Testimonials
“I signed up for a term with Beth and Jenni early on in my pregnancy and loved it so much I ended up doing a few more terms, attending right up until the week of my due date.
They cultivate such a safe warm space to share, learn and slow down. It was the highlight of my week, intentionally moving my body and connecting to my baby with their stellar guidance.
Not only did I benefit from the support of being around other other mums in the same transitional season of life, we practiced breathing techniques and vocal toning. These tools were a huge part of how I managed labour without pain relief and felt in control and powerful. I will be forever grateful for this gift!”
Hannah Kase
“I did two terms of prenatal yoga with Jen and Beth. I always really looked forward to the classes and the breathing techniques I learned and practiced were an indispensable tool in my labour and birth (and beyond!). I went on to have an unmedicated, physiological birth and utilised breath work throughout contractions and while pushing. After I’d given birth my midwife commented that my breathing was amazing and asked what I thought had helped me get through labour, and my answer was yoga classes!”
Georgie Meikle
“I recently finished the pre-natal yoga term with the lovely ladies from Off-Spring Yoga which I can 100% say was so valuable in my preparation for labour.
I had my beautiful baby girl in December after a long 3 day labour! And let me tell you that the breath work and preparation exercises through yoga that Beth and Jenni provided stuck with me throughout the duration of the pain and discomfort in my labour. There is so much power through controlling your breath.
The classes came with an authentic and warm atmosphere and provided a beautiful space to connect with other mums to be.”
Sarah Smith
“I joined offspring yoga at around 13 weeks pregnant and kept going until 39 weeks! Absolutely loved the yoga classes with Beth and Jen as part of my week to keep my body feeling good leading up to birth. I entered my labour feeling relaxed and prepared which I attribute especially to the breath work we did every week and the discussions on how to use breath and relaxation to assist in managing contractions. The teacher’s own experiences and hearing about their births was also inspiring. I highly recommend pre natal yoga if not only to meet other mamas and enjoy an hour for yourself!”
Rachel Herridge
“I am so glad I came across the post on Canberra Mums for Offspring Yoga. I completed 3 terms over the course of my pregnancy and got to experience the teachings of both Beth and Jenni. Not only did the classes teach me and allow me to practice pregnancy safe yoga and breath work, it also created a lovely community where I felt empowered to share my wins or lows of the week and be supported by fellow pregnant ladies. I continued my practice outside of the studio using their online yoga videos up until 41 weeks gestation and I believe this is what allowed me to remain so active in my labour. I cannot recommend offspring yoga highly enough.”
Emma Hopkins
"Jen provides a beautiful atmosphere for pre-natal yoga classes. She has a warm, authentic and compassionate energy, which translates into a safe and open environment which is important for mum's to be and was one in which I immediately felt comfortable.
Her passion for delivering pre-natal yoga is obvious from the very first correspondence, through to her willingness to respond to questions in classes and beyond.
Jen's classes are well structured, and I love the practical tips and guest presenters. The classes delivered so much more than I expected for a 6-week pre-natal term. That was a real bonus, especially as a first time mum soaking up whatever information and tips I can get!
I really enjoyed Jen's classes and recommend them to anyone who is looking for a more active approach to their pregnancy.
Thank-you Jen!"
Alana Brass
“I have recently finished the 6 week pre-natal yoga classes with Jen of Offspring Yoga. The next 6 classes can’t come soon enough!
The class was the perfect balance and flow of relaxation, mindfulness and activation of muscles and strength. As a “yoga-novice” I was a little apprehensive that I may struggle to either hold or feel comfortable in some of the poses – not so at all. Between the perfect consideration of props to assist with balance as needed and also very clear research on Jen’s behalf as to what poses would best suit a class of pregnant woman at various stages of pregnancy, it was immediately evident that each week I was going to learn from the class and be able to take away and practice those learnings in my own home – be that strength and toning poses or mindfulness and breathing – all things which are of course essential to a pregnant, and then labouring woman.
From the first class it was evident that Jen knew what she was doing, she took the time to explain the poses, to assist us individually as needed and her belief in our abilities was also evident and gave me complete confidence that we were in very capable and knowledgeable hands.
The mindfulness relaxation at the start and end of each class was also a wonderful way to connect with our bodies and babies and to celebrate the body’s ability to carry life and also sustain strength – both physically and mentally during pregnancy and beyond. The classes were empowering.
As I said, can’t wait for the next 6 – and then to convince Jen to start mums and bubs classes also!”
Melinda Gonczarek
"I was really struggling with my third trimester of pregnancy. Low mood, low energy and I was just not enjoying my time. After my first session of pre-natal yoga with Jenni I instantly felt better. My body felt lighter, my brain felt lighter and I started to be excited about my pregnancy again.
I highly recommend pre-natal yoga to any expectant mother. Jenni is a wonderful teacher. She is warm, calming and highly skilled in her work."
Rochelle Griffith
“I just wanted to say thank you for your wonderful pre-natal yoga classes!
I had my baby (a baby girl) on 16/8 and so much of what you taught and got us to practise was useful/in my mind during my labour (I got to have a natural birth - a water birth).
I look forward to starting up post-natal yoga in the not-too-distant future.
Thank you again!”Esther Packard Hill
“I have done both the pre and postnatal courses and they are brilliant! The instructors are so supportive and knowledgeable and I really feel the classes have made a huge difference to my pregnancy and now motherhood journey both physically and mentally.”
Alyson Pazios
“The pre-natal yoga classes I took at Offspring Yoga were invaluable for preparing my body and my mind for labour. I truely believe that the sessions and Jenni’s support contributed to my very positive labour experience ❤️ Thanks team.”
Breanna Maarbani