Movement and Exercise for Pregnancy – Pre/Post Natal

6 hours

This workshop combines the latest research on pregnancy and exercise. You learn about the physiological changes that pregnant women experience and how to support them with a Pilates-based conditioning program. We focus on how to modify Pilates for the specific needs of pregnant women so you have a clear understanding of what to do at each stage of pregnancy. Special attention is paid to the birthing muscles, common complaints and contraindications. You leave with the confidence to teach women at every stage of pregnancy.

Learning Objectives

Learn about the female body during pregnancy: changes, considerations for movement and exercise, and contraindications
Explore ways to make Pilates-based exercise safe and effective for pregnant women
Discover specific exercises that address the unique needs of women during and after pregnancy

PMA Approved CEC: 6

Additional Info

Find a printable course calendar on the Courses & Registration page.
Private Tutorial may be requested for any course – choose your own training schedule! Click on the Private Tutorial link on the Teacher Training page for more details.

Course Materials and Exam Fees

Course Fee: $240.00
Materials Fee: $79.95 + Tax. No exam for this course.

Upcoming Dates

Date: Sun, Nov 24, 2019
Time: 12-6pm
Location: ReActive Movement, 6200 La Salle Avenue, Oakland, CA
Contact: Holly Wallis, Director 510-338-0962
Instructor: Holly Wallis

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations received up to 30 days prior to the start date will be refunded minus 15% of the total tuition fee. Cancellations received 7-29 days prior to the start date will be refunded minus 50% of the total tuition fee. No refund less than 7 days prior to or anytime after course start date. To avoid any cancellation penalty, course registrations may be postponed or applied to a different course with permission up to 7 days before the course start date for a $100 administrative fee. All postponements are non-refundable.

NOTE: In the event that the workshop is rescheduled, any registrants will be given the option to take the workshop as a Private Tutorial on the same date or an alternate date that is convenient within a 3 months of the cancelled course date.