Thermalist® Method Instructor Certification program

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Upcoming Certification Workshop – Tylösand, Sweden

April 11-13, 2025 – SOLD OUT
October 24-26, 2025 – NOW OPEN (Limited seats)

The 3 months Certification Consists of Three Parts:

1. Comprehensive Online Training (+18 hours)

18+ hours of video content & e-book based on research from hundreds of scientific papers.
Pre-recorded video classes with Susanna Søberg, PhD, and expert interviews.
Content curated by leading scientists in epidemiology, neuroscience, human genetics, human biology, and physiology from Denmark, the UK, and Finland.

2. Live Online Teaching

Six interactive online sessions with Susanna Søberg and her medical team.
In-depth teaching on each of the key modules.
If you cannot attend live, recordings will be available.
Meet your group online, introduce yourself and meet all in the coming workshop.

3. In-Person Certification Workshop (3 Days)

Teaching with Dr. Søberg and group work.
Hands-on training in the spa to solidify your knowledge and pass the certification test.
Case discussions and practical application of the Thermalist Method.
Network with fellow Thermalist Method Instructors from around the world.
Meet Susanna Søberg and her medical team to refine your practice and ask questions.
Experience the Nordic tradition of group winter swimming and connect with fellow Thermalist Method Instructors— build a strong professional network and even lasting friendships for life.

What You’ll Learn

Science-backed expertise in cold, heat, and breathwork therapies.
Practical know-how to teach with confidence and ensure safety.
How to apply the Thermalist Method effectively in a professional setting.

All training materials are bite-sized, self-paced, and easy to follow, with clickable references for deeper learning. Beyond certification, you’ll join a global network of professionals dedicated to continuous learning and support.

Mastering cold and heat exposure, combined with proper breathing techniques, is essential for optimizing health and stress resilience. This program offers the scientific knowledge and practical experience needed to teach these methods safely and effectively.

Requirement: You want to offer the Thermalist Method workshop and be a supportive member of the community.

£2,491.00

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The Certification Program

Online and physical attendance

Online video education - Module 1

Cold Exposure and Contrast Therapy

Uncover the secrets of Cold Exposure and Contrast Therapy: Discover various forms of cold exposure, unlock the "Stress up to stress down" approach, and explore the fascinating physiology behind it.

Discover various forms of cold exposure
Unlock the "Stress up to stress down" approach
Experience the CTRL+ALT+DEL EFFECT
Explore the fascinating physiology and biochemistry
Prioritize safety with expert guidance
Uncover the transformative Soeberg Principle
Learn how cold exposure influences immune function and metabolism
Dive into the art of recovery
Optimize your mitochondrial health
Achieve balance in mental and physical well-being
Exclusive insights from Susanna in conversation with Professor Mike Tipton on the wonders of cold exposure

Online video education- Module 2

Heat Exposure and Contrast Therapy

Master the Science of Heat Exposure: Explore the world of heat exposure, delve into the physiology of heat stress, and gain insights into how heat impacts metabolism and immune function.

Explore the world of heat exposure
Delve into the physiology of heat stress
Master the science of heat habituation
Discover how heat impacts metabolism and immune function
Enhance your mental and physical health
Prioritize safety in heat exposure
Gain exclusive insights from Susanna in conversation with a leading scientist in sauna exposure

Online video education - Module 3

The Power of Healthy Breathing

Unlock the Benefits of Healthy Breathing: Uncover the physiology and biochemistry of breathing, learn various breathing techniques for better health, and understand how breathing influences metabolism and immune function.

Uncover the physiology and biochemistry of breathing
Explore the art of balancing hyperventilation and slow breathing
Learn a variety of breathing techniques for improved health
Find relief from pain and achieve better sleep
Understand how breathing influences metabolism and immune function

Live teaching online

6 online teaching classes

Classes will follow the online education curriculum, where Susanna and her medical team will teach you in each module, answer your questions and help you prepare to be the best Thermalist Method Instructor you can be.

Part of the teaching will be to discuss cases from real life scenarios, which you likely will meet in your workshops.

Physical Worshop

3 days physical workshop in Sweden

Read the program below.

Certification

3 months (18 hours) online training in theory and practice to perform the Thermalist Method with confidence.
Certificate awarded upon completion of the online training and physical workshop.
Deep dive into science-backed cold & heat exposure, breathing techniques - this is all delivered in bite size in layman terms.

3 months access to complete the online basic education.
6 supportive online teaching classes with Susanna and her medical team to go over the online modules.
3 days workshop in Sweden to get your certification to practice the Thermalist Method workshop.
E-book containing essential learnings.
Case studies to practice.
Join a global community for networking and support.
Be part of a sciencebacked method to increase health and performance.
3-month FREE access to the Thermalist Journal for latest health updates.
First year license included

What our students are saying

Thermalist Method Instructor workshop

Thermalist® Method Instructor Workshop Tylösand in Sweden.

April 11-13, 2025 – SOLD OUT

October 24-26, 2025 – NOW OPEN

Requirement: Dedicated to offer Thermalist Method Workshops, passed the online training and supportive member of the community.

To become a certified Thermalist Method Instructor, we'll see you in a theoretical and practical workshop with Susanna Søberg and her medical team in Sweden.

In this workshop we'll practice the method.

We have prepared the method for a long time - as you know science backed methods takes time to develop. This method is based on 10 years of science and practical knowledge in physical and mental health.

The detailed program will be send upon sign-up. We hope to see you there!

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What you take care of...

Friday: We meet in the hall at 1pm (CET).

Sunday: Finish at 5pm (CET)

You take care of Flight + transfer + booking of room at Hotel Tylösand.

Bring: Warm clothing, swimwear, swim rope and swim shoes (if you like).

Booking of room (includes breakfast + access to spa area)

Enjoy our special Thermalist discount for the rooms at the hotel.
You come from all over the world so some of you might want to come early - on Thursday - or you want to leave Monday - it's up to you and what fits your flight schedule.

Single Room / night: 170 EUR
or 179 USD.

Double Room / night:
238 EUR or 250 USD.

Rates may change with exchange rate fluctuations.
Booking of room send an email to: bokning@tylosand.se

Frequently asked questions

What are the requirements for enrolling in the Thermalist® Method Certification program?

The Thermalist® Method Certification is for aspiring instructors who wants to offer the Thermalist Method Workshops for costumers/clients. You are supportive of the Thermalist Method Instructor community and want to be part of it. All participants are required to have completed a first-aid course and renew it every second year. Instructors need to accept the Thermalist branding guideline and license agreement.

How long does it typically take to complete the program?

The course is self-paced, so the duration can vary based on individual learning speed. However you have have 3 months with 6 online teaching classes with our medical team. We'll go through the modules, discuss cases and answer your questions. The program takes 3 months. After this you'll be ready to attend the physical workshop where you will pass the test and get your certification to offer Thermalist Method Workshops.

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

Yes, the education is suitable for beginners who want to start having costumers. We would rather train you from the beginning, than having you try on your own and potentially make mistakes and create bad habits that you might pass on to costumers/clients. The program provides comprehensive safety and physiology 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 full program will earn you a certification as a qualified Thermalist Method Instructor.

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

Yes, you have access to us, but also a community of fellow instructors where you share and support each other in your work with the Thermalist Method. After you have performed your first workshops we'll have a follow up call. After year 1, there will be options of getting more education for stage 2 and 3, with more workshop offers.

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 offer the Thermalist Method. You get our e-book, the Thermalist Method guidelines, follow up call after your first workshops and guidance online.

Is the program online, and is it self-paced?

Yes and no, the first part is the online video content (+18 hours) which you have access to for 3 months. Which is plenty of time to do a deep dive and allowing you to study and complete assignments according to your schedule and preferences. During this period you have 6 online teaching classes with us. After this, we meet for a physical workshop to practice, test and certify you.

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

Dr. Susanna Søberg's courses are not only founded in her pioneering research, the Søberg Principle, but also +10 years of deep dive into the practice as well as all the research available. Sorting, digesting and connecting the dots in very complex litterature has become her expertise. Through her passion of studying the physiology and biochemistry of thermal stress, Susanna has trained winter swimmers and is, herself, a practitioner. The Thermalist Method is based on many years of research, in depth 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. 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. We are proud to say that the Thermalist Method is the first and only science-backed certification in contrast therapy for practitioners.

WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING

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

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 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

Thank you for providing us with more science and information. I really hope to in the future join your courses and become a thermalist myself.

— Laura Graversen

The principles that you endorse have proven very effective for our family's health and physical performance

— Mark

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

You have changed my life and I'm hoping I can change others using your information. Thank you

— Sam

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

April is Sold Out. October is OPEN Thermalist Method Instructor Workshop with Susanna Søberg in Tylösand, Sweden October 2025 -sign up to reserve your seat!