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STOTT PILATES Workshop Prenatal on the Mat

This interactive seminar will draw upon the most current medical information, exercise guidelines, and research available on pregnancy and movement. Appropriate STOTT PILATES Matwork exercise adaptations will be explored, and programming concepts for teaching small groups and private clients will be discussed. Anatomical and physiological changes, risk factors and movement considerations will be discussed with an eye to providing a safe and effective workout throughout all trimesters and will provide strategies for building new pre-natal programs as well as enhancing those already in progress.

Learn to:

  • Understand appropriateness of STOTT PILATES Matwork as well as possible contraindications during pregnancy.
  • Learn about physiological changes throughout all three trimesters.
  • Explore specific exercise modifications on the Mat.
  • Apply the STOTT PILATES principles of stabilization to prenatal exercises.
  • Develop cues and corrections to help ensure safety and effectiveness.

 Pre-Requisites:

  • Open to all Fitness Professionals and Pilates Instructors

 Format:

  • 2 hours face to face workshop

Assessment:

  • No assessment

Certification:

  • 0.2 Continuing Education Credits (only relevant for STOTT PILATES – 0.6 required per year)

 Price: £60