Sweat Central · Scarsdale, NY · 2026
Become a
Yoga
Teacher
26&2 Bikram Method | July-December 2026
- Led by Richard Pike — 15 years of Bikram experience
- 200-Hour curriculum · Yoga Alliance registration pending
- Small group — limited enrollment
- Early enrollment: $1,450 · Deposit by June 30
Become a
About the Program
Everything you need
to teach with confidence
The Sweat Central 26&2 Teacher Training is a comprehensive, immersive program designed to take your personal practice to a whole new level — and equip you with everything you need to lead a class of your own.
Running from July through December 2026, the program blends online learning with in-person Saturday sessions and one-on-one dialogue coaching throughout the summer. You’ll study the full Bikram teaching dialogue, yoga history, anatomy, and ethics — and finish by teaching real live classes.
“Share your passion. Deepen your practice.
Learn everything you need to teach.”
The program is intentionally kept to a small group so that every participant receives personalized attention and feedback from Richard throughout the training.
Curriculum Highlights
What You’ll Learn & Master
The Dialogue
Master the complete 26&2 Bikram teaching script — word for word — with coaching and feedback from Richard throughout the summer sessions.
Yoga History & Philosophy
Master the complete 26&2 Bikram teaching script — word for word — with coaching and feedback from Richard throughout the summer sessions.
Anatomy
Master the complete 26&2 Bikram teaching script — word for word — with coaching and feedback from Richard throughout the summer sessions.
Ethics & Conduct
Master the complete 26&2 Bikram teaching script — word for word — with coaching and feedback from Richard throughout the summer sessions.
Live Teaching
Master the complete 26&2 Bikram teaching script — word for word — with coaching and feedback from Richard throughout the summer sessions.
Books & Materials
Master the complete 26&2 Bikram teaching script — word for word — with coaching and feedback from Richard throughout the summer sessions.
Your Instructor
Richard Pike
Richard is the owner of Sweat Central and has been teaching Bikram yoga for 15 years. He has trained many of the teachers currently on the Sweat Central roster — and brings the same depth, rigor, and warmth to every student he works with.
His approach to teacher training is rooted in the belief that great teaching starts with a great personal practice — and that anyone who commits fully to this program will emerge ready to inspire others in the hot room.
Program Schedule
How the Program unfolds
The training runs July through December 2026, combining online learning, summer dialogue
coaching sessions, fall in-person Saturdays, and live teaching at the finish.
Individual coaching and feedback sessions on Saturday afternoons — focused entirely on dialogue memorization.
Minimum 10 hours required. Participants who excel at memorization may attend fewer sessions at Richard’s discretion.
In-Person Fall Saturday
Full in-person training days at the Sweat Central studio covering all program subjects.
All sessions held at the Sweat Central studio in Scarsdale. Attendance at all dates is expected.
Online Learning
Online modules covering yoga history, anatomy, ethics, and supplemental material run throughout the full program period — on your own schedule, at your own pace.
Live Teching
At the conclusion of the program, every participant will teach real live classes with real students — the capstone of your training and your first step as a certified teacher.
Full Curriculum
A complete 200-hour program
This program has been submitted to Yoga Alliance for RYT 200 recognition (approval pending).
Graduates who meet all hour requirements may be eligible to register as Yoga Alliance RYT 200 teachers.
26&2 Teaching Dialogue
Complete memorization and delivery of the Bikram script for all 26 postures and 2 breathing exercises, developed through one-on-one coaching sessions with Richard.
Yoga History & Philosophy
The lineage and tradition of Bikram yoga, its roots in the broader Hatha tradition, and the philosophy that underpins the 26&2 sequence.
Anatomy for Yoga Teachers
How the body moves through the 26&2 sequence — joints, muscles, alignment, and the physiological effects of hot yoga on the body.
Ethics & Professional Standards
Your responsibilities as a teacher — to your students, your studio, and the wider yoga community. Boundaries, conduct, and professional expectations.
Personal Practice — 75 Classes
A minimum of 75 classes taken at Sweat Central as part of your training. Your personal practice is the foundation of great teaching.
Supervised Live Teaching
Lead real classes with real students at the close of the program, with direct observation and feedback from Richard.
Full Curriculum
Your investment
Enrollment is limited to a small group. A $500 deposit reserves your spot and locks in your pricing. Deposits are refundable within 30 days.
Early Enrollment
Deposit received by June 30, 2026
$500 deposit now · $950 balance due Aug 30
- Full 200-hour curriculum
- All books & training materials
- Summer dialogue coaching sessions
- 10 in-person fall Saturdays
- Online learning modules
- Supervised live teaching
- Certificate of completion
Standard Enrollment
No deposit received by June 30, 2026
$1,900
Paid in full at time of enrollment. Closes August 30.
- Full 200-hour curriculum
- All books & training materials
- Summer dialogue coaching sessions
- 10 in-person fall Saturdays
- Online learning modules
- Supervised live teaching
- Certificate of completion
Monthly membership required. Participants must maintain an active Sweat Central monthly membership throughout the program (July–December 2026). Your membership is how you’ll take your 75 required classes — and is separate from program tuition.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to be an advanced practitioner to enroll?
There is no minimum level requirement, but you should have an established 26&2 practice and feel comfortable in the hot room. If you’re unsure whether you’re ready, come to the June 13th info session and speak with Richard directly.
Is this program Yoga Alliance certified?
Sweat Central has submitted an application to Yoga Alliance for RYT 200 recognition. Approval is currently pending. Graduates who complete all 200 hours will be eligible to pursue Yoga Alliance registration once approval is granted.
What if I miss a Saturday session?
Life happens. Please notify Richard in advance if you need to miss a session. Absences may affect program completion, and all missed hours must be made up.
Do I have to attend all the summer dialogue coaching sessions?
You must complete a minimum of 10 hours across the summer Saturday sessions. Participants who demonstrate strong dialogue memorization may attend fewer sessions at Richard’s discretion.
Is my deposit refundable?
Yes — the $500 deposit is fully refundable within 30 days of payment. After 30 days it becomes non-refundable. If you withdraw after the program begins, any tuition paid beyond the deposit will be issued as a credit toward a future Sweat Central program.
Will completing this program guarantee me a teaching position at Sweat Central?
Completing the program does not guarantee employment. However, Richard has trained many of Sweat Central’s current teachers through this process, and graduates who excel are naturally well-positioned.
I have more questions — how do I reach you?
Come to the free info session on June 13th at 1:00 pm, or reach out to us directly using the contact form below. We’re happy to answer any questions before you commit.
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