Pilates Mat Classes:

Prenatal Pilates (currently only available in private and semi-private setting)

This unique course is a breathing and exercise mat program influenced by the movement fundamentals of the Pilates method and prenatal exercise, nutrition and mothering wisdom. Discover how easily Pilates fundamentals combine with prenatal fitness advice and recommendations from ACOG. This mat course also helps women prepare physically for childbirth, delivery and beyond, but should not be used in place of a Childbirth Preparation Course!

We will focus on pelvic floor strengthening which helps with childbirth and bladder control; deep abdominal conditioning of the transverse abdominal muscles, which helps with pushing during labor and a speedy recovery; breathing and relaxation which helps with centering throughout pregnancy and during labor; posture assessment and strengthening, which keeps you stronger and taller as your belly grows and after birth; and overall body conditioning and toning, which makes you stronger during labor, keeps your body-image positive after birth and aids in a speedier recovery.

This class is not an advanced Pilates course and incorporates only the movement fundamentals of Pilates, not the Pilates Mat Syllabus. The prenatal Pilates class adheres to ACOG recommendations and integrates ideas from leading prenatal fitness specialists.

A short discussion begins each class. Topics Include: Birthing Folklore and Real Life Tales, Hospital Birthing Procedures, Midwifery & Doulas, Birth Plans, Culture of Birthing, Breastfeeding, New Mother Resources and our special Referral List, and Heights Parent Center.