Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training

Teacher Training

birthlight Perinatal Yoga Diploma Part 1- (4 days)

Perinatal Yoga designates yoga applied to pregnancy, birth and the early postnatal period. The birthlight Perinatal Yoga course offers a distilled teaching of the adaptations of classic yoga to pre and postnatal

yoga that Francoise Freedman has developed over twenty years. The course blends western knowledge of anatomy and physiology with an understanding of traditional yoga techniques and Ayurvedic teaching. It has been developed after 10 years of teaching and training at the Biomedical Trust in London and also includes many aspects of Yoga Therapy.

This is the first time Francoise has ever offered this unique training in Australia. The classes will be limited to 15 so don't miss out on spending time with such an inspiring, intelligent and talented Yoga Teacher, Author and Medical Anthropologist.

Course Content:

- Anatomy and physiology of pregnancy and childbirth.

- Maintaining the alignment of the spine through pregnancy and after birth.

- Using the pelvic ligaments and muscles

- Deep breathing and the pelvic muscles

- Yoga and the psychosomatic dimensions of pregnancy

- Yogic breathing in pregnancy and childbirth

- The application of yoga in the preparation for labour and birth

- Techniques for teaching relaxation

- Helping women make their own choices during pregnancy and birth

- Yoga after birth - muscle toning, posture and emotional well-being

- Balancing possible pathologies with the normal.

To read more about the birthlight Perinatal Yoga program, please click here

Dates: Friday 11th- Monday 14th March 2011

Times: TBC. Likely to be 9.30- 5.30pm.

Where: Yoganic

Investment:

Early Bird (Before December 31): $800

Regular Rate (After December 31):$920

If you would like to take part in BOTH the Baby Yoga Diploma Part 1 and the Perinatal Yoga Diploma Part 1 there is a further discount:

For more info on the birthlight Baby Yoga Diploma Part 1 course at Yoganic, click here.   

Early Bird for both (Before Dec 31): $1390

Regular Rate for Both (After Dec 31): $1600

Credit card is available as well as a payment plan. Please enquire for more info.

Course Prerequisites:

This course is designed for the training of yoga teachers who hold a recognised teaching yoga qualification. It is particularly recommended to teachers who are motivated to develop a specialisation in yoga with pregnant women and new mothers.

Course Tutor

Francoise Barbira Freedman, the Founder of birthlight and the author of 12 books including: 'Baby Yoga', 'Yoga for mother and baby', 'Postnatal Yoga', 'Prenatal Yoga', 'Yoga for Conception, Pregnancy & Birth', 'Yoga for New Mothers', 'Yoga for Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond', 'Water Babies' & 'Aqua Yoga for Pregnancy'. As well as the producer of DVDs such as: 'Baby Yoga', 'Baby Yoga for Toddlers', 'Water Babies' & 'Yoga with Babies'.

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Prenatal Pilates

With the use of small apparatus and your own body weight you will improve your strength, flexibility and endurance throughout your pregnancy. By strengthening the lower back muscles, posture is improved, helping to minimise lower back pain.

Improved circulation leads to more energy and can lessen hemorrhoids, varicose veins, swelling of the hands and feet and cramps. Strengthening the pelvic floor will keep your pelvic floor in tip top shape preventing problems post-baby.

Join Heidi Mondays 9.30am and Jaz Wednesdays 6.30pm and Sundays 9.15am. To find out more about our Teachers, click here

Pregnancy is a period when a woman must keep her body health. If you are pregnant, you should pay attention to your health. In this case, you can do exercises. Prenatal Pilates is one of exercises that you can choose when you are about to do routine exercise. You will, find that this workout will be great option of workout that you can do after your baby is born. But, there are some things you should pay attention.

When you are about to do a certain workout including Pilates, you should do the warming up firstly. You can do it by stand upon your feet with shoulder-width apart. And then do gentle movements like alternating raising your legs and your arms. Make sure that you maintain proper breathing during the warm up and the Pilates exercise that you do. By doing the warm up, you will be able to do the exercise safely.

During the first trimester, your body is not change drastically yet. This means that you can do Pilates movements. But, you have to be always careful in doing every movement in Pilates. You can practice Pilates in every other day in 20 to 30 minutes Also, you have to make sure that you drink plenty of water after your exercise session. Therefore, you will be away from dehydration that is not good for your body.

When your pregnancy turns to second trimester, make sure that you do not lay flat on your back. This position is not safe for your baby's growth. This is because this position can reduce blood flow to the area to the key areas of your body. You can modify your workout during this time and make sure that you do not jump or lift your legs over your head. In addition, you will find that Pilates will give you the benefit of adjusting your changing body shape.

Furthermore, there are many Pilates movements that you can do during your pregnancy. But, you have to consult it with your doctor before starting your workout. This is done in order to do safe workout so that you can take the benefits from the workout that you do. [Read More]

Pregnancy Classes

Yoganic specialises in classes for pregnant women. We offer more prenatal classes than any other studio in Sydney with 8 classes throughout the week including morning, lunchtime, evening and weekend classes.

Yoga and Pilates are the best forms of exercise during pregnancy. They're both a gentle and safe means of keeping strong, toned and supple without strain, of keeping aches and pains at bay and energy flowing, of relaxing the mind and body, and preparing physically and mentally for the demands of labour, birth and motherhood.

Visit Yoganic and meet other mums-to-be and indulge in the benefits of prenatal yoga and pilates. It is our intention to make you feel nutrued, calm, comfortable and confident with every class. Our prenatal classes are for women throughout all stages of pregnancy. Each birth is unique and we strive to give special attention to each new mum, whether she is having her first baby or she is a mum already. No previous yoga experience is necessary. Our teachers will offer safe modifications so that you can honour your changing physical body and energy levels.

Prenatal Yoga

By adapting classic yoga postures, breathing, meditation, relaxation techniques and discussion you will develop confidence and nurture your innate wisdom to connect with your unborn baby, to rest, relax and re-energise. Yoga will help you to improve
circulation, ease digestion, strengthen your uterus and pelvic muscles, and simply make you more at ease throughout your pregnancy. We take plenty of time to share and address common challenges we face over the prenatal journey including exhaustion, nausea, constipation, varicose veins, swelling, and back pain. Each class ends with a period of deep relaxation and a cup of organic tea and a chat.

Join Melissa Tuesdays & Thursdays at 6.30pm and Saturdays at 9am.

NEW Wednesday & Friday 12.30pm.

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