Level 2 Teacher Training

HIIT PILATES WITH WEIGHTS

An advanced 17-hour certification for MAT Pilates instructors ready to confidently integrate strength training, weighted movement, and circuit-based programming into their classes.

November 13–15, 2026 Namaste North | Barrie, Ontario

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YOU’VE MASTERED teaching THE

foundations of pilates.

NOW, TURN UP THE INTENSITY.

Nov. 13–15, 2026

NAMASTE NORTH

BARRIE, ONTARIO

HIIT Pilates with Weights is an immersive Level 2 teacher training designed to help you build stronger classes, expand your programming skills, and confidently coach weighted movement.

Discover what makes this class format the most popular at Namaste North and add an extra edge to your teaching practice that keeps clients coming back for more.

Open to instructors who have completed level one pilates training at Namaste North or experienced mat pilates instructors who demonstrate the requisite skills.

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interactive, practical, and hands-on teacher development

for mat pilates instructors.

Throughout the weekend, participate in:

  • We offer a range of solutions designed to meet your needs—whether you're just getting started or scaling something bigger. Everything is tailored to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

  • Explore how to hold, position, and move with weights while protecting the wrists, shoulders, spine, hips, and knees.

  • Learn how to create effective circuits, sequence movements, manage muscle fatigue, and build a balanced full-body class.

  • Practice delivering concise, effective cues while participants move through faster transitions and more complex exercises.

  • Apply what you have learned through hands-on teaching practice before completing your final assessment.

  • Demonstrate your ability to safely and confidently coach the HIIT Pilates with Weights format and receive personalized feedback.

Your pilates clients will sweat more, get stronger and keep coming back for more.

This is not a foundational training. It is intended for:

  • Graduates of Namaste North’s HIIT Pilates Foundations Level 1 Teacher Training

  • Certified mat Pilates instructors

  • Experienced instructors with equivalent training

  • Teachers who want to expand their class offerings

  • Instructors ready to introduce weighted movement

  • Studio owners who want to add a strength-focused Pilates format

  • Teachers looking for fresh programming and a new challenge

Participation in the bridge program is required for all instructors who did not complete the level one training with Namaste North.

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Bridging the gap

Qualified mat Pilates instructors with previous training and teaching experience are encouraged to apply for advanced entry into the HIIT Pilates with Weights Teacher Training.

Approved applicants will complete a 4-hour Foundations Bridge Course on Friday, November 13, designed to introduce the Namaste North HIIT Pilates methodology before beginning Level 2.

The Bridge Course covers:

  • The Namaste North HIIT Pilates methodology and class philosophy

  • The Level 1 class structure and teaching framework

  • Foundational exercise review, alignment, and movement patterns

  • Tabata timing, tracking, transitions, and cueing techniques

Participation in the bridge program ensures every participant begins Level 2 with the same foundational knowledge, regardless of where they completed their original Pilates training.

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NAMASTE NORTH

  • Safely integrate dumbbells into HIIT Pilates Classes

  • Understand strength training fundamentals

  • Build balanced, full-body classes with a clear purpose

  • Design creative circuits and strength-focused programming

  • Use longer intervals to develop muscular endurance

  • Improve class flow, timing, transitions, and efficiency

  • Integrate arms, legs, core, and cardio throughout the class

  • Offer meaningful regressions and progressions

  • Cue complex movements safely and effectively

  • Program intentional muscle burnout

  • Coach with greater confidence, efficiency, and control

NOVEMBER COHORT:

◴ 17-HOUR TRAINING

𖣑 4-hour bridge program*

☀︎ November 13–15, 2026

⌂ NAMASTE NORTH

NAMASTE NORTH TRAINED

PILATES INSTRUCTORS

𖡡 BARRIE, ONTARIO

$899

ONE PAYMENT

$199

PAYMENT PLAN

QUALIFIED

pilates instructors

$1299

*includes bridge program

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YOUR TRAINING TEAM

KRISTA WESTERNENG

Co-owner of Namaste North and Course Developer
Owner and Founder of Movement Headquarters

JUSTIN KIM

Zak Palla

Advanced Hot HIIT Pilates Instructor

Debbie cabral

Advanced Hot HIIT Pilates Instructor

Katie andrek

Advanced Hot HIIT Pilates Instructor

personalized feedback and support

from all team members

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Have questions? You’re not alone. Here are some of the most common things people ask before joining our teacher training. If you’re wondering about something we haven’t covered, reach out — we’re happy to chat.

  • This Level 2 training is designed for certified HIIT Pilates instructors who want to expand their coaching skills by learning to safely and effectively incorporate weights into their classes.

    If you're an experienced Mat Pilates instructor but haven't completed our HIIT Pilates Teacher Training, you are encouraged to apply and take advantage of our Bridge Program.

  • Absolutely. That's exactly what this training is for.

    We'll teach you how to coach weighted movements safely, build effective programming, choose appropriate exercises, and confidently lead a class from start to finish.

  • Not at all. This certification is open to instructors from any studio who meet the prerequisites.

  • Yes. Upon successful completion of the training, you'll receive your HIIT Pilates with Weights Level 2 Certification.

  • You'll learn:

    • Safe weight selection and progressions

    • Proper coaching and cueing for weighted exercises

    • Programming balanced, effective classes

    • Exercise modifications and regressions

    • How to challenge clients while keeping classes accessible

    • Coaching confidence and class flow

    You'll leave with practical tools you can start using immediately.

  • Yes. Like all of our trainings, you'll have opportunities to coach throughout the weekend so you can apply what you've learned in a supportive environment.

  • Yes. You'll receive a comprehensive training manual that you can continue using long after the weekend is over.

  • Because spaces are limited and materials are prepared in advance, registrations are non-refundable. If something unexpected comes up, please contact us as soon as possible and we'll discuss available options.

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your clients will love hot hiit pilates with weights

as much as you love teaching it.

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