Mindful Strength Teacher’s Program
Progress your students to heavy lifting
Here’s what you get:
Small group training limited to 10-12 participants
Monthly workshops with Kathryn
1-1 coaching & mentorship sessions with Kathryn
Learn how to progress from light bands/weights to heavier lifting
Learn to program strength & conditioning for groups and 1-1
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Main topics…
- Work on your own strength training and progress your lifting
- Learn to build up to heavy lifting peaks and progress through percentage based training
- Incorporate conditioning into your programming for a well rounded approach
- Progress students from light weights and bands to heavier lifting
- Get the right equipment into your space and use it with confidence
- Write strength programs for students to follow, whether in group settings or 1-1
- Recognize when students need to increase, decrease or manage load in more effective ways
- Develop muscle and bone mass through exercise, especially for women 50+
- Adapt and progress classic compound movements like deadlifts, squats, push-ups, pull-ups, lunges etc…
- Understand long term programming, which exercises to rotate and the intricate benefits of various movements.
- Teach strength training + basic conditioning in ways that still feel mindful, compassionate and holistic
Participant Requirements
In order to participate you must have a minimum of 3 years experience teaching some type of in-person exercise. You must also have access to a range of weights, either adjustable dumbbells, a set of heavy kettlebells, or barbell set. During this program you must have time to dedicate to your own strength training, we recommend 2-3x/week.
This program is designed for people who teach in-person, smaller groups or 1-1. If you aren’t currently teaching, but you have a strong interest in learning this material, you are welcome to apply.
It is important that you already know the basic exercises, this program is not appropriate for folks who have never done any lifting before.
I.e. you must know how to do basic exercises like deadlifts, squats, rows. Kathryn is here to help you understand how to adapt, rotate and progress exercises but a basic understanding of the exercises is essential.
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Dates/Details
This program is 6 months long and includes a combination of group workshops/calls and 1-1 mentorship with Kathryn.
1-1 calls will be 60 minutes long and scheduled individually with Kathryn. Included are 3 calls, spread out over the 6 month training.
Workshops will be hosted online through Zoom and participants must attend the calls live. Exceptions can be made for illness/emergengy, but this program generally involves group participation and involvement.
Most of these groups calls will be lead by Kathryn, with a couple of guest teachers along the way.
These calls will be on Friday’s from 12-3:30pm ET, with breaks included.
Jan 16, Feb 19, March 19, April 30, May 28, June 25, 2027
1-1 Coaching & Programming
You will get a personalized strength program and customized support to meet you exactly where you are. Developing your own strength is a large component of this program.
Your custom program will be delivered to your through our Everfit app. As you log all your workouts Kathryn will check in, and invite you to share feedback and make adjustments to your program to make sure it’s just right for you.
During your 1-1 calls ou will also have time to ask questions about your teaching, class programming, and any challenges that arise.
Program Cost:
$2,500 CAD + hst if in Canada (approx $1,800 USD)
Payment plans available.
A $500 CAD deposit is required to hold your spot in the program.
Application Deadline: Sept 30 2025
Payment Plans are available
Program Benefits
- Learn from someone who has gone through these exact steps, transitioning her teaching and incorporating heavy lifting into classes.
- Get all your questions answered and feel supported as you begin this new adventure.
- Elevate your own strength training and learn through practical examples.
- Individualized support/mentoring as well as small group engagement.
- Connect with other teachers who are experiencing similar challenges and wins.
- Feel confident, motivated and inspired in your own training and teaching.
Application Process
Begin by filling out the application form. Kathryn will begin reviewing and replying to applications Sept 15th 2027.
Kathryn will reach out to you will follow up questions if needed. If accepted into the program a $500 CAD deposit (non-refundable) will be required to confirm participation.
We are only accepting 10-12 participants, we want to make sure participants are well prepared for the program, can actually attend the calls, and have necessary equipment to practice and teach strength & conditioning.
“This course helped me find the middle ground. There is a real art and science to building strength safely, and Kathryn teaches it with clarity in easy to understand ways. Over the 6 months, I gained a deeper, embodied understanding of how to use weights that makes sense for my body. This training gave me both the tools and the trust in myself to support others with strength work.”
“The material in this program was accessible, the discussions and questions from peers added valuable perspective, and the approach felt more inclusive—less fear-based and more accommodating of diverse body types and experiences. I often find myself referencing the workshop notes more than the NASM book!
“I loved this program. I started teaching heavy lifting classes half way through and they were instantly very popular and successful. I feel like the program prepared me well to support my students and progress my own lifting.”
About Kathryn
Kathryn (she/her) has been coaching exercise in some form or another since the age of 17. Growing up in her mother’s (Diane Bruni) yoga studio she has been learning about mindful movement her entire life.
In 2012 Kathryn started strength training in an attempt to help her own injuries. In the process she discovered how strength training can be used to build resilience, confidence, muscle and bone mass and that strength training was incredible for everyone! (not just young injured athletes)
Kathryn now runs a small in person gym where she coaches mostly 50+ participants in heavy lifting. She has completed a professional pain science mentorship with physiotherapist Neil Pearson.
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