Trainings

HOT 26

with Suzie Diano & Naomi Camilleri

Hot 26 Yoga Teacher Training

Step into the heat, deepen your practice, and learn how to confidently teach the Hot 26 sequence in this immersive yoga teacher training.

This comprehensive training explores the traditional 26-posture, 2-breathing-exercise series practiced in a heated room, while giving you the knowledge and teaching skills to guide students safely, effectively, and with intention.

Throughout the program, you’ll study the postures and their alignment, breathing techniques, sequencing, teaching methodology, anatomy, modifications, class structure, and the principles of creating a supportive and inclusive heated-yoga environment. You’ll also develop your voice as a teacher through observation, practice teaching, feedback, and hands-on learning.

Whether you are looking to deepen your personal practice, expand your existing teaching skills, or begin teaching Hot 26 classes, this training offers an opportunity to build confidence, strengthen your understanding of the practice, and connect more deeply with the transformative power of yoga and heat.

You’ll leave with:

• A thorough understanding of the Hot 26 sequence

• Practical tools for safe and effective teaching

• Knowledge of alignment, anatomy, breath, and modifications

• Experience leading and receiving feedback on classes

• Greater confidence in your teaching voice and presence

• A deeper personal connection to the practice

Come ready to sweat, learn, challenge yourself, and discover what becomes possible when you step into the heat with intention!

Two weekends: Saturday & Sunday
November 7-8 & 14-15, 2026
Playful Yogi Space
$695

About Suzie Diano
A lifelong student, Suzie has completed the 200, 500, & 800-hour Life of a Yogi teacher trainings with Sri Dharma Mittra. In 2014 she completed another 200-hour teacher training with Jared McCann, world asana champion and creator of JMY Vinyasa.  Suzie is certified to teach Dharma Yoga levels I, II, III & IV, Yoga Nidra, Psychic Development and Jared McCann Yoga. Her experience spans numerous styles and lineages and she teaches all levels of practice.  Suzie is enduringly grateful to all of the gifted teachers in her life, most especially Sri Dharma Mittra, for his compassion, for teaching her the meaning of devotion and for guiding her to see the light in all beings.
E-RYT-500

About Naomi Camilleri
Naomi began practicing yoga in 2001, and immediately fell in love. Focusing exclusively on Ashtanga yoga at first, her practice gradually broadened to incorporate elements of other yogic traditions. From her very first class she knew that yoga was more than just a practice on the mat, but a way of life, an opening and awakening of the mind, and a vehicle to self-realization of the spirit.  With over 1000 hours of training in Ashtanga, Iyengar, Vinyasa, Hot 26, Yin, Restorative and Aerial Yoga, Naomi is also a certified instructor in Animal Flow® and classical Mat Pilates.  Naomi’s passion for combining movement with breath to create a moving meditation comes through in her playful yet challenging classes that interweave together the Yang and the Yin while focusing on maintaining the breath throughout and listening to the body, the teacher within. 
E-RYT-500, YACEP

Below are the details on our next 200-Hour teacher training beginning in January, 2027.

Lead Trainers:

Naomi Camilleri, E-RYT 500
Kenny Frisby, E-RYT 500

PYS Trainers:

Jodi Daly
Marco Jo Clate
Laura Zaino
Suzie Diano
Lynne Aubrey
Gina Turner
Jamie Shields

Guest Trainers:

Chris Loebsack
Adrea Robles
Shaun Nanavati
Mary Partridge

You can learn more about Naomi and Kenny as well as our entire teaching team on our About Us page.

Areas of Study and Training Topics Covered:

• Yoga Philosophy and History:

  • Introduction to the history and origins of yoga.

  • Exploration of classical yoga texts such as the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.

  • Understanding the philosophy of yoga, including concepts like the Eight Limbs of Yoga and the path to self-realization.

• Yogic Lifestyle and Ethics:

  • Discussion of the ethical principles and values associated with yoga, such as the Yamas and Niyamas.

  • Insights into mindful living and how to integrate yogic principles into daily life.

• Asana (Yoga Postures):

  • In-depth study of yoga postures, alignment and variations.

  • Developing a personal practice and exploring asana techniques.

  • Sequencing and modification of postures for different levels and needs.

• Pranayama (Breath Control):

  • Learning and practicing various breathing techniques to enhance vitality and control the mind.

  • Understanding the connection between breath and movement.

• Anatomy and Physiology:

  • Basic anatomy of the human body and how it is applied to yoga practice.

  • How yoga postures affect the body and how to avoid injuries.

  • An introduction to the energy systems in the body, such as chakras and nadis.

• Meditation and Mindfulness:

  • Techniques for cultivating a regular meditation practice.

  • Training in mindfulness and concentration to improve mental clarity and inner peace.

• Teaching Methodology:

  • How to create and structure yoga classes.

  • Effective teaching skills, communication and adjustments.

  • Dharma Talks, contextualizing yogic philosophy and ethics into life, teaching with compassion, empathy, inclusion and a social justice/trauma-informed mindset.

• Business and Ethics of Yoga Teaching:

  • Understanding the business aspects of being a yoga teacher.

  • Ethical considerations, including student-teacher relationships and maintaining professionalism.

• Practicum:

  • Teaching practice with peers and receiving constructive feedback.

  • Leading classes under the guidance of experienced instructors.

• Final Exam and Evaluation:

  • Written and practical assessments to gauge understanding and teaching skills.

  • Successful completion of these evaluations is required to receive certification.

• Special Topics:

  • Some additional topics may include introduction to Prenatal Yoga, Gentle, Yin and Restorative Yoga, yoga for specific populations (e.g., seniors or athletes), or yoga therapy. We will also include CPR certification and teaching safely in a hot room.

Throughout the program, students are encouraged to maintain a consistent personal practice and reflect on their own yoga journey. The goal of a 200-hour YTT program is to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to teach yoga safely and effectively while deepening their personal practice and understanding of yoga's philosophy and lifestyle.

2027 Schedule:

This training runs Saturday, January 9 - Sunday, May 23, 2027 and is a hybrid of 11 in-person weekends and 10 livestream Wednesday evenings. Some of the Wednesday evenings will be mentor meetings.

In-person weekends at PYS will be from 9am - 5pm (60-minute break for lunch) and will incorporate class with Kenny, Naomi or a guest teacher both days. 

Wednesday evening sessions on Zoom will be from 6 - 8:30pm. 

Playful Yogi 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Schedule for 2027:

IN-STUDIO WEEKENDS:

January 9 & 10

January 23 & 24

February 6 & 7

February 27 & 28

March 6 & 7

March 20 & 21

April 3 & 4

April 10 & 11

May 1 & 2

May 15 & 16

May 22 & 23 - Final exam & Graduation!

WEDNESDAY EVENING ZOOM SESSIONS: Final Schedule TBA

January 13

January 27

February 10

February 24

March 10

March 24

April 7

April 14

May 5

May 19

INVESTMENT

Early Bird Price (must be paid in full by 10/31/26) = $3695

Full Tuition (must be paid in full by 12/15/26) = $3995

Tuition Payment Plan = $4195 – Paid in 5 monthly payments of $839, first payment must be made by 12/15/26

A deposit of $500 is due at the time of application. The deposit will be applied to the tuition cost upon acceptance into the program.

Tuition includes full unlimited membership to Playful Yogi Space classes for the duration of the program, a value of over $900.

Note: Deposits are Nonrefundable. 
There are no refunds on the training program once the program has started. This includes the obligation for payment plans. Please contact us with questions and be ready to fully commit before applying for this program.