Pre-Natal Classes

Congratulations—what an incredible journey you’re on!

Staying active during pregnancy isn’t just safe—it’s one of the best ways to support your changing body and prepare for a smoother recovery after birth.

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Pre-Natal Classes Introduction

Our Pre-natal Pilates sessions are thoughtfully designed with a personalised program to help you move safely and comfortably at your own pace, no matter how you’re feeling on any given day.

As your body grows and changes, we’ll help you maintain strength, improve posture, and ease the common discomforts of pregnancy. Every session focuses on helping you feel strong, prepare for birth & beyond and embrace your body and its changes.

Imagine heading into birth feeling confident, prepared, and knowing you’ve done something just for you and your little one.

Benefits of Pre-natal Pilates:

Supports posture and muscular balance as your body changes
Builds strength and stamina for labour
Encourages faster postnatal recovery
Helps reduce discomfort and improve circulation
Eases water retention and leg cramps
Focus on core, arm, and leg strength for post-birth activities

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About the Class

Class Length:

1 hour

Perfect For:

Expecting mothers at any stage of pregnancy

Session Size:

Maximum of 4 participants per instructor (4:1 Studio Sessions) with a personalised program.

Equipment Used:

Mat, Reformer, Cadillac/Trapeze, Tower, Wunda Chair, and other small pilates props

Pre-Natal Classes FAQs

What if I’ve never done Pilates before?

Not a problem! Remember even those who have been doing it for years at one point had never done Pilates before. We all have to start somewhere. Pilates is so well designed it doesn’t matter what level of movement your body has, how strong, flexible or not so strong and flexible it is. There is a huge amount of repertoire in Pilates with a broad scope so there will always be exercises to suit where your body is at and what it needs.

I feel like my body is falling apart and I’m afraid to exercise. What if I’m injured? Can I still do Pilates?

Absolutely you can! Some Pilates classes are done on a 4:1 ratio with personalised programs. The benefits of this type of session are:

Your Pilates program can be tailored to address YOUR injury and any other physical goals YOU have.
You don’t have to worry about whether or not the “all in one” programs of a group class will exacerbate your injury.
You can work at your own pace, progress as your strength increases and your injury heals in YOUR time.

I’m pregnant, can I do Pilates until I reach full term?

Absolutely you can do Pilates until your full term. This is such an exciting time and your body is doing an incredible job of growing new life and preparing for birth. During this time, your posture will change, joints will expand and muscles will stretch and with all this going on it’s no wonder some days you have a little less energy than the rest, and that’s ok. It’s important to keep moving and stay strong throughout your pregnancy AND to do it all at your own safe pace. Looking after you is looking after your baby and Pilates can help:

Enhance muscular balance and posture as your muscles, joints and centre of gravity change
Increases overall strength to support physical changes during pregnancy
Increases strength and stamina for labour
Ensures a quicker recovery post-partum
Improves postural, core, arm and leg strength for feeding and lifting the baby
Eases gastrointestinal discomfort
Improves circulation
Reduces water retention and leg cramps

Can I bring my child with me?

Yes. We have dedicated parent-friendly sessions* during the week to allow those parents with children still at home to be able to enjoy the benefits of Pilates.

* You are responsible for your own child, there are no creche services.

Our Members Inspire

We’ve helped hundreds of people to find renewed energy, strength and faith in their body through Pilates

On recommendation , Naturally Norris Pilates with Kara as team leader has helped me immensely with my physical and mental well being. The gentle approach with a personalised programme in a calm setting is perfect for me. I enjoy my classes so much.

Dianne Richardson

Walking was becoming more and more difficult and painful, expensive shoe orthotics weren’t helping. Having surgery for cancer and treatment afterwards, I felt weak, so I limped into Naturally Norris not really knowing what to expect but looking for help. Upon meeting Kara, I knew I was in the right place, her knowledge and experience with pilates and how it helps the body to regain strength put any concerns I had away. Before starting pilates at Naturally Norris Studio, I hadn’t thought I would be able to travel much, let alone fly to Bali!!! I put in extra sessions to get airport ready and it was worth it. To Kara and her team, I am extremely grateful, thank you.

Michele Xeros

My daughter recommended I go to Pilates at NNP after I had been struggling with my knee and shoulders. Both Kara and the team have made sure that I felt comfortable in the studio and tailor exercises to me. Over the last few years my shoulder mobility has improved and I have regained flexibility. Classes have also helped me keep up with my two granddaughters! The NNP studio is a special space as it allows fellow clients to have friendly banter during sessions, which is such a great part of the NNP community.

Cliff

Kara and the team at Naturally Norris Pilates are total professionals at their game but more than that they genuinely care about you as an individual, your progress and your health journey. They encourage and support you each session through a variety of exercises. I don’t know how they do it but each session you will do something new or build onto an exercise you already know. If you are looking to start your Pilates journey then I highly recommend Naturally Norris Pilates.

Elaine Bunyan

Absolutely love my Monday morning classes, especially because they have tailored it to my needs and I’ve seen a vast improvement in my core!

Debra Cheshire

I was fortunate to have Naturally Norris Pilates recommended to me around 18 months ago when I was dealing with persistent bursitis issues. Kara, Kieron and Sandra genuinely care about their clients. Everyone who enters this special space is greeted by name and truly listened to when asked, “How is your body today?”

The team is professional while being patient, warm, and funny. My bursitis has gone and I have demonstrated improvements in both my core strength and my flexibility. The instructors are supportive and motivating and celebrate all the small wins that I have had. I leave pilates walking taller and with a smile on my face.

Jacqueline Galvin

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