Active IQ Level 3 Award in Adapting Physical Activity for Antenatal and Postnatal Clients
About 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.
Who it's for
Qualified fitness instructors / coaches
Personal trainers
Pilates instructors
Yoga teachers
Exercise professionals wanting to specialise in antenatal and postnatal fitness
Professionals wanting to safely support this client group within existing classes
What's included
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
Qualification / accreditation
Active IQ Level 3 Award in Adapting Physical Activity for Antenatal and Postnatal Clients - nationally regulated Level 3 qualification.
Duration and format
Blended learning
Independent / online learning
Two days face-to-face teaching
Tutor support
Location
PilatEASE Denton, 1st Floor, 678 West Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 2UR.
Dates
Current remaining 2026 intake: 16-17 October 2026, 10am-4pm. 2027 dates coming soon.
Pricing and payment options
Course fee: £199
Pay in full
2 payments of £99.50
Entry requirements
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
Or recognised equivalent
