About this course
Join Bliss Baby Yoga Owner, Lead Teacher & Doula Nadine O’Mara for this 3 day in person Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training Immersion in beautiful Bellingen NSW Australia from the 10-12th November 2023. This course will equip yoga teachers, yoga teacher trainees, and women’s health professionals with the skills and knowledge to safely and confidently teach yoga to women during all stages of pregnancy.
Consider this training a retreat while gifting yourself with knowledge. Set in a private space amongst the trees with the opportunity to swim in the salt water pool on breaks accompanied by wonderful meals, this training is not only an opportunity to educate yourself but also a retreat from the rigours of day to day life.
And if you are the someone who needs to be in the room with others face to face for your training, then this is for you!
Nourishing lunches are included for three days, you might even be inclined to pick some herbs from the garden to accompany your meals.
You will gain so much on so many levels. Nadine shares the knowledge of her 15 years supporting birth as a Prenatal Yoga Teacher, birth educator and doula so what you will learn goes so much further than just the curriculum and manual (which is already comprehensive).
You may be a midwife or doula who needs some inspiration and some time with others who are passionate about birth in a supportive space, this immersion isn’t only for those who want to learn to teach Prenatal Yoga.
As a bonus this course also includes 12 months access FREE to our Bliss Baby Yoga Online Mentoring Program for Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga Teachers worth $120 that will give you the support you need as you embark as a Prenatal Yoga Teacher.
You might also like to gain RPYT certification under Yoga Alliance by enrolling in the bundle that includes our online Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training course, making this an 85 hour course! Scroll down for details.
Please note: this training has a maximum of 12 participants so you will receive a lot of personal attention. However this also means with limited spaces, this course will fill quickly so book your place now!
Dates & Times:
Friday 10th November 9am – 5pm
Saturday 11th November 8am- 5pm
Sunday 12th November 9am – 5pm
Investment:
$845 – which includes the 3 day course, manual, 3 x nourishing lunches and teas/snacks + FREE 12 months access to the online Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Group Mentoring worth $120.
Deposit of $245 required at booking.
Remainder of balance $600 due the 1st of November 2023. (Payment plans are available – please e mail for details).
Terms & Conditions
Booking deposits are non-refundable. Refunds on remainder of payment only if cancelling more than 14 days before course begins. After this time course balance can be rolled onto a Bliss Baby Yoga online course (this does not include deposits).
Over this three day immersion, the following topics will be covered plus BONUS access to the Bliss Baby Yoga Online Group Mentoring for 12 months.
COURSE CONTENT :
- Benefits of yoga for pregnancy and birth
- Safety guidelines for pregnant students
- Modifying the postures for the various stages of pregnancy
- The four trimesters: overview of physiological changes for
mum and baby - Perinatal Anatomy & Physiology
- Postural alignment for pregnancy
- Working with props for pregnancy
- Restorative Yoga for pregnancy
- Sequencing and the 5 Prenatal Posture Groups
- Yoga Nidra and Visualisation for pregnancy
- Partner Yoga for pregnancy and birth
- Benefits & applications of squatting and pelvic floor toning
during pregnancy - Sounding/Chanting for pregnancy and birth
- Benefits & applications of squatting and pelvic floor toning during pregnancy
Sounding/Chanting for pregnancy and birth - Special sequences for pregnancy: ‘Pregnancy Pawanmuktasana’ & ‘Pregnancy Salute to the Sun’, and sample classes (stabilising & restorative)
- How to use a chair in your Prenatal Yoga classes for extra stability & support
- Applied Anatomy for Prenatal Yoga: back or pelvic problems & other common complaints
- Applied Anatomy for Prenatal Yoga: back, pelvic issues &
other common complaints. - Overview of Stages of Labour and Birth
- Yogic tools for labour.
- Active Birth and Yoga
- Pelvic floor work and connection with the breath in Prenatal Yoga
- Supporting Previous Birth Trauma
Comprehensive course manual included.
ABOUT BELLINGEN
The Bellingen Shire is a rare and special place, host to a plethora of creativity, with an engaging culture nestled amongst some of the world’s most majestic and precious natural environment.
The town of Bellingen has a vibrant spirit and soulful character and has recently been touted by the SMH as a ‘foodie mecca‘. Come for a couple more days to allow yourself time to explore this beautiful region on either side of your course!
The beautiful Bellingen river is the soul of this area with the township nestled on it’s bank. The very special Promised Land lies just west of town while a trip up Waterfall Way to Dorrigo is not to be missed. Untouched beaches lie only 15 minutes the other way, the Urunga boardwalk as well, and there is also the village of Sawtell with an art house cinema and restaurants 25 minutes away.
The location of the studio for this training is in Fernmount, 8 minutes east of Bellingen between the town and the beach. Surrounded by bird song and trees with a large saltwater pool you will love the opportunity to escape life and nourish yourself in this restful space.
Please note: accommodation is not included in your training. Please see below for some wonderful suggestions at different prices.
If you are staying in Bellingen town without a car transport can be arranged for you to and from your accommodation. Please let Nadine know if you require transport via the form you will receive once booked.
ACCOMMODATION IN BELLINGEN
There are many wonderful places to stay in and around Bellingen town. Following are a few recommendations.
The Belfry Guesthouse is central, affordable and great value with share rooms if required.
The Bellingen Riverside Cottages are good for sharing and privacy with beautiful views.
Fernridge Farm Cottage has spectacular views and alpacas!
This course will certify you to confidently and safely teach Prenatal Yoga.
To teach Prenatal Yoga classes we require that you have completed (or plan to) a minimum 200 hr general yoga teacher training course. If you are birth worker or alternative health practitioner only, you may do this course to integrate the learnings into your work support pregnant women.
As a yoga teacher you can claim 22 hours CPD points with Yoga Alliance or Yoga Australia and will be certified for cover with insurance companies to teach Prenatal Yoga (check before registering that your insurance company covers Prenatal Yoga).
Or add our online Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training with a 15% discount and gain RPYT Certification with Yoga Alliance with a total of 85 hrs of training! See the RPYT bundle at the bottom of this page.
This will also allow you access to all videos and audio to keep as reference forever!
For answers to Frequently Asked Questions about this course, delivery and accreditation, please see below.
ENROL NOW
Who is this course for
This immersion is for anyone who loves birth and needs some nourishment!
You may be a yoga teacher who would like to train as a Prenatal Yoga Teacher with the intention to offer your own Prenatal Yoga classes.
However you might be a birth worker/keeper who would like to deepen their knowledge of how to support birth from a yogic perspective both prenatally and in the birthing room. You might also support clients during pregnancy as an alternative therapist or doula and want to know more about supporting them from a yogic perspective. Or perhaps you did an online training and now you’d like to dive in and explore that knowledge within a face to face course.
You may also already be a Prenatal Yoga Teacher who just needs a long weekend of nourishment, connection with other like minded individuals and further inspiration for your teaching.
Course Teacher
Nadine O'Mara
Bliss Baby Yoga Owner & Lead Teacher
Nadine O’Mara (E-RYT 200, RPYT, YACEP, Yoga Australia Lvl 3 Teacher, DONA Certified Doula, B. App. Sc.) is an experienced Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga teacher, doula and our Bliss Baby Yoga Managing Director, who is passionate about supporting women’s health, especially around birth.
In addition to sharing her knowledge via our Bliss Baby Yoga online courses and content, Nadine also runs her own business, Conscious Birth. Nadine provides doula support and yoga for women and their partners around Bellingen on the NSW Mid-North Coast. She also offers birth education, self care and restorative yoga workshops for mothers, facilitates mother’s circles, family yoga and retreats for women and/or families. She believes that a gentle birth and the creation of a positive family life helps shape a more peaceful planet.
BONUS 12 months access to the Bliss Baby Yoga Online Group Mentoring for Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teachers to support you in your first year as a Prenatal Yoga Teacher included FREE, worth $120!
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Purchase Options
Choose from purchase options below — stand-alone or course bundle
ALL PRICES ARE IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS AND INCLUDE GST FOR AUSTRALIAN RESIDENTS.
In Person Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training
$845
Only limited places available.
In this bundle you receive
In Person Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training 3 Day Retreat
Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Online Group Mentoring 12 months access (FREE)
Deposit $245 due now (non-refundable)
Remaining balance of $600 due 1st October.
Payment plans available – please e mail [email protected] for further details
In-Person & Online
RPYT Certification Bundle
$1300
Only limited places available.
In this bundle you receive:
Online Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training
In-Person Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training 3 day Retreat (15% OFF)
Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga Teacher Online Group Mentoring – 12 months access (FREE)
Deposit $830 due now (non-refundable) or 2 x $420
Remaining balance of $600 due 1st October.