Heather Glidden

I first studied Pilates in Colorado in 1992 when my ballet teacher promised that it would make me a better dancer. I have since studied various Pilates methods and completed my certification in STOTT Pilates in 2006 at Equilibrium in Bloomfield Hills, MI. I discovered the Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis methodologies in 2004 and have been continuing to fall in love with them ever since. After completing my certification in both methods, I went on to study prenatal and postpartum applications of Gyrotonic and Pilates as well as therapeutic applications of the movements. I specialize in injury rehabilitation including shoulder, neck, low back, hip, scoliosis and SI pain as well as cancer and stroke recovery. I continually strive to deepen my knowledge of the human body, traveling around the country to advance my studies. My own experiences with past pain and injuries give me a deeper understanding and compassion for others who are currently struggling with pain or injuries. Through my teaching I seek to help people of all ability levels lead happier, healthier lives.

In addition to my movement studies, I completed the massage program at the Ann Arbor Institute of Massage Therapy in 2010 where I received certifications in Swedish Massage, Myofascial Release Technique and Neuromuscular Therapy. I offer both pure massage sessions as well as combined movement and massage sessions. I find that my massage skills greatly complement my work with therapeutic movement.