Stressed, exhausted, or excited about an upcoming birth? Prenatal yoga just might be the place for you. Learn simple relaxation techniques, helpful breathing exercise, or simply use a class as a “time out” before the big day. You might even find a new friend while you're trying not to pee yourself during Warrior Pose. Try out one of ten studios we've listed below, or let us know a favorite we may have missed. Namaste.
Barefoot Movement (Downtown Oakland)
All skill levels are welcome to Barefoot Movement, and with prenatal yoga classes offered daily, one is sure to fit into your schedule. Website>
1635 Broadway, Downtown Oakland
Berkeley Yoga Center
Prepare for your birth with a prenatal yoga class at Berkeley Yoga Center – learn postures, relaxation techniques and breathing exercises from an experienced teacher. Offered once a week on Thursdays. Website>
2121 Bonar Street – Studio C, Berkeley, CA 94702
Castro Valley Yoga
Prenatal yoga is offered twice a week – Tuesday and Thursday evenings for 95minutes. Relax in a comfortable environment with other moms. Website>
3160 Castro Valley Blvd., Castro Valley, CA 94546
Fourth Street Yoga (Berkeley)
Join other moms-to-be Saturday morning for a yoga class that focuses on breathing techniques, relaxation and restorative poses. Website>
1809 4th St. Berkeley, CA 94710
Leela Yoga (Alameda)
Spend a Thursday evening at the yoga studio for a prenatal yoga flow. Leela Yoga also offers prenatal partners workshops to help you prepare for birth. Website>
1708 Lincoln Ave. Alameda CA 94501
The Lotus Method (Oakland)
The Lotus Method uses strength training and functional movement patterns to prepare women for the demands of pregnancy, labor and motherhood. Pre/Postnatal Exercise Specialists work exclusively with prenatal and postnatal women and are passionate, knowledgable and there to guide you every step of the way through your motherhood journey. www.thelotusmethodsf.com
4427 Piedmont Ave. Oakland, CA
Namaste (Berkeley, Grand Lake, and Rockridge)
Develop strength and flexibility at a Namaste pre-natal yoga class. Offered weekly at all three locations. Website>
Square One Yoga (El Cerrito)
Women of all stages of pregnancy are invited to stretch their bodies at Square One Yoga on Thursdays. Learn valuable skills to help you with labor and beyond. Website>
9951 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530
Then Comes Baby (Oakland)
Sign up for a complete 6-class prenatal yoga series, also known as mind/body birth prep. Classes run Tuesdays and Thursday evenings. Website>
3657 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94610
Yogalayam (Berkeley)
Drop in Wednesday or Saturday for a yoga class focused just on mamas. Website>
1717 Alcatraz Ave. Berkeley, CA 94703
Yoga Alameda
Bond with other soon-to-be moms at Yoga Alameda. A typical Saturday morning class runs as such – breathing, gentle stretching, postures, cool down and relaxation. Sounds nice. Website>
1502 Park St. Alameda, CA
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