Pre and Postnatal Certification in Australia

In Australia, the demand for qualified pre and postnatal fitness professionals is on the rise as more expectant and new mothers seek safe, effective ways to stay active.

Earning a pre and postnatal certification equips fitness trainers with the specialized skills to support women through pregnancy and postpartum recovery, tapping into a rewarding and growing niche.

I Love What I Do

I started out in the fitness industry as a personal trainer, health coach, yoga instructor and Pilates instructor fore the general population. Then I discovered my passion in helping pregnant mamas to stay fit and healthy.

In 2015 I started PregActive and over the past ten years we have become the leading provider in prenatal fitness in Australia and worldwide. Now you can join me and our graduated instructors in this rewarding field.

Our PregActive prenatal and postnatal exercise instructor certification is the leading education course online. Registered as a provider by AusActive and numerous accredited organisations such as NASM, ACE, AFAA, NSCA, Physical Activity Australia and more.

How Can I Become a Prenatal Fitness Trainer?

To start, you will need a foundational fitness qualification, such as a Certificate III or IV in Fitness, recognized by bodies like AUSactive, Australia’s peak exercise and active health organization.

These credentials ensure you understand general exercise principles before diving into the complexities of pregnancy fitness. From there, specialized pre and postnatal courses build on this base, focusing on the unique needs of pregnant and postpartum clients.

PregActive Curriculum

PregActive delivers an online certification with over 200 lessons on prenatal and postnatal fitness, recognized by AUSactive and NASM.

The curriculum in our course is evidence-based and practical. You will learn about physiological changes, like hormonal shifts and pelvic floor stress across trimesters and postpartum.

Topics include safe exercises for pregnancy, contraindications (e.g., avoiding supine positions after the first trimester), and recovery techniques for conditions like diastasis recti.

Practical components, such as designing trimester-specific workouts or modifying group classes, ensure you can apply your knowledge confidently.

Passionate about helping women stay healthy and active during their pregnancy?

Our PregActive prenatal fitness instructor course is designed to equip you with all the necessary knowledge and skills to become a certified personal trainer in guiding expecting mothers through safe and effective exercises.

In this comprehensive course, you will learn about the physiological changes during pregnancy, the importance of exercise for both mom and baby, and the dos and don'ts of prenatal fitness.

Why pursue this certification?

Beyond career growth, it’s about empowering women. Exercise during pregnancy can reduce gestational diabetes risk, ease back pain, and boost mental well-being, per ACOG guidelines. Postpartum, it aids recovery and energy levels.

Qualified Instructors

Yet, many trainers lack the expertise to guide this population safely, making certified professionals highly sought after. In Australia, where nearly 300,000 babies are born annually, the market is ripe for specialists who can offer one-on-one training, group classes, or online programs.

To succeed, stay updated via workshops or webinars, network with midwives or obstetricians for referrals, and market your niche through social media or local mum groups.

Liability insurance is a must, given the higher-risk clientele.

Whether you’re a seasoned trainer or new to fitness, a pre and postnatal certification in Australia opens doors to a fulfilling role supporting mothers to thrive through movement, from pregnancy to parenthood.

Here's What You Get

1. Online course at-home
2. 12 course modules
3. 200+ lessons
4. Guided, progressive course
5. 60+ training videos
6. Over 100 prenatal topics covered
7. Postpartum health topics
8. Pregnancy workout library
9. Postpartum exercises
10. CEU points
11. NASM, AFAA, ACE, AFAA, PAA, ISSA, AusActive
12. And So Much More!

We Need More Qualified Instructors

I've created this course to help get more qualified trainers into the fitness industry. I'm so excited to give you life-time access to my online course.

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