Expecting Fit–In Person

Live & In Person: Registration Open for the April-May Series 

OUR SIGNATURE PRENATAL CLASS

We’ve all heard the generic recommendation for exercise in pregnancy, “Do what you’ve been doing and listen to your body.” Well, at Bodies for Birth, we believe and know we can do better.

People ask us what makes us different…

It’s the intentional program design, the childbirth education woven into every single class. It’s the specialized services that have been created based on exactly what the pregnant and postpartum body needs to feel it’s best.

It’s our community of mamas who long to be active participants in their journey throughout motherhood–individuals seeking education, informed decision making and holistic wellness. It’s the village of friendship that grows week after week.

Photo Credit Meron Tekie Menghistab for the New York Times

Ours is a powerful, loving community! If you’re ready to feel energized and to gain fitness in pregnancy (yes, it’s possible!!), let’s get started!  We welcome you to join us!  

Classes are booked for eight consecutive weeks with new sessions beginning seasonally.  

Our program is progressive in nature, meaning that you can join at any time in pregnancy and can continue right up until delivery!  With a new class each week, we build in strength and endurance.  By week eight, you will most certainly feel stronger!

Our classes are appropriate for all stages and fitness levels. Preconception clients are always welcome as well!

What you can expect:

• Professional, specialized instruction with modifications for all levels of fitness and the common discomforts of pregnancy and postpartum.
• To learn about and practice the fundamentals that will help to maintain comfort in pregnancy including alignment, diaphragmatic breathing and core strength.

• Cardio intervals and specialized labor preparation intervals (1) with  guided imagery and visualization to help you stay strong, toned and fit!
• To gain not only  physical strength and endurance, but mental resilience as well.
• Functional bodyweight exercises and resistance training.
• To train your mind and body to recover efficiently from physical exertion and to remain calm despite a body that’s working hard physically.  These tools are essential for every individual’s labor preparation!
• A supportive, fun class environment.
• A warm, loving community.

 Group training is appropriate for both the beginner and the veteran exerciser.

All the Details & How to Register! 

When and Where:

• Our upcoming class will be held LIVE and IN-PERSON at the beautiful Harbor Square Athletic Club in Edmonds, WA beginning on Thursday, April 11, 2024 from 4:15 PM-5:15 PM. 
• This 8-week series will run from April 11, 2024 – May 30, 2024 and will be absolutely packed with goodness!
• You can take this series once as your stand-alone Prenatal Fitness Education/Labor Preparation Class OR, you’re welcome to repeat this series throughout pregnancy.  You are guaranteed to find new learning, increased fitness and expanded community each time! 
• Missed Classes: If you miss a class, I will email you the Class Lesson Plans including the workout for your completion independently. In addition, I will always be happy to answer questions regarding the content you missed. Thank you!!

Pricing:

• Harbor Square Members: $336/8 week series ($42/class) 
• Non-Members: $400/8 week series ($50/class) 

Registration:

• All registration will take place through the Harbor Square Official App. Members and Non-members alike can download the app and create a profile.

• For Members, your accounts are linked to your Harbor Square Membership.  You can register and pay by adding the program to your account!

• For Non-members, once you’ve created a profile, you can register and pay by adding the program to your account and by linking a credit card for a one time payment.

How To Navigate the Harbor Square App:

• Once in the app, from the Home screen, go to “Club.”
• Scroll down to “Specialty Programs” –> “Programs“–> “Expecting Fit” will be under this tab. 
• Select “Expecting Fit.”
• From there, you will find a “Purchase” tab.  Click on the purchase tab to finalize your registration and add a card as needed. 

• If there is ANY trouble with the app, please stop by the front desk at Harbor Square and their staff can walk you through the process and get them signed up. (Alternatively, please feel free to reach out directly to me and I will do my very best to help!)

In Need of Childcare?  Use the Kid’s Zone at Harbor Square:

• The Kid’s Zone opens at 4:00pm on Thursdays

•  To use the Kid’s Zone, you will need to sign up in advance to hold a spot for your child via the Harbor Square app.

• Spots can be booked 48 hours in advance.

• The cost is $7 per hour or there is a $45 per month unlimited plan if you plan to use it multiple times. 

• No show/failure to cancel fee: $5

• Your first visit:  Plan to take a bit more time at drop-off as there is a one page child info sheet that will need to be filled out before leaving your child in care at the Kid’s Zone. 

• There is a limit of two hours daily drop off and you must remain in the building.

Have additional questions?!  We can connect via phone or via video chat your free 15 minute consultation:

(206) 734-5902

maura@bodiesforbirth.com

(1) Adapted from Labor Training ®,  “Get Fit For Birth”, Pre & Post Natal Corrective Exercise Specialist Course Curriculum