PRENATAL YOGA

Pregnancy is accompanied by a unique set of physical and phsycological demands. Prenatal yoga is a safe and multifaceted movement practice that can help support women through this stage of life. Research studies confirm that this practice can serve as a tool to manage the various physical, emotional, mental, and pain states that arise throughout the stages of pregnancy and labour. In our sessions we will include:

• Breathwork: We’ll learn a set of different breathing practices that can help regulate the nervous system and support with management sensations during birth.

• Asana/Movement: We’ll move through poses that can help strenghten, stretch and relax the body. These poses will aim to address stability, mobility and flexibility to help the body accept the numerous and demanding changes in a healthy manner. We’ll also learn simple ways that contribute to the wellbeing of internal processes such as our lymphatic system.

• Meditation and relaxation: We’ll incorporate a variety of contemplation and meditation techniques that can help connect with our emotional state, reduce stress or fear, and bond with the babies. These can involve a combination of breathing, self awareness and mantra and will aim to generate kindness and self compassion towards ourselves.

• Community: We’ll also dedicate some time to get to know each other and build a supportive community.

The sessions

• Prenatal yoga is open to pregnant people in first, second and third trimester. Open to anyone (not only UK Embassy or BC).

• The class duration is 75 minutes.

• The class will take place at the British Council in a safe and closed space. Booking is mandatory.

• You don’t need previous yoga experience to join these classes. You’ll be encouraged to move at your own pace and take rest when needed.

• Exact times and dates will be confirmed to fit the majority of the participants’ preferences. Once you express your interest, you’ll receive a booking form. Final dates will be announced mid September.

• Cost is 3500 ETB in cash however if you are really commited to joining these classes and can’t afford the cost right now please do get in touch as I’m open to provide a reduced rate.

• A reminder that yoga is not a religious practice and it shouldn’t interfere with your own faith.

• I’m a qualified yoga teacher with over 700hrs of training, including a specific 80 hours course in prenatal and postpartum yoga in line with Yoga Alliance Professional Standards.

• There is a limited amount of spaces for this course so please do make sure to book. The course will run if we hit a minimum of 5 participants.