Prenatal Exercise in Warm-Water Pool

Pre-Natal Exercise Classes in a Warm-Water Pool

Are you pregnant and want to feel good through exercise? Pre-Natal Splash is a therapeutic aquatic exercise class in our pool for pregnant women of all abilities - whether or not they know how to swim - at any stage of pregnancy.  It's offered at two Twin Cities locations: Golden Valley and Stillwater.

This program offers:

• Pre-Natal Aquatic Exercise in the safe and comfortable environment of a warm water pool. 
• Support in a group setting for structured exercise.
• Education in a variety of topics specific to pregnancy, such as posture, body mechanics, and proper exercise.

What are the Benefits of Pre-Natal Water Exercise?

Many women enjoy physical activity for recreation and want to keep fit throughout their pregnancy.

• Maintain cardiovascular endurance
• Pain reduction
• Lessen your fatigue
• Decreased edema and swelling
• Improved circulation
• Improved posture and balance
• Relaxation
• Opportunities for socialization and support

What are the PreNatal Classes in the Pool Like?

• They are ongoing classes
• Warm-up and cool-down
• Stretching and relaxation
• Core strengthening exercises
• Modified aerobic conditioning activities
• Information regarding body mechanics, proper posture, and principles of exercise and relaxation will be discussed
• No swimming skills needed

How Do I Get Started?

Courage Center - Golden Valley
3915 Golden Valley Rd.
Minneapolis, MN 55422
Classes meet Thursdays, 6-7 p.m. 
For further information or questions, please contact: Heidi Johnston at 763.520.0687 or heidi.johnston@couragecenter.org

Courage Center - St. Croix
1460 Curve Crest Blvd.
Stillwater, MN 55082
Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays 5-6 p.m.
For further information or questions, Please contact:  Paula Simpson at 651-351-2326 or paula.simpson@couragecenter.org

Fee: $44 for 6 visits (Golden Valley only) or $88 for 12 visits at either Courage Center location.

More about Courage Center Pools

Courage Center offers a variety of therapeutic recreational services in our warm-water, accessible pools.  We emphasize low-impact physical activity that helps increase flexibility, strength, stamina and balance.  Our pools offer many accessible options for all individuals such as wheelchair entry and exit ramps, stairs in place of ladders, aquatic benches, adaptive equipment, and varied flat level pool depths. Our programs are designed to fit your needs and meet your personal goals for better health.