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Education

Empowerment is one of our core values at Waves, for our clients as well as other clinicians and health professionals. An integral element of empowerment is education. Together with our partners we are excited to offer a wide range of content from extensive courses through to 2 hour work-shops.

Workshops

For clients

Throughout the year we offer a wide range of topics, through from workshops series (The Waves of Parenthood e.g.) to stand alone workshops (Love your feet) and Walk to Run programme. We are currently running our Walk to Run programme

Walk to Run Programme

Walk to Run Programme

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15th January
24th January

19h30

Info sessions by our colleague and running specialist Charles on our upcoming Walk to Run Programme

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Workshops

For clients

We offer a wide range of topics, through from workshops series (The Waves of Parenthood e.g.) to stand alone workshops (Love your feet). Please find below a full list of all workshops we are currently offering.

The Waves of Parenthood

Brought to you by Waves,  De Wolk, Kine Zahra, Fit by Fonda, Vuurlinie & Treat.

Through the Waves of parenthood, we know that there are many ups and downs. Our mission is to provide you with some tips, tricks and practical tools to support you through this time across a multitude of topics.

Each workshop reflects 4 superpowers which we believe are important for your journey through parenthood.

Empowerment – Knowledge – Intuition – Support

Practical information: The cost of the workshop is set per couple and includes supplementary material, nibbles and drinks. All Waves sessions in Dutch & English. De Wolk sessions will be split into Dutch and English speaking options. We are also an inclusive environment. An English or Flemish to sign translator is also available if required for those with hearing impairments. Audio options are also available for those with visual impairments. Please email us at hello@wavesleuven.be if you would like these service (free of charge).

01. De Wolk pre & post-natal workshops

The Birthing Mountain

Dorine Vincent

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Next editions coming soon (NL)

19h30 – 21h30

Preparation for childbirth (3 evening sessions): In this three-part series ‘De geboorteberg’ you set off on the road to delivery.

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Ideal from 28 weeks onwards, Dorine will be your guide through labour and birth. As a guide, she provides you with various options, she knows all the tools  and will inform you about all the ways to give birth so that you are informed and confident going into this special moment together.

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Breastfeeding

Dorine Vincent

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Next editions coming soon (NL)

19h30 – 21h30

Starting with breastfeeding:  Everything you need to know to start breastfeeding. This workshop will inform you if you are starting this adventure for the first time, or refresh you if you are starting your breastfeeding adventure again.

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Postnatal recovery

Dorine Vincent

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Next editions coming soon

19h30 – 21h30

Preparing for those first few weeks of motherhood: Concrete tips and tricks from a midwife for a comfortable recovery after the delivery. Honest and useful tips for the whole family.

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02. Waves pre & post-natal workshops

Mindful pregnancy & beyond

Lien Stas

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4th Jun

10h-12h

This unique bimonthly 2h class is focused on giving you time and tools to nurture and nourish your body and the journey you are about to go on – parenthood.

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Both informative but also movement focused, you will delve into breathing and focusing techniques to both aid you through your delivery, but also across many facets of your life that will be adjusting.

This workshop includes access to two on-demand Mindful Mat videos (20 mins and 45 mins), as well as a Mindfulness meditation (10 mins), so that you have extra moments between workshops to find focus and calm.

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Lets reconnect

Zahra Van Veldhoven & Katina McCulloch

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Next editions coming soon

10-12u

Your little monkey is finally here! Now come the initial months of adjusting to a new rhythm: minimal sleep, feeding at all hours (bottle or breast), needing to heal and all whilst focusing on the wants and needs of this little thing. Should you also really be ‘exercising’?.

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It is very important to take time and not feel pressured to get “your body back”. Join this practical workshop with Zahra and Katina outlining what is important during the first 6 months post-partum. This workshop will include access to a 15min and 30min on-demand video early post-partum care class.

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The Pelvic Floor – what to expect when you are pregnant and beyond

Zahra Van Veldhoven

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Next editions coming soon

10-12u

Did you know that it is equally important to be able to relax your pelvic floor as the ability to activate? Through this course Zahra will help to demystify the pelvic floor, and outline its importance during pregnancy, for delivery and also in the recovery period afterwards.

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She will guide you on how to optimise the responsiveness and functionality of your pelvic floor, and provide insights as to when you may be developing a dysfunction and need some more focused attention on this important area.

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The journey back into exercise and sport

Katina McCulloch & Céline Janssens

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Next editions coming soon

10-12u

For many women who are fit and active before having kids the journey of pregnancy and transition into parenthood and the redistributions of priorities can be frustrating in your journey back into moderate-high intensity exercise and sport.

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This highly practical and open session will cover the guidelines for returning to more intense levels of exercise as a new mum with young kids, and will cover topics such as breastfeeding, managing sleep, hormone regulation and much more. This workshop is great for any new mum looking into getting back into any moderate-high intensity exercise modality (running, weight-lifting, fitness Pilates etc.) and will be guided by Katina & Celine.

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Intimacy during those first 1000 days

Jildou van der Hoop & Kris Vanelderen

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Next editions coming soon

10-12u

Hormonal and body changes, lack of sleep, stress and anxieties, becoming a parent. These can all have an impact on our body image and identity. Many couples experience difficulties in feeling close to each other at a time when they need it the most.

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Join this interactive and open work-shop where we discuss together our difficulties and discover practical and evidence-based tips and tricks to redefine and refocus on sex & intimacy with our significant other. Our very own sexology and psychomotor therapist Jildou will be leading with workshop, together with the help of of our everyday bloke Kris.

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Body talk for infants

Jildou van der Hoop

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Next editions coming soon

10-12u

‘Don’t touch that, it’s dirty!’ We are now so much more aware about how much our words and behaviours matter. Even from before a child can articulate words, the style of communication that is present around them has a significant impact on the learned behaviours and outlook of our children.

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Whilst this topic can be difficult to discuss, in this workshop our sexologist and psychomotor therapist Jildou will breakdown some barriers relating to how we discuss bodies with kids and give guidance on how to support your child on their sexual exploration and development. This workshop is suitable for parents, but also anyone who has regular contact with your kids.

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Partners

EXCELLENCE

For professionals

We are proud to be the headquarter location for Polestar Pilates Benelux and Smart Education. Scroll down to see the courses that they offer at Waves and also check out information for our doctor’s education evening.

01. Doctors information evenings

Topic :
Neurological Rehab

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Next edition for 2023 coming soon

19u30-21u30

During our Doctor’s Evening we will approach the broader framework for the approach of complex pain patients. Through this workshop you will come into contact with Pilates (mat & equipment) and our clinical gym, which focuses on clinical exercise physiology (i.e. exercise assessment and prescription for individuals with acute and chronic health conditions and disabilities).
We will also discuss the role and importance of targeted communication and education for people with chronic pain and the role of the physiotherapist. Our workshop guarantees that you gain active experience in various form of rehabilitation.

 

I. Polestar Pilates

Impacting global well-being through education and practice. Learn from one of the most extensive and advanced Pilates Instructor Training courses with world class educators. Join over 15,000 graduates world wide who have chosen Polestar and be part of the community.

For the full list of courses Polestar is offering in the Netherlands and Belgium please visit their Polestar Pilates website. To find courses across Europe and other parts of the world please visit the headquarter website.

01. Comprehensive course

POLESTAR Comprehensive Teacher Training

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March ’25 – October ’25

The POLESTAR Comprehensive Series consists of 6 two-day presence Modules (Gateway SR2-6) and two online modules (PP and SR1). We will teach you in-depth practical and theoretical skills to become a proficient Pilates Practitioner. The Series trains you to use all of the equipment developed from the designs of Joseph Pilates: Reformer, Trapeze Table, Combo Chair, Ladder Barrel and Spine Corrector, as well as some mat exercises. You learn more than 150 of the original and evolved Pilates exercises as well as hundreds of variations and their modifications for diverse populations.
Students are granted access to the POLESTAR Online Platform 2.0 to ensure modern and effective online enhanced education. You learn to conduct POLESTAR Fitness Screenings and improve your reasoning skills in order to assess a client’s needs and select the most effective exercises to bring about change. A series of case studies provide a solid base to assess and design custom exercise sequences and treatment plans. Students also learn advanced tactile, verbal and imagery cues to maximize a client’s potential.

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POLESTAR GATEWAY Comprehensive

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14th -15th March ’25

Gateway Pilates is the perfect introduction to both the Pilates method in general, and to the POLESTAR concept. Gateway Pilates Comprehensive is an ideal entry point if you want to deepen your Pilates experience or start a career as a Pilates trainer. Your course starts with online training at home and then switches to two day experimental practice sessions for collaborative learning.
You will gain a deeper understanding of the Pilates method, learn first selected Pilates equipment exercises, and improve your teaching skills. You can use this weekend as a two day experience or continuing the path to become a POLESTAR Comprehensive Trainer and book the whole comprehensive Series, that will start form October 2022 in Leuven

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02. Continual Education Courses

Anatomy Alive – Bavo Wouters

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26-27th October 2024

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Leuven, Belgium

The objective of this highly practical course is to learn about humans’
biomechanics and key anatomical structures. You will be taught to find and
understand these parts of the body and relate them to Pilates
exercises.Myofascial structures will be linked into functional chains, giving you a sense of their functionality during Pilates movements. This is the ideal
foundational course to grow your anatomical knowledge for your work as a
Pilates instructor and movement specialist.

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Bumps, Babies & Boobs: Pilates support through motherhood.

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25-26 May 2024

This 2-day continual education course with Katina McCulloch aims to demystify working with the pregnant client, and provide clear, evidence-based approaches in which you can support her through the transition into motherhood and beyond. Katina brings an engaging approach, with a focus on active learning principles and critical thinking. Questions are encouraged!

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Move! Go with the Flow – Michael Brunner

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12th November 2023

Experience new and exciting movement patterns. This workshop picks up on the current trend of Animal Flow, Natural Movement and similar movement forms and combines them with Pilates work.

Experience Pilates as the perfect preparation and method to introduce you and your students to these complex movement forms.

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II. External experts

Creative Pilates Rehab for Anxiety and PTSD

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7th March 2025

This workshop explores innovative Pilates Reformer techniques to enhance flexibility while addressing the overlapping anatomy of anxiety and PTSD concerns. It integrates musculoskeletal and psychosocial rehab approaches, offering practical tools and creative solutions for clinical practice. Participants will gain hands-on experience, fresh perspectives, and valuable insights to enrich their professional skills.

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Buffed Bones Leuven Waves

BUFFED BONES instructor training

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14-15 September 2024

A 2-day course at Waves all about Bone health and osteoporosis! The Buff Bones method distills complicated science and movement principles into a systematic approach for body organization, balance, and optimal bone loading. The exercises are highly accessible yet rich in depth, refining your eye for detail, and elevating your teaching skills with keen insights and a fresh perspective.

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