HotCore uses fluid drag to activate the inner and outer units of the core.
This 30-minute class alternates plank-based high-intensity work intervals with low-intensity stretching. Static yoga and functional movements provide a counterstretch and muscle lengthening between work intervals.
Students wear socks on wood, marley or tile, not carpet. Fluid drag is created as the socks move across the floor through specific patterns and variations in hand, foot and hip positioning.
The format suits instructors adding a 20–30-minute abs-focused group fitness session to their schedule. Intensity and body positioning can be modified for different skill levels.
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WHAT TO EXPECT?
Train online, write your class sequence and demonstrate it through movement.
Training day: approximately 8–10 hours, depending on group size, with fellow trainees via Zoom.
Your demonstration: write an entire four-round class sequence and demonstrate one full round to your instructor via Zoom, following the training guidelines and rubric.
Prepare your space: socks and a wood, marley or tile surface for fluid-drag movement, not carpet.
Bring: hydration, snacks and a device for downloading music and making playlists.
Come ready to work hard and connect with your fellow teacher trainees. You belong here.
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INVESTMENT
FIRST-TIME CERTIFICATION
$399.00
Affirm financing is available for qualified applicants, with rates as low as 0% APR. Affirm collects installments; these orders are recorded as paid in full and are non-refundable.
If Affirm declines your application, contact training@thebutimovement.com about a custom payment plan. The team needs to verify the declined application first.
License agreement + Instructor Tools+
A signed license agreement and ongoing Instructor Tools membership are required to keep your certification active. The license agreement is sent through SignEasy before training. It protects the format and the value of the training.
Instructor Tools can be paid quarterly or annually at a discount. It includes access to the video streaming platform and monthly instructor tools.
If you already subscribe to Instructor Tools for another BUTI format, you do not need another subscription. One membership covers all BUTI formats.
If the Instructor Tools fee lapses, your certification also lapses. You remain in good standing while not teaching, but must reactivate before teaching again.
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TRAINING TIMES + LOCATION DETAILS
YOUR TRAINING DAYS
Training starts at 8am CST unless otherwise noted in your training-specific email. Training days typically end between 6–8pm, depending on group size.
You’ll receive an immediate purchase confirmation. Your Zoom access links are emailed 24 hours before training.
UPCOMING TRAININGS
November 13, 2026 · Online (CST Time Zone)
Training is hosted on Zoom.
Registration, transfers + schedule changes+
All certifications and payments are non-refundable, but registrations may be independently sold at the customer’s discretion.
One transfer to a future date is free when requested at least 8 weeks before training. Changes within 8 weeks incur a $199 change fee.
Trainings may be rescheduled or relocated due to low enrollment. Notifications are provided before the scheduled certification date.
