education & training
Functional Fitness for Pregnancy and Post Partum
The complete pre and post natal training package for fitness professionals working with women
throughout their pregnancies, return to exercise and motherhood journeys.
Become a Leading Fitness Specialist in Exercise for Pregnancy and Post Partum!
Perfect for the Trainer or Coach specialising in functional fitness, strength and conditioning, hybrid, CrossFit, small group and one on one training styles!
This course will educate you to enable your clients to feel safe, supported and empowered to continue training in a way that they enjoy training and you love coaching, that is suitable and specific for pregnancy and the post natal periods.
Walk away with the tools and knowledge you need to safely and effectively screen, program, modify, support, and enable your clients during pregnancy and motherhood to optimise both their mental and physical wellbeing.
Together we can educate & empower women EVERYWHERE to have a healthy, active pregnancy and beyond!
This course is certified through Fitness Australia and can earn you 9 CEC’s (virtual training) or 11 CEC’s (face to face training) if you are a registered exercise professional with Fitness Australia!
As a mother of two (with my third on the way!) I have trained HUNDREDS of women through both my online and face to face programs through their single, twin and even QUAD pregnancies, post partum journeys and into grandparenthood!
I know that no ONE journey is the same. I pride myself on being an expert in exercise for pregnancy and motherhood - no matter how far into the ‘hood a woman is.
WHEN IT COMES TO TRAINING WOMEN THROUGH THEIR PREGNANCY OR MOTHERHOOD…
It is NOT a case of go hard or go home for pregnant and post natal women.
There is no such thing as a PRE BABY BODY. But that’s not to say a Mum can't or won't regain her strength and fitness - safely.
ALL Mums matter.
The post partum period is FOREVER.
YOU are in a unique position to educate and empower your client!
Complete the Course - ANYWHERE!
Face to Face and Virtual Training options available!
Functional Fitness for Pregnancy and Post Partum can be completed in person via the Face to Face Training or online, ANYWHERE in the world via the live Virtual Training!
THE FIRST VIRTUAL COURSE FOR 2021 IS:
6th & 7th MARCH 7.30am - 3.00pm AWST
ENROLMENT INTO THE FUNCTIONAL FITNESS FOR PREGNANCY AND POST PARTUM COURSE INCLUDES:
A comprehensive 2 day workshop
A 110 page student manual to accompany your learning
Access to the private Facebook group where you can get ongoing support, education and ask questions about clients
2021 Virtual Training
March 6 + 7
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is this course CEC approved?
Yes! Upon successful completion of this course, if you are registered with Fitness Australia you will be awarded:
11 CEC’s for the Face to Face course
9 CEC’s for the Virtual course
How does the virtual course run?
Functional Fitness for Pregnancy and PostPartum - Virtual has the same content as the in-person course with the exception that it's delivered via Zoom.
You must attend every session live, as you would the face to face course. Course start times vary depending on the course dates and scheduled time zones (yes - these can be delivered to anyone, anywhere!) but are listed in AWST. We typically start each day at 7.30 am and finish around 3.00pm with breaks throughout.
For the virtual training you will need:
Computer with access to wifi
Zoom app/browser and logins
You will receive the meeting details from me prior to the training
Are there any course pre-requisites?
This course is fantastic for anyone wanting to expand their knowledge in working with pregnant and post partum women. From personal trainers, CrossFit and strength and conditioning coaches, yoga, pilates and group fitness instructors, to graduate physiotherapists and midwives - all are welcome to join!
In order to attain Fitness Australia CECs you must be a registered Fitness Professional – Group Fitness Instructor or Personal Trainer with Fitness Australia.
What happens once I register for the course?
Upon receiving payment confirmation and your completed enrolment form, you will receive an email that will contain further details on the course, logistics, zoom details (if virtual) and other important information such as how to access the online Facebook FitPro group.
Is this course only for women?
This course is for ANY fitness professional or coach that works with pre or post natal women. It is highly recommended that any trainer, male or female, who works with women that are pregnant or mothers attends this course.
Do I get learning material sent to me?
If you are doing the Face to Face course, you will receive your manual and other material on the first day of the training. If you are doing the Virtual course your manual will be sent out to the postal address listed on your enrolment form.
Is this course theory or practical based?
This course is predominantly theory with practical elements throughout, including two practical assessments.
What happens if I pay but can't make it to the course?
Please refer to full the terms and conditions which can be found in the Course Information Pack
I have learning difficulties, is this course suitable for me?
Please reach out to me to discuss your requirements and how I can aim to tailor the learning experience for you.
Click HERE to read the full Terms and Conditions for any of Balance Fitness and Nutrition’s Courses.
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The Key Questions You Need To Be Asking Your Post Natal Clients, and Why.
Online Short Course!
Personal training female clients that have recently given birth is an incredibly rewarding experience, but it requires a unique set of considerations.
When it comes to screening, programming and training postnatal clients, it isn’t sufficient for them to simply complete standard pre-exercise questionnaires.
As a trainer, you need to unearth vital information in order to be able to adequately assess, and then effectively and safely program for your postnatal client.
This is why I created my short course The Key Questions You Need To Be Asking Your Post Natal Clients, and Why.
A course that is Fitness Australia approved and will get you 1 CEC if you are a registered exercise professional with Fitness Australia!
This short video-based course will help you understand the specific questions that need to be asked, why they need to and what it means for your programming!
A great introduction course to the Functional Fitness for Pregnancy and Post Partum Training.
Do you know they key questions you should be asking your post natal clients (regardless of how old their children are) and what it means for your programming? Let me help you!
THE COURSE INCLUDES:
Defining what the postpartum period is
Adequate screening and evaluation
The questions that need to be asked to postnatal women
Why these questions need to be asked
Ongoing screening and assessment for postnatal clients
How to adapt your screening process
Example questionnaire
What others are saying…
“Thank you Brooke for helping me to begin moving again after the birth of my third baby. I love how strong and capable I feel during your classes and always feel in safe hands knowing I'll not be pushed into any harmful movements. I feel so much more confident in my post natal body and amazed at what it can do.”
Cassie - Return to Exercise Sessions