• Decreased blood pressure
• Increases strength, endurance and flexibility. This means that many daily activities become easier.
• Helps with weight loss
• Positive mood
• Decrease in anxiety/depression
• A stronger and more efficient heart

• Wear loose suitable clothing e.g. t-shirt, shorts, jogging bottoms.
• Swiss ball-bear skin can interfere with smooth movements; jogging bottoms, long trousers are better than shorts.
• Footwear is very important. Having the correct type will ensure you work-out safely and effectively. There are many different types of training shoes, all designed for different purposes e.g. tennis, squash, running, exercise classes etc. A running shoe is designed for forward motion. They are suitable for running and some types of walking and can be worn in the gym. Because an exercise class utilises various directions e.g. forward, back, sideward’s etc, a cross trainer or a dance/fitness shoe is much more suitable. Remember to buy new shoes regularly, depending on how frequently you train in them. Just like everyday shoe wear, they will become worn out which will affect the support they give you.
• Bring water, a sweat towel, and a mat.
• Swiss ball-please bring your own ball. However if you would like to try a class before you buy a ball, I do have spare balls. Please contact me prior to a class to arrange this.

If you are new to exercise I would recommend you seek an alternative form of exercise e.g. a walking or ante natal water aerobics programme. If you are a regular exerciser and everything is proceeding well with the pregnancy and you feel up to exercising then continuing should be no problem. The intensity of the exercise will need to be modified and you will have to avoid certain exercises e.g. lying on your back after 20 weeks. Please contact me for further advice and guidance.

You may return to exercise once your GP has given you permission (usually 6 weeks). Your GP may recommend you delay this if there have been complications.

Before beginning any structured exercise programme all participants are asked to complete a confidential Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (Click for Word Format or Click for PDF Format) If you answer yes to one or more questions you will be required to speak with your doctor about the kinds of activity you wish to participate in and will need to follow his/her advice.

YES-Your first class is free! And please feel free to bring your friends.