Made for Mams has been developed by Sport RCT and Leisure for Life to support women who wish to stay active during pregnancy and after giving birth.
There are a range of pre and post natal exercise sessions delivered by fully trained exercise professionals running across leisure centres in Rhondda Cynon Taf.
Indoor Classes
Sobell Leisure Centre (click here for the flyer)
Tuesday
11.15am - 12.00pm: Aqua Natal Yoga (A class focussed on mothers connecting with baby whilst in the water. Mams will complete gentle exercise that will help with the recovery of the pelvic floor and reintroducing exercise back into their lives, all whilst introducing the baby to the water.
Wednesday
1.00pm - 1.45pm: Post Natal Fitness (Group based exercise session. Exercises based on activities that will benefit mothers in day-to-day life. Mothers are encouraged to bring baby along as they can be included in the session. A great way of stepping back into fitness and spending quality time with your baby.)
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Llys Cadwyn Leisure Centre, Pontypridd, CF37 4TH
Wednesday
11.30am - 12.15pm: Pre and Post Natal Spin Class (Suitable for women currently pregnant or that have had a baby in the last two years. Suitable for all fitness levels. Soft play area available in the class to bring your baby with you.)
Outdoor Classes
Barry Sidings Countryside Park, CF37 2PE (click here for the flyer)
Paused for Autumn/Winter. Will return in Spring 2023
Monday
9.30am - 11.30am: Mams and Prams (a social walk on a pram friendly route for around an hour followed by a cuppa at the cafe. A gentle return to exercise. Suitable for babies and toddlers in prams.)
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Ynysangharad War Memorial Park, Pontypridd (click here for the flyer)
Paused for Autumn/Winter. Will return in Spring 2023
Wednesday
11.30am - 12.15pm: Mams and Prams (bring your pram and baby to get some gentle exercise in the fresh air. In the case of bad weather, sessions will take place indoors at Llys Cadwyn Leisure Centre)
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Ron Jones Stadium, Aberdare (click here for the flyer)
Paused for Autumn/Winter. Will return in Spring 2023
Thursday
1.20pm - 2.00pm: Mams and Prams (bring your pram and baby to get some gentle exercise in the fresh air)
Class details
Cost: £3.60 per session or free for Leisure for Life members
Book via the Leisure for Life app or call the Leisure centres on the contact numbers below:
- Rhondda Fach Leisure Centre - 01443 570012
- Sobell Leisure Centre - 01685 870111
- Hawthorn Leisure Centre - 01443 842873
- Llys Cadwyn Leisure Centre - 01443 56221
Bookings can be made 8 days in advance.
The benefits of staying active during and after pregnancy
There are so many benefits to exercising during pregnancy. Gentle activity can help with some of the side effects you may be experiencing such as pelvic pain, back ache, cramps and swollen feet. It can even help you sleep better. For support, download our handout.
Getting active after birth can lead to faster postnatal recovery and give you the opportunity to socialise and meet other new mothers. For support, download our handout.
Pushchair-friendly Walking routes
We have filmed the following pushchair-friendly walking routes, in order to promote routes that are perfect for new mums.
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