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Prenatal Matwork and Reformer

Develop the specialist knowledge, exercise repertoire and programming skills to confidently adapt your Matwork and Reformer Pilates teaching for prenatal clients throughout every stage of pregnancy.
Course access for 2 years from $399
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DEVELOP YOUR PRENATAL EXPERTISE

Teach prenatal Pilates with knowledge and confidence.

Teaching prenatal clients brings a new set of considerations and having the right knowledge behind you can make all the difference.

Designed for qualified Matwork and Reformer instructors, this comprehensive online course takes you beyond simply knowing which exercises to modify or avoid. You'll develop a deeper understanding of the physiological changes that occur throughout pregnancy, learn how those changes influence exercise selection and discover how to confidently adapt, program and teach Pilates for prenatal clients.

With clear guidelines, trimester-specific exercise options and practical programming tools, you'll develop the knowledge to make informed teaching decisions and provide a positive Pilates experience throughout pregnancy.
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Course Inclusions

Build the knowledge behind confident prenatal teaching. From pregnancy physiology and exercise guidelines to trimester-specific repertoire, modifications and programming, this course gives you the practical resources to confidently adapt your Matwork and Reformer Pilates teaching for prenatal clients.

120+ Exercises

Step-by-step breakdowns of each prenatal Pilates exercise, including setup, breathing, technique tips, progressions, regressions and injury modifications. Plus eight ready-to-use prenatal class programs.

Up-to-Date Research

This course was developed using current evidence-based research written by leading women's health physiotherapists. This research has greatly changed the Pilates and overall fitness industries previous guidelines on pregnancy.

Comprehensive Resources

Online learning portal and course manual with detailed theory covering the pelvic floor, diaphragmatic breathing, physiological changes throughout pregnancy, common pregnancy myths and pregnancy-related injuries.

Trimester Specific Guides

Comprehensive first, second and third trimester Matwork and Reformer Pilates exercise guides. Understand which exercises and positions are appropriate throughout pregnancy and why.

Your Learning Resources

Online course access for 2 years
85+ in-depth video lessons and demonstrations
270 page course manual
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Introduction

Learn the theory and understand the physiological changes that occur during pregnancy. Explore diaphramatic breathing, deepen your understanding of the pelvic floor, pregancy terminology, and discuss myths and misconceptions.

Prenatal Pilates Matwork Exercises

Rediscover your Matwork repertoire through a prenatal lens. Explore core activation, upper and lower body exercises that are beneficial and understand which exercises to avoid. Use trimester-specific guidelines to make informed decisions in your class planning and in-class modifications.

Prenatal Pilates Reformer Exercises

Just like your Matwork, rediscover your Reformer repertoire through a prenatal lens. Explore the elevated supine position to modify core exercises and learn how the straps can be used or removed to support your prenatal clients. Use trimester-specific guidelines and example class plans to better understand which exercises and positions are appropriate throughout pregnancy and why.

Quiz & Course Completion

Consolidate your learning and test your knowledge of the Prenatal Matwork and Reformer repertoire, exercise modifications and key teaching concepts covered throughout the course.
Meet Your Teacher

Learn with Emily

PPF Instructor Academy courses are developed by PPF co-founder Emily, who brings more than 15 years of Pilates industry experience to her training and has helped hundreds of students become certified instructors.

Known for her detailed approach to exercise repertoire and practical instructor education, Emily designed the Prenatal Matwork and Reformer Course to help experienced instructors feel confident programming and teaching prenatal clients. Emily is also a mum of three herself and has instructed thousands of prenatal clients over the years.

“I created this course after observing that many Pilates instructors were afraid to instruct prenatal clients, as they lacked the confidence that comes with understanding the theory behind pregnancy. Once instructors are empowered with the knowledge and guidelines regarding how pregnancy and exercise work together, instructing prenatal clients becomes second nature.
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Pilates instructors who have completed this course have gained infinite confidence and find it so much easier and more enjoyable to instruct prenatal clients! "

How Your Online Course Works

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1

Learn

Work through the Prenatal Matwork & Reformer Course online and at your own pace, combining detailed theory with video demonstrations, trimester-specific exercise guides and your comprehensive course manual.
2

Apply

Put your knowledge into practice by exploring how exercises can be selected, adapted and programmed for different stages of pregnancy. Learn to apply prenatal guidelines to your existing Matwork and Reformer repertoire and make more informed programming decisions for individual clients.
3

Complete

Once you've viewed all course content, complete the online multiple-choice assessment. Upon successful completion, you'll receive your PPF Instructor Academy certificate of completion

Before You Begin

Prerequisites

Because this course builds on existing Pilates training, you'll need a foundation in Anatomy, Matwork and Reformer Pilates before you begin.
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Pricing

Invest in the progression of your Pilates career.

Prenatal Matwork & Reformer gives you the specialist knowledge, exercise repertoire and programming tools to expand your teaching skills and confidently support a broader range of clients, all with the flexibility of online learning.
ONLINE COURSE

Prenatal Matwork & Reformer Course

$399

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TESTIMONIALS

Hear from other PPF Graduates

What students loved about PPF's Prenatal Matwork and Reformer Course

The PPF Prenatal course is  wonderful. It is incredibly thorough and informative. I loved how the content of the videos was reflected in the text so accurately. Also, having a pregnant body performing the exercises gave it so much authenticity and I think makes this course stand out compared to other Prenatal courses. I really enjoyed this course!

Emma

Prenatal Specialisation Graduate

I recently completed a the PPF Prenatal Matwork and Reformer training course and I loved it!  The information is up to date and in an industry that’s constantly changing that says a lot. It is hands down one of best courses on the subject that I’ve ever done. I personally feel like all instructors in Brisbane need to this course.

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Sharon

Prenatal Specialisation Graduate

This course was everything I hoped it would be. When I got certified and started teaching, I realised how little focus is given to prenatal modifications in standard instructor training and I really wanted to feel confident programming and modifying for prenatal clients.

This course changed everything for me. Not only does it cover an enormous repertoire of pregnancy-safe exercises for both mat and reformer for each trimester (and cites a lot of research, showing how its teaching is to current standards in this prenatal area), but it also instills a deeper intuition for spring and technique modifications for any exercises that aren’t included by explaining the anatomical and hormonal changes that pregnant women go through and how they might feel throughout pregnancy on a case by case basis.

The video demonstrations are so thorough and clearly explained by Emily, who you can just tell lives and breathes informed, challenging, but fun Pilates. I was so impressed by how much she demonstrated while pregnant in recording this course, and I think this just made the watch points for each exercise so much more understandable if you’re a visual learner. I also really appreciated all the supporting notes for each video/module.

If you’re looking for a course that helps you with repertoire but also a deeper understanding of your pregnant clients, I can’t recommend this course enough.

Giverny

Prenatal Specialisation Graduate

The prenatal instructor training with PPF, led by Emily, was exceptional. The course was thoroughly informative, offering in-depth knowledge on how to safely and effectively guide expectant mothers through their fitness journey.  

Emily’s high-quality instruction was easy to understand and provided clear explanations of the "why" deepening my understanding around a prenatal client’s body. I highly recommend this program to all instructors. Thank you Emily! 🙏

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Tracey Funk

Prenatal Specialisation Graduate

The PPF Prenatal course is  wonderful. It is incredibly thorough and informative. I loved how the content of the videos was reflected in the text so accurately. Also, having a pregnant body performing the exercises gave it so much authenticity and I think makes this course stand out compared to other Prenatal courses. I really enjoyed this course!

Emma

Prenatal Specialisation Graduate

I recently completed a the PPF Prenatal Matwork and Reformer training course and I loved it!  The information is up to date and in an industry that’s constantly changing that says a lot. It is hands down one of best courses on the subject that I’ve ever done. I personally feel like all instructors in Brisbane need to this course.

‍

Sharon

Prenatal Specialisation Graduate

This course was everything I hoped it would be. When I got certified and started teaching, I realised how little focus is given to prenatal modifications in standard instructor training and I really wanted to feel confident programming and modifying for prenatal clients.

This course changed everything for me. Not only does it cover an enormous repertoire of pregnancy-safe exercises for both mat and reformer for each trimester (and cites a lot of research, showing how its teaching is to current standards in this prenatal area), but it also instills a deeper intuition for spring and technique modifications for any exercises that aren’t included by explaining the anatomical and hormonal changes that pregnant women go through and how they might feel throughout pregnancy on a case by case basis.

The video demonstrations are so thorough and clearly explained by Emily, who you can just tell lives and breathes informed, challenging, but fun Pilates. I was so impressed by how much she demonstrated while pregnant in recording this course, and I think this just made the watch points for each exercise so much more understandable if you’re a visual learner. I also really appreciated all the supporting notes for each video/module.

If you’re looking for a course that helps you with repertoire but also a deeper understanding of your pregnant clients, I can’t recommend this course enough.

Giverny

Prenatal Specialisation Graduate

The prenatal instructor training with PPF, led by Emily, was exceptional. The course was thoroughly informative, offering in-depth knowledge on how to safely and effectively guide expectant mothers through their fitness journey.  

Emily’s high-quality instruction was easy to understand and provided clear explanations of the "why" deepening my understanding around a prenatal client’s body. I highly recommend this program to all instructors. Thank you Emily! 🙏

‍

Tracey Funk

Prenatal Specialisation Graduate
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Start When You're Ready

No intake dates and no waiting for the next course to begin. Enrol when you're ready and work through Prenatal Matwork and Reformer online at a pace that suits you. Step-by-step video demonstrations guide you through each exercise before your course manual takes you deeper into technique, anatomy, setup, modifications, progressions and programming considerations for every trimester.
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You'll have 24 months from your chosen start date to complete the course.