The studio is co-owned by Cynthia Shipley, a globally renown senior master Romana's pilates instructor and former dancer, and Tasha Norman Jacobs, a Romana's pilates instructor, and former athlete and dancer with over 40 years of teaching expertise between them.
Welcome to Lifespan Pilates, your ultimate destination for authentic Pilates training in the heart of New York City.
The Romana’s Pilates Training program is a specialized program that is closely administered and monitored by authorized Romana’s Pilates Level Instructors. Candidates must be at an intermediate Pilates level and pass the initial assessment to determine acceptance into the program.
Get Certified To Teach Romana’s Pilates
Get Certified To Teach Romana’s Pilates
Whether you're looking to commit to regular in-person classes, prefer the flexibility of online sessions, or desire the personalized attention of private sessions, we have a package tailored just for you. Our packages are designed to provide you with the ultimate flexibility and convenience, allowing you to choose the option that best fits your schedule and lifestyle.
Deepen Your Practice With LifeSpan Pilates
Deepen Your Practice With LifeSpan Pilates
Pilates Mat classes are about strength, stretch, and control.
Each movement in Pilates includes a component of strength, stretch, and control which is fitness conditioning at its best.
Pilates Mat Classes
Group Reformer classes utilize the Reformer machine to add a layer of resistance to classic Pilates movements.
This helps to build additional control, strength, and flexibility.
Group Reformer Class
Adult Gentle Gymnastics can introduce or reintroduce you to gymnastic skills and fun taught at your skill level.
Classes are small with supportive and nurturing supervision.
Adult Gymnastics Class
Stretch, Flexibility & Mobility Class is personalized for every individual and includes assisted stretching.
This class is designed to release joint restrictions, and increase your range of motion safely.
Stretch, Flexibility & Mobility
Private one-on-one pilates sessions are tailored to your individual goals and requirements. So whether you’re working with an injury or simply need to take things at your own pace, private sessions are the best way to ensure a completely customized class that caters to your specific needs.
Get Certified To Teach Romana’s Pilates
Take Your Practice To The Next Level With Private Classes
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Basic Seminar
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Intermediate Seminar
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Advanced Seminar
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Continuing Pilates Education
All Seminars, CPEs, Workshops & Events
Join our virtual mat pilates and reformer classes from the comfort of your own home!
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