Yin Yoga and Pregnancy Yoga
Yoga
Yoga classes at Love Pilates
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Love Pilates offers Yin Yoga and Pregnancy Yoga.
Our boutique studios have small classes of up to 8.
Whether you’re wanting to stretch out and release, complement your Pilates practice or other sporting pursuits, or support your body during pregnancy - we have a class for you.
Class offerings may vary between the studios.
Learn more about getting started and see our frequently asked questions.
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Don’t worry - everyone starts out a beginner! If you are new to yoga, let the teacher know before class. If you want to ease in gently, we recommend starting with Yin Yoga.
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It’s a myth that you need to be flexible to do yoga - we do yoga to build our flexibility!
If you are new to yoga/concerned about your flexibility, we recommend starting with yin yoga. Yin classes are slow, great for building flexibility and there’s plenty of time to add props to work around any movement restrictions you may have.
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From 13 weeks (second trimester) onwards you must attend our pregnancy classes. The exceptions are yoga nidra and yin (if you are under 35 weeks and have attended yin classes before).
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If you are returning to classes after having a baby, we recommend you start with Yin Yoga classes. Once you are attending classes regularly, you can discuss with your teacher whether other classes are appropriate.
Our classes
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A deeply restorative and meditative class where the connective tissues —the tendons, fascia, and ligaments- are stretched to increase circulation in the joints and improve flexibility.
Unlike Slow Flow Yoga, there are no sun salutes, no planks, no chatturanga and no standing poses. Instead you’ll do long-held seated, supine and prone poses.
Being still in a pose and bringing your attention to your breath helps you practice mindfulness, a tool that can be transferred from your mat to being more present and patient with your friends and family.
Yin Yoga is the perfect antidote for those who:
are tired, stressed or anxious
are tight and stiff
have a very active lifestyle
have injuries
are both brand new to yoga or very experienced
You must bring your own yoga mat. If you do not bring a mat you will need to purchase one at the studio.
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A slow flow yoga class. Poses are held longer and linked together to create a flow of movements. Each pose connects with the rhythm of your breath, giving you time and space to move through the sequence. Learn breathing, meditation and relaxation techniques you’ll use throughout all trimesters, as well as during labour, birth and beyond.
Benefits of Pregnancy Yoga
Reduces painful niggles like lower back pain, swelling, cramping and muscle tightness
Improves muscle strength, flexibility and endurance for pregnancy and birth
Builds self-confidence and connection to your body
Improves sleep quality
Reduces anxiety, worry and fear
Teaches you breathing techniques useful for labour
Deepens your bonds with your growing baby
Calms your nervous system
No prior yoga experience is required.
All pregnant clients must have clearance to exercise from their midwife or doctor.
Learn more about getting started and see our frequently asked questions.