SPRING. Prenatal Pilates | On-Demand

Content
40 modules

Rating

Course length
8 hours

Instructor
Talia Williams

Released
07 Mar 2025

Description

Teach with Confidence. Support with Knowledge. Empower with Movement.

Pregnancy is a time of incredible transformation, and movement should feel safe, supportive, and empowering. SPRING. Movement's Prenatal Pilates Course arms you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to guide expecting clients through movement with strength, stability, and ease.

This comprehensive on-demand training takes the fear out of working with prenatal clients by providing clear, practical, and science-backed education on the changes of pregnancy, movement adaptations, and effective Pilates techniques. Whether you're a movement professional looking to expand your expertise or an expecting individual eager to move with confidence, this course will equip you with the tools to navigate pregnancy with knowledge, purpose, and care.

What You’ll Learn:

The Power of Movement in Pregnancy – Discover how Pilates supports strength, endurance, and overall well-being throughout all trimesters.
Pregnancy Anatomy & Physiology – Understand the evolving prenatal body, core adaptations, and the role of hormones.
Dispelling Myths & Misconceptions – Get clarity on what’s truly safe and beneficial in prenatal movement.
Common Pregnancy-Related Conditions – Learn to manage and support clients experiencing diastasis recti, pelvic girdle pain, low back discomfort, and more.
Safety & Watch Points – Know when to modify, when to progress, and when to refer to medical care.
Structuring Effective Sessions – Confidently build well-rounded, engaging classes that meet the unique needs of prenatal clients.
Instructor Etiquette & Inclusive Teaching – Create a welcoming and affirming space for clients from all walks of life.
Real-World Application – Case studies, knowledge checks, and self-study hours to help you translate theory into practice.

With expert-led instruction and a supportive, no-fear approach, this course will elevate your teaching, expand your expertise, and empower you to work with prenatal clients in a way that is both safe and transformative.

Objectives

Students who complete this course successfully will:

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of the physical, hormonal, and postural changes that occur throughout pregnancy and how these changes impact movement.
  • Identify the benefits of exercise and Pilates for prenatal individuals and understand how to safely support their fitness goals.
  • Recognize and manage common pregnancy-related conditions, such as diastasis recti, pelvic girdle pain, low back discomfort, and sciatic nerve pain, through tailored movement strategies.
  • Understand the role of intra-abdominal pressure and how to apply this knowledge to prenatal exercise programming.
  • Identify contraindications, precautions, and key watch points for safe and effective prenatal Pilates sessions.
  • Develop and structure thoughtful prenatal Pilates sessions that align with the goals and needs of prenatal clients.
  • Apply best practices for instructor etiquette when working with prenatal individuals to create a supportive and empowering environment.
  • Analyze real-world case studies and apply practical strategies for addressing diverse prenatal client presentations.
  • Reinforce learning through knowledge checks, ensuring mastery of key concepts and application skills.

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Welcome to Your Prenatal Pilates Course
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Prenatal Pilates | Meet Talia Williams
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Prenatal Pilates | Benefits of Exercise & Pilates for the Prenatal Person
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Knowledge Check | Benefits of Exercise & Pilates for the Prenatal Person
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Prenatal Pilates | Pregnancy Organs
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Knowledge Check | Pregnancy Organs
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Prenatal Pilates | Childbirth
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Prenatal Pilates | Trimesters
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Knowledge Check | Childbirth & Pregnancy Trimesters
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Prenatal Pilates | Prenatal Body & Core (PFM, TVA, Diaphragm)
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Knowledge Check | Prenatal Body & Core
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Prenatal Pilates | Hormones of Pregnancy
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Knowledge Check | Hormones of Pregnancy
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Prenatal Pilates | Postural Changes Throughout Pregnancy & Student Discussion
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Prenatal Pilates | Diastasis Recti Abdominis: Part 1
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Prenatal Pilates | Diastasis Recti Abdominis: Part 2
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Knowledge Check | Diastasis Recti Abdominis (Prenatal)
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Prenatal Pilates | Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP): Part 1
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Prenatal Pilates | Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP): Part 2
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Prenatal Pilates | Low Back Pain
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Knowledge Check | PGP & LBP
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Prenatal Pilates | Urinary Incontinence
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Prenatal Pilates | Prolapse
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Knowledge Check | Urinary Incontinence & Prolapse (Prenatal)
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Prenatal Pilates | Sciatic Nerve Pain & Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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Knowledge Check | Sciatic Nerve & Carpal Tunnel
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Prenatal Pilates | Other Pregnancy-Related Medical Conditions
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Knowledge Check | Other Pregnancy-Related Medical Conditions
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Prenatal Pilates | Maintaining Intra-Abdominal Pressure
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Prenatal Pilates | Goals of the Prenatal Client: Part 1
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Prenatal Pilates | Goals of the Prenatal Client: Part 2
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Knowledge Check | Goals of a Prenatal Client
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Prenatal Pilates | Common Misconceptions
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Prenatal Pilates | Contraindications, Precautions, & Watch Points
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Knowledge Check | Misconceptions, Contraindications, Precautions, & Watchpoints
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Prenatal Pilates | Instructor Etiquette
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Prenatal Pilates | Structuring a Prenatal Pilates Session
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Knowledge Check | Structuring a Prenatal Pilates Session
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Prenatal Pilates | Case Study
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Prenatal Pilates | Summary
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Added 14 days ago, by Anonymous
Super engaging course—even online and not in the virtual workshop!
 
Added 3 months ago, by Anonymous
Great!
 
Added 3 months ago, by Rebecca
Very comprehensive but also easy to follow.
 
Added 4 months ago, by Paige
:)
 
Added 4 months ago, by Anonymous
(:
 
Added 4 months ago, by Christina
So interesting!
 
Added 4 months ago, by Nora
Excellent!
 
Added 8 months ago, by Sherman
Warm, welcoming, and a super knowledgable experience so far!
 
Added 8 months ago, by Ramona
loving it!!!
 
Added 8 months ago, by Anonymous
n/a

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