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Antenatal Pilates Classes at Physio Effect

Some exciting news! We have a NEW Antenatal Pilates class running in our studio within our Northside clinic at Borron Street. This physio-led Clinical Pilates class aims to prevent pregnancy related issues such as pelvic girdle pain (PGP), symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD), posture related pain as well as a full body programme to prepare you for the birth of your child. During the class, you will be guided through an individualised programme relevant to your stage of pregnancy and any other issues discussed during your initial physiotherapy appointment.  


WHEN: Wednesday evenings at 7PM from 21st October

**CLASS NOW FULLY BOOKED**

Please contact us below if you would like to be placed on our waiting list or if you wish to attend any of our other Clinical Pilates classes which will be a mixed group, but you will still be able to do an antenatal programme due to the bespoke nature of the class.


WHEN CAN I START?

As long as you have an uncomplicated pregnancy and your midwife/ doctor approves, you can begin from any time in your second trimester if you have no Pilates experience. If you have previous Pilates experience, you may begin earlier.


HOW DO I GET STARTED?

You will be required to have a 1:1 session with one of our physiotherapists before joining a class for the first time. During this appointment, your physiotherapist will be able to plan a bespoke Pilates programme for you based on your goals, requirements and stage of pregnancy. You will be introduced to the various Pilates props and equipment used during a class including the Pilates Reformer machine.


HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

Antenatal Physiotherapy Appointment: £49

Single class rate: £25

6 classes: £120 (£20 per class)

12 classes: £220 (£18.3 per class)

You have flexibility to use the class blocks within the following time period:

● 10 weeks on a 6-class block

● 4 months on an 12-class block


WHAT HAPPENS IF I HAVE MY BABY BEFORE I USE UP ALL MY CLASSES?

You may use any remaining class credit towards our Crybaby Pilates Classes. This is our specialist Postnatal Pilates class which you may begin once you are at least 6 weeks postpartum after a non-complicated vaginal delivery or 8 weeks if you have had a C-section/assisted delivery with any complications.

CryBaby (Postnatal) Pilates Class

CryBaby (Postnatal) Pilates Class

Postnatal Pilates Classes at Physio Effect

Postnatal Pilates Classes at Physio Effect

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The class is designed to help heal and strengthen muscles affected after pregnancy and delivery such as your pelvic floor and abdominals.

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