Frequently asked questions
I've never done yoga before.
Does that matter?
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Not at all. You don't need to know your downward dog from your warrior pose before you arrive.
The Pregnancy Yoga Club is designed specifically for pregnancy and is suitable for complete beginners as well as people who've practised yoga before. Everything can be adapted to suit you, your body and where you are in your pregnancy.
This isn't 90 minutes of sitting quietly with your eyes closed.
Each session combines purposeful pregnancy-safe movement, breathing techniques, practical birth preparation and time to talk about what's happening to your body as your pregnancy progresses.
There'll be time to slow things down too, but the aim is to leave feeling like you've moved your body, learnt something useful and had a good hour and a half to yourself.
What should I expect from a class?
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Our classes are designed for your second trimester onwards.
If you have any concerns about exercising during your pregnancy, or you've been advised that your pregnancy requires additional monitoring, have a chat with your midwife or maternity team before joining us
When can I start pregnancy yoga?
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As long as you're comfortable and haven't been advised otherwise by your maternity team, you can continue practising pregnancy yoga as your pregnancy progresses.
The sessions are designed to adapt with you, so what feels right at 18 weeks doesn't have to look the same at 36 weeks.
How far into pregnancy can I keep coming?
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Absolutely not.
Pregnancy yoga isn't about touching your toes, achieving complicated poses or being the bendiest person in the room. It's about moving in ways that feel good and useful for your changing body.
We'll always encourage you to work at your own pace.
Do I need to be fit or flexible?
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No. We've got you covered.
Mats, bolsters and the equipment you'll need during the session are all provided. Just bring yourself and a bottle of water.
If you have your own mat that you particularly love, you're welcome to bring it, but there's absolutely no need.
Do I need to bring a yoga mat?
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Whatever you can move comfortably in.
Leggings, joggers, a T-shirt, vest or comfortable gym clothes are all perfect. There's no special yoga kit required.
Layers are a good idea too – pregnancy has a habit of making your internal thermostat fairly unpredictable.
What should I wear?
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Just bring a bottle of water and anything personal you know helps you feel comfortable.
Everything you need for the actual class – including mats and props – will be waiting for you.
Should I bring anything with me?
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Classes take place at Lytham Assembly Rooms, Dicconson Terrace, Lytham, Lancashire, FY8 5JY.
It's right in the centre of Lytham, overlooking Lytham Green.
Where are the classes?
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There are several parking options within a short walk of the Assembly Rooms.
Pleasant Street Car Park, next to Ego, is a handy option – use FY8 5JA in your sat nav. There's also public parking close to the Assembly Rooms and some on-street parking around the town centre.
Please check the signs when you park, as restrictions and charges vary.
Where's the best place to park?
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Yes. Lytham Assembly Rooms is wheelchair accessible, with level/accessible entry at the rear of the building, an accessible toilet and a designated disabled parking space.
If there's anything we can do to make getting into or taking part in the class easier for you, please get in touch before your first session.
Is the venue accessible?
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We'd recommend arriving ready for the class if you can. There's no need for specialist clothing, so comfortable clothes that you can move around in are absolutely fine.
Is there somewhere to get changed?
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Then don't. Pregnancy affects everybody differently and that can change from one week to the next. We'll offer alternatives and adaptations throughout the sessions and encourage you to listen to your body rather than push through something that doesn't feel right.
There's no prize for forcing yourself into a position your body is telling you it doesn't fancy today.
What if I can't do a particular movement?
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Staying active during an uncomplicated pregnancy is generally considered safe and beneficial, and the NHS includes pregnancy yoga as an appropriate form of activity during pregnancy. Our sessions are designed specifically for a changing pregnant body, with movement, breathwork and relaxation adapted throughout. If you have a medical condition, pregnancy complication, pain, bleeding, dizziness or anything else you’re concerned about, please speak to your midwife or maternity team before taking part.
Is pregnancy yoga safe?
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Yes. The Pregnancy Yoga Club is fully insured to deliver the classes.
Are you insured?
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That's a big part of what we're doing.
Alongside yoga and movement, the six-week course explores breathing, the Fear-Tension-Pain cycle, oxytocin, creating space in the body and other practical ideas that can help you understand what's happening during pregnancy and birth.
It's not about telling you there's one 'right' way to give birth. It's about giving you more knowledge about your body and a few more tools to take with you.
Will the classes prepare me for birth?
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Not quite.
We're not trying to replace your NHS antenatal care or a hypnobirthing course. Think of this as pregnancy yoga with more substance around it - movement, birth preparation and honest conversations about your body and what comes next.
Is this an antenatal course?
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Have a question about the course, the taster sessions or whether pregnancy yoga is right for you? Get in touch for a relaxed, no-pressure chat. No hard sell—just honest answers from the person who’ll be teaching you.