Team
HELENA PICCOLI
Owner & Lift Vida Master Instructor
- Gyrotonic ® instructor and pre trainer
- Gyrokinesis ® instructor
- Pilates mat and apparatus instructor
- BFA in Dance from The Boston Conservatory
- Post Bac studies in pre med from Hunter College/NYC
Full Bio
Brazilian born, Helena Piccoli developed a passion for movement from a very young age. At age 15, while training intensively in Ballet and Modern Dance to pursue a professional dance career Helena also got introduced to Pilates, White Cloud Method, Alexander Technique as well as a variety of floor barres and dance conditioning techniques that she brings to her sessions until these days.
As a dancer, Helena saw the importance of pilates to develop strength while increasing flexibility as well as to balance the body to prevent injuries. In 2005, Helena completed her pilates certification from the Kane School while finishing the pre medical studies at Hunter College in NYC.
Since 2005, Helena has worked as a dedicated movement trainer. Her movement education includes certifications in:
- Pilates from Kane School/ Kinected
- Stott Pilates
- Power Pilates
- Gyrotonic ®
- Gyrokinesis ®
- Jump and Stretch Board
- Archway
- Gyrotoner
- Leg Extension Unit
- Gyrotonic for High Level Athletes
- Gyrotonic for Dancers
- Lotus Blossom
- Gyrotonic for pre and post natal, Breathing and Rejuvenation
- TRX®, pre and post natal training
- MELT method®
- Oov, Gait and Running, rotational sports, scoliosis, breathing and diaphragm
- FAMI for dissection studies for movement professionals, anatomy train lectures
- Gyrotonic pre trainer
LAURENT LIGNIERES
Lift Vida Manual Therapist
- LNMT – Staff Member of the International Academy of NeuroMuscular Therapy
- CNMT – Staff member for American Center for Neuromuscular Massage Therapy
Full Bio
His therapy certifications include:
- Massage therapy
- Neuromuscular therapy
- Myofascial Release
- Microcurrent
- Kinesio taping
- Postural integration
MARCELO CAMPOS
Lift Vida Instructor
- Personal trainer
- TRX certified instructor
- BA on Sports Coaching from UFRJ
Full Bio
Marcelo’s work experience includes both teenagers and Senior specific fitness programs in private or group sessions.
- Former Assistant Physical Trainer at Clube de Regatas do Flamengo (Professional Soccer team)
- Former Senior Sports Coach supporting
- B.A Sports Coach and Team Sports from U.F.R.J
ANA SANCHEZ
Lift Vida Instructor
- Pilates mat instructor
- Progressive Ballet Technique teacher
- Gyrotonic® Instructor
- A.D. professional ballet dancer and ballet masterilates Instructor Certified
- B.A Ballet Master from the National Arts & Ballet School, in la Havana, Cuba
Full Bio
Former Professional Ballerina and Ballet Master graduated from the National Arts & Ballet School, in la Havana, Cuba.
Her teaching experience ranges from preschoolers to professional dancers as well in private and ground settings . Ana has run numerous kids camps and meditation programs.
- National School Ballet of Cuba. (1997-2005)
- A.D Professional Dancer and Ballet Master
- Golden Medal 2002 International Ballet Competition Havana
- Bachelor Degree Sports Science University Manuel Fajardo in Cuba
- Certificated in Progressive Ballet Technique teacher
- Gyrotonic® Instructor