Prenatal Yoga

Q: Where are Prenatal Yoga classes held?

Our pregnancy yoga classes are held at Realignment Studio , 641 Pennsylvania Ave SE, lower level. The studio is within one block of the Eastern Market metro stop and convenient to many bus routes along Pennsylvania Ave SE and 8th Street SE. Read more about locations.

In this all-levels yoga class, moms will cultivate the flexibility, concentration and strength needed during the transformative time of pregnancy and childbirth. Enjoy the community of other expecting mothers while we practice modified yoga postures, breath work, vocal toning, meditation, and relaxation. No previous yoga experience necessary.

Weekly Prenatal Yoga Classes

Register for a 4- to 6-week Series - $18 per class

Classes are offered in a progressive series that builds on the previous classes. One class may be carried over into the following series or baby yoga.

Pay by the Class - $24 per class

Simply drop in as your schedule allows. Advanced reservation required – as far as 30 days and as little as 30 min in advance. No payments are taken on site.

* All prenatal classes subject to DC fitness services tax of 6%. Please note that participants of in-person classes must show proof of COVID vaccination and masks are required for participants 2 yrs and older according to DC regulations.

Parents of children’s and family class enrollees are welcome to take prenatal yoga as a makeup class – and vice versa – using the makeup scheduler. Log in to your registration account to reserve.

Upcoming Classes

About Concurrent Studio-Zoom Classes

Students are welcome to join us in the studio (Sun or Thu) or over Zoom (Tue or Thu). Our Thursday night class is livestreamed over Zoom from the studio, but we don't share the recorded because students would be in the video. Students may use the makeup scheduler in the registration system to schedule alternate classes or access our makeup video library.

About COVID-19 Precautions

Breathing Space requires proof of vaccination for all in-person classes for participants ages 12+ and masks indoors for all participants ages 2+. See our full public health precautions policy.

What happens in prenatal yoga?

Yoga practice during pregnancy is designed to help moms build strength and fitness while accessing the inner resources to face the challenges of labor with confidence and calm. A typical prenatal yoga class might involve:

Breathing

Prenatal yoga breathing techniques may help you reduce or manage shortness of breath during pregnancy and work through contractions during labor.

Strength and Fitness Work

Moms in prenatal yoga are working to maintain fitness for a comfortable pregnancy as well as train for the endurance event that is labor and birth. Holding your bodyweight in postures while working against gravity is a great way to build strength. We'll also do pregnancy appropriate vinyasa, moving with breath, to build fitness.

Stretching

You'll be encouraged to gently move different areas of your body through their full range of motion while standing, sitting or lying on the ground.

Mindfulness & Mental Focus

Through mindful movement, concentration exercises, and guided visualizations, mammas prepare for birth and parenthood. You might be encouraged to listen to your own breathing, pay close attention to sensations, thoughts and emotions, or repeat a mantra or word to bring about a state of self-awareness and inner calm.

Relaxation & Rest

Every prenatal yoga class sets aside time for conscious relaxation in restorative postures. You'll relax your muscles and restore your resting heart rate and breathing rhythm.

Prenatal yoga was a weekly treat for me during my pregnancy. After class I always felt stronger and more centered – better prepared for childbirth and parenthood. Before the prenatal course, I didn't have much interest in yoga, but Jen's course made me a believer. I look forward to continuing my yoga practice in the future."

- Jen R, student

"I want to thank Breathing Space for the amazing prenatal yoga class on Thursday nights. It was very therapeutic and provided a lot of support during my pregnancy. "

- Kristen R, student

Prenatal Yoga Frequently Asked Questions

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Where are Prenatal Yoga classes held?

Our pregnancy yoga classes are held at Realignment Studio, 641 Pennsylvania Ave SE, lower level. The studio is within one block of the Eastern Market metro stop and convenient to many bus routes along Pennsylvania Ave SE and 8th Street SE. Read more about locations.

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