"The moment a child is born, the mother is also born. She never existed before. The woman existed, but the mother, never. A mother is something absolutely new."
-- Rejneesh

The journey of pregnancy is unique and different experience for everyone, but the one common thread is that it's a transition from being a woman to becoming a mother and begins at conception. It is a time of learning about your body as well as a time of self-reflection. Prenatal yoga can help you along every path of this journey.

Prenatal Yoga is a wonderful way to stay active during your pregnancy, while preparing your body for labor and delivery. We combine breathing exercises, movement, meditation, relaxation and education about childbirth and your changing body, to help you discover your inner wisdom as a woman and prepare you to birth with confidence and peace. Some of the benefits of Prenatal Yoga include:

  • Improves circulation
  • Aids in digestion
  • Strengthens the uterus and pelvic muscles
  • Promotes hip opening in preparation for labor and delivery
  • Creates more space in the body for organs and for the growing baby
  • Decreases back pain and sciatica
  • Helps to decrease swelling of the ankles and feet
  • Reduces constipation, varicose veins, and nausea
  • Increases overall comfort during pregnancy
It's also a great way to connect with your baby and with other pregnant women as you celebrate the changes in your body and the excitement of bringing a new life into the world.

Classes are taught by Anna Starikov of Blossoming Yogis, a Registered Yoga Teacher with specialized training in Prenatal Yoga, at Columbia Athletic Club - Juanita Bay in Kirkland (open to Non-Members.) Here's the schedule:

  • Wednesday nights from 7 - 9 pm
  • Saturday mornings from noon - 2 pm

Drop-ins welcome and you don't have to be a Columbia Athletic Club member to participate! No yoga experience necessary. View full schedule.

Prenatal Yoga Pricing:

Pass Type: Valid For: Cost for
CAC Members**: 		Cost for
Non-Members**:
Drop-In Same Day $15 $17
5-Class Pass 60 days $65 ($13 / class) $75 ($15 / class)
10-Class Pass 90 days $120 ($12 / class) $140 ($14 / class)

 

 


** Please note that Columbia Athletic Club will charge a 9.5% tax on these prices. Prices subject to change without notice.

Download a Prenatal Yoga Questionnaire and Release Form.

Also, find out more about our Couples Yoga for Labor Workshop!