A pregnant client walks into your Reformer Pilates class. Are you ready?

A Pregnant Client Walks Into Your Reformer Pilates Class.

Are You Ready?

THE CONFIDENCE TO TEACH. THE KNOWLEDGE TO ADAPT.

A 2.5-hour practical, hands-on professional development workshop for Reformer Pilates instructors who want to confidently accommodate pregnant clients in a group class setting.

PICTURE THIS…

You've planned a great Reformer class. The studio is full, everyone is ready to go, and then a client walks in and tells you she's 28 weeks pregnant.

Are you confident you can adapt your class on the spot?

Do you know which exercises to modify, what alternatives to offer and how to keep the rest of your class flowing?

Or do you find yourself second-guessing your programming, relying on the same few pregnancy modifications or wondering whether your original Pilates certification adequately prepared you?

If you've ever felt uncertain teaching a pregnant client, this workshop is for you.

Pregnancy shouldn't leave you feeling out of your depth. And accommodating a pregnant client shouldn't mean having to completely rewrite your class plan.

This interactive workshop bridges the gap between pregnancy theory and the practical realities of teaching in a busy Reformer Pilates studio.

Whether you're newly qualified and building your confidence or an experienced instructor looking to refresh and expand your knowledge, you'll develop practical strategies to become a more adaptable, knowledgeable and confident teacher.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

By the end of this workshop, you'll have developed the knowledge and practical skills to:

1. UNDERSTAND THE PREGNANT BODY

Identify the key anatomical, physiological and hormonal changes that occur throughout pregnancy.

Understand how these changes influence movement, exercise selection and Reformer Pilates programming across the different trimesters.

2. RECOGNISE COMMON PREGNANCY CONDITIONS & CONSIDERATIONS

Develop your understanding of pregnancy-related conditions, including:

• Pelvic girdle pain

• Abdominal separation (diastasis recti)

• Pelvic floor dysfunction

• Postural and balance changes

• Exercise precautions and contraindications

Learn to recognise when modifications may be appropriate, when an exercise should be avoided and when a client requires advice or clearance from an appropriate healthcare professional.

3. CONFIDENTLY MODIFY REFORMER EXERCISES

Learn how to adapt familiar Reformer Pilates exercises to accommodate the changing needs of pregnant clients.

Through hands-on practice, explore:

• Alternative exercise positions and variations

• Spring adjustments and resistance choices

• Props and equipment modifications

• Appropriate progressions and regressions

• Practical alternatives to commonly programmed exercises

The goal? To understand WHY you're modifying an exercise, not simply memorise a list of what you can and can't teach.

4. MANAGE PREGNANCY IN A MIXED-LEVEL GROUP CLASS

This is where theory meets the reality of teaching.

Learn how to accommodate a pregnant client alongside your regular participants without compromising class flow or the experience of other members.

Develop strategies to:

• Make informed programming decisions in real time

• Adapt exercises without completely changing your class plan

• Communicate modifications clearly and confidently

• Manage different abilities and needs within the same class

• Create an inclusive, supportive teaching environment

5. DEVELOP CONFIDENT, INFORMED TEACHING DECISIONS

Move beyond second-guessing your exercise choices.

Develop the confidence to assess common programming challenges, recognise when modifications are necessary and explain the reasoning behind your decisions.

Learn how to work within your professional scope of practice while responding appropriately to individual client needs.

6. CREATE YOUR OWN PREGNANCY-ADAPTABLE REFORMER CLASS PLAN

Your set-and-forget backup plan!

Put your new knowledge into practice by developing a Reformer Pilates class plan with appropriate pregnancy modifications and exercise alternatives.

You'll leave with a practical programming resource you can keep in your teaching toolkit, refine and adapt for individual clients.

No more starting from scratch every time a pregnant client joins your class.

WHO IS THIS WORKSHOP FOR?

NEWLY QUALIFIED REFORMER PILATES INSTRUCTORS

You've completed your certification and you're excited to teach, but pregnancy programming may have received limited attention during your training.

Perhaps you're confident delivering a standard Reformer class but feel less prepared when a pregnant client arrives.

This workshop will help you build foundational pregnancy knowledge, develop practical modification skills and feel better equipped to manage different needs within a group setting.

Build the confidence and versatility that can help you stand out when applying for teaching positions.

EXPERIENCED REFORMER PILATES INSTRUCTORS

You've been teaching for years, but when did you last refresh your pregnancy programming knowledge?

Perhaps you want to revisit exercise considerations, explore different modification strategies or expand your existing teaching toolkit.

This workshop provides an opportunity to refine your skills, exchange ideas and strengthen your ability to teach a wider range of clients.

Stay adaptable, continue developing professionally and strengthen the skills that make you a valuable member of any studio teaching team.

MORE THAN A WORKSHOP. AN INVESTMENT IN YOUR TEACHING CAREER.

WHY IS THIS SKILL VALUABLE?

Boutique Pilates studios need instructors who can do more than deliver a well-planned class.

They need instructors who can think on their feet, understand different bodies, manage mixed abilities and adapt their teaching to meet individual client needs.

Pregnancy is one of the many situations where these skills become particularly important.

The more confidently and competently you can accommodate a diverse range of clients, the more versatile you become as an instructor.

For newly qualified instructors, developing these skills may help differentiate you when applying for studio positions.

For established instructors, expanding your knowledge may strengthen your professional value and open the door to additional teaching opportunities.

Greater versatility may mean being considered for more class covers, additional timetable blocks or roles in studios that value instructors with pregnancy programming experience.

More teaching opportunities can mean greater earning potential.

While completing this workshop does not guarantee employment, additional shifts or increased income, it is an investment in developing practical skills that may support your professional growth and future opportunities.

WHAT WILL YOU WALK AWAY WITH?

✓ A stronger understanding of pregnancy and its impact on movement and exercise.

✓ Knowledge of common pregnancy-related conditions, precautions and referral considerations.

✓ Practical Reformer modifications you can apply immediately.

✓ Greater confidence managing pregnant clients within mixed-level group classes.

✓ Strategies to make informed programming decisions without disrupting class flow.

✓ Your own pregnancy-adaptable Reformer class plan to take home.

✓ A Certificate of Attendance recognising 2.5 hours of professional development through Mardi Pilates Education and Mentoring.

✓ Valuable skills that may strengthen your employability, teaching versatility and future earning opportunities.

WHY LEARN FROM MARDI GANNON?

Because there's a difference between knowing Pilates, teaching Pilates and knowing how to teach others to become exceptional instructors.

With over 30 years of experience in the fitness and Pilates industry, Mardi combines academic knowledge, extensive teaching experience and a practical understanding of what today's Pilates studios expect from their instructors.