Hello Pilates Lovers!
September 21, 2023
Fall is just days away and so are some dates to remember
- The next Pilates with a Glass Event is THIS THURSDAY! At 6pm. Grab your spot by clicking the link, class is more than half full. Union Hill Cidery also has their kitchen open so you can grab something to eat to go with your Cider.
- The upcoming Pilates with a Glass Fall Schedule done: Here are the dates below, they are be on schedule so you can grab your spot. Because of popular demand and also request we are bringing the event to you TWICE A MONTH!!! Say what!!!???? Thank you so much for your love and support with this fun class. Here are the dates, hop on Vagaro and book your spot. October 14th and 28th, November 18th and December 2nd and the 16th.
- October 19- 23 the studio will be CLOSED. I’m heading over to Nashville , Tennessee for a Scoliosis Workshop. This is a two-day event that goes from 9-5 my brain will be given a ton of juicy information and I can’t wait to apply to my scoli. Clients. I actually haven’t been to an in person continuing education event for a looooonnngggg time. So, I’m excited to be with fellow Pilates nerds and nerd out about the spine, muscles and movements.
- Not to get too far ahead… and I will send out another Newsletter by then, but November 20-24 the studio will be CLOSED.
If you miss our time together, hop on the Pilates Video Library and take some mat classes there. Speaking of a lot of great content is now up and on Sept. 22 I will launch the ADVANCED category. So, if you want extra practice with Roll-Over, Leg Pull and Leg Pull Front and are dying to learn Hip Circles, hop on over.
Speaking of Mat Classes. Come join the classes! Tuesday and Thursday 10am or Thursday 9am Advanced! Click the clink to book a class.
SCHEDULES
I know you might find this shocking, but did you know I can’t remember everyone’s schedule? The time has come that there are more of you than me. This makes me so happy that we are growing but that is why there is a scheduler. Please use the Vagaro to schedule, cancel or rebook. If you need to come earlier or later for your session, rebook it through Vagaro. If the day and time are not open on Vagaro that really does mean that it’s taken and not available. Lastly, remember to update the app. If there seems to be a problem with the app, please tell me but also in the profile icon if you scroll down there is a SUPPORT tab that you can click and that will tell Vagaro there is a problem too. As with any app the best way to learn it is by looking around, clicking on icons to discover what it is. I think one of the main icon is Profile. There you can go to your Bookmarks and go right to the studio schedule, Purchases where you can see your Appointments to cancel or reschedule and Packages where you can see your History of your appointments. If you don’t see your appointment or class in your appointments, it hasn’t been booked. Remember to click sign-up then check-out then book again, then the screen should show you what you just booked. A BIG THANK YOU to all who have left a review on Vagaro.
Final Thoughts
Over the summer a dear teacher of mine passed away. She was my music teacher my freshman year and also the music director for all of the high school musicals I was in. We Called her Miss.K. Right before she passed away, I was doing a business coaching workshop and it asked us to list the name of teachers that impacted you in a good way. Although, most of my teachers that impacted me the most were my dance teachers, Miss K and I had a very special bond, since she asked me to be her TA when I went on to being on the Dance Team. Here are some very important things I learned from her:
- BE ON TIME: If you arrive on the time when the thing is supposed to start YOUR LATE!
- So, in other words: to be on time is to be late and to be early is to be on time and being late is unacceptable
- Don’t sing when it’s not your part, zip the lips and DON’T hum. There’s actually a very funny story with this rule that I was a witness to. We were practicing this song and when we sang as a group, Miss K could an as different harmony coming in. So, she stopped up and we went over each part. Then we sang again as a group and once again this other harmony was coming in. So, again each part was broken up to go over. I think this went on about 3 maybe even 4 times. Finally, she stopped our group singing when she heard it and started to walk around to find it. Well, it was our TA humming this other harmony in the back of the room! She exploded in laughter then screamed “that drove me crazy! DON’T EVER HUM DURNING PRACTICE!” She then would make it clear, no humming in the back!
- Eyes on the director
- Pronounce your words clearly.
Now how can you apply this Pilates?
- Number 1 is universal
- Don’t talk when someone is talking
- Watch the instructor
- Pronounce your movements clearly.
Hope your Fall is full of pumpkin and everything nice.
xoxo,
Heidi
Hey friends! I’m so excited to share that I was recently featured in Redfin’s article, Refresh Your Home for Spring: 8 Simple Ways to Boost Your Energy This Season! It’s always fun to connect with other wellness and home experts, and I was thrilled to be included. I got to talk about something near and dear to my heart— making space in your home to take care of YOU. Whether it’s too cold to get outside or you’re just needing a place to reset, your workout space can make all the difference. Here’s what I shared in the article: “If it’s still too cold to get out for a walk, make sure your workout space is ready to go. It’s important to take care of yourself indoors too. Think of yourself like a plant. You need water, food, sunlight, and a fresh environment to thrive.” Yes, I really said that! But it’s true—your environment supports your energy. Whether you’ve got a full home gym or just a mat in your living room, that space should inspire you. A cozy, ready-to-go workout spot can make showing up for your practice easier and more consistent, especially when life gets busy. You can check out the full article and all the great tips here: Refresh Your Home for Spring I’m so honored to be featured and share a little of what I love with a broader audience. If this inspires you to freshen up your space or recommit to your movement practice, let me know—I’d love to hear what you’re doing this spring to take care of yourself. See you on the mat, Heidi
Hey Friends! It’s always exciting to see my clients make the switch to just coming to Pilates because it’s helping them, they do it their minimal amount and call it good, to completely commented. There is something different about their minds and bodies. I know this because it happened to me too. It may come as a surprise that I haven’t always been dedicated to my Pilates practice but it’s the truth. When I started my Pilates teacher training, I was all in practiced, read and practiced more… then life happened and slowly, I just doing my minimum, a side stretch here, a set of arm circles there and sure I’d pushed the reformer out and bring it in with my mind wondering. After some time of doing this, I noticed that things physically were just standing still and I became dull in my teaching. Something that I’ve heard and take to heart is, “if you’re board, your client is too.” I didn’t know this saying back then, but looking back, I’m like yea, so true. I will be honest, had I not had to have my hip surgery, I can’t say I would have moved out of that place, but I did. I wanted my hip to heal and be better so, I really decided to dedicate time to my Pilates practice. It looked like this: 30 to 1 hr a day 6 days a week of Pilates practice. Soon, my understanding of Pilates became clearer, the understanding of my body became clearer and of course my teaching because fun again. One of the things that helped fuel also was March Matness. Seeing other Pilates lovers out there showing their versions and their true self doing Pilates helped me see that Pilates looks different on everyone but one thing is true, they are all doing it. So, I encourage you to practice your Pilates outside of the studio. In the grocery store line, when you are waiting on dinner in the oven, when you are done with your work, walk or even right before bed do Pilates. Do more than just the minimum, challenge yourself to push yourself. Your future self will thank you Studio will be closed: April 7-10 and 17th
The Sun is Shining and I am here for longer days with it. The Winter season was a great one here at the Pilates Studio. I am seeing more smiling faces due to being more in ease with your body. We have to remember there is an ebb and flow to being in our bodies but the more we can listen to it, ask what it needs then support it, we will be more comfortable in it. We’ve got clients losing weight, necks moving more, low backs out of pain, knee pain going away, and being more confident in moving with the Pilates exercises. This all makes me so proud of you! Also, I just want to extend a Thank you for those who either emailed or in person filled out the question: Why I Love Pilates. This was a fun way for us to share with one another what we love about Pilates. Check them out below!
Shall we talk about how much we all love Pilates? It is the month to do it, so I’ll go first.
Hey there! Happy New Year! How many times have you had to re-write the year at the top of your checks? I have definitely had to double check mine.
What a fabulous Year for the studio. So many new faces came into the studio by way of Workshops, Privates and Mat Classes. If that was you, I hope you had a great experience here and we’d love to see back in. For those who are regulars here at Heidi’s Spot give yourself a pat on the back! You have come so far, more self body awareness, becoming stronger, having a better understanding of the Pilates method, getting out of pain and of course the BIGGEST part- YOU DID NOT QUIT!! You pushed past all the discomfort and hard stuff. You are more flexible, stronger, and more in control of your body. I am so proud of you and again, it’s what keeps me teaching. Seeing bodies change, finding new hope and the commitment that you put in makes me want to come along beside you and help meet your goals. Thank you again for trusting me to help you. May you have a Wonderful Christmas and New Year with people you love.
The more you are thankful the more you can see things to be thankful for. In this season of Thanksgiving, I have to first start off with my Family. I am so thankful for my family’s love and support. We are in a really great season with our kids and it warms my heart that we seem to be seeing and being with each other more this past year. As the kids are growing up and doing their thing, Peter and I now can go and do our own thing. It’s like dating again, I am here for it. Pilates, oh man am I ever thankful for Pilates. After my injury back in July, I was so thankful that I now know a fellow instructor here that was able to mentor and train me. 3 Months later because of constant Pilates practice and doing my homework for my injury. It was as if it never even happened. You! I am so Thankful for you! For your trust in me with your Pilates practice, your commitment to your practice and to the studio and for your encouragement to me! Together, we can get your body feeling the best. Thank you again. I know life can throw us curve balls of disappointments and set backs, and maybe in a moment in time we need to feel that so that when we are done processing them, we can find the good and give thanks for where we end up. May you find thankfulness in your life not just today but every day. Happy Thanksgiving, Heidi
Hey, Pilates enthusiast! The Holiday Season is here..Only 2 more months and we will be at the New Year. Any goals? To reach your Pilates goals, I am here for you. Remember to be nice to yourself while the schedules get busy, it won’t last forever. Be present and enjoy your time and company. If you need to take your Pilates with you, you can always book a Private online or join the Online Pilates Video Library Membership. First up Halloween! Let’s dress up. Come to your Mat class or Private in costume…no, you don’t have to, but it’ll be fun. In November the Studio will be closed on the following dates: Closed Nov. 11th Closed Nov 28th
Hello Everyone If you were looking for perfect walking weather it is here and now! I have been enjoying my walks. My Body differently needs a good stretch and roll out after. I usually set my timer for the amount of time I have and I roll out my Quads, IT bands, hips and glutes. I don’t have to spend a lot of time, I mean I could, but a little goes a long way. Then I get my standard leg stretches in, Hamstring, IT band, hip and Quads. If I have extra time, I’ll do my calves as well. If I didn’t do these things, I would be feeling it later… The tightness would start and discomfort will set it. The enjoyable walk will something of past. Now because I cared for myself after, I know I’ll have a nice night’s sleep. We do Pilates because it teaches us how to care for ourselves.
Hello Everyone Do you remember…the twenty-first night of September…..Sorry, now that song is stuck in your head. But every September that is the FIRST thing that comes to mind LOL. Glad we have Pilates to chase our clouds away. I wanted to give you all the heads up as to what’s going on at Studio. First thing first, the studio will be closed on Labor Day Monday the 2nd. Second we have a Pilates with a Glass class on September 14th at 11:30am Lastly, the studio will be closed September 18th and 19th. If you had a session scheduled on that date, I have taken it off and you will need to reschedule. If you need your expiration date moved out, please let me know, I give back the amount of time I am out back to you. If I charge your account, the expiration date has already been moved out. If you pay through Vagaro I can go into your account and move the date.