, consistently integrating other innovative tools such as kettlebells and VIPRs into his training routines and program development. His ongoing commitment is to foster human movement that is both effective and accessible across all skill levels, ensuring that Animal Flow and his other methodologies continue to define excellence in the fitness landscape. As a movement coach and educator, Mike Fitch continues to inspire and equip practitioners globally, driving the evolution of a holistic approach to physical training and well-being.