FAQs
What stage of pregnancy or postnatally
should I start bumps pilates?
Does it matter if I have never done pilates
before?
What should I know for my first class?
How long does the class go for?
How many classes a week should I attend?
How much does it cost, how do I pay and
how do I claim it on my health insurance?
Do I book into a regular class time?
How do I cancel a class?
What happens if something happens during
my pregnancy and I cannot use all my pre paid 10 sessions?
What stage of pregnancy or postnatally should I start
bumps pilates? [Back]
You can start bumps pilates from 12 weeks onwards with
approval from your obstetrician to exercise. Most girls
start between approx.12-20 weeks pregnancy. The earlier
you start the better strengthening will occur with your
changing body shape.
You can start postnatal classes from 6 weeks after a normal
vaginal delivery and from 8 weeks after a C section with
approval from your obstetrician to exercise again.
Does it matter if I have never done pilates before? [Back]
Most girls have never done pilates before or if so very
little and pick it up very quickly. The classes are gentle
& safe and can be modified to your level of strength
& flexibility. Take your time and perform all exercises
slowly & in a controlled way and you will be fine.
What should I know for my first class? [Back]
Please wear loose comfortable exercise gear eg. Track pants,
leggings, sports bra or maternity bra and top. You can wear
socks or barefeet during class.
Please bring a waterbottle and make sure you have had a
light snack before class.
Please complete the medical registration form and have
it ready to give to your instructor and discuss any issues.
How long does the class go for? [Back]
The class goes for a total of 1 hour with a wam up and
cool down stretches.
How many classes a week should I attend? [Back]
It sometimes depends what other exercise you are doing
(eg. Walking, swimming, Aquamums) and also on your level
of fitness, strength & also time available you have
to attend?
It is best to start with 1 class a week and then gradually
add another class when you feel comfortable. You can speak
to your physiotherapist instructor about this.
How much does it cost, how do I pay and how do I claim
it on my health insurance? [Back]
Casual classes are $20 and a 10 session pass is $180.
You will get a receipt after a casual class to hand into
your health fund and a typed itemised receipt AFTER you
have attended all 10 classes from the 10 session pass.
You can pay with cash, cheque (bumps pilates) or via direct
internet transfer (please email Melissa to arrange)
Do I book into a regular class time? [Back]
Yes most girls book into a regular class time and let the
instructor know when away or unable to attend (with >
24 hrs notice) However some girls book in casually to different
class times as they may be shift workers or unable to stick
to a regular class. This will then depend on availability
in classes.
How do I cancel a class? [Back]
Please email or text with dates away or unable to attend
with > 24 hours notice (otherwise cancellation fee may
apply) melissa@bumpspilates.com.au
or 0412 297 057
What happens if something happens during my pregnancy
and I cannot use all my pre paid 10 sessions? [Back]
If you are injured, become sick or deliver early you will
be able to use the remainder of your 10 session pass for
postnatal classes.
If for some reason you cannot at all, with a letter from
your obstetrician you can get a refund of remaining classes.
Please speak to Melissa to arrange.
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