08/19/2024
Meet Heidi, owner and principal instructor of LAB Pilates.
Heidi was certified in 2013 by Romana’s Pilates, following two years and 1,000+ hours of training. She trained exclusively with master-level instructors including Sari Mejia-Santo (daughter of Romana Kryzanowska, Joseph Pilates’ protégé), Cynthia Shipley, Cynthia Lochard and Jerome Weinberg.
Following her certification, Heidi had the honor of teaching alongside these same Master Instructors for five years at the Romana’s Pilates International New York City training center.
Heidi has remained a humble student throughout her career and continues to expand and deepen her knowledge of the Pilates Method by attending national and international conferences, as well as training weekly with her mentor Cynthia Shipley.
Heidi has always pursued an active lifestyle, and Pilates helps her maintain a strong foundation for her athletic pursuits. She enjoys hiking, skiing, cycling, surfing, and trying to keep up with her teenage son. Heidi also loves spending time with her dog, Christopher.
After living for 26 years in New York City, Heidi headed north and opened LAB Pilates in Saratoga Springs in May 2021. She is an active and happy member of her new community, engaged with organizations such as Pitney Meadows Community Farm, Comfort Food Community, Double H Ranch, and the Thoroughbred Retirement Fund.
Heidi is known for her deep knowledge of the Pilates Method, her clever sense of humor, and her confident, caring demeanor. When not in the studio, Heidi supports women and men with life coaching.
