About Us
Our
Story
As young coaches just starting out, we each worked in a variety of training environments, immersing ourselves in different styles of movement, coaching, and philosophy. Each of us spent years independently building our skill sets, expanding our knowledge, and exploring what it truly means to move well—and to help others do the same.
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Our paths eventually crossed while coaching at the same facility, and we quickly recognized that we shared similar values and visions for our lives, as well as a deep passion for helping people grow—physically, mentally, and beyond.
Just over a year later, we got married, left our jobs, and opened The Movement Lab - a space dedicated to self-development, explored through the discipline of strength training. We’re dedicated to staying students of movement and people—continually evolving so we can offer training that’s practical, personalized, and impactful.
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Santiago's Story
Get to Know Me
My name is Santiago Ortiz and I am passionate about inspiring life long movers. I meet athletes where they are at on their athletic journey, and develop a plan tailored to each athlete's goals. My core values include: Patience - quality and attention to detail, Bravery - success through failure and action, and FUN - the perspective that fun can be found in all tasks, even the difficult ones.
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I have been working with athletes who play a variety of sports for the past 6 years. My expertise is in Long Term Athletic Development (LTAD) and driving the needle of performance within each athletes’ discipline.
Mary's Story
Hi, I’m Mary Ortiz—a coach dedicated to helping people move better and build habits that support an active, healthy life.
Over the past five years, I’ve worked with clients of all ages, focusing on mobility, strength, and sustainable nutrition.
I value mindful, intentional movement—not just going through the motions, but practicing with focus and purpose. I believe that how you move matters, and that disciplined, thoughtful training is a great opportunity to practice being present in the moment.
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My goal is to give you the knowledge and the tools to continue moving well for years to come, and to be mentally and physically fit for your life.