Integrating Pilates for Prenatal and Postpartum Health – A Practical Approach for Rehab Professionals

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Course TypeOnline
Date06/05/2025 - 06/05/2025
Instructor NameMonica Plewes
Cost115
AddressOnline
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Brief Description

Participants who register for this course have the option to attend the course live-online and/or watch the recording later. The recording will be available to all registrants for a 1-month period and access is provided on the next business day following the course. This allows participants who may not be able to attend live-online to still benefit from the course content. To facilitate attendance tracking, please indicate on your registration form if you won't be attending live.

Course Description:

This 4-hour course introduces current Pilates concepts to physiotherapists and other health and wellness professionals, focusing on prenatal and postpartum care. Participants will learn how to use Pilates principles to complement their clinical practice. Gain practical cues and tips for teaching Pilates successfully and leave with a toolkit of exercises that can be immediately implemented. The course also explores creative applications of small props, such as Pilates balls and resistance bands, that are commonly available in clinic settings. No prior Pilates experience is necessary.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand current Pilates concepts and how they apply to (non-high risk) prenatal and postpartum care.
  • Identify considerations for Pilates during healthy pregnancy and postpartum recovery.
  • Learn effective cues for teaching Pilates successfully.
  • Receive a toolkit of Pilates exercises tailored to prenatal and postpartum populations.
  • Explore practical applications for small props (e.g., Pilates ball, resistance bands) to enhance patient care.

Supplies Recommended:

  • Pilates ball
  • Resistance bands
  • Exercise mat

Audience: This course is open to all healthcare and wellness professionals.

Prerequisite: None - no previous Pilates experience necessary.

Date/Time: June 5, 2025, from 5:00pm-9:00pm ET (Toronto). Please convert to your local time zone.

Linkpelvichealthsolutions.ca
Contact NameSarah Goorts
Contact Emailinfo@pelvichealthsolutions.ca