Pregnancy Yoga and Pilates
When you find out you are pregnant your life changes, you are now especially aware of the miracle inside and your responsibilities. You want to ensure that you are as healthy as can be and that the baby gets the best start in life. It is therefore important to eat well, sleep well, keep hydrated and exercise.
There are many benefits to exercise during pregnancy, and some more so than others. Before you start exercising, check with your midwife or health care practitioner. It is important you and your baby are not at risk. When you receive the ‘go ahead’ you can introduce or continue with some gentle to moderate exercise throughout your pregnancy.
The benefits of exercise during pregnancy are:
What Absolute Yoga and Pilates can offer you:
We are delighted to offer 2 online specialist pre-natal classes. These classes are perfect for complete beginners, at any stage of pregnancy and post-natal mums who want to start exercising again with a gentle approach. Classes are delivered online, so you don’t even need to leave home to attend.
New classes starting from Monday 1st February
Monday 6pm Pilates (duration 45 minutes)
Thursday 6pm Yoga (duration 45 minutes)
Cost: £40 to attend both classes and access to recordings - 1st February - 25th February
or £8 per class.
Why choose us?
We feel our online classes sets us apart from other yoga and Pilates studios. We offer exceptional value and are very proud to shout out and share the 8 top reasons for you to join our pre-natal online classes:
What you will need?
After 16 weeks, it is no longer recommended you lay flat on your back. However, for some moves and relaxation you may want to. We therefore recommend a pregnancy support wedge. This will raise your heart higher than your pelvis, allowing you to recline in comfort. You will be able to enjoy using this during your classes and relaxing at home. Here is a link to purchase one from Amazon: Pregnancy support wedge
Booking form (PARQ) and Health Checklist
Follow this link to complete a Pre-Natal Booking form. Download the Pre Natal-Health check list here to discuss with your healthcare professional. Payment will secure your booking, our bank details are on the booking form.
When you find out you are pregnant your life changes, you are now especially aware of the miracle inside and your responsibilities. You want to ensure that you are as healthy as can be and that the baby gets the best start in life. It is therefore important to eat well, sleep well, keep hydrated and exercise.
There are many benefits to exercise during pregnancy, and some more so than others. Before you start exercising, check with your midwife or health care practitioner. It is important you and your baby are not at risk. When you receive the ‘go ahead’ you can introduce or continue with some gentle to moderate exercise throughout your pregnancy.
The benefits of exercise during pregnancy are:
- Maintaining your fitness so you can continue with normal everyday life as your body changes and to prepare you for the birth of your baby.
- Improving your posture to help prevent back ache and lower back pain caused by pregnancy.
- Help strengthen abdominal and pelvic floor muscles. Active and strong muscles will cope with the changes to your body during pregnancy and aid recovery after the birth of your baby.
- Improve your circulation. This may help decrease the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes.
- Keep everything moving! Help prevent constipation, varicose veins, blood clots, leg cramps and swelling of legs and feet.
- It may improve your sleep and help you relax, resulting in less stress, anxiety, and fatigue.
- It will help prevent excessive weight gain improving self-image and self-confidence.
- It may teach you breathing techniques you can use during labour.
What Absolute Yoga and Pilates can offer you:
We are delighted to offer 2 online specialist pre-natal classes. These classes are perfect for complete beginners, at any stage of pregnancy and post-natal mums who want to start exercising again with a gentle approach. Classes are delivered online, so you don’t even need to leave home to attend.
New classes starting from Monday 1st February
Monday 6pm Pilates (duration 45 minutes)
Thursday 6pm Yoga (duration 45 minutes)
Cost: £40 to attend both classes and access to recordings - 1st February - 25th February
or £8 per class.
Why choose us?
We feel our online classes sets us apart from other yoga and Pilates studios. We offer exceptional value and are very proud to shout out and share the 8 top reasons for you to join our pre-natal online classes:
- We work with kindness, this is more than a business, we are a family and offer a community where everyone is equal and welcome. No-one is turned away, even if they don't have the funds to pay! If you are struggling financially during these difficult times, we have the 'gift of yoga' and Pilates. Please get in touch to find out more.
- We offer bespoke pregnancy classes taught by a specialist qualified pre-natal instructor.
- We care about you individually, with a friendly and inclusive approach.
- We listen and communicate by email between classes asking for your feedback, so that we can give exactly what you want. If you would like more individual support, or private lessons, please get in touch.
- There is no joining fee - you can book what you want, when you want. Pay £8 per class or for just £10 per week (paid in monthly blocks) you can attend both pregnancy classes live and enjoy them again at a later time on catchup.
- You are greeted at the start of every class and if you arrive early, we love to have a chat giving you the opportunity to meet new friends and discuss your pregnancy with other mums.
- We offer individual online support to get you up and running. A private meeting will be set up to navigate Zoom and find your feet.
- We publish a weekly newsletter and blogs on meditation keeping you up-to-date with everything that's happening at Absolute Yoga and Pilates.
What you will need?
- A yoga or Pilates mat
- A ventilated space at home to roll out your mat and enjoy some exercise
- Comfortable clothing (no shoes are required)
- Music and candles (optional for your enjoyment)
- After 16 weeks, a pregnancy support wedge or pile of cushions from the sofa!
After 16 weeks, it is no longer recommended you lay flat on your back. However, for some moves and relaxation you may want to. We therefore recommend a pregnancy support wedge. This will raise your heart higher than your pelvis, allowing you to recline in comfort. You will be able to enjoy using this during your classes and relaxing at home. Here is a link to purchase one from Amazon: Pregnancy support wedge
Booking form (PARQ) and Health Checklist
Follow this link to complete a Pre-Natal Booking form. Download the Pre Natal-Health check list here to discuss with your healthcare professional. Payment will secure your booking, our bank details are on the booking form.
