Clinical Exercise/Pilates
Pre/Post Natal Circuit
Experience expertly designed classes so that you can move with confidence throughout your pregnancy and into motherhood.
At Flow Pelvic Physio we advocate for women to exercise regularly throughout their Pregnancy and the Postpartum journey, as research consistently shows the physical and psychological benefits gained from regular exercise*
Our Pre/Post natal pilates classes are run by our highly experienced Women’s and Pelvic Health Physios where we provide a fun and supportive environment where you can exercise safely and effectively. Classes follow the latest evidence-based guidelines for exercise during the Pregnancy and Postnatal periods and are specifically designed to support you both physically and mentally during a time of significant change with increased demands on the body. With a maximum of just six participants per class, you’ll enjoy a personalised, supportive environment where you are guided with compassion and care.
Our classes combine reformer and mat pilates with functional strength and mobility training - a blend that we feel achieves best results by combining different movement patterns. Every exercise is thoughtfully tailored to your individual needs, adapting to your changing body and how you feel on the day. To help you continue your progress between sessions, you’ll also receive customised home exercises designed to complement your program.
Bubs up to crawling age are welcome to attend.
Our Core to Floor classes integrate the whole body with a specific focus on pelvic floor strength and core stability, to support women throughout all life stages.
Classes are run by our highly experienced Women’s and Pelvic Health Physios where we provide a fun and supportive environment. These classes follow the latest evidence-based guidelines and are prolapse, incontinence and osteoporosis friendly meaning you can exercise safely and confidently. With a maximum of just six participants per class, you’ll enjoy a personalised, supportive environment where you are guided with compassion and care. Exercises will be tailored and modified according to both your changing body and how you feel on that particular day. You will also be provided with home exercises to complement and support your classes.
Our classes combine reformer and mat pilates with functional strength and mobility training - a blend that we feel achieves best results by combining different movement patterns.
Core to Floor Circuit
Clinical Exercise - small groups
Our Clinical Exercise Classes are led by our highly experienced Women’s and Pelvic Health Physiotherapists, providing a supportive and motivating environment where you can move with confidence.
These small, personalised sessions are perfect for those seeking a tailored program and individualised guidance. Each class is designed to meet your unique goals - whether that’s recovering from injury, managing neck/back/hip pain, strengthening your pelvic floor and core or improving posture, flexibility and overall stability.
We focus on integrating pelvic health rehabilitation with whole body strength and mobility, to build lasting stability and functional movement for everyday life.
Our classes combine reformer and mat pilates with functional strength and mobility training - a blend that we feel achieves best results by combining different movement patterns. Class sizes are intentionally kept small to ensure quality care, with options for 4:1, 2:1, and 1:1 sessions.
Details
Pre Class Requirements
Prior to attending our classes we require you to have had a 1:1 physiotherapy assessment, to ensure both safety and effectiveness of your individualised program. This can be done by either of the following;
Initial pelvic health physiotherapy consultation (note existing patients do not need to complete an additional assessment and are able to commence classes at any time)
Pre class assessment (30 mins)
Full body physiotherapy assessment including; individual history, assessment of any injuries or imbalances, personalised goals, home exercise program, introduction to equipment.
For pre class assessments and class bookings please email
or call
Time:
Core to Floor: Thursday 9:30am
Pre/Post Natal: Tuesday 11am & Thursday 10:30am
Clinical Exercise: please contact us for times & availability
Cost:
Classes are available in 5 or 10 pack or casually, private health rebates may apply
Circuit classes: 5 pack: $185; 10 pack $370; casual: $42
Small group classes: 5 pack: $275; 10 pack $550; casual: $59
FAQs
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You can commence as soon as you feel ready provided it is a low risk pregnancy. Please contact us if you would like to discuss further. Please note we require you to complete either an initial pelvic health appointment or a pre-class assessment prior to starting classes.
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If you are feeling well and mobile, you can attend classes right up until your due date!
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We recommend starting at 4-6 weeks postnatal, or as soon as you have had your postnatal check with us.
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It is never too late to begin. We will guide you step by step to ensure you are exercising safely, addressing any specific concerns and most importantly that you are having fun!
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No experience necessary. We cater for beginners and those who have been practicing for years.
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Comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. Please note that for hygiene reasons socks must be worn in the studio and when using the equipment. For safety precautions we recommend grip socks which can be purchased in the clinic if you don’t already have a pair.
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Absolutely, our Pre/Post natal classes are bub friendly up until they are ‘on the move’
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This depends on your individual policy, please contact your company directly. You will be provided with an invoice so that you can claim directly.
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We kindly ask that you provide 24 hours notice for any cancellations. Cancellations with <24 hours notice will be billed at 50% of the class fee and those cancelled with <3 hours notice will be billed at 100% of the class fee. Thank you for your understanding.
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All class packs have an expiry date to ensure consistency to help you get the most out of your classes and align with your rehabilitation goals. 5 packs are valid for 6 weeks and 10 packs are valid for 12 weeks from the date of purchase.
Resources & references:
*RANZCOG guidelines for women without contraindications to exercise in pregnancy https://ranzcog.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/Exercise-During-Pregnancy-Guidance.pdf
*RANZCOG guidelines for exercise during pregnancy https://ranzcog.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/Exercise-During-Pregnancy.pdf
**Wang, Z., Zan, X., Li, Y., Lu, Y., Xia, Y., & Pan, X. (2023). Comparative efficacy different resistance training protocols on bone mineral density in postmenopausal women: A systematic review and network meta-analysis. Frontiers in Physiology, 14, 1105303.