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Great Yoga Coverage
on NBC 17!
Read the story "Yoga Helps Pregnant Women Prepare for Delivery"
which features quotes from a Healthy Moms student!

 

Pre-/Postnatal Yoga

Mom will practice focused breathing, gentle stretching, and relaxation to help her meet the physical and mental challenges ahead.

Wake County Dates & Times
* Childcare available ** RightTime Kids facility nearby.
Days,locations and times subject to change based on availability!

Summer Session Week of June 2 thru week of Aug. 25, 2008:

Monday Mornings
Mom & Baby Yoga

Classes must have a minimum of 8 participants If you are interested in this class please contact us. Kildaire Farms Racquet & Swim Club** (directions)
162 Pebble Creek Drive
Cary, NC 27511

Tuesday Evenings
Prenatal Yoga
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6:30 - 7:30 pm Kildaire Farms Racquet & Swim Club** (directions)
162 Pebble Creek Drive
Cary, NC 27511

Wednesday Evenings
Prenatal Yoga
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5:45 - 6:45 pm

YogAsana South
(map)
(directions)
215 Bickett Blvd
Raleigh, NC

Thursday Mornings
Mom & Baby Yoga
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10:45 - 11:30 am Peak Fitness*
(directions)
509 W. North St.
Raleigh, NC

Thursday Evenings
Prenatal Yoga
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6:00 - 7:00 pm Tone Up Raleigh**
(directions)

10930 Raven Ridge Road
Suite 103
Raleigh, NC

FAQS:

Will I be able to do yoga during pregnancy, even if I've never done yoga before?
Yes, the Healthy Moms® Yoga class assumes no prior knowledge of yoga. Each pose is fully explained, along with any modifications that may be necessary as you progress through your pregnancy.

What are some of the benefits of yoga for pregnant women?
The practice of yoga during pregnancy can boost your energy and refresh you when you feel fatigued, and it will also calm you if you are over-active, helping you sleep more soundly. Many of the poses will counteract discomforts such as backaches and stiff shoulders. Learning to relax and release tension will also contribute to an easier labor and delivery.

Describe the format of a typical Healthy Moms® yoga class.
Each class begins with a short relaxation, followed by full body warm-ups. The main body of the class incorporates standing yoga postures such as Triangle and Tree, along with various seated positions. The class closes with a guided relaxation. Simple breathing techniques are also practiced in each class.

I'm naturally stiff and have never done much stretching before. I'm afraid I won't be able to do poses that tie me up like a pretzel.
Healthy Moms® Yoga classes are gentle classes geared towards pregnant women. Anyone can learn and benefit from yoga, no matter what their natural physical ability is or how much they exercised before they became pregnant.

Does the Healthy Moms® Yoga class incorporate any religious practices or philosophies?
No, the class focus is on stretching, breathing and relaxation techniques.

How qualified are the Healthy Moms® yoga instructors? What style of yoga do they teach?
The two Healthy Moms®yoga instructors have been practicing yoga for six and eleven years. Besides completing the Healthy Moms® Perinatal Fitness Instructor training, the instructors are also undergoing certification at the 500 hour level with the Esther Myers Yoga Teacher Training program. Esther Myers' 10 years as a student of Vanda Scaravelli inspired her to find her own unique, organic approach to yoga. Besides producing two videos, she is coauthor of a practice manual for beginners and author of Yoga & You.

How should I dress for class?
Comfortably!

What should I bring to class?
Please bring with you a water bottle, mat, pillow, and blanket.

Should I eat before class?
We ask that you eat a light meal, or snack, about an hour, or two, before the start of class.

Can I just show up for class when I'm ready to start?
No. You must first contact Healthy Moms®, either by phone at 919-781-MOMS (6667) or by e-mail (info@healthymomsnc.com) to schedule your orientation and confirm written consent from your OB or midwife.

Do I need written consent from my OB or midwife to participate in your programs?
Yes, for most moms. If you are less than three months postpartum and new to Healthy Moms®, you must obtain written consent from your doctor or midwife. If you need assistance obtaining your consent, please contact the Healthy Moms® office-we're happy to help.


NC School of Healing Arts: Located in Cameron Village in the Bryan Building on the corner where Oberlin Road intersects with Clark Avenue.  From the 440 Beltline, take the Wade Ave. exit heading towards downtown.  Exit off of Wade Ave. onto Oberlin Rd. south.  At Cameron Village, turn left onto Clark Ave.  Immediately, there will be a gas station on the left.  Turn left next to the gas station to enter a below-level parking garage.  If you go past Carolina Cafe and Bakery, you've gone too far on Clark Ave.  Once in the parking garage, you will see Village Eye Care on the right.  Enter the glass double doors at the eye care center, and the Healing Arts entrance will be directly in front of you, Office "A" Suite 233. Here is the link to the school's website map/directions page: http://www.healingartsschool.com/contact.htm 919-821-1444

Impact Athletics- driving directions Ph.: (919) 467-2281 Childcare is available for non-members at the rate of $5.00 per family.

Kildaire Farms Racquetball Club- From SW Cary Pkwy., turn north onto Two Creeks, which is a short distance west of Kildaire Farm Rd. (There's a sign for club at this intersection.) Turn left onto Pebble Creek and follow this road past the tennis courts to the club. Childcare NOT available. Lockerrooms are available.

YWCA Ph: (919) 828-3205 - From the I-440, exit Wade Ave., East (toward Raleigh); continue through five stop lights, and exit Oberlin Rd., immediately after the Jaycee Park driveway; at the top of the exit, turn right onto Oberlin Rd.; the YWCA is the second building on the left--look for the playground.

Peak Fitness - driving directions Ph.: (919) 834-8400 Childcare is available for non-members at the rate of $5.00 per family.

Triangle Pilates- You can find directions on their website or here is their location on Mapquest. Ph.: (919) 468-3600

YogAsana South-
Heading South (toward Downtown) on Glenwood Ave.: At the Five Points Intersection make a wide left onto Fairview Rd. beside the BP gas station. Continue down Fairview about 1/2 mile. Make a left onto Bickett Blvd. right before the Citgo gas station. DO NOT cross over the RR tracks or you will end up on Capitol Blvd. We are in the first bright blue building on your right.
Heading North (away from Downtown) on Glenwood Ave.: At the Five Points Intersection make a sharp right onto Fairview Rd. beside the BP gas station. Continue down Fairview about 1/2 mile. Make a left onto Bickett Blvd. right before the Citgo gas station. DO NOT cross over the RR tracks or you will end up on Capitol Blvd. We are in the first bright blue building on your right.
Heading East (toward Downtown) on Wade Ave.: Take the Glenwood Ave. exit on the right once you have crossed over St. Mary's St. At the top of the ramp make a left onto Glenwood Ave. Continue up Glenwood about a mile. At the Five Points Intersection make a sharp right onto Fairview Rd. beside the BP gas station. Continue down Fairview about 1/2 mile. Make a left onto Bickett Blvd. right before the Citgo gas station. DO NOT cross over the RR tracks or you will end up on Capitol Blvd. We are in the first bright blue building on your right.
Heading South (toward Downtown) on Capitol Blvd.: Take the small Fairview Rd. exit immediatly before the Wade Ave. exit. Take a right at the first stop sign and a left at the next stop sign onto Fairview Rd. Cross over the RR tracks and make your first right onto Bickett Blvd. after the Citgo gas station. We are in the first bright blue building on the right.
Heading North (away from Downtown) on Capitol Blvd.: Take the Fairview Rd. exit on the left. Continue straight up the ramp onto Fairview Rd. Cross over the RR tracks and make your first right onto Bickett Blvd. after the Citgo gas station. We are in the first bright blue building on the right.

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