Mind & Body Pregnancy Classes in Frome
MEET YOUR BABY WITH CONFIDENCE
mind and body tools to help you navigate the changes of pregnancy
- prepare for parenting and tune in to your body and baby -
Yoga and mindfulness for birth and parenting preparation.
Wednesdays • 7.00pm - 8.15pm in Frome
Mindfulness and movement that’s safe and accessible to all from early pregnancy to when it's time to meet your baby.
This 6 week course in Frome includes yoga and biomechanics based movement for a healthy pregnancy, active birth basics and simple, deep relaxation techniques.
Developed and taught by Emilie, a doula, yoga and antenatal teacher with over 15 years of experience with pregnant and postnatal families.
Practicalities
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS • 7.00pm - 8.15pm
starts October 2023
BYO Yoga mat and a blanket
There will be time to move, talk, learn and share every week.
The course covers postural alignment in pregnancy, mindfulness, biomechanics and explores life habits and simple changes to ease your everyday experience in pregnancy. We’ll focus on an idea or area of the body each week.
Discover ways to add more ease and movement to your daily lifestyle, in preparation for birth and life with a newborn.
Sessions are themed:
DEVELOPING AWARENESS • HEADSPACE & SHOULDERS • BREATHING & RELAXATION • BACK & PELVIS • RELEASING TENSION • MOVEMENT FOR EVERYDAY
Classes run in sequence, if possible they will be recorded so you can access them again for the week after class (and so you won't miss any sessions if you can't join us in person)
• COMMUNITY
stay connected.
Community is so important, especially as new parents.
As well as the weekly classes we have a WhatsApp group and meet up for social cuppa.
What other mothers say:
Suzie
"Emilie is down to earth and friendly; she creates an inclusive and warm environment for the classes.
I recommend these classes for the all essential 'me' time during pregnancy as they've really helped me to breathe, stretch and properly listen to my body. "
Claire
“The classes were comprehensive, covering all of the body from head-to-toe. There was good focus on breathing, relaxation and preparing for birth in various positions.
I enjoyed the relaxation at the end and almost fell asleep! I felt very nurtured by Emilie and would be happy to recommend her to other expectant mums.”
Alice
"Emilie helped me feel more in control, less apprehensive and to know what to expect, so I could navigate a calmer way through - knowing how to listen and respond to my body.
The whole experience was really lovely."
Elena
“Thanks for your time and lovely attention. I really enjoyed the whole class, especially because it had a bit of everything, it wasn’t only yoga and exercise.
After the class, I felt very relaxed all evening.”
Book in for classes
Session themes run in a loop, but it's fine to join at any stage - some people repeat the cycle more than once. Most people start in their second trimester and stay until baby arrives. If you feel ready sooner, that's fine. You can still come to class after your 'due date' provided there are no medical concerns.
• Buy using the link for either 5 or 10 classes
• Click on the code in your confirmation email
• Complete the pre-course booking info
• Select your course dates.
- Sessions normally run term times only -
Choose a block of 5 or 10 classes as a class pack. You have 3 months to use the 10 class pack and 6 weeks for the 5 class pack. Single sessions are available as a trial class or for those very close to meeting baby. Unused class credits can be transferred to postnatal packs or as a credit towards a massage or 1-2-1, if your baby arrives before you use them all.
• It's best to book consecutive classes and adjust as/when needed or the space may get booked by someone else!
• Please book in at least 2 hours before class start time if it's a late booking / catch up class
• Cancellations with less than 12 hours notice will not be refunded - you need to log in to your account online to cancel a class.
Finances difficult?
Use the concession option if your family is on welfare or otherwise struggling.
5 CLASS PACK
- 6 week expiry
if you are on a low income use the code 'concessions'
10 CLASS PACK
- 3 months expiry
if you are on a low income use the code 'concessions'
FAQs
All you need to know
Who is this for?
Pregnant folks like you.
These classes are mind and body focussed, practical and adaptable. You can take it at your own pace. You can join at any stage of pregnancy for safe exercise from conception to birth. It's fine to join with pelvic pain and suitable for 1st or subsequent pregnancies.
It's important that you stay within your own limits and the suggestions of your GP and/or midwife.
What do I need?
kit list
Things to make you comfortable:
• a yoga mat
• a pillow
• blanket
• a bottle of water
What's happening when?
dates and timings
Class time:
Wednesday evenings, 7.00 - 8.15
5 CLASS PACK
save 20% - £10 per class
10 CLASS PACK
save 30% - £8.75 per class
(concessions are available)
Community :
WhatsApp and regular meetups
Training and Qualifications
Emilie has been working with pregnant and new families for over 15 years. She’s a fully qualified 200 hour Yoga Teacher, Doula, Embodied Toolkit teacher and a registered Antenatal Teacher. Other training: Trauma Sensitive Yoga • Movement Ecology During Pregnancy • Dancing for Birth• Pregnancy and Postnatal Yoga Teacher Trainings with Nadia Narain at Triyoga, London.
www.thebodydoula.com
a movement for better pregnancy, birth and beyond.
ONLINE PREGNANCY CLASSES
Join us from the comfort of your own home.
How does it work?
Just sign up for the class or course and you'll receive the link to join us on zoom. We can all see and hear one another so there's still the chance to check in and stay connected like we would in-person.
What do I need?
A phone, computer or tablet with good internet connection, a mic and camera. Plus a bit of space, pillows a towel and blanket.
Try a class for free.
You can try a session for free (use the pop-up to get your discount code and book in).
Classes are then 25% less than in-person, 5 classes are £45 or 10 are just £82.50. As well a joining the live classes you'll get access to a growing online video collection and discounts on other courses.
If money's tight but you want to join, just let me know. These are strange times and I'm happy to help however I can ♡
Privacy matters When you signup for a course, workshop or event with me I take down some personal details in order to understand your needs and to help us communicate well. Your privacy matters to me, so this information is kept under lock and key if it’s on paper or password protected if digital. It’s a condition of my insurance that I keep records for 7 years. This website is connected to Google Analytics, Mailchimp, Acuity and Facebook. I do my best to ensure that services I use (e.g. Acuity) also uphold your privacy. I cannot be responsible for data breaches elsewhere, if you prefer records to be kept on paper please let me know and we can make that happen. You are entitled to request copies of data held on you by any organisation. Simply ask and they are obliged to let you know.
Classes and Workshops
1. Block Bookings (i.e. a course of classes) may be cancelled in certain medical circumstances by arrangement. If there is a waiting list for your course and a cancellation is made more than 2 weeks in advance of the course start date, I will try and fill your place if. No refunds will be made for cancellations within 2 weeks of the course start date or after a course has begun.
2. Private Classes will be refunded or rescheduled if 7 full days notice is given, a 30% refund or alternative booking will be offered if more than 48 hours notice is given.
3. Concessionary Discounts are available - please discuss with Emilie to get a discount code.
4. A booking is confirmed once I and the client have both agreed a date, time, duration and location fo the session.
5. I reserve the right to refuse admission.
6. I reserve the right to alter the programme delivery or teaching staff if circumstances are beyond my control (e.g. illness, venue problems, emergencies etc.)
7. If a class or workshop has to end or is interrupted for reasons beyond my control sessions will not be refunded.
8. Latecomers may be admitted at the discretion of management and teacher/workshop leader.
9. Timetable may be subject to change during the school holidays.
10. Refunds will be issues or an alternative offered is sessions are cancelled by us.
11. Refunds may take up to 30 days to process.
PRIVACY POLICY
I am committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Should you be asked to provide certain information by which you can be identified when using this website, you can be assured that it will only be used in accordance with this privacy statement.
This policy may change from time to time - please check this page from time to time to ensure that you are happy with any changes.
Information I collect
I may collect the following information:
name
basic information about your baby (e.g. name / age)
contact information including email address
emergency contact including GP/midwife details
demographic information such as postcode, preferences and interests
other information relevant to customer surveys and/or offers
What I do with the information:
I require this information to understand your needs and provide you with a better service, and in particular for the following reasons:
Internal record keeping & in case of medical emergency.
• I may use the information to improve products and services.
• I are obliged to keep records secure and confidentially held for 7 years.
• I may periodically send promotional emails about new products, special offers or other information that I think you may find interesting, using the email address which you have provided. You can opt out at any time.
• From time to time, I might contact you for market research purposes. I sometimes use the information to customise the website according to your interests.
We will NOT allow this information to be used by third parties.
Security
I am committed to ensuring that your information is secure. In order to prevent unauthorised access or disclosure, I have put in place suitable physical, electronic and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information we collect online.
I have recently moved to a more sure email system and will continue to do my best to keep your information safe.