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About the Course

Active IQ Level 3 Award in Adapting Physical Activity for Antenatal and Postnatal Clients


What to Expect from the Course

A specialist Level 3 qualification providing fitness professionals with the knowledge and skills required to safely support antenatal and postnatal clients in physical activity settings.


The qualification explores the physiological, biomechanical and psychological changes associated with pregnancy and the postnatal period and teaches fitness professionals how to adapt physical activity appropriately within their scope of practice.


What Does the Course Cover?

Benefits, barriers and concerns related to physical activity during pregnancy and postnatally


  • Physiological and biomechanical changes throughout pregnancy and postpartum

  • Key safety considerations, contraindications and warning signs

  • The role of healthcare professionals

  • Appropriate referral and signposting

  • Nutritional considerations

  • Designing individualised physical activity for antenatal and postnatal clients


Entry requirements

You must hold one of the following, or equivalent: 


  • Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing

  • Level 2 Certificate in Group Training

  • Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training

  • Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork

  • Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga


Time & Dates 

In person classes on selected dates -10am - 4pm


  • 16th - 17th October 2026 (Fri & Sat)

  • 2027 dates coming soon!


Course Fees

£199


Blended Learning - some at home and some in the classroom


Embark on a journey that will not only enrich your career but also make a positive impact on the lives of expectant and new mothers. Enrol in our Active IQ Level 3 Award in Adapting Physical Activity for Antenatal and Postnatal Clients today and become a trusted, knowledgeable resource in the world of prenatal and postnatal fitness.



Active IQ Level 3 Award Adapting Physical Activity for Antenatal and Postnatal
£199.00
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Your Instructor

Heather

Heather

Heather West - Tutor

Heather has been in the fitness industry for nearly 20 years, working most recently within Active Newcastle, the local Government initiative to get us all moving and healthy. Heather is an experienced Personal Trainer and brings those skills to her teaching role at PilatEASE. Heather has a particular passion around pre/post natal fitness and heads up our curriculum and training in that area, she is working on writing Pre/post natal Pilates (mat) & Reformer Pilates for pregnancy and beyond.

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