Hot Yoga teacher training

learn to teach the original hot yoga AKA Bikram Yoga

march 29 - may 22, 2027

reserve your spot

what to expect

Join Gabriel Tavera of yoga East Austin & Meghan Huehn, founder of of Namaste North, for 8 weeks of training that will change your life. optional teaching opportunities & mentorship included!

8 weeks total

Commit yourself to a Daily practice, Share experiences with accountability buddies, dive deep into the 26&2 in weekend modules, & top it all off with an unforgettable retreat style intensive in Mexico, where you will leave with the confidence of teaching a 90 minute Bikram yoga class, and 60 & 75 min versions.

5 weekend modules

learn the history & Philosophy of yoga, the hot yoga dialogue, and the 26 poses & 2 breathing exercises that are bikram yoga! weekend modules are in studio, from 10a-7p, Friday-Sunday. we will check in each weekend with the namaste north crew to share and learn from one another.

daily practice + Check Ins

The Training includes Daily 90 and 60 minute practices, plus zoom sessions twice a week, mid-week, to help keep everyone on track and accountable. You’ll receive support from our staff here at YEA, plus insights and camaraderie from meghan and the namaste north team!

2 week intensive in mexico

Spend the final TWO weeks at Casa Om in Puerto Morelos, Mexico, where both studio communites will join up to practice together twice a day, nourish ourselves with the best food, relax at the beach, and best of all, practice teach!

Each trainee will leave casa om with the experience of teaching a 90 minute class.

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Meet the Educator Team

  • Meghan Huehn

    Namaste North founder & LEAD TEacher

    Meghan has a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Health Education and is certified to teach Bikram and Vinyasa yoga. She’s been teaching yoga since 2007. Meghan is am enthusiastic skilled teacher and business leader. Meg's goal is that you leave class feeling more connected to your self, aware of your needs, and capable. You will benefit from her deep knowledge of the practice and years of experience. Her love of yoga and wellness is contagious and you will be encouraged and in a safe space to explore and feel your best.

  • Gabriel Tavera

    Yoga East Austin Co-Founder & LEAD Teacher

    Gabriel has Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and an MBA with concentration in Management. He built brands for Fortune 100 companies before graduating from Bikram Yoga TT in 2007. He and Meghan took each other’s very first yoga class and have been friends since! His class is straightforward and challenges you to brush up against your edges. He still teaches 6 days a week and teaching Bikram’s beginners yoga class continues to be his favorite thing to do at Yoga East Austin!

  • Hanna Persson

    ANATOMY

    Hanna discovered the 90-minute Beginners’ class in 2015 and did Bikram's teacher training in Khao Lak. Hanna did her first yoga competition in 2015 and was the Swedish and Nordic champion in 2018, 2019 and 2020. She also placed 4th in the 2020 IYSF Yoga Asana Championship. Together with her husband Erik, she has been coaching Swedish yoga athletes since 2018.Hanna has a bachelor’s degree in both Anatomy and Psychology and presented the Anatomy content for IYSF A-level coaching Training.

  • Christian Scaraglino

    HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY

    Christian Scaraglino, a New Yorker, is currently on the teaching staff at Hot Yoga Malmö (Sweden). In 2001, he started practicing Bikram Yoga in the New York City’s Theater district and quickly discovered its balancing effects on his Cholesterol and overall health. In the Fall of 2002, Christian completed Bikram Yoga TT. Since then, it has allowed him to practice, teach, compete and judge competitions at many studios around the globe including New York, Paris, Prague and Liège, Belgium where he co-owned a studio for two years.

TRAINING SCHEDULE

6 WEEKS • AUSTIN @ Yoga East Austin

March 29: First Monday / afternoon kickoff on Zoom
Tuesdays: 90 min class (6p)
Wednesdays: 60 min class (4:30p) + Zoom group
Thursdays: 90 min class (6p)
Friday-Sundays: Weekend modules
May 7: Final Friday / 60 min class (4:30p) + Zoom group

  • Concludes first 6 weeks

  • Mondays ARE OFF Days with the exception of MArch 29 & May 2

  • See Weekend module details below

2 weekS • Puerto Morelos @ Casa Om

May 9: arrival / class / welcome dinner
May 10-14: classes / pranayama / philosophy / dialogue
May 15: classes / anatomy / practice teaching
May 16: off day / group outing to local cenote
May 17-20: classes / business of yoga / practice teaching
May 21: advanced class / graduation dinner
May 22: class / breakfast / depart

ABOUT CASA OM

Casa Om is A boutique yoga retreat center located in puerto Morelos, Mexico, roughly 15 miles south of the cancun airport. Nestled steps from the Caribbean beach, it features an equipped hot yoga studio, an outdoor pool, and an in-house chef serving gourmet vegetarian meals

weekend module DETAILS

FRIDAY Thru SundayS 10:00AM - 7:00PM

10am: 90 min class
11:30-1:30: lunch / study break
1:30-4:30: posture clinic / lecture / dialogue

  • [1] April 2-4: The Warm Up

  • [2] April 9-11: The Standing Series Pt 1

  • [3] April 16-18: The Standing Series Pt 2

  • [4] April 23-25: The Floor Series Pt 1

  • [5] April 30-May 1: The Floor Series Pt 2

4:30: 60 min class
6:00-7:00: wrap up + Zoom groups with Namaste North crew

Teacher TRAINING TUITION

Single Occupancy room with King or Queen: $6580
Double Occupancy room with private bath: $5480
Double Occupancy room with shared bath: $5080
Dorm style space (up to 4 beds) with shared bath: $4680

🔥 Receive $500 off when you book before December 31, 2026🔥

Prices include:
  • Teacher Training tuition
  • Accommodations + meals at Casa Om 
  • Group outing to a local cenote
Not included: 
  • Four dinners during Mexico intensive (Puerto Morelos has amazing restaurants)
  • Meals in Austin
  • Housing in Austin

Limited space available - This training is designed for dedicated students ready to commit to transformation physically, mentally, and professionally.

reserve your spot

  • You can do whatever your big heart desires. This is your training and your retreat. However, we recommend you "trust the process" and fully dive in to make the most of your best (and sometimes worst). Real growth will come from showing up when you don't want to - and if you want to teach, why not do all 8 weeks and come out being the best new teacher you can be! Remember, we only do these trainings when we want to mentor new teachers. This is your opportunity to teach at Yoga East Austin if you want it!

  • Job? No. Because that's boring and you probably already have one. But, you will have a life upgrade and new tool in your tool belt that allows you to help people help themselves! A new skill that you can take anywhere in the world and help you shine your brightest light. Mentorship and teaching opportunities will be available for you at Yoga East Austin.

  • One class daily (except Mondays), plus two classes Saturday & Sunday. Keep in mind all your teachers did 11 classes a week for 9 weeks at Bikram's teacher training ;)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes! We only require a $500 non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot (here and at Casa Om). Once paid, you choose how much and how often you make payments. Balance must be paid in full before March 1, 2027.

  • Tuition includes: 8 week training + 2 week accommodations and meals at Casa Om (minus 4 dinners), plus one year membership at Yoga East Austin, post-training. Housing and meals in Austin are not included.

  • Yes! You can participate even if you don't plan to be a teacher. We have options that include just the Austin portion, the 2 Week Retreat portion, or both portions of the training. Email us with your questions about what you can/want to do for pricing. 

Friends & Family can visit you at Casa Om!

3 & 5 night packages are available for your people to enjoy Puerto Morelos with you!
Pick any dates between May 9-22. Package includes:
  • Accommodations at Casa Om
  • All the meals with training group (except weekend dinners)
  • Daily Hot Yoga classes & posture clinics
  • Transportation to & from Casa Om/Airport
  • Cenote Outing (if visiting during May 16)
3 Night Package:
  • Double Occupancy Room: $800
  • Single Occupancy Room: $1000
5 Night Package:
  • Double Occupancy Room: $1200
  • Single Occupancy Room: $1500
Book a Package

  • "This TT with Yoga East Austin was a transformational experience that deepened my practice while equpping me with the skills & knowledge to share the practice with others."

    -Kaitlyn B.

  • "What I loved about this training is it fully prepared me to teach. I taught a 90 minute class two days after graduating. i continue to grow as a teacher and still feel supported by this program."

    -Devan d.

  • "I loved this training and post graduation mentorship."

    - Jamie J.