Pregnancy Post-Partum Parenting Peri-/Menopause
Core Crew Classes
For women and moms who want to get strong with the connection and encouragement of an amazing community.
In-Person workouts in West Edmonton and Virtual Workouts on Zoom
Core Love Fitness Options
"Kaye, these classes not only ensure I don't throw out my back, but they bring me so much social pleasure too.”
"I can't believe how much knowledge-sharing and bonding goes on within the class, during sweating and working hard... I truly feel that these classes are an integral part of my mental health strategy these days.
Thank you for running these special classes in such an intimate and safe setting. They make me a better person."
- Tara
The Core Crew PLUS is a great fit if you:
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Do well with a standing appointment (for YOU) on your calendar
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Love the energy of a group and like the encouragement of having others workout alongside you
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You want real-time feedback and coaching from a trained Core and Pelvic Floor Fitness Expert
Core Crew Classes
Our classes are the best mix of accountability + support with no shame or guilt.
From your own home, outdoors or at the Lucina Centre, get your sweat on with other women alongside you.
It’s your time to take care of you.
Build connections with amazing people who look forward to sweating alongside you and coaches who know the nuance of what a woman’s body needs.
You don’t have to do this journey alone.
Testimonials
How it works
Our classes are not just another “fit mom bootcamp.”
Every class involves mobility, a core+pelvic floor focused warm-up, strength training and a finisher to get your heart rate up.
Our classes are designed to meet you where you are at. If an exercise is causing you pain, pressure or peeing, we will be ready to change it for you.
If you need to burn off some steam we are ready to push and challenge you.
When you’ve had one of those days, the class can be adjusted so that you move slowly and rest more.
Your workout program should reflect the changes your body has been through and the exact phase of life you are in.
Take the guesswork out of your fitness program and workout with confidence.
What you get inside the Core Crew PLUS
Everything inside the Core Crew PLUS weekly live workouts with your coach and small group.
Class Schedule
October - December 2024
Pricing Options
In-Person & Virtual Virtual Only
*Prices exclude GST
We want you to love your workout program. If you join us in The Core Crew and, after 14 days, decide it isn’t a great fit for you right now, we will refund you 100%.
Want a little taste before you sign up?
Sign up for 2 free classes
You choose to use up to 2 free passes in 1 week. Passes are valid for an in-person class, a zoom class or one of each!
Meet the Coaches in Your Corner
We are with you on this journey.
Kaye Burrows (she/her)
Head Coach and Program Design
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BPE, BEd Science Minor, MuTu Pro, PN-L1, PPA.
As a mom of three, I know first hand how it feels to be living in a body that I don’t recognize.
I also live a busy and full life and I don’t have time to waste when it comes to my workouts. When I carve out time and energy to move my body, I want to trust that the exercises are building the strength and endurance I need to keep up with my busy life.
When my body feels good, everything feels better. I am more confident in my relationships at home and at work. I can be the patient mom my kids need. And I don’t hesitate to join friends on a mountain adventure.
I can’t wait for you to start feeling the changes in your life that come from strengthening from the inside out.
Shannon Dickie (she/her)
Co-Coach and your # 1 hype woman
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NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Women’s Fitness Coach, GGS- CPPC Pre and Postnatal
After having my own two children, I dealt with pelvic pain and peeing when I exercised. I struggled postpartum with the way my belly looked and wondered why my core muscles had disappeared.
As I learned how to strengthen my core from the inside out, I also transformed my mental health. The physical strength I gained created confidence for me in every other area of my life.
I was hooked. I decided to get certified as a Personal Trainer and Women’s fitness specialist because I wanted this transformation for all women.
You will find me leading classes, coaching in the app and Facebook group giving you feedback on your workouts and cheering you on with virtual high fives or hugs, depending on what you need that day:)
"Core Love has been instrumental in my journey. Classes were tailored to my abilities with modifications offered as well as encouragement to stretch myself and increase my strength.”
“Core Love's emphasis on women's bodies and the changes they go through is clear in the exercises that are chosen. This also spills over into a safe space to arrive to class in any emotional or physical and with grace for screaming, running children in the background.
Core Love also extends outside of the live class and offers opportunities and encouragement for healthy active lifestyles through challenges, inspirational stories, and the opportunity to ask questions and seek advice from Shannon and Kaye.
I would highly recommend these classes for anyone who is looking to increase physical strength and honour the changing of female body"
- Rachael
FAQs
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Our programs are designed to be completed at home with minimal equipment. You will need:
A mini band
Longer Resistance Band
Dumbells or Kettlebells, ideally, you will have 1-2 weights in each of these ranges:
Light (5-10 lbs)
Medium (15-25 lbs)
Heavy (25-40 lbs)
Nice to have (but not required, you can use household items): bench, stable step/stool, exercise ball.
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Using the 123+R system, you can customize your workout to fit your time and energy needs each day. A level 1 workout will take you between 5-10 minutes. Level 2 will be about 30 minutes and Level 3 will be 35-45 minutes.
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We’ve designed these workouts for busy women and mothers, so if you are interrupted, you can easily pick it right back up and finish the workout. We build in rest periods where you can wipe a bum or serve a snack and then get right back into it.
Kiddos and babies are welcome to join you in class. We don't want a lack of childcare to be the reason you miss your workout!
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Yup. Pregnancy, postpartum or peri/menopause can bring a lot of unwanted change to your pelvic floor and core, but it definitely doesn’t mean you are weak or broken. We give cues and suggestions in our videos so that you can move without pain, pressure or peeing. Stuck? Just shoot us a message inside the app and we will give you a strategy to make it work for your body.
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Never! You are welcome here whether you’ve never had children or if your children are 2, 5, or 30+. You can get started now with just a few workouts a week and feel the difference in your core right away.
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Not for us. You are welcome to take those photos for yourself, if you find that motivating. We keep our focus on how your body feels, your energy levels, how strong your core is getting and consistently fitting your workouts into your busy life.
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Guess what? You will. You can count on it. Life will get crazy and there will be days where you are barely keeping up. We’ve built rest and recovery right into our 123+R programs so that you can still “check” them off in the app when rest is the most productive thing for your fitness. Your workouts can be completed on any day of the week, so you can be flexible and adjust when needed.
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Life gets crazy- we get it! You can log in to our app, cancel your class and rebook on another day.
We do ask for at least 1 hour cancellation notice for all classes at the Lucina Centre.
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We know very well the exhaustion and tired achy feelings of pregnancy, especially in the third trimester. And still, we would really encourage you to start the program now because you will be preparing your body for a smoother postpartum recovery.
Our programs are customized for your specific phase of pregnancy, you can trust that your workouts are safe and effective for you, right now.
Many of our members tell us their Core Love workouts were the only thing that felt good on their bodies in that last month of pregnancy- even better than walking!
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All of our clients have access to The Postpartum Plan during the 4th trimester, your first 3 months post birth. This is a collaboration between Core Love and Mandy Renfrew-Kuncio, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist and Birth Doula of Nurturance Health.
The Postpartum Plan walks you through the first 3 months postpartum (starting on day 1!) with breathing and core exercises, tips on healing stitches and easy recipes to speed up your healing. No more going down the google rabbit hole at 3 am!
With bite-sized videos and 1 page checklists, the Postpartum Plan makes it quick and easy to get the support you need as you heal and get ready to return to exercise.
Once you’ve had clearance from a doctor, you can begin building back with full body workouts customized for your postpartum body.
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Surgery is a good option for some people. Other times, a well designed exercise program can replace the need for surgery. Whether you are considering a surgery or recovering from one, we will help you strengthen your pelvic floor so that you can feel strong and trust your body again. This may require some more individualized coaching, so if you are currently considering surgery, please contact us HERE. We will let you know honestly if we can help and which program will be the best fit.
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It can be scary to put money on the line, especially when it comes to our own self care. If you try the program for 2 weeks and decide it really isn’t what you need right now, we will give you a 100% refund.
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Absolutely. One of the best things about strength training is that it can be adjusted easily based on your experience, strength level, time available and energy to put into your workout. For many of our members, Core Love was their first experience with strength training and they have been going strong for 3 + years!
Still have questions? We would love to chat:) Contact us and we will be in touch.
The Core Crew PLUS is the right amount of support + accountability without stress or shame.
Feel strong, confident and proud of your body, no matter what it’s been through.
You will love the Crew if you:
Are ready to carve out more time to care for YOU
Need a workout program that is designed for your unique needs as a woman
You are sick of the leaking, back pain or painful sex and would like to find those long lost core muscles again
Want a stronger core and pelvic floor, but you still want to work your whole body and get a bit of a sweat on
Value having a coach (who is also a woman and mom) in your corner