Our priorities are providing ongoing programs of pregnancy and postpartum fitness that are safe, empowering and that enhance family and community life. Founded in 1979 by Yale University movement specialist Ann Cowlin, MA, CSM, CCE, Dancing Thru Pregnancy has trained many thousands of fitness instructors throughout the world. Millions of moms have participated in classes under the auspices of these instructors. Evidence demonstrates that DTP participants are at reduced risk for some disorders of pregnancy and achieve a reduced rate of cesarean births and other medical interventions.