"As long as there is love in movement, we shall never grow old."
-Risa Sheppard
The West LA Pilates Studio that Says “You’ve Come to the Right Place”
Led by Risa Sheppard, one of the world’s most sought-after Pilates instructors, Sheppard Method Pilates provides an unforgettable, welcoming place where you can achieve physical, emotional, and mental balance and stability. By placing an emphasis on Classical Pilates and the ever-important mind, body, soul connection, our clients work on themselves as a whole, rather than just the physical being. In every class, we strive to perfect body control to achieve true and complete body balance. With small class sizes and passionate teachers in every class, you’ll feel right at home from the moment you enter our studio doors.
Our Service Offerings:
Mindful Movement: Heal Your Back Pain with BAM Therapy
by Dr. David Tannenbaum D.C. & Risa Sheppard
In this book, Risa Sheppard and Dr. David Tannenbaum present guidelines on how to incorporate spiritual mentalities and gentle exercise therapy for those who seek to heal their body naturally, without resorting to drugs or invasive surgeries. They believe that constricted minds create constricted bodies, and in turn, open minds create open, fluid, free-moving bodies.
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Client-teacher feature: Janine and Jodi! ❤️
Jodi and Janine have been working together for 2 1/2 years. Despite her many past surgeries, Jodi is in great shape. She’s both strong and flexible. She says Pilates has helped her to maintain her active lifestyle.
Manifesting abundance and support through the lumbar spine from Risa and Dr. Tannenbaum’s book “Mindful Movement”
“Mindful Movement” is available on Amazon, in Barnes and Noble and at the Sheppard Method Pilates Studio
Risa is available for private training sessions and seminars at the link in our bio!
Mindful Movement cervical spine exercise to release neck tension and gain perspective 🔮
From Risa and Dr. Tannenbaum’s book “Mindful Movement” available on Amazon, in Barnes and Noble and at the Sheppard Method Pilates Studio
Risa is available for private training sessions and seminars at the link in our bio!
Empower and align your emotional release with physical movement. The thoracic region is the heart chakra of the spine. Release internal and outer tension from the past with this exercise from Risa and Dr. Tannenbaum’s book Mindful Movement. Get your copy TODAY on Amazon, in Barnes and noble or here at the studio 📖❤️
Clients trainer pair: Janine and Harold (83)!
“Harold brings a youthful enthusiasm to every single Pilates session. At 83 he lights up the studio with his vibrant presence.” - Pilates master Janine deZarn
Happy Thanksgiving from the Sheppard Method Family to yours! We are taking a moment today to give thanks for all of the wonderful trainers and clients who light up our lives each day in and outside of the studio- we love and appreciate you!
I followed the 4 workshops held by Risa Sheppard at World Pilates. It was a fantastic weekend, a full immersion in what Pilates is in its most holistic part. Risa is an exceptional woman, not only on a professional level but also on a human one. Not least was her assistant Sarah Miller, very nice and cheerful! A very positive credit obviously also goes to World Pilates and to Luana and Antonio who organized everything in the best way--with precision and a lot of hospitality--qualities that characterize them! I'm happy to have participated and to have brought home a great wealth of knowledge!
Simona Falci
The Sheppard Method is a perfect compliment to chiropractor care. It helps strengthen and stabilize the back and joints to help keep the body in alignment. I have been referring my patients to Risa for the last 20 years.
David Tannenbaum
I really want to thank World Pilates for this great opportunity to meet and listen to Risa Sheppard during her fantastic workshop! I want to thank Risa for her precious teachings and for the passion she transmits in her teaching lessons. Thank you so much. She is a great source of inspiration for all of us!
Simona Falci
Risa's been a great cohost on our shows. She is dedicated to her profession and exudes warmth and sincerity.
Elaine and Jack LaLanne
Anybody can work out. But Risa Sheppard's unique fitness method offers not only a physical exercise program specifically designed for us, but also an effective method for reducing stress.
Cecilia and James Earl Jones
I love to go to Sheppard Method Pilates. I get a great workout - Risa even rubs the knots out of my shoulders. Her method makes me feel more fluid and helps take the kinks out of my back, shoulders, even my hands. I feel better all over after a session. I highly recommend her.
Reba McEntire
I have a chronic back problem, and Risa's tailor-made program has seen me through the worst. I've come through stronger and pain free. She is a natural born healer.
Marcia Burnam
I have trained with Risa for many years and recommend her Sheppard Method to everyone.
Katherine Ross
