Pre-Natal Specialist Pilates Certification™ Program

This unique and comprehensive exercise program addresses the needs of the pregnant woman from the first trimester through labor. Using the Pilates method of exercise, our program will gently and safely prepare the body for the rigors of labor while re-aligning the body for successful birthing.

We’ll remove the mysteries and myths surrounding pregnancy and exercise by providing techniques that benefit both mother and baby. In addition, the program includes extensive education regarding anatomy and the birthing process itself. You’ll gain a complete understanding of what happens to the body during pregnancy and ways to accommodate the changes that occur.

Stability balls are an integral component of the program. We ensure that women are well acquainted with them as a labor tool so that they may be used comfortably and effectively during the birthing process.

Our holistic program works with women using safe techniques so that their bodies are prepared for a successful birthing experience.

Prerequisites

• Basic anatomy and physiology
• Certification in fitness, Pilates, yoga, or related field
• At least two years of teaching experience

Course outline
Introduction

• Philosophy behind the program
• Goals and objectives of the program
• Guidelines for teaching pregnant women
• Contraindications for exercise
• Benefits of using the stability ball
• Possible problems and how to prevent them
• Early post partum rehab                                            
• Relaxation and breathing                  
• Pilates applications on mat and equipment

Anatomy and physiology of pregnancy

• The three trimesters and how it influences exercise
• The anatomy of the abdominals and how to exercise them during pregnancy
• The anatomy of the pelvic floor and how it changes during pregnancy
• The anatomy of the spine and the changes that occur during pregnancy
• The anatomy of the surrounding stabilizing muscles
• The anatomy of a birth

Posture and alignment

• How posture affects the alignment of the body during pregnancy
• Exercises that maintain correct posture

Course length - Approx. 14 hours

Course fee - $500 includes course materials

Post-Partum Specialist Pilates Certification™ Program

The goal of this program is to assist the post partum woman as she heals from the trauma of birth. We gently rebuild the body’s strength from the inside out, beginning just hours after delivery. The mother will be guided through a series of Pilates-based exercises designed to close the abdominals, realign the spine and rehabilitate the pelvic floor.

Problems that may occur during this time - diastasis recti,
C-sections and separation of the pubic bone are also addressed and techniques are provided on how to heal each of them.

In addition, we’ll discuss the many issues facing postpartum women as they reenter the world as a new mother and how this affects their exercise routine.

Prerequisites

• Basic anatomy and physiology
• Certification in fitness, Pilates, Yoga, or related field
• At least two years of teaching experience.

Course outline
Introduction

• Philosophy of program
• Goals and objectives of the program
• Guidelines for teaching post partum women
• Early post partum rehab
• Contraindications
• Benefits of using the stability ball 
• Pilates applications on mat and equipment

Anatomy and physiology post partum

• The fourth trimester and how it impacts exercise
• The anatomy of the abdominals during post partum and how to exercise them.
  Includes healing exercises for a diastasis recti and C section
• The anatomy of the pelvic floor after birth and the rehabilitation from birth trauma
• The anatomy of the spine and realigning it after the birth
• The anatomy of the surrounding stabilizing muscles and reestablishing their function

Posture and realignment 

• Exercises to correct the post partum posture

Course length - Approx. 14 hours

Course fee - $500 includes course materials

Both workshops offered in a three-day 22-hour* course

Course fee - $900 includes course materials

*Course length may vary depending on number of participants.

Prices and length of courses may vary depending on size of class and location.

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