New Programme · Starts Thursday, 1 October

Pregnancy yoga, changed to suit the month you are in

A live, one-hour class for mothers-to-be, four days a week. Come to the studio in Ulubari, Guwahati, or join the same class online from anywhere. Your first class is a trial, at no charge.

  • 12:00 noon & 4:00 PM IST
  • Four days a week
  • First class free
  • Live online, worldwide
  • In-studio, Ulubari
  • Small batches
Small group class in session at Paathway2Yoga, the prenatal yoga studio in Ulubari, Guwahati

Why a dedicated programme

Every month, your body feels different.

Your balance is not what it was. Your back aches more than before. Breathing feels short as the baby grows, and some days you are tired by noon. A normal fitness class is not made for any of this, and lying in bed for nine months is not the answer either.

This class sits in between. It has a plan, it is gentle where it needs to be, and it changes as you do.

How we teach it

One class. Everyone doing what suits her.

What you do depends on which month you are in. Everyone practises together, and nobody practises the same.

First 3 months

Gentle and grounding

Slow and gentle. Many women feel tired or sick in these months. We go easy, and never push.

Months 4 to 6

Your strongest window

Usually your best months. We build strength in your back, hips and legs while you have the energy.

Month 7 onwards

Room to breathe

More room to breathe, opening the hips, and simple breathing you can use during delivery.

What every session holds

Six things, every class.

Safe movement

Only what is safe for the month you are in.

Breathing

Pranayama to keep you calm and help you sleep.

Pelvic floor

Simple exercises that help during and after delivery.

Garbha sanskar

Quiet time to connect with your baby.

Ready for delivery

Positions and breathing you can use on the day.

Rest

One full hour that is only for you.

There are partner sessions too, so your husband or family can join in. We also do light dance movement.

Who is teaching

Nihharika Agarwala

Nihharika founded Paathway2Yoga in Ulubari and teaches every class herself. Prenatal work is her specialisation, not an add-on.

  • Registered pre & postnatal yoga teacher
  • RYT 200 certified yoga teacher
  • Trained in therapeutic yoga and face yoga

You do not need to be fit. You do not need to have done yoga before. Come as you are, and I will change the practice to suit you.

More about Nihharika
Nihharika Agarwala teaching a small group class with yoga blocks at Paathway2Yoga, Guwahati

Live on video, not recordings

Come to the studio. Or join from home.

The online batch is the same live class, with the same teacher and the same corrections. Cameras on, so you are seen and corrected.

Class times in your city
CityNoon batchEvening batch
Guwahati · India (IST, GMT+5:30)12:00 PM4:00 PM
Dubai · UAE (GMT+4)10:30 AM2:30 PM
Singapore (GMT+8)2:30 PM6:30 PM
Kathmandu · Nepal (GMT+5:45)12:15 PM4:15 PM
Bangkok · Thailand (GMT+7)1:30 PM5:30 PM

Classes run four days a week, one hour each. Living in London, Sydney, North America or elsewhere? Message us and we will work out your local time together, and tell you honestly whether the slot is realistic for your day.

Reserve your place

Book your trial class

Fill this in and Nihharika will reply personally on WhatsApp with the schedule, the fees and the batch that suits you. Places are limited so every posture gets watched.

We reply within one working day. Your details are used only to answer this enquiry. Your first class is a trial, at no charge.

Before you join

Questions expecting mothers ask us

Is prenatal yoga safe during pregnancy?

Prenatal yoga taught by a trained prenatal teacher is widely considered safe for most healthy pregnancies, and many doctors actively encourage it. You do not need a doctor's note to join. Every posture is adapted to the month you are in, and if your doctor has advised you anything specific, just tell Nihharika before you start.

When is the right time to start?

Most students join in the second trimester, once early nausea has settled, but the first and third trimesters are both fine. Tell us how many weeks you are and we will place you correctly.

I live outside India. Can I really join?

Yes, and we would be glad to have you. The online batch is a live class, not a recording, so you are seen and corrected like anyone in the room. Class times are 12:00 noon and 4:00 PM India time, GMT+5:30. See the time table above for your city, or message us and we will work it out with you.

What do I need to bring?

Coming to the studio: just yourself. Mats, cushions and props are all here.

Joining from home: a yoga mat, a bottle of water, two cushions, and a chair or wall to hold for balance. Wear loose, comfortable clothes.

What if I miss a class?

Pregnancy has unpredictable days and we plan for that. Let us know in advance and we will help you catch up, either in the other batch that week or with practice you can do at home.

Can I continue after the baby arrives?

Yes. Nihharika is a registered postnatal teacher as well, and many students move straight into postnatal recovery classes when they feel ready. Same teacher, same room, adapted practice. There is more in our guide to returning safely after delivery.

Start with a trial class

Try one class first. There is no charge for it. Classes start Thursday, 1 October.