In Person Pre & Postnatal Training
A full, hands on day of learning alongside other instructors - practical, interactive, and led directly by WHC founder, Claire.
Currently delivered at studios across Australia.
Outside Australia, or want to start now? See Online Training
Why learn in person?
There’s no substitute for practising in the room. This full day training brings the Pre & Postnatal curriculum to life through theory, hands-on practical work, and open discussion - guided by the comprehensive course manual and led directly by Claire Ryan, Women’s Health Physiotherapist and Pilates Instructor.
You’ll practise exercises and class programming with real time feedback, and leave the day genuinely equipped to apply what you’ve learned in your very next class.
This course currently travels to studios across Australia. If you’re based outside Australia or want to start learning straight away while a course is scheduled near you, our Online Training is for you. It covers the same content and is available from anywhere in the world.
Designed with intention for:
New Instructors: Start with a solid foundation from day one. Be informed, confident, and stand out to owners from the start.
Experienced instructors: There is always more to learn, upskill and take your teaching to the next level. Become a source of knowledge and broaden the opportunities in your career.
Studio owners & mangers: Ensure you are up to date and able to support your team and clients. Provide amazing care to your community at all stages of their life and grow your business.
Allied health professionals: Deepen your understanding of women’s health and how to utilise it in a Pilates setting. Apply it to a clinical Pilates setting and grow in your career.
What’s Covered: Our Curriculum
Four modules each intentionally put together to build on the one prior - ensuring you have the knowledge, skills, & confidence to apply what you learn straight into your teaching.
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Anatomy, physiology, and function
How to teach and cue both strength and relaxation of the pelvic floor, and when each is appropriate
Pelvic floor issues, including prolapse and stress urinary incontinence
Programming and modifying for clients with pelvic floor concerns
Overactive pelvic floor, and how Pilates fits in
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Pregnancy physiology and education
Pilates aims through each trimester
Exercise guidelines and safety considerations in pregnancy
Abdominal exercises in pregnancy — what’s beneficial, what to modify or avoid, and why
Exercises that need modification, and exercises worth continuing throughout pregnancy
Strategies for modifying group classes
Prenatal class programming
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Anatomy and physiology of common pregnancy and postnatal pain conditions — pelvic girdle pain, SIJ issues, pubic symphysis pain, back pain, sciatic pain, round ligament pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and De Quervain’s
How to recognise these presentations in your clients
Understanding why they occur
Confident programming and modification strategies
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Birth factors and how they influence a client’s return to Pilates
Abdominal separation — what it is, how to assess it, and what it means for programming
Exercises to support abdominal separation recovery
Designing effective Mums & Bubs classes
Postnatal class programming
How the day works —
This course takes place over a day with a small group of instructors - it combines up to date theory, practical work, demonstrations, discussions into the perfect interactive & immersive day.
You’ll work through the curriculum alongside other instructors, practising exercises and class programming with real time feedback and time for questions. All to ensure you walk away feeling confident & ready to apply what you have learnt.
The course covers a combination of reformer and matwork pilates and is tailored to the group joining on the day.
At the end of the day there is a small assessment element which can be completed on the day or afterward, depending on your preference.
Pricing & Booking
In-Person Pre & Postnatal Pilates Training $499 AUD (inc. GST)
One full day, small group setting
$100 deposit to secure your spot - remaining balance due one month before your course date
Payment plans available -Email to organise
Booking a date means paying a $100 deposit to secure your place. You’ll receive a confirmation email and the remaining balance is due one month before the course.
Upcoming In Person Dates
Want your whole team trained together?
If you’re a studio owner or clinic manager looking to upskill your whole team rather than one person, a Team Training would be the perfect fit. Delivered in person at your studio or virtually, tailored to your team’s needs.
What our students say.
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Jasmine, Pilates Instructor
I completed the prenatal and postnatal pilates training course with Claire on the Sunshine Coast, and found the content both insightful and comprehensive across women’s health, pregnancy, and postnatal care. It’s amazing how much confidence I feel now that I have an understanding of how to safely adapt exercises for various health conditions, pregancy and beyond. I recommend doing this course for all pilates instructors seeking clarity and knowledge in their teaching.
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Dana, Exercise Physiologist
Completed the antenatal and postnatal Pilates course and couldn’t recommend it enough for those in the Pilates space! I’m an Exercise Physiologist and Claire’s way of delivering the information is easy to comprehend yet grounded in clinical evidence which is fantastic.
Learning and recapping on all things pelvic floor, pregnancy, postpartum and pain conditions.
I would absolutely recommend this course to anyone who is wanting to hone their knowledge around supporting women through the pregnancy and postpartum phase.
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Shantelle, Pilates Studio Owner
Our team gained so much valuable knowledge from Claire’s pre and postnatal workshop. It really helped clarify things for everyone and gave us peace of mind knowing we’re all aligned with the same standards and best practices.
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Lis, Pilates Instructor
I recently completed my antenatal & postnatal Pilates training with Claire & it was nothing short of an incredible experience, start to finish.
Claire was highly responsive throughout all communications and delivered the course on the day with ease.
I highly recommend Claire’s course to any instructors wanting to up skill, you will leave with confidence and clarity to use in your practice.
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Mia, Pilates Instructor
This course is an absolute must for instructors!! Such important to be able to cater to pre & post natal populations in your group or private classes and this course leaves you with the confidence to know you can.
This course had me leaving with the insight that its not so much modifications or limitations that its more mindful adjustments to keep these populations safe.
There is so much misinformation out there so having a course thats based off current evidence and created by a womens health physio means you are getting the best upskilling for your clients.
This course has ignited a passion for me in working with pre/post natal populations. I can’t thank you enough Claire!
FAQ’s: In Person Pre & Postnatal Training
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The in-person course is currently delivered at studios across Australia only. See the dates above for what’s coming up, or register your interest if your city isn’t listed yet.
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The in-person course is Australia-only for now. Our Online Training covers the exact same content and is available from anywhere in the world.
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Booking a spot means paying a $100 deposit, which secures your place on that course date. You’ll receive a confirmation email as soon as your deposit is paid. The remaining balance is due one month before the course. You can book your spot here.
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You should have completed matwork and/or reformer Pilates training to get the most from this course. If you’re an allied health professional without a Pilates background, get in touch to check whether this course is the right starting point for you.
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Yes there is a 20-question quiz and a short practical assessment demonstrating five exercises. This can be completed on the day itself or submitted afterward, whichever suits you.
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Yes, get in touch to discuss a private in-person day for your team.
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Both formats cover the same content and lead to the same learning outcomes. See our Online Training if self-paced, from-anywhere learning suits you better.