DUTCH FLOW ACADEMY
Freedom of Movement through Skill Creativity Flow
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Hey you, and welcome to Dutch Flow Academy. The place to learn about flow and swinging clubs and maces.
We’ve got new dates for workshops and certifications!
New Course launch! Light Clubs SIX 2, the next big course for Indian Clubs.
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DUTCH FLOW ACADEMY ONLINE COURSES
We offer online courses for five categories: Mace Flow, Gada Flow, Light Clubs, Heavy Club, and Heavy Clubs.
These courses help you develop your skill, creativity, posture, balance, fluidity, strength, conditioning, coordination, and a lot more. The courses offer a unique approach to the swinging tools by combining the traditional style of swinging traditions with the incredible multitude of swings and transitions that have been discovered in recent times. The course structure and underlying method is similar for each category, which makes it easy to try multiple tools. Be prepared to be challenged in your approach, skill, and thinking. All you need is internet and your tool!
“While I was tempted to skip the traditional series (you know, „come on, I know how to do 360s“, blablabla…), I am honestly glad I didn‘t – I‘ve never tried 360s, figure 8s etc. in all directions and with different pivots before. And I must say: whoa, cool stuff – exactly what I was missing.“
@diaryofafitnessjourney
“I am enjoying the program very much! I find it challenging in new ways. Some of the language and names are different than what I am used to. But it is good to learn new styles and interpretations of the practice. I love how you let your personality come through. I’m about to start the next segment now!“
@whatgeorgiedid
A great guide to learn basic and complex movements that break the mould of steel mace workouts and flows.
"Nicely set-up course, detailed explanations! I love how it builds up, especially the workouts combinations. It really focuses on learning the movements first so that when it's time to build the flow you already feel kind of "confident". Highly recommended!"
Beats masterclass was one of the best investments i did this year! I thought I know something about mace training, now I know I knew very little yet probably do. It's like a whole new universe of training possibilities with the mace! The program is very organized with tons of information how to handle the mace regarding moves, directions and pivots. It still blows my mind sometimes and it has a great carryover to my usual mace training - e.g. my technique for heavy swings improved so much although I am basically doing light weight technical training in the masterclass. If you want to bring your mace training to the next level (wherever you start) I highly recommend this program!
Become a Mace Instructor
Mace Instructor Certification
At Dutch Flow Academy we offer an incredibly in depth and detailed certification for the mace. It’s never done before on this level. There’s an in person certification that involves an all inclusive weekend with like minded individuals to learn how to teach and experience what it is to be part of a community. Then there’s an online certification that involves a massive online course with eight other instructors moving through three months of training and guidance with the mace including online calls. This certification is for you if you want to become an instructor and teach others, and/or deepen your connection to and knowledge of this amazing tool to the highest level of detail. Don’t hesitate, this course can and has the potential to change lives.
ABOUT
Dutch Flow Academy is a platform that teaches essential skills for rotational training equipment to gain mastery in handling momentum. It’s the first platform EVER to connect all the swinging traditions together under one umbrella, the Dutch Flow Method.
The academy was founded in 2017 with the simple goal of bringing flow and functionality into movement. Harbert became obsessed with the mace, aka steel mace or macebell and this led him to discover the various club arts too. He pursued many travels to India to reveal the history and has met countless inspiring teachers all over the world.
Dutch Flow Academy brings his knowledge to a worldwide platform where you can learn the skill to master and teach rotational training equipment. Our mission is to give you the freedom to move through skill, flow, and creativity.
Mace Flow: In theory all sorts of maces would do. In practice, however, we find that a lighter mace is best for learning a new movement. A weight of around 4/5kg or 9-11lbs would be best suited as a light weight. We would also advise a length of a 100cm to 110cm. Shorter maces have a different feeling of momentum to it, and it changes the dynamic of certain exercises. Longer maces will prevent you from doing a lot of exercises due to the immense length of them. So get at least a light mace, even though you think it’s too light. It will be your buddy for a lifetime.
Gada Flow: Here the recommended weight is 6-7kg or 14-16lbs. If you’ve got some experience with the mace already, you can use a heavier mace too. The length can be from 105cm – 130cm.
Light Clubs: Choose relatively light clubs. 0.5kg-1kg as a beginner pair. They’re usually sold as Indian Clubs.
Heavy Club: Choose a club between 5-6kg. This club should also be suitable for single arm swings.
Heavy Clubs: A pair of clubs between 2.5-4kg for each club is a good beginner weight. Don’t underestimate how hard it is to balance two weights at the same time.
There are five different categories on Dutch Flow Academy: Mace Flow, Gada Flow, Light Clubs, Heavy Club and Heavy Clubs. All of the categories have a 101 course. This is the course to start your journey with the tool and with Dutch Flow Academy. Whether you’re a beginner or more advanced, the 101’s will improve your basics. The basics form the root for everything that is more complex.
Secondly, there is a SIX course, which is the follow up after the 101. This is a six week workout course structure, which allows you to have three workouts per week. This usually takes longer to complete than just six weeks.
Furthermore there are add on courses and more complex courses like SIX level 2 or a masterclass. This takes the tool and your capability to its maximum capability.
There are five categories of swinging tools for which we provide online courses and live events.
Mace Flow: this category focusses on lighter maces with transitions and flows. A regular steel mace or macebell is required, which allows for a multitude of transitions and flows.
Gada Flow: This series is more traditional and is eligible for all types of maces. Long and heavy maces can only be used for this categorie.
Light Clubs: also known as indian clubs, this category focusses on light clubs (0.5-2kg) which allows for more limb independence coordination and wrist and shoulder strength.
Heavy Club: for all clubs, wood or steel, that allows two hands to be on the handle. The heavy club allows for more static strength and less momentum.
Heavy Clubs: two heavy clubs or meels to practice limb independence and insane grip and shoulder strength. Coordination and heavier weights make this a challenging category!
This depends on the course. The 101’s do not need prior experience. The SIX courses can be done without the 101, but will require some prior experience before starting. The masterclass needs prior experience and ideally mace flow 101 and mace flow SIX before starting.
All courses have a lifetime subscription once bought.
No you can not download them directly. In order to have access to the course you will need access to the internet.
Free the Body Mind
If you want to learn about the practice of swinging tools, the Dutch Flow Academy is where you have to be.I started my journey with a long distance on-line course. Well, that was the beginning, now I have done many of them :)The courses are awesome, well planned and beautifully recorded. The platform is very clear, and all the information is there. If you are a complete beginner as I was at first, you’ll have everything you need to start and get better. Pretty quickly, I have to say!And if you want to go all the way, there’s advanced options too! I had the chance to go to a live event with others mace enthusiasts and it was life-changing. Harbert’s energy, enthusiasm and knowledge of his art is contagious. If you got the chance, don’t doubt. You won’t regret it.
Wonderful free course on the 360 swing and your Heavy Club 101 is excellent! I am very impressed by the detailed, yet succinct explanations and demonstrations. It's been great fun to follow along! I had a few aha moments while practicing and reviewing the videos and I am very happy with the effects of the training. Please continue your great work!
I’ve recently started the Indian club course and it’s really fantastic. The instructions are easy to follow, time and practice with the clubs and you’re set.It’s my second course from Harbert, I’ve recently completed the steel mace course also. I’ve learned and continue to learn such a lot from that. Harbert is an excellent coach but his passion and commitment to these forms of equipment and how to properly use them really is infectious. I’ll definitely be back in the future.Right now I’ve got the Indian clubs to finish and I’ve already learned loads. Full stars for Dutch Flow Academy. Cheers 👍🏻
The real deal !Mace and clubs are my go to when working with clients not so healthy shoulders, they deliver !Great students and teachers going deep into the art are rare. Harbet’s work and dedication to his practice has everyone engaged and enjoying swinging in your first workshop.Loved it !
I am currently working through the light club 101 online class. Working through it very slowly as the instructions here are fantastic, with detailed guidance on proper form and drills to build up to more complex movement.I spent months trying to find guides tonight clubs online, and there is some good information out there. But nothing as detailed , structured and clearly explained as what I've found in the 101 course.I will definitely be getting the next course after I've mined the gold from this one.
I have followed several Steel Mace Flow and Clubs flow online courses and in person workshops. This is highly valuable experience helping to learn important details and to build a proper swing technique.Happy to have such a talented trainer as Harbert here in Amsterdam and to follow him as one of my guides on the path of the Flow.
I highly recommend the MACE Flow workshop to anyone looking to elevate their expertise, or even just getting started with swinging tools.Harbert managed to weave captivating stories and engaging analogies into the lessons. It almost felt like we were on a journey alongside mythical dwarfs delving deep into the mysteries of flow techniques!This creative touch kept me deeply engaged and made the learning process fun and memorable.Kudos to the Dutch Flow Academy for an exceptional learning journey!
I had an amazing weekend at the Dutch Flow Academy for the mace instructor certification. Harbert and the instructors were kind, professional, and made the experience truly life-changing. I’m already planning to attend their heavy club workshop next! Highly recommend!
Super valuable experience. I got to know myself a little better again. Not only motor/muscle-technically, but also what moving (together) does to you mentally. That is why we chose the Dutch Flow Academy, because it offers more than 'just' exercise. Great days, thanks to the DFA team!
Truly amazing weekend / course / instruction.Top Quality.Try it out you won't regret it.
If you are looking for just a a regular certificate and a exercise workshop, look elsewhere, as what you find at Dutch Flow Academy not only exceeds those requirements, but also goes far deeper that just a weekend gathering. The level of comradery, emotional and mental encouragement, coupled with unforgettable experience of bonding over swinging maces with group of like hearted individuals, are things you only find here at Harbert's headquarters! His genuine enthusiasms and passion for all things Macebells and Gada's, together with his supportive presence, keen coaching skills and humongous sense of humor, make this a one of a kind, memorable event. The only thing I wish was different, was that I could go back in time to Freshly experience in all again! So i'm a bit jealousy of those who are freshly joining the Dutch flow community. Strap in and be prepared for one heck of a ride!
An amazing 3 day experience. Truly transformational. I am glad I made the effort to fly from Australia to attend. The learning, support and friendships formed have potential to make a lifelong difference. I am humbled and thrilled to belong to the Dutch Flow Academy community of Mace Instructors.
An experience that can change your life. Not only is the training with the Mace taught here in a depth that is otherwise hard to achieve, the entire certification course is an enriching experience. Harbert is a very competent trainer and his knowledge of the Mace is unique. He is also an exceptional person who brought the group together in such a short time. A bond was created that can last a lifetime. I look forward to further events with him.
Attended a workshop in Amsterdam - in just three hours, understanding, practical application and Harbert's unique approach to the mace was excellently taught. Highly recommended for anyone seeking an introduction swinging a mace.UPDATE MACE CERTIFICATION 2024: During a weekend in March I completed the Mace Certification created by Harbert Egberts (Dutch Flow Academy). These three days were transformative in many ways. First of all the certification content, information and guidance were top quality - Harbert really is a Master of his craft and he is equally capable of teaching it to others. His love for this humble yet amazing tool is obvious and so is his willingness to pass it on. For this alone the course was and is worth the travel and has added a solid foundation for my continued mace journey (personally and as an instructor)But there is so much more you will receive: Terrific meal times (the food is excellent) and enjoyable evenings shared with the other participants (if your abdominals are not cramping after the training they will do caused by laughter). Besides laughter and good times all participants brought different views and experiences making it a very inspirational atmosphere and I left with, not only a diploma, but also new friends (Brothers in Mace😉)All this put together turned three days in Holland into something special and a moment in time I will remember - and this is thanks to Harbert!Whole heartedly recommended and look forward to continue the journey with Dutch Flow Academy.With gratitude - Niklas Haapalo, Osteopath and Physiotherapist
One of the best experience of my life, Harbert is a very competent instructor and also a very special person that can connect people from all over the world and make them feel a family in seconds. I can't wait to attend another workshop and certification with him.
Each Course is beautifully structured to digest piece by piece. Divided and Organized into isolated movements to cultivate skill, freedom of movement, creativity in arranging your own flows, and full Flow sequences rooted in foundational movements from the ground up. And lays a strong foundation for a daily practice and a process-oriented approach.
Great experience. My training previous to the workshop was limited to heavy maces and clubs. The light club work surprised me with the increased mobility gained during the short practice and the guidance toward light mace flow has introduced me to another method of implementation for one of my favorite tools. Fully intend on continuing the light club and mace flow journey.
I had become acquainted with Indian Clubs and the Mace through social media. I enjoyed it so much that I looked for an instructor, because I couldn't figure it out using videos alone. That's when I ended up at Harbert's. Because I couldn't wait for the workshop, I took the online course first. And then the life workshop. Harbert teaches very nicely and clearly. He managed to get my confused head to send the right signals to my arms and legs. I am completely happy and will definitely continue with this fun sport, with Harbert.
Very good workshop, coach Harbert and Santi are nice, patient and clear instructionReally enjoy the workshop
I was totally surprised at all the amazing benefits this practice has to offer! This is something all people should give a try whether a man, woman, young or old. This ancient practice is truly a hidden gem here in the states. I can’t believe I wasn’t exposed to it earlier in life - I know it would have helped me on multiple levels. These Instructors are legit and A+ professionals i.e. provide proper warmup, step by step instruction and great cues on technique! I’d recommend this for nearly anyone that wants to better themselves! The practice may offer rehabilitative benefits for you and compliments any sporting endeavor! Unlike CrossFit and other exercise methods, reported injuries are relative few. The proper movement practice has little stress on the joints as it utilizes natural elements such as gravity, momentum, inertia, leveraging and so forth. The Gada/Mace, esp with these great instructors, can unite you with a fun, effective, and unique ancient practice that will promote your overall health and well-being!!
I attended the mace and clubs workshop in Toronto. I really enjoyed it. As a beginner I found it easy to follow. Both Harbert and Santi gave really clear direction and took their time going around helping everyone practice their swings. Really great experience. Highly recommend it.
Just a shout out to Dutch Flow Academy! I just finished the Club and Mace training with Harbert. It was a fantastic experience and a great introduction for me to the Club and Mace. Harbert is a very patient instructor and he really knows these implements really well. His assistant Santiago was also very helpful and showed me details about the correct technique. Overall, a great experience. It is a great start and I am training daily now.thanks guys!Paul Sawh
Attended the Toronto workshop, and must say the amount of knowledge shared with us was a whole lot. What makes it unique is that Harbert has a unique practice and teaches the mace within that context; He also has a unique personality, and surprised me by being able to memorize everyone’s name from the very start. A big plus for him being such a free spirit!Would I recommend this? Definitely!
Absolutely worth every penny! Harbert and Santi know what they are doing and have really broken down the science to moving with a mace in such an easy and digestible way. I was afraid of not being able to keep up when I signed up for this workshop and ended up doing moves that I have never done before! I found my flow and look forward to catching another workshop in the future.
I had a lot of fun during the macebell workshop and of course I have learned how to swing properly and even got a bit of a flow 😉 It was worth coming all the way from Germany and I am planning to join some more workshops in the future. If you are a total newbie with those kind of exercises or maybe you know something about it - I would still recommend you to try it under the Dutch Flow Academy! 💪
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Last March, I traveled to Belgium to complete my Level 2 Mace Certification.
After a long journey across time zones, with too many layovers to count, I finally landed in Brussels just as the sun began to rise. I spent a few days soaking in the gothic architecture, recharging with Belgian chocolate and waffles, and mentally preparing for what was to come.
Then, I made my way to a small town in the heart of Belgium—Diksmuide—where I would meet an extraordinary group of individuals from Spain, Hungary, Australia, Canada, and our coach from the Netherlands. We trained, ate, and slept under the same roof, forging bonds that felt ancient and unbreakable.
What followed was five days of intensity, connection, and transformation.
Jet-lagged and running on little sleep (and a lot of caffeine), we began each day at 7:00 a.m. with breathwork. From there, we dove deep into mace practice—flowing, sweating, pushing past our limits—until 9:00 at night. It was grueling. It was beautiful. And in the candlelit stillness of that old stone church, as steel swung and breath steadied, something changed inside all of us.
We weren’t just training—we were becoming.
By the end of the week, exhausted yet overflowing with joy, I proudly earned the title of Mace Master Instructor. My heart was full. My body worn. My spirit awake. Saying goodbye to that group—my mace brothers and sisters—was emotional. We had been through fire together. And now, I was returning home, not just with a certification, but with a deeper sense of purpose.
Mace Flow is more than a workout.
It’s a moving meditation. A dance of strength and grace. A practice that brings freedom, peace, mastery, and a profound connection to your body. Every time I swing the mace, I come home to myself.
And now—it’s your turn.
Join me for a powerful three-hour workshop where you’ll learn the foundations of mace flow and experience for yourself what this practice can awaken in you.
🗓️ Saturday, April 26th
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Fitness Northwest – Smithers
Sign up now: https://groundupfitness.ca/etn/mace-flow-fundamentals-workshop/
The first Level 2 Mace Instructor Certification was a BIG success 🎉
Creating a level 2 was always part of the plan, but years of level 1 needed to pass to bring this to life.
This program is culmination of everything I’ve learned over the last couple of years.
As an outline it sets the instructor foundation to teach single arm swings and workshops.
The program is much more than that though. We dive deep into the concept of becoming a better facilitator incorporating concepts of breath, anatomy, and flow.
You will learn more about yourself and you will be inspired to continue to grow as a person and as an instructor.
After completing this certification you will earn the title of Master Mace Instructor. You will be part of the upper echalon of mace instructors in the world.
To me, this is extremely exciting news for what our instructors are capable of and that the future of the swinging arts is bright.
Solid education is the foundation for an art or sport to thrive. Let’s thrive together and keep growing and flowing spiral 🌀🙏🏻
Our fresh Level 2 instructor @alvaroalt swinging the Dutch Flow Mace which he just recently got as a birthday gift.
Is there a better gift? Awesome swings Alvaro 👏🏼 😎
At Dutch Flow Academy we offer an in-depth course that focuses on the mace and the gada.
In this certification you’ll learn a comprehensive curriculum that will give you the handles you need to expand your practice and teaching skills.
We also have a level 2 certification which will take the practice to the next level. The goal is not just more advanced mace skills, but we take it much broader and introduce multiple fields that will make you a better instructor and facilitator.
You don’t want to miss this!
Upcoming Certifications:
Jun-Aug-Jul: Online Level 1 Mace Instructor Certification 🌍
Jul 11-13th: Level 1 Mace Instructor Certification Netherlands 🇳🇱
Oct 17-19th: Level 1 Mace Instructor Certification Spain 🇪🇸 ft. @santimaceflow
Nov 14-16th: Level 1 Mace Instructor Certification Chile🇨🇱 ft. @santimaceflow
April 9-13th 2026: Level 2 Mace Instructor Certification Belgium 🇧🇪
More info: DM or link in bio 🔗