Date posted 01 Sep 2026
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We are very excited to be establishing this NEW Buggyacise Class at St Ives Leisure Centre. Due to start on Wednesday 30th September. 

Over the last 18months we have been working to develop the skills and qualifications of our staff, and now have staff who can deliver post-natal classes to encourage new mothers to improve health and wellbeing post pregnancy. What is great is this can be now done with your baby.

It is important for post natal people to look to continue exercise and physical activitiy, if they did so pre pregnancy, or if they are looking to begin a new chapter of getting fitter after child birth. It is key to supporting mental health post pregnancy.

Chief Medical Officer guidelines, suggest women should look to engage in upto 150 mins a week of physical activity. It is really important for women to make time for themselves to support the reduction of worries and depression.

Returning back to normal pre-pregnancy weight is aided when uptaking physical activity. It supports women develop pelvic floor muscle strength. Improving mood, aiding sleep, all help women to recover well from child birth. The link below to the government infographic guidelines. 

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/physical-activity-guidelines-pregnancy-and-after-childbirth/physical-activity-for-women-after-childbirth-birth-to-12-months-text-of-the-infographic

Our Buggyacise Class is a fun, fitness class designed for parents and carers with babies or toddlers in buggies. Combining walking, strength exercises, and functional fitness movements, the session helps improve cardiovascular fitness, build strength, and boost wellbeing, all while spending quality time with your little one. Suitable for all fitness levels, Buggy Fit provides a supportive and social environment where you can exercise at your own pace without the need for childcare.

Key benefits:
Improve fitness and strength
Support postnatal wellbeing
Meet other local parents and carers
Exercise with your child by your side
Suitable for all fitness levels

To book, use the link below:

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