Inverse Kinematics Courses and Certifications

Game Dev Academy

Introduction to Rigging and Skeletal Animation Using Maya

Master rigging and skeletal animation by creating a walking lamp character in Maya, covering joints, IK/FK systems, parenting, and walk cycle animation techniques.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Armanimation

Spine 2D Tutorial - Tracer Overwatch Rig and Animation

Master Spine 2D animation by rigging and animating Tracer from Overwatch, covering Photoshop prep, character rigging, walk cycles, combat moves, and Unity integration with VFX.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 46 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

CGDive

Rigging isn't Scary - Level 2

Master intermediate rigging techniques including IK systems, constraints, foot/hip rigs, bone widgets, weight painting, and beginner-friendly face rigging in this 2-hour progression.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

sentdex

Unitree G1 - Moving the Arms/Hands in XYZ Space - Dev with G1 Humanoid Part 3

Explore how to control Unitree G1 humanoid robot arms and hands in XYZ space rather than individual joints, with practical development techniques and code examples.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

NPTEL;  IIT Madras

Introduction to Robotics

This course is a bridge course for students from various disciplines to get the basic understanding of robotics. The mechanical, electrical, and computer science aspects of robotics is covered in this introductory course.

• YouTube
• 1 day 4 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

SouthernShotty

Rig Like a Pro in Blender 2024 - Complete Process for Beginners

Comprehensive guide to professional rigging in Blender 2024, covering basics to advanced techniques for beginners. Learn to create lifelike character movements and streamline your workflow.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

CGDive

Rigging - Level 3: IK-FK Switch - Part 2

Master the creation of reliable IK-FK switching mechanisms in Blender rigging, including custom properties and drivers to enhance character animation control and flexibility.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

CGDive

Rigging - Level 2: Foot and Hips Rig - Part 4

Dive into advanced Blender rigging techniques with this tutorial on creating effective hip controls and complex foot rigs, including pivots, nested parenting, toe setup, and symmetrization.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

CGDive

Rigging Level 2 - IK, Fingers, Bone Roll - Part 2

Dive into advanced rigging concepts including IK systems, finger anatomy, bone roll techniques, naming conventions, and constraint management for creating professional character rigs.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Joey Carlino

Rigging for Beginners - Blender Tutorial

Learn Blender rigging essentials: armature setup, weight painting, IK, bone constraints, and more. Master techniques for character animation, from basic skeleton creation to advanced face rigging.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

CGDive

Rigify Course in Blender 4 - Rigging Basics

Learn essential manual rigging techniques in Blender 4, including bone manipulation, parenting, inverse kinematics, and custom shapes. Gain a solid foundation for working with Rigify and creating effective character rigs.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

CG Cookie

Animating a Spider Walk with Blender - Working Smarter, Not Harder

Discover efficient techniques for animating a spider's walk cycle in Blender. Learn to work smarter by animating multiple legs simultaneously, saving time and effort in your 3D animation projects.

• YouTube
• 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Alan Balodi - 3D Tutorials

Rigging and Animation with Human IK in Maya 2024

Master rigging and animation fundamentals in Maya 2024 through hands-on practice with a robot model, covering IK/FK systems, weight painting, and essential animation techniques to create dynamic character movements.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Daz 3D

Posing Tools and Character Manipulation in Daz Studio - Masterclass 26

Master essential character posing techniques in Daz Studio, from direct manipulation to Power Pose Tab features, enabling you to create natural and dynamic figure poses for compelling 3D scenes.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

CGDive

Pro-Level Motion Capture Animation in 3 Steps - A Simple IK Retargeting Workflow

Master professional motion capture animation in Blender through a streamlined 3-step workflow covering rigging, retargeting, and clean-up techniques using Auto-Rig Pro and NLA Editor for polished character animations.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video