Prenatal Yoga
Meenakshi Yoga & Aerobics
I guide you through safe prenatal yoga, breathwork, and meditation tailored for pregnancy, with options for online or studio sessions and routines that help with back pain, sleep, and labor prep.
Pricing Guide
In-Person Small Group Classes (Monthly)
Logistics
- Frequency: 3 days a week (Total 12 sessions/month).
- Duration: 60 minutes per session.
- Batch Size: Limited to 4-8 mothers to ensure personal attention.
- Venue: Meenakshi Fitness Studio, Sector 28, Noida (Residential setup).
Trimester-Specific Yoga
- Pelvic Drills: Butterfly and Garland poses to prepare for natural birth.
- Spinal Care: Cat-Cow and side bends to alleviate pregnancy back pain.
- Swelling Control: Movements to reduce water retention in ankles and legs.
Labor Prep & Safety
- Breathwork: Lamaze and diaphragmatic breathing for labor pain management.
- Rehearsal: Specific breathing patterns for the pushing phase.
- Monitoring: Constant supervision by a senior instructor for posture safety.
Live Interactive Online Classes (Monthly)
Virtual Classroom
- Platform: Live interactive video (Zoom/WhatsApp) requiring camera on.
- Feedback: Real-time verbal corrections to ensure safe posture.
- Schedule: 12 sessions per month (3x weekly).
Home Adaptations
- Props: Instruction on using household items like cushions and chairs as supports.
- Space: Sequences designed to fit within a standard yoga mat area.
Curriculum
- Breathwork: Heavy emphasis on Pranayama (Bee Breath) for stress relief.
- Mobility: Low-impact stretches suitable for home practice without physical spotting.
1-on-1 Therapeutic Private Session
Customization
- Format: Private single-client session at the studio.
- Routine: Tailored sequence for complaints like sciatica, high BP, or breech positioning.
- Pace: Slowed down allowing for frequent breaks and manual adjustments.
Therapeutic Focus
- Pain Relief: Use of belts and straps to safely release lumbar tension.
- Restorative: Supported poses using bolsters for deep rest and repair.
- Safety: Modifications suited for high-risk conditions (e.g. placenta previa).
Holistic Guidance
- Lifestyle: Advice on diet, sleep hygiene, and daily movement habits.
- Mentoring: One-on-one discussion regarding delivery fears and anxiety.
About Prenatal Yoga
My Take on Prenatal Yoga
Yoga is my happy hour, and I've found it even more grounding during pregnancy. I get how your body shifts and how that can mess with your mood or sleep. What I offer is a space to get comfy with those changes, moving at your own pace.
What You Can Expect
- We keep it simple. No fancy moves, only safe prenatal yoga postures that actually help with stuff like back pain, stiffness, or just feeling heavy.
- We always listen to your body. Doesn't matter if you’ve never stretched before or you think you’re not flexible. If you show up, that’s enough.
How We Move and Breathe
- Gentle asanas like Baddha Konasana for hips and Marjari Asan for your back. They’re modified for pregnancy, so you don’t have to worry about overdoing it.
- Breathwork for labor is a big part - I teach you pranayam like Bhramari and Anulome-Vilome to keep calm and steady, especially when you feel anxious or can't sleep.
- We also spend time on pregnancy meditation techniques to help you connect with the baby, unwind, and boost sleep.
Who Can Join
You can join online or come to my Noida studio. Whether you want a group vibe with other moms-to-be or solo classes, I shape the sessions to what you actually need, not just what’s in a textbook.
I’ll be honest - some days you may feel tired or cranky and that's normal. We work with it, not against it. This practice is about feeling good in your changing body and prepping for childbirth, naturally.
Meet your Expert
Meenakshi Shah
6 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Namaste, I’m Meenakshi. People see my yoga photos and can’t believe I’m 70. I just laugh - this is what yoga does! For me, it’s not just exercise, it’s my own quiet happy hour. On my mat, whether it’s a gentle stretch or a full split, I feel alive. Pranayam, meditation, all of it keeps me peaceful. Doesn’t matter your age or where you start, this journey is for everyone.
My Work
Yoga, Pranayam, Meditation & More - I teach traditional yoga for seniors, pranayam, mindful meditation practice, plus aerobics, Zumba, step aerobics, Pilates, and prenatal yoga classes, online and offline.
Step-by-step Learning - We work on every pose together, focusing on right technique and full awareness, no rush. Strong basics first.
Fitness For Every Age - You’re never too old or too stiff. I’m living proof. Discipline and some love for your body, that’s all you need.
Holistic Fitness Approach - It’s not just asanas - breathwork, energy, and mind all matter. I believe in a complete wellness package.
