PREgnancy Essentials for pilates instructors

Feel Prepared When A Pregnant Client Walks Into Class

Evidence based pregnancy education for Pilates instructors who want to confidently adapt Mat and Reformer classes without relying on outdated rules or fear based modifications.

Meet Caitlin & Kelci

Pregnancy Essentials is created and presented by Caitlin Pender and Kelci Wilson, founders of Her Women’s Health, experienced women’s health physiotherapists, Pilates instructors and mums.

As pelvic health physios, we understand how overwhelming and confusing prenatal exercise advice can be. The information out there is often contradictory, outdated or fear based, leaving both clients and instructors unsure of what is truly safe, beneficial and appropriate during pregnancy and postpartum recovery.

After supporting countless women through pregnancy, birth preparation, postnatal recovery and return to movement, we created Pregnancy Essentials to help cut through the noise.

Together with Move Pilates Academy, we have created a practical, evidence based course to help instructors support pregnant clients with more confidence in group Mat and Reformer Pilates classes.

Caitlin and Kelci

Pregnant clients deserve better than mixed messages.

For too long, pregnancy exercise education has been shaped by fear based rules, outdated advice and blanket statements like “avoid all core work” or “don’t lie on your back.”

But supporting pregnant clients well is not about memorising a list of things they cannot do.

It is about understanding the current evidence, knowing how to modify with purpose, and supporting the individual in front of you with confidence, care and critical thinking.

What you will learn

Pregnancy Essentials has been designed to help you move beyond outdated rules and feel confident supporting pregnant clients with current, evidence based knowledge.

Inside this course, you will learn how to:

Understand the key anatomical changes during pregnancy
Understand the current evidence around pregnancy and exercise
Recognise the benefits of movement during pregnancy
Move beyond outdated pregnancy myths
Support core and pelvic floor function
Understand pressure and load management
Recognise warning signs and when to refer out
Teach pregnant clients in real group class settings
Build confidence in your clinical reasoning as an instructor
Create a more empowering experience for pregnant clients

This course focuses on real-life application so you leave not just knowing what to do, but feeling confident doing it.

This Course is for you if:

You feel unsure when a pregnant client joins your class

You have heard conflicting advice around core work, supine exercises, wedges, bridging or twisting

You want to understand the why behind pregnancy modifications

You teach Mat or Reformer Pilates in a group class setting

You want to support pregnant clients without making them feel fragile, singled out or limited

You are ready to move beyond outdated rules and teach from evidence, confidence and care

If you are ready to move beyond uncertainty and support pregnant clients with evidence, confidence, and care, this course was created for you.

How the Course Works

No prerequisites required

Pregnancy Essentials is designed for Pilates instructors, group fitness coaches and movement professionals who want to better understand exercise during pregnancy.

Fully online and self paced

You will receive access to the online course portal, where you can move through the modules at your own pace and revisit the content as needed.

Certificate of Completion

Complete the final online exam to demonstrate your understanding and receive your certificate.

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Pregnancy Essentials

Online self paced course | Instant access | Certificate included

Inside the course, you will:

Learn current, evidence based pregnancy exercise principles so you can move beyond outdated, fear based rules
Be guided by women’s health physiotherapists who understand pregnancy, pelvic health, movement and real client needs
Build the confidence to adapt exercises safely and effectively in both Reformer and Mat Pilates classes

Investment: $350

Why Move Pilates Academy

At Move Pilates Academy, we believe quality education comes from combining strong Pilates foundations with specialist knowledge from the people who truly understand the body.

That is why we partner with experts in their field, like women’s health physiotherapists Caitlin and Kelci from Her Women’s Health, to bring you education that is current, evidence based, and deeply practical.

Our goal is to create courses that help instructors feel confident in real teaching environments, not just in theory.

We are committed to raising the standard of Pilates education, so instructors can support their clients with more knowledge, care, and confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to feel confident getting started

Is Pregnancy Essentials fully online?

Yes. Pregnancy Essentials is a fully online course, so you can complete it at your own pace, from anywhere.

Who is this course for?

This course is designed for Pilates instructors who want to feel more confident supporting pregnant clients in Reformer and Mat Pilates classes.

Do I need previous pregnancy training to enrol?

No. This course is designed to help you build your knowledge from the foundations up, while also being valuable for instructors who have completed previous training and want more current, evidence based guidance.

Who created the course?

Pregnancy Essentials was created in partnership with Caitlin and Kelci, founders of Her Women’s Health. They are experienced women’s health physiotherapists with specialist knowledge in pregnancy, pelvic health, movement, and postpartum care.

What will I learn?

You will learn current evidence based pregnancy exercise principles, key anatomical changes during pregnancy, core and pelvic floor considerations, pressure and load management, warning signs, and how to adapt exercises in both Reformer and Mat Pilates group classes.

Is this course evidence based?

Yes. The course has been created around current evidence and best practice guidelines, helping you move beyond outdated fear based rules and understand the why behind pregnancy modifications.

Will I learn specific exercise modifications?

Yes. The course is focused on practical application, helping you adapt exercises safely and effectively in real group class environments.

Will this course teach me how to support clients in group classes?

Yes. A major focus of the course is helping instructors support pregnant clients in group settings without making them feel singled out, limited, or unsure of what they can do.

How long do I have access to the course?

You can complete the course at your own pace and will have access to the online learning portal for 6 months from the date of purchase.

Does the certification expire?

Your certificate of completion does not expire.