in general, the saying among prenatal yoga teachers goes "never too early — never too late." sometimes it is recommended not to practice during the first trimester (12 weeks) and some women do indeed not feel well enough to do so. in these cases, it will be best to give the pregnancy some time to settle in. however, the rule of thumb is to listen to your own body and honor its needs and limitations. if you feel fine, regardless of how far along you are in your pregnancy, you can practice.

is prior yoga experience a prerequisite for attending your prenatal classes?
no, no prior yoga experience is needed. in fact, quite a few women attending our prenatal classes are new to yoga. pregnancy is a wonderful time to begin your yoga journey since your focus is naturally turned more inwards and many women are more in tune with their body during this time.

do I need to bring a doctor's or midwife's note?
while we highly recommend that you consult with your physician or midwife prior to attending our classes, a written note from them is not required. however, please know that we require signing a liability waiver prior to joining a class at tranquil space for the first time.

what should i wear and bring?
please wear comfortable clothing (not too baggy), bring a mat if you have one, a hand towel, a bottle of water and an open heart.

do I have to pre-register? how long is a session?
as all classes at Tranquil Space, our prenatal classes are on-going and do not require pre-registration.

are non-pregnant yogis allowed to attend prenatal classes as well?
yes, anybody with an interest in prenatal yoga is welcome to attend our classes.

i have substantial yoga experience. can i continue to attend normal classes or should i switch to prenatal classes — and when?
as long as you feel comfortable attending regular classes and are able to follow them, you can continue your normal practice. modification of certain poses will be necessary. feel free to contact us at prenatalprogram@tranquilspace.com if you have any questions about this.

still, at some point, you may want to consider joining a prenatal class because of the tailored preparation for labor and childbirth that it offers. also, you will certainly enjoy and benefit from the community and support of other pregnant yogis.