Ante & Post Natal Classes
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· Activate Pilates offers ante-natal and post-natal modified matwork pilates classes run by Alex, our chartered physiotherapist. Want to help your body through the many changes and stresses placed on your body during these times, then our specially tailored classes are just for you.
· Ante-natal classes are aimed at conditioning the pelvic floor muscles and core abdominal muscles, whilst also improving postural awareness throughout your pregnancy. Spinal and pelvic stability is targeted whilst ensuring you remain as flexible as possible. At Activate Pilates we tailor classes as your pregnancy progresses to ensure you are always exercising in the most effective and appropriate way for your changing body.
· Post-natal classes are aimed at slowly regaining muscle strength and tone of the pelvic and core abdominal muscles. Classes also work on your upper spine and shoulders, helping to strengthen these areas. We aim to increase overall physical condition to help you cope with the varied demands placed on you in the post natal period.
· We offer group classes (max. 6) or private classes at our studio or in your own home. All equipment is provided.
· Prior to commencing a class brief information about your pregnancy will be requested (simple form to fill in) and we always advise you to check with your GP/midwife that it is suitable for you to attend pilates classes. A brief 1:1 session may be recommended before your first class to ensure you gain the most from your classes.
· Ante-natal classes run on:
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Wednesdays 7 pm
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It may also be suitable for you to attend matwork classes at 1:15pm or 5pm on Mondays, please contact us for further information.
· Post-natal: Please call for details.
· If the above classes are not suitable please contact us.
· Classes last 55 minutes.
· Classes cost £10 each, normally sold in blocks of 5 classes (£50 – to be used as convenient). However after 30/40 we are happy to do classes on a week by week basis.
· To join an ante-natal or post-natal class, or for more information, please contact us.
