Pregnancy Yoga in Colchester

Nourishing pregnancy yoga classes in the heart of Colchester

What is Pregnancy Yoga?

Whether you’re currently expecting, or you’re hoping to carry a child in the future, yoga can help to prepare your mind and body for the journey – from pre-conception and pregnancy to labour, birth, and beyond.

While various styles of yoga can be adapted to be ‘safe’ for those who are pregnant, prenatal or pregnancy yoga classes are specifically curated to support and nourish your changing body, while also physically and mentally preparing you for the demands of pregnancy, labour, and parenthood.

A pregnancy yoga class typically concentrates on strengthening the birthing muscles in the legs, hips, and bottom to build stamina for labour, while also incorporating relaxation and meditation techniques to help you catch up on rest and learn how to soothe your nervous system. Certain poses also work on activating and relaxing the pelvic floor muscles, which need to be strong yet supple for birth and beyond.

Benefits of prenatal and pregnancy yoga:

• Builds physical stamina and mental resilience for labour

• Strengthens birthing muscles in the legs, hips, and bottom

• Eases tension and achiness in the body

• Encourages length through the torso, creating more space for the breath as baby grows

• Creates positive associations with potential birthing positions (e.g. on all fours)

• Offers a time and space to connect with baby

• Encourages strength and suppleness within the pelvic floor muscles

• Improves digestive, respiratory, and cardiovascular health

• Aids in balancing hormones, reducing stress, and improving mood

• Calms and soothes the mind and body - aiding rest, recovery, and sleep

• Encourages self-advocacy by helping you connect with what feels right for your body and mind

• Provides tools for self-regulation and focus - which can be used during labour

• Offers a safe and judgement-free space to simply be

• Helps you meet other parents- and mums-to-be in your local area

…and so much more!

I have always been fascinated by pregnancy and birth. For a long time, I have felt called to learn more and follow the sacred path of birth work, supporting strong and powerful women and parents as they embark on this life-changing journey.

In 2024, I spent a week on the beautiful West coast of Ireland immersing myself in all things pregnancy and birth, as I completed my 100-hour Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training with Alchemy School of Yoga. I then returned a few months later to complete my 30-hour Postnatal & Parent & Baby Yoga Teacher Training.

Book a Pregnancy Yoga Class

Whether you’re seeking private tuition or you’re interested in joining my weekly group classes, I’d love to help you get started on your Prenatal Yoga journey.

I offer weekly group classes in Colchester on Wednesday evenings: you can either book in for a six-week block, or pay-as-you go for greater flexibility. Find out more and secure your place over on my booking page.

Interested in a private 1:1 class? You can find out more about my private prenatal yoga classes here. Feel free to get in touch to discuss what you’re looking for.

Already welcomed your little one? Click here to learn about my Postnatal and Parent & Baby Yoga classes.