AKA GENTLE YOGA AND MINDFULNESS FOR PREGNANCY COURSE!
Bookings are now open for Term 1 2026, commencing last week of January. Please note this class has now moved to Thursday nights – same time, same place.
Matri yoga prenatal classes are designed to support you – body, mind, heart and spirit – throughout your pregnancy and empower you towards having the birth you envision. They are suitable for absolute beginners through to more experienced yoginis.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Movement: practice a blend of gentle warm ups, stretches, strengtheners and flows that help you feel capable and comfortable in your changing body and connect with/make space for bubs.
Breathing: harness your energy through breath and awareness. There is no surefire, one-size-fits-all breathing “technique” for labour, but through becoming intimate with your own breath, you will find that you have an incredible anchor and ally in your birthing journey.
Visualisation and Vocalisation: learn powerful yoga-based tools to help you stay focused, stay positive and work with the intensity in labour.
Relaxation: embrace the healing power of deep rest. Plus discover comfortable, supported positions in which to practice your extremely important nana naps!
Mindfulness/Meditation: letting go of expectations about how things should be and instead becoming open to fully experiencing what actually is sounds simple but takes practice too. This is a cornerstone of contemplative practices and can become a vital tool during pregnancy and labour as we surrender to what is unfolding.
Community: We take time every week to check in with each other and share how we are travelling. There is never any pressure to speak or share, but if you feel to this is an amazing opportunity to be heard in a safe and non-judgmental space as you navigate the ups and downs of your pregnancy journey.
Birthing Wisdom: Kate has carried and birthed 3 children herself, has immersed herself in the birthing world for many years through her prenatal yoga teaching and in 2022 completed doula training with Rhea Dempsey (author of Birth with Confidence). She weaves all this experience into her classes in the hopes of empowering students into discovering and trusting THEIR own innate birthing wisdom, and using this as a compass to guide them through their journey no matter where or how they choose to give birth.
We will also explore: how using yoga helps prepare for an active birth, learn about our pelvic floor health and integrity, and explore potential active birth positions and movements. And cover when appropriate how yoga may offer support* in managing common pregnancy-related complaints eg morning sickness, reflux, cramping, pelvic instability, pelvic floor issues, lower back pain, circulation issues/varicosities, sciatic pain, insomnia, depression and anxiety etc (*None of this should be seen as a replacement for advice given by medical professionals)
Please be aware that whilst there will most certainly be moments of physical challenge in these sessions, Matri Yoga is NOT specifically an exercise class. If you are looking to build or maintain a particular level of physical fitness it is highly recommended that you find complementary ways to move your body on a daily basis eg swimming, walking, dancing etc.
Appropriate variations and modifications will always be given to meet you where you are at.
There are no pre-requisites and no prior yoga experience is necessary.
| GENTLE YOGA & MINDFULNESS FOR PREGNANCY COURSE | |
| Thursday Nights | |
| 6.15pm -8pm | |
| Term 1 2026: 29th Jan – 26th March | |
| Geelong Myotherapy & Wellness Centre 6-8 Tanner Street Breakwater | |
| $290 for 9 weeks | |
| * please reach out if you would like to organise a payment plan | |
- Matriyoga classes are offered by the term to encourage you to attend weekly and get the most out of your practice. If you would like to join once the course is already underway, please get in touch… if there is a free spot you will be most welcome!
- If you are due before the end of term you are welcome to organise paying up to your due date, conversely you can take a credit for mums & bubs yoga class down the track.
- I am also available for 1-1 private sessions on most weekday daytimes. If you are interested in finding out more about this please get in touch. If you are in your 3rd trimester and due to have your baby soon you might also like to consider my 3rd trimester Yoga for Birth short course. Running every other month from Feb next year.
“Kate reminds me every week of the power of my mind, body and soul – and the breath that connects them. She creates a really special space where we connect with other people in the class, release where we are at and then move into a practice, that strengthens and guides. My baby, my body and myself have all gained in huge ways from being part of the classes. I feel a real sense of community in Kates classes. She is an amazing teacher, a fun person and so rich in knowledge of bodies, babies and birth!” (Jess, Geelong)
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