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 (Suitable for pregnant women and new mothers. Aqua Yoga allows stretching without straining and overexercising, toning without impact and easy access to deep relaxation. Water provides a soothing yet stimulating environment to prepare for birth, particularly water birth. New mothers will benefit from gentle exercises that will help with the recovery of the pelvic floor.)
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.)
Llys Cadwyn Leisure Centre, Pontypridd, CF37 4TH (click here for the flyer)
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.)
Hawthorn Swimming Pool, CF37 5AL (click here for the flyer)
Tuesdays (June 13 - July 18)
5.45pm - 6.30pm: Aquanatal Yoga for Pregnancy run by Community Midwives (A focus on bonding with your baby. Emphasis on breathing and relaxation. Gentle stretches aided by the buoyancy of water.)
Rhondda Sports Centre, CF41 7SY (click here for the flyer)
Thursdays (June 15 - July 20)
6.00pm - 6.45pm: Aquanatal Yoga for Pregnancy run by Community Midwives (A focus on bonding with your baby. Emphasis on breathing and relaxation. Gentle stretches aided by the buoyancy of water.)
Outdoor Classes
Barry Sidings Countryside Park, CF37 2PE (click here for the flyer)
Monday
10.00am - 12.00pm: 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.)
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
- Hawthorn Swimming Pool - 01443 562246
- Rhondda Sports Centre - 01443 570011
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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