Ante & Post Natal Pilates -
2 Day Intensive Training

Build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to safely support your clients through pregnancy and post natal recovery.

This 2 day in person intensive is designed for qualified Mat and Reformer Pilates instructors who want to expand their expertise in working with pre natal and post natal clients.

Through a blend of theory, practical application, case studies, and teaching practice, you’ll leave fully equipped to deliver safe, effective, and tailored Pilates sessions.

Why Take This Course?

Pregnancy and post natal recovery involves significant physical and physiological changes. Many instructors feel uncertain about how to adapt exercises appropriately, this course removes that uncertainty. You will gain:

    •    In depth understanding of pelvic floor, deep core, and musculoskeletal adaptations

    •    Clear guidance on safe exercise across all trimesters and post natal stages

    •    Practical experience with Mat and Reformer modifications

    •    Ready to use class plans and screening forms

    •    The confidence to support, assess, and progress clients safely

Course Breakdown

Day 1 – Foundations & Mat Work

Morning: Theory & Foundations

    •    Pregnancy physiology and trimester changes

    •    Pelvic floor and deep core anatomy

    •    Contraindications and red flags

    •    Post natal recovery principles

    •    Practical pelvic floor activation

Afternoon: Mat Pilates

    •    Mat exercises for pre natal and post natal clients

    •    Modifications for each trimester

    •    Safe cueing and teaching techniques

Day 2 – Reformer & Integration

Morning: Reformer Pilates

    •    Reformer exercises for pre natal and post natal clients

    •    Trimester specific adaptations

    •    Safety focused coaching strategies

Afternoon: Application & Teaching

    •    Client screening and assessment tools

    •    Class planning with peers

    •    Practical teaching sessions

    •    Feedback and reflection

Assessment - post course

To receive certification, you will complete:

    1.    Written Test
- covering anatomy, theory, contraindications, and recovery principles

    2.    Case Study
- apply your knowledge to a prenatal or postnatal client scenario

Certification

Upon successful completion of the assessment, you will receive a Certificate, enabling you to confidently and safely teach Ante and Post Natal Pilates.

Course Dates

Friday 22nd/Saturday 23rd May

10am - 4.30pm

Course includes 2 day in person training, course workbook, ready made class plans, assessment templates and completion certificate