Pilates is a workout that takes place on the ground, usually on a mat. Its main aim is to build strengthen the body, with special focus on building core strength.
This workout is popular among new moms as it has successfully help rebuild core strength, especially in women who have just given birth.
If you’re a new mum, here are some Pilates Classes in Singapore that you can join:
Breathe Pilates
With four different outlets all over the island, Breathe offers Pilates Classes in Singapore that are mummy-friendly.
They have a dedicated Post-Natal program that you can do at home via a series of videos. The program can be started after you’ve rested for 2 weeks after giving birth, and last for 7 weeks after that.
Additionally, they also offer beginner classes, rehab classes for post injury recovery, fat targeting Pilates, Stretch Classes and many more.
Their classes are offered on both weekdays and weekends, from as early as 8:30 a.m.
You’ll be able to attend classes at any outlet as long as you stick to the program you’ve booked and paid for.
Address: For locations of all branches, refer here
Contact no: +65 65710665 (phone) / +65 98355683 (WhatsApp)
Website: breathepilates.com.sg
Facebook: Breathe Pilates
Opening hours: Daily, 8:00 a.m. to 8:30p.m. (Check schedule for classes)
Focus Movement
At Focus Movement, they offer integrated Pilates for a variety of levels and purposes. One of these is a Pre-Natal course for pregnant mothers.
This course offers a gentle workout that’s safe for expectant mums, and will be done on a reformer machine.
The reformer machine provides adequate support and enhances the effects of the Pilates based movements.
They offer a trial of 2 classes for the very affordable price of $28, after which you can decide whether the workout suits your needs and sign up for a full course.
Address: 22 Malacca St, #08-00 RB Capital Building, Singapore 048980
Contact no: +65 6235 3938
Website: focusmovement.sg
Facebook: Focus
Opening hours: 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 pm (Check schedule of classes)
Sky Pilates
Sky Pilates offers many specialised Pilates programs such as Gyrotonic, TRX Suspension Training, Corealign, Rofling, Kinstratch and many more.
Each of them cater to different needs and have a different focus. Consultation is available so that you can pick the program best suited to you.
They also offer private classes for prenatal and postnatal mums, which are available by appointment.
These classes are especially tailored to strengthen core and pelvic muscles for a seamless birthing process and to encourage recovery and rehabilitation after birth.
Address: 583 Orchard Road #09-01 Forum Office Tower, Singapore 238884
Contact no: +65 6100 7597
Website: skypilates.com
Facebook: Sky Pilates Singapore
Opening hours: 9:00 a.m. to 8:30 pm (Check schedule of classes)
The Pilates Works
The Pilates Works currently has three branches in Singapore, and offers several packages for practitioners.
One of these is a promotional three day class for prenatal and postnatal mothers called the 3 Day Pre and Postnatal Pilates Specialist
The classes will teach you the basics in mat theory and practical, the use of equipment and The Center method for Diastasis Recti recovery.
Additionally, they offer many classes that incorporate the use of Pilates equipment, such as the Wunda Chair, Pilates reformer, Pilates arcs, roller foams and magic circles.
One packages that incorporates all this is called the Allegro classes.
Address, contact number and opening hours: Four branches, refer here for details
Website: pilates.com.sg
Facebook: The Pilates Works / The Pilates Works Jurong
Pilates Classes in Singapore Are Beneficial for Mums
Pilates is a relatively low impact workout that’s great for anyone, but especially mothers.
You can also adopt this workout when you’re past your pre and postnatal stage. It is incredibly affective in preventing pain, and building core strength which will help you throughout your life.