--- title: "Warrior Instructor Journey: Behind the Scenes with Usha Rao" description: "Discover the process behind Warrior Rhythm fitness lessons. Learn how I train instructors and build community in India through my certification workshops." canonical: https://mytribe.in/ushrao/personal-training-corporate-wellness/behind-the-scenes-the-instructor-journey last_updated: 2025-09-05 --- # Behind the Scenes: My Warrior Trainer Journey Tribe Verified · Filmed global fitness content in India By [Usha Rao](https://mytribe.in/ushrao) · Online, at your location, and at 3 studios across Bengaluru · ₹2,200 per session (estimate) Part of [Personal Training & Corporate Wellness](https://mytribe.in/ushrao/personal-training-corporate-wellness). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/ushrao/personal-training-corporate-wellness/gallery) Peek into the work that goes into filming Warrior Rhythm lessons and training the next generation of instructors. ## Photos and videos - ![From a thought to a reality! It was an honor to film with this incredibly talented cast for WARRIOR Rhythm Lesson 13. This is the team that brings the magic to life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a2ed5026-1623-479a-a2d3-7b92f36cc54a) - [Video: It's a dream come true to film such beautiful content with an exceptional leader and team. This is a look at the filming of WARRIOR Rhythm Lesson 13, a soulful and magical experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9f3647f7-bc3e-44cf-bc5b-ee617e43b097) - [Video: Look who's on the mic! Here I am leading a bonus HIIT section for our global WARRIOR community. It's an amazing feeling to guide instructors from all over the world.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fad74f5e-923d-413f-afb4-b6c173c8c35d) - [Video: This reel shows my journey from being accepted as a Master Trainer in 2021 to filming a new lesson in the US. It's been an incredible ride, and I'm so grateful for this community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/57ba31d9-d688-45b2-82cf-a26c010ebbad) - [Video: From remixing a reel to flowing side-by-side with the creator of WARRIOR, Ellen DeWerd. This was a true fan-girl moment and a highlight of my instructor journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cd8e4633-aca2-4cfd-a975-72017f0747f5) - [Video: I felt chills making this reel. Shooting a remix video with the creator of WARRIOR Rhythm in the exact same spot she filmed the original was a surreal and amazing experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bdb712fd-a9a3-4c0a-8e2c-22d8dfda8e69) - [Video: Remixing with my WARRIOR sister from across the globe. The WARRIOR community is all about connection, support, and having fun together, no matter the distance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e4c44b9b-a9f8-4a8c-b8b4-15796e66d565) - [Video: A promo for WARRIOR Rhythm Lesson 14. Each lesson is approached with a theme, like humility, to help us embrace challenges and grow without the pressure of perfection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e4d6b65b-d681-46a4-a05b-0f07051085c4) - ![The WARRIOR Rhythm Lesson 13 cast, taking a moment to connect on the mat. These are the talented people who help create the workouts you love.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/853245a3-9261-4c1e-b741-bcfde4cf5400) - ![The full cast of WARRIOR Rhythm Lesson 13, ready for action. The energy and talent in this group is off the charts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ad759471-b4cb-494c-ac9e-1349c6efa7c5) - [Video: Presenting WARRIOR Rhythm at a fitness conference with our amazing leader. It's an incredible opportunity to share this format, which is so much more than just rebel yoga.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/73e18ede-a90b-4fef-b7b4-18f70fcbde23) ## About Behind the Scenes & The Instructor Journey Filming a professional fitness lesson involves more than just knowing the moves. It requires hours of choreography, lighting checks, and collaboration with a global cast to ensure the final result helps you move with intention. Being a Warrior Master Trainer for India is not just about teaching. It is a process of constant learning and connecting with trainers across the globe. When you see the final lesson, you see the finished product, but the work happens long before the cameras roll. We spend weeks refining the sequences, testing different intensity levels, and ensuring that the message of each lesson resonates with you. My role involves training new instructors through my certification workshops here in Bengaluru. I teach them how to hold space, cue movements safely, and bring their own personality to the floor. Whether it is remixing a flow with a peer from the US or running a local workshop at a studio like Copper and Cloves, the focus remains on building a community where everyone feels welcome. You might notice the high production value of these clips, but the goal is always the same. I want you to see that movement is meant to be fun, accessible, and deeply personal. If you are curious about the instructor journey or want to join a class, these moments capture the heartbeat of what I do. ## About Usha Rao I am Usha, the person who believes fitness should be a joyful expression rather than a chore. My path from practicing to leading instructor workshops for Warrior Rhythm across India has been driven by the simple desire to help you move, breathe, and feel alive. 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