heat wave teacher training program
A high-touch, in-house teacher training for future Heat Wave instructors
This is more than a certification. It’s a guided, in-house training designed to develop strong, confident instructors in the Heat Wave method — from presence and cueing to musicality, room leadership, and the standards that shape the Heat Wave experience.
A clear path to the schedule
We approach teacher development in three steps:
Step 1 — Instructor Lab
A workshop designed to introduce the Heat Wave method and give you a feel for teaching in our space.
You’ll explore:
• Class structure and sequencing
• Musicality and pacing
• Presence and cueing
• What it means to lead at Heat Wave
Instructor Lab is open to anyone interested in teaching or deepening their understanding of the method. This workshop is an optional step in this process.Step 2 — Audition
The next step after Instructor Lab — or if you feel ready to step onto the mic.
Audition for a spot in our in-house Teacher Training program. Auditions are required for all candidates.
Selected candidates will be invited to join our in-house teacher training.Auditions will be held on:
saturday, may 16 at 2:00 pm
wednesday, may 20 at 7:30 pm
Step 3 — heat wave method teacher training program
You nailed your audition! Not it's time to join our focused, in-house training designed to prepare you to step onto the schedule.
This is a 4–5 week program that blends hands-on coaching, practice teaching, and real-time feedback. You’ll refine your sequencing, strengthen your presence, and learn to lead a consistent, high-quality class within the Heat Wave method.
Participation requires a commitment to the full training schedule, as well as the availability to step onto the schedule following completion.
training schedule
Pilates HIIT — 4 weekends + 4 Wednesday evenings
Week 1:
Sat, May 30 + 31 from 12:30–5:30 pm
Wed., Jun 3 from 7–9 pm
Week 2:
Sat/SUN, June 6+7 from 12:30–5:30 pm
Wed., Jun 10 from 7–9 pm
Week 3:
Sat/SUN, June 13–14 from 12:30–5:30 pm
wed., June 17 from 7–9 pm
Week 4:
Sat/SUN, June 20-21
wed., Jun 24 from 7–9 pm
week 5: (optional)
Sculpt add-on: sat/sun June 27-28
note: All trainees are required to attend at least 80% of core training date a in order to be considered for hire. must attend the full sculpt weekend to be considered to teach sculpt.
FAQs
Do I need prior teaching experience?
1
No. Prior teaching experience is a plus, but it is not required. Strong body awareness, coachability, presence, and commitment matter more than a perfect certification stack.
Does this training guarantee a spot on the schedule?
2
No. Trainees must clear readiness gates before they are released to teach.
Do I have to attend live?
3
Yes — at least 80% of training must be attended live in order to be considered for the schedule. Makeup work can be arranged in studio with leadership.
Do I need to take classes while I’m in training?
4
Yes. Trainees are expected to take classes weekly, observe classes, and stay actively immersed in the method while they train.
Is Yoga Sculpt included?
5
Yoga Sculpt is an add-on weekend for selected trainees after the core Pilates HIIT and brand training has been completed.