Use Yogic Tools and Techniques for a Natural Approach to Pregnancy
For anyone interested in learning Prenatal Yoga
In this self-paced course–educators and expectant mothers alike–will learn the basics of Prenatal Yoga including safety precautions, asana mechanics, and techniques that are designed to support, empower, and nurture expectant mothers. This course is especially designed for yoga teachers, but anyone can benefit from taking it.
Ananda Yoga Teacher Training director, Melody Hansen, E-RYT 500, will instruct and guide you through a Prenatal Ananda Yoga routine designed to improve posture, increase energy, reduce body aches (and other common pregnancy complaints), and achieve deep relaxation.
Cost: $50.00
- 3 hours of pre-recorded material
- PDFs of 4 Ananda Yoga routines
- Lifetime access to course videos and handouts
- Instructor correspondence available for Q&A
- RYTs can obtain 3 CE Hours for Yoga Alliance
Course Material
Learn the Basics of Prenatal Yoga:
- Benefits & cautions
- Prenatal and postnatal anatomy & physiology
- Remedies for common complaints
- Pranayama breathing techniques with a meditative focus
- Positive affirmations for pregnancy, labor, and birth
- 75-minute Prenatal Ananda Yoga routine
- Restorative Yoga postures for pregnancy
- Pelvic floor strengthening exercises
Melody is not only an experienced teacher but also a caring friend and a mom herself. She lead our session with sensitivity, humor, and insight that only someone with those qualities could offer. I came away feeling more connected with my body, more relaxed, and confident in my capabilities. During pregnancy, I often felt like my limitations were emphasized by others. It felt empowering to be in an environment where instead, my body’s differences and capabilities were honored. I feel grateful for the opportunity to interact with my body in a deliberate, meaningful way with Melody’s guidance.
— Kristen, Auburn, CA
What You'll Learn
- Practice a Prenatal Yoga class while observing Melody Hansen working with a Prenatal student
- Practice and explore Level 1 Ananda Yoga postures
- Experiment with asana variations to suit individual needs
- Explore ways to approach postures during different stages of pregnancy, making them more accessible
- Use asana affirmations to focus the mind, uplift consciousness, and connect with your growing baby
- Discuss challenges and solutions that are likely to come up in prenatal yoga classes
Meet the Instructor
Melody Hansen
Melody, E-RYT 500, directs the Ananda Yoga Teacher Training and Restorative Yoga Teacher Training programs in-person and online.
She is a Certified Ananda Yoga Therapist, C-IAYT and a trained Prenatal Yoga Instructor. Melody has been practicing the teachings of yoga since the age of 14, and began teaching at age 17. She loves to help her students experience the depth of Ananda Yoga and Meditation.
Melody Hansen lives at Ananda Village with her husband, Kalidas, and their baby, Japa, who was born at home in January 2014. Melody enjoys balancing her life as a new mother with daily meditation to help her stay even-minded and cheerful during the many duties of motherhood. She is grateful to share this course with you and hopes to develop a Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training Online program in the future.
Introduction to Prenatal Yoga
Self-Paced Course
For anyone interested in learning prenatal yoga with Ananda’s spiritual focus.
Cost: $50.00
