Ilona Hefty
Ilona Hefty has been helping people move better, feel stronger, and live healthier lives for more than 40 years. Originally from Switzerland, she has owned and managed movement studios since 1986 and is a Peak Pilates Teacher Trainer Level II and a Second-Generation Pilates Master Instructor, certified by Lolita San Miguel—one of the few Pilates Elders personally trained by Joseph Pilates.
What began as a personal search for healing from chronic back pain became a lifelong passion and a calling. Through decades of teaching and continuous study with renowned educators such as Clare Dunphy, Kati Ross Nash, Pamela Garcia, and Brett Howard, Ilona developed a holistic approach that combines movement, mindful living, and personal growth.
Together with her husband Benno, she created Pandanus Lodge & Retreats in Costa Rica—a peaceful sanctuary where guests can reconnect with themselves through classical Pilates, nourishing cuisine, and the healing power of nature.
Her mission is simple: to help others return home feeling stronger, healthier, and deeply renewed.
Upcoming Programs by Ilona Hefty
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]
8-Day Deep Reset Retreat in Costa Rica | Pilates, Movement & Mindset
Reconnect to Your Best Self in Costa Rica Escape the noise and reset your body, mind, and spirit. Daily Pilates, movement therapy, and mindset coaching. Nourish with plant-based meals in a lush, natural setting. Leave stronger, lighter, and deeply renewed — for life. - Transform Your Body and Mind in Costa Rica - Daily Pilates, […]