Pregnancy Pilates in Rustington
Private prenatal Pilates, adapted to your stage of pregnancy, with an instructor who has specialist pre and postnatal training.
Pregnancy and prenatal
In short. Prenatal Pilates at Sépilates is a private 50-minute session with Sepideh in Rustington, adapted to your stage of pregnancy, your circumstances and any guidance from your midwife or GP. It is booked as a Private 1:1 at £55, with no extra charge for pregnancy. Please email Sepideh before you book.
- 50 minPrivate, by appointment
- £55Booked as a Private 1:1, no extra charge
- SpecialistPre and postnatal training, Mat and Reformer
- Email firstSo your session can be adapted
Does this sound like you?
What are you hoping for from pregnancy Pilates?
Most people come with one of these on their mind. Here is how a private session helps with each.
"I want to stay active safely while I am pregnant."
The NHS says exercise is safe for you and your baby in pregnancy. Every session is private and adapted to your stage, your circumstances and any guidance from your midwife or GP.
"I want gentle strength for my back, hips and core."
Pilates strengthens the deep muscles around your spine, hips and core with slow, controlled, low impact movement. On the Reformer the springs can support a movement, so you are never forced.
"I am worried about doing the wrong thing."
That is why you email Sepideh first. Tell her you are pregnant and how you are feeling, and she will adapt your session. You may be asked for clearance from your healthcare professional.
"I want to feel prepared for birth and recovery."
The NHS lists preparing your body for giving birth and helping your recovery afterwards among the benefits of exercise in pregnancy.
"I have never done Pilates."
You need no experience. You learn the basics properly, one to one, with no one watching.
"I would love an hour that is just for me."
Fifty minutes that are entirely yours, in a calm, private studio, with focused breathing and no one to keep up with.
Safety first
Is Pilates safe during pregnancy?
The NHS says exercise is safe for you and your baby in pregnancy.
- It is usually fine to keep doing activities you already do
- Start any new exercise gently
- Tell your instructor you are pregnant
- Speak to your midwife first if you have a health condition or a complication
At Sépilates every session is private and adapted to your stage, your circumstances and any medical guidance. Please tell Sepideh if you are pregnant, think you may be, or have recently given birth. You may be asked for clearance from your healthcare professional. Source: NHS, exercise in pregnancy.
The benefits
Why exercise in pregnancy?
The NHS lists several reasons to keep active while you are pregnant.
- Keeping fit
- Preparing your body for giving birth and helping your recovery afterwards
- Reducing the risk of some pregnancy-related conditions, like gestational diabetes and pre-eclampsia
- Improving your sleep, mood and mental health
Pilates is slow and controlled, so nothing is rushed or jarring, and it is low impact.
How much
How much exercise should I do when pregnant?
The NHS recommends 150 minutes of moderate activity a week, including muscle strengthening. It is the same advice given to all adults.
- Moderate means you can talk but not sing
- You do not have to do it all at once
- New to exercise? Start with 10 minutes a day and build up
- If you cannot reach 150 minutes, do what you can. Any activity is better than none
A weekly private session is one simple way to build controlled strengthening work into your week.
In the studio
What is a prenatal Pilates session like?
A private 50-minute session, planned around where you are in your pregnancy and how you feel that day.
- You work on the Reformer, the Cadillac or the Mat
- On the Reformer the springs can add resistance, or support a movement
- Taught one to one by an instructor with specialist pre and postnatal training
- Nothing is rushed or jarring
In later pregnancy the NHS advises avoiding lying flat on your back for more than a few minutes, which is one reason a session planned for your stage matters. Pregnancy Pilates is not a medical treatment.
Staying safe
How to exercise safely in pregnancy
The NHS gives these simple rules for exercising safely in pregnancy.
- Tell your instructor you are pregnant.
- Drink water to stay hydrated.
- Try to keep cool and wear the right clothing.
- Stop if you feel uncomfortable, too hot or unwell.
- Avoid activities where there is a risk of falling or bumping your tummy.
- Do not exercise on an empty stomach, as this could make you faint.
Booking
How do I book prenatal Pilates in Rustington?
Pre and postnatal sessions are booked as a Private 1:1 at £55, with no extra charge.
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Email Sepideh
Write to [email protected] before you book or attend your first session, so your needs can be discussed and your session properly adapted.
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Book a Private 1:1
Choose Private 1:1 in the timetable and pick a time that suits you. Sessions run Monday to Friday by appointment.
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Your arrival details
Full arrival details are sent when your booking is confirmed. Free off-road parking is available on the driveway.
Your teacher
Who will teach me?
Sepideh has over 10 years of experience teaching classical and contemporary Pilates.
- Certified in Mat, Reformer, Cadillac and Chair Pilates, Levels 1 to 3
- Specialist training in pre and postnatal Pilates, on the Mat and Reformer
- Fully insured
- Teaches in English, Turkish and Persian
Where
Pregnancy Pilates in Rustington and the towns around it
Sépilates is a private studio in a residential home in Rustington, West Sussex, and a short drive from Littlehampton, East Preston, Angmering, Ferring, Arundel and Worthing.
- Sessions Monday to Friday, by appointment
- Free off-road parking on the driveway
- Full arrival details sent when you book
- RustingtonThe studio is hereYou are in town
- Littlehampton1.7 miles5 min
- East Preston1.7 miles5 min
- Angmering2.2 miles5 min
- Ferring4.2 miles9 min
- Arundel5.1 miles11 min
- Worthing7.8 miles15 min
Approximate drive from the centre of each town to Rustington village, without traffic, from OpenStreetMap routing. Angmering station is signed for Rustington and East Preston. Free off-road parking is on the driveway, and your full arrival details are sent when you book.
Sources. NHS: Exercise in pregnancy. Checked against NHS guidance on 8 November 2026. This page is general information and does not replace advice from your midwife, GP or physiotherapist.
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Questions
Pregnancy Pilates: your questions
Can I start Pilates when I am pregnant if I have never done it before?
You do not need any experience, because every session is adapted to your body. The NHS advises starting any new exercise gently. Email Sepideh before you book so your session can be adapted to your stage of pregnancy.
Do I need my midwife or GP to say it is OK?
You may be asked for clearance from your healthcare professional before continuing. If you have a health condition or any complication in your pregnancy, speak to your midwife or GP about what is safe for you before you book.
How much does pregnancy Pilates cost in Rustington?
Pre and postnatal sessions are booked as a Private 1:1 at £55 for 50 minutes, with no extra charge for pregnancy.
Is Reformer Pilates safe in pregnancy?
The NHS says exercise is safe for you and your baby in pregnancy. At Sépilates the session is private and adapted to your stage of pregnancy, your circumstances and any medical guidance, and Sepideh has specialist pre and postnatal training on the Mat and the Reformer.
What should I tell Sepideh?
Please say if you are pregnant, think you may be, or have recently given birth, and tell her about any injuries, pain, medical conditions, recent surgery, medication or medical advice that could affect your exercise. Let her know if anything changes.
Can I carry on after my baby is born?
Yes. After birth, please wait until you have been cleared at your postnatal check, then see postnatal Pilates for a gentle, guided return to movement.
How long can I keep going through my pregnancy?
That depends on your pregnancy and the advice of your midwife or GP, and Sepideh adapts your session to your stage. Tell her if anything changes, and stop if you feel uncomfortable, too hot or unwell.
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