PRENATAL PILATES
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SALTVAULT of Encinitas does not run a dedicated prenatal Pilates program, and instructors are not certified prenatal specialists. What we do offer is ZEST, our non-heated mat Pilates class, which some pregnant guests choose specifically because it removes infrared heat from the room. Every guest considering class during pregnancy should speak with her doctor first and check in with our instructors before attending.
SPICE and SAVOR, our two heated formats, run between 95–105° and are not classes we recommend during pregnancy. ZEST removes heat entirely and focuses on mat work, spinal mobility, and foundational Pilates principles.
Infrared
Infrared heat is a defining feature of SPICE and SAVOR, warming the body from the inside out to support circulation and muscle engagement. This same heat is a primary reason those two formats are not appropriate during pregnancy, regardless of trimester.
ZEST does not use infrared heat or any studio heating. Pregnant guests who have been cleared by their doctor to attend typically choose this format to avoid elevated body temperature during exercise.
Hot Pilates
Our hot Pilates formats, SPICE and SAVOR, are built around infrared heat and higher-intensity intervals. These classes are designed for the general population and are not modified or recommended for pregnant guests at any stage.
Guests who are pregnant and want to continue a Pilates practice at SALTVAULT are directed toward ZEST instead. Even in the unheated format, instructors are not certified in prenatal modifications, so ongoing communication between the guest, her doctor, and the instructor stays essential.
Musically-driven
Like all SALTVAULT classes, ZEST is musically supported, with a curated playlist helping guests stay focused. Unlike our heated formats, ZEST uses music to support a calmer, controlled pace rather than driving intensity.
This slower, steadier rhythm allows guests to move at a manageable pace, with room to modify or rest as needed throughout class.
ABOUT OUR PRENATAL PILATES Training
Serving the Greater San Diego County Including Encinitas, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Cardiff & Beyond
SALTVAULT of Encinitas wants every guest to make an informed decision about class during pregnancy. We do not offer a certified prenatal program, and instructors lack specialized prenatal training. ZEST is simply our non-heated class, chosen most often by guests whose doctors have cleared them to continue Pilates.
Before attending, we ask pregnant guests to confirm with their doctor whether mat Pilates is appropriate for their individual pregnancy, and to tell our staff which trimester they are in. Every pregnancy is different, and modifications that work for one guest may not work for another.
The Process
Guests attending ZEST while pregnant should arrive early to speak with the instructor before class, sharing any restrictions or guidance from their doctor. From there, class follows the same structure as any ZEST session: a gentle warm-up followed by mat-based sequences focused on posture, core awareness, and controlled movement.
Instructors can offer general modifications on request, such as avoiding certain positions. Still, guests should come prepared with specific guidance from their own provider, as our team is not trained to prescribe prenatal modifications independently.
Improve Relaxation & Circulation
Many guests find controlled, unheated movement supports relaxation and eases physical tension. Because ZEST is not heated, it allows guests to focus on breath and steady pacing without added thermal stress on the body.
Any wellness benefits experienced will vary by individual, and class should be treated as a supplement, not a substitute, for guidance from a physician throughout pregnancy.
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"Pilates followed by an iced coffee and a beach walk, this is literally HEAVEN. SALTVAULT is the BEST hot Pilates studio, period."
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5 CLASSES / MONTH
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Group Classes
Heated / Unheated Classes
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