The Thermalist Method Training

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Thermalist Method. Created and taught by Susanna Søberg, PhD.

Curated from her pioneering research, this educational program offers a thorough grasp of cold, heat, and breathwork therapies. Equip yourself with expert knowledge and learn from her 10 years of research and practical experience. Teach with confidence, and prioritize safety. Ideal for both seasoned instructors and enthusiastic beginners. For professionals seeking best practice.

"I invite you to work and partner with me to impact peoples lives in this world. Let's lower stress, depression and preventable diseases - together! - Susanna Søberg, PhD

FOR ENTHUSIASTS

Thermalist® Method at home

2 ½ HOURs

Learn the Thermalist Method. Take your personal thermal journey to the next level with our online course, designed for consumers. Learn best science backed practice in ice baths and sauna and understand the physiological responses to thermal therapy.

€249
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FOR PROFESSIONALS

Level 1: Thermalist® Instructor

10 HOURS

This is the first step to learn the Thermalist Method for professionals. Work science backed in your business with offerings curated by Dr. Soeberg with 10 years of research and expertise in this space. Elevate your practice by taking the first step towards certification as a Thermalist Instructor. Level 1 is good for staff with minimum costumer contact, and still wants to offer science-backed advice. Also perfect for wellness professionals aiming to guide others in safe and effective thermal therapies. Level 1 is the first of two levels to get the full Master Instructor certification.

ONLINE - SELF-PACED.

€1200
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Level 2: Thermalist® Instructor

8 hours

Get your certification! This is the second step to learn the Thermalist Method for professionals. Enjoy the 'easy-to-follow' learning in Dr. Soeberg´s HYBRID classes: Combining online video content, interactive teaching, tests and questionnaires as well as meetings with her in LIVE classes. This level is ideal to perform the Dr. Soeberg’s Thermalist Method after completion of Levels 1. By completing Level 1+2, you acquire the Thermalist Master Instructor certification.

ONLINE (SELF-PACED) & LIVE CLASSES WITH DR. SØBERG

€799
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Thermalist® Master Instructor (Full Education)

LEVEL 1 & 2 - 18 HOURS

Teach and perform the Thermalist Method. Equip yourself with expert knowledge, tons of practical and actionable protocols and tools, teach with confidence, and prioritize safety. This is the all-in-one education to take your level to 'professional' and represent the Thermalist Method. Ideal for both seasoned instructors and enthusiastic beginners, this education is a cornerstone in thermal therapy.

Everything in "Enthusiasts" and "Level 1+2" is included here.

ONLINE (SELF-PACED) & LIVE CLASSES WITH DR. SØBERG

€1.949
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Meet our Certified Thermalist® Instructors

WHAT OUR STUDENTS ARE SAYING
The Thermalist Education have teached and giving me the new essential skills of working with contrast temperature on the field backed up by science. It combines hands-on science based knowledge with theoretical learning. I have learned new breathing techniques to manage physiological responses to temperature changes, enhancing focus and reducing stress. By fostering creativity and new knowledge, it has prepared me as a student to become a teacher and given me an innovative and adaptable skill set. Nothing weak to say, only good stuff!
— Søren Søgaard Eriksen, DK, Thermalist Instructor
The Thermalist Education is self paced so you can fit it into your schedule and work at it when you have time. Very comprehensive, i learnt a lot about the science of cold and heat therapy. Its backed by research and often links to current research is provided The content is broken into easily digestible chunks/videos so its not an information overload Susanna also comes across as very passionate which makes it much easier to listen and take the information in.
— Marcel Austmann, New Zealand, Thermalist Instructor
The course is comprehensive and thorough in teaching the benefits of thermal wellness. Dr. Soeberg's teaching style is supportive and encouraging. There has been a lot of thoughtful work put into creating this groundbreaking course which sets the new standard for thermal wellness and contrast therapy.
— Carrie Cohen, US, Thermalist Instructor
enjoyable. The breath work caught me off guard on how effective and versatile it is and when looked at it under the guide of exercise it makes complete sense. The entire curriculum made me understand how important our biochemistry is to our daily functions as humans.
— William Cain, US, Thermalist Instructor
I found the Thermalist Education incredibly beneficial for teaching the safety and benefits of contrast therapy to my clients. The extensive health data, scientific research, and studies emphasized throughout the course provided me with a strong foundation and concrete understanding of how to apply this knowledge to my wellness consultant business. I cannot wait to share these insights and be an extension of Dr. Susanna Soberg, bringing her expertise to my clients and helping them achieve optimal health.
— Lauren Pronger, US, Thermalist Instructor
5 out of 5 ! The bite-size nature of the video instructions made it really digestible and easy to pick up in manageable learning modules. Good balance of the scientific background and research to underpin the benefits and practical applications. I would recommend this course to anyone interested in improving their physical and mental health through the most natural and readily accessible heat and cold therapy. This could be genuinely life-changing for those willing to commit the three weeks needed to create new habits that lead to the Thermalist lifestyle. Brilliant!
— JANE
There is so much information packaged into the Thermalist Education which is really great. Videos are fun and informative; Content seems accessible to people with varying background levels of science; Repetition helps to join the dots. There is a very clear message about the empowerment of the individual to make lifestyle choices that have major implications for health and wellbeing both in the short term and for the longer term 'health span'. I look forward to the live discussions to bring even more value
— Kristina Wilton, US, Thermalist Instructor
The Thermalist education - 5 stars! -The content is solid and comprehensive -Lots of science backed explanations and protocols -Susana is a really cool teacher and explains things well in layman terms -The images of physiology were very helpful I enjoyed how there were many videos, broken down by topic -I really feel confident in my knowledge especially after watching certain videos a few times -I appreciated the focus on safety
— Ronan Aires, South Africa, Thermalist Instructor
This course gave a fantastic job balancing basics and high level knowledge. Turns out I quite like cellular biology and reading medical journals! So I appreciate the balance.
— Abigail Mote, US, Thermalist Instructor
Fascinating content, bringing together heat, cold and breathing science and benefits Science was made easy to understand and delivered in short, digestible videos. it was very science-based and including recent research the regular tests at the end of each section were good I need to revisit some of the content but feel confident to run 1-2-1 or small workshops using thermotherapy and breathing to improve people’s health
— Marianne Johnson, UK, Thermalist Instructor
I liked how the material in Thermalist Education builds on each other. Dr. Søberg, does a great job at creating an understanding for and appreciation of a wholeness of practice. The content is also provided in such a friendly way, it feels joyful to sit and learn. It is interesting and compelling, and I was always looking for when I could sit down an learn more from my course. The visuals and diagrams are really helpful, making anatomical and physiological concepts clear. I devoured the links to the studies!
— Birgit Sacher, US, Thermalist Instructor
TOP TOP TOP 5 stars! The Thermalist education - well done. The major strength of this course lies in its comprehensive approach to learning, which seamlessly blends science-backed evidence with practical applications. The course addresses the importance of individual differences among clients, making the content all the more valuable and applicable in real-world scenarios.
— Stuart Wilson, UK, Thermalist Instructor
the major strengths of this course center around the science-backed studies and data presented. Dr. Soberg's expertise in the field of contrast therapy is extremely valuable and is what sets this course above others. The safety protocols outlined are excellent as they always put the clients safety as the first priority. The volume of knowledge around human biological, and physiological responses to temperature extremes promotes better understanding of this method of therapy.
— William Gibson, Canada, Thermalist Instructor
Dr. Susanna has excelled in explaining complex concepts to her students, providing a comprehensive and science-backed educational experience. Every concept in the course is meticulously explained using scientific evidence, ensuring that students can trust the information they receive. Dr. Susanna’s ability to break down complex scientific data into understandable Modules and sections is particularly commendable.
— Piyush Kumar, UK, Thermalist Instructor
Such a pleasure taking this course!! Just brilliant presented and easy to follow and do. I rate it 5 out of 5! I love the bite-size library of content. I could do it in my own pace, and rewatch, which fit my worklife. Dr. Soeberg really made a well-balanced course of both theory and practice - you know why this is good and then how to do it. The thermalist cure is really a lifechanging approach! Eye opening course. Thanks to Dr. Susanna Soeberg for everything you do.
— William
The Thermalist Education is almost like a multi media format PhD thesis. What I mean is, in the most wonderful way, it’s like reading/watching/learning/ engaging with and completely immersing yourself in someone’s life work. Namely Susanna’s life work. And it has been amazing. it is a beautifully and succinctly put together run through of all the best science out there. It makes a compelling argument and paints a complete picture of how to educate the world to recover from our collective lifestyle.Fantasic!
— Eve Keighley, UK, Thermalist Instructor
The work you are doing is very important. As an interventional pain management physician I am always looking for non invasive ways for patients to improve their health and pain.
— Matthew Pouliot
Dr. Søberg you have helped me so much with my new cold water plunge routine. I look forward to learning more about the optimum time to increase my metabolism, eliminating weak mitochondria and more. Thank you!
— Mark Strauss
Thank you from Australia! I am excited to learn more and love the work you are doing. I have started cold plunging for the past 10 weeks and noticing benefits but also dealing with problems such as reynauds and chilblains. I hope I can learn more to help me on my journey
— Lisa
Thank you for making the science of beath, cold and heat so accessible. Looking forward to becoming your first instructor from South Africa.
— Ronen
My husband and I love your work. We've done Bikram since 2008 and now I'm teaching it. Your work in cold is of great interest and you've inspired us to put in a cold plunge. Thank you!
— Karen
I am fascinated by your knowledge of metabolism and all things hot and cold. I am on my own wellness journey that includes nutrition, cold plunge and infrared heat.
— Daniel
I find your work really interesting. It supports my work as a cold water therapy coach, breathing coach and menopause wellbeing practitioner. I'm interested in your Thermalist Instructor Course as well, so want to keep up to date with your work. Thank you
— Marianne
The major strength of the Thermalist Education lies in its comprehensive approach to learning, which seamlessly blends science-backed evidence with practical applications. The course addresses the importance of individual differences among clients, making the content all the more valuable and applicable in real-world scenarios.
— Stuart, UK - Thermalist Instructor
Some of the Major strengths of the Thermalist Education are: 1) The duration of the course in total and of each session separately, 2) The comprehensiveness and depth of information, 3) The style of presenting the research data: joyful, easy to understand and very scientific and professional at the same time; 4) The repetition (!) in some sections really helped to remember the things you think you know ;) 5) It was a very pleasant and exciting experience to get the knowledge overall.
— Eleonora, CH Thermalist Instructor
I first learned of you from Peter Attila's Podcast. I was so intrigued by your work. Thank you!
— Sharon
Thank you so much for all of this incredible information you put on. From the first time that I erased myself in an ice bath I went in to total shock and had no idea about the physiological effects that were occuring. After reading your first book and listening to many of your podcasts I now use this information to help men tackle mental health issues in my Men's group events.
— Daryl
Love your story, heard you on many different podcasts and you got me talking cold showers and talking about it to many of my patients. Keep up the great work!
— Mayoor
I love how you really care about people's health
— Jack
Glad to support your work as it has already made mine and my families life better!
— Dave
I run a sauna and cold plunge business in New Zealand and love your work. Thank you for sharing this knowledge in a digestible way.
— Cameron
I'm sincerely hoping your information on the thermal therapy will help my wellness journey post pulmonary embolism
— Jayme
I'm excited to learn more about the cold water immersion and breath work. Looking forward to learning more about the instructor program.
— Vicky
I’ve had classes taught by MD’s, DC’s and PhD’s, but the quality of this program and the throughness of Dr. Søberg is unmatched. Everything is covered and then some! This program will have a positive impact on lives across the globe and I’m proud to be part of this recolution in wellness.
— Tom Detko, US, Thermalist Instructor
Thank you for sharing such vital data in actionable ways!
— Melanie
I love your thoroughly evidenced approach while communicating effectively without scientific jargon. Thank you
— Stu

Frequently asked questions

What are the requirements for enrolling in the Thermalist® Education?

The Thermalist® Education is open to individuals who have a passion for holistic health and a desire to enhance their knowledge. Whether you're an aspiring instructor, a practitioner, or simply someone eager to delve into the world of thermal stress and therapy, our program welcomes learners of all backgrounds and experiences. Additionally, all participants are required to have completed a first-aid course and renew it every second year.

How long does it typically take to complete the education?

The course is self-paced, so the duration can vary based on individual learning speed. However you have have 3 months to complete the education.

Is this course suitable for beginners or individuals new to thermal therapy practices?

Yes, the education is suitable for beginners. Dr. Susanna Søberg's instructor course provides comprehensive training that covers the fundamentals, making it accessible to those new to thermal therapy practices.

Will I receive a certification upon completion of the instructor education?

Yes, successful completion of the education will earn you a certification as a qualified thermal wellness instructor.

Are there ongoing support or resources available after finishing the education?

Yes, graduates of the instructor education gain access to a community of fellow instructors where we share and support each other in our work.

What kind of teaching materials or resources are provided during the education?

The education includes a comprehensive curriculum, instructional videos, study materials, and practical exercises to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to teach thermal therapy effectively.

Can this education be taken online, and is it self-paced?

Yes, the course is entirely online and self-paced, allowing you to study and complete assignments according to your schedule and preferences.

How does this course differ from other thermal wellness instructor programs available in the market?

Dr. Susanna Søberg's Instructor Course is founded in her pioneering research, the Søberg Principle. Her passion for and many years of studying the physiology and biochemistry of thermal stress, Susanna has trained winter swimmers and is, herself, a practitioner. The educational program offers an unparalleled depth of knowledge in thermal therapy, underpinned by scientific rigor and unwavering commitment to safety. This distinctive approach sets the courseware apart, making the source materials a trusted choice in the field of thermal therapy education. Dr. Søberg's primary goal is to make this form of fitness accessible to everyone, empowering individuals to prevent lifestyle diseases through informed learning and responsible application and practice.