Premier Pilates

As a new resident of Seattle, I was looking for a STOTT Pilates studio for rehab, and Premier Pilates came up in my search. I recently had two back surgeries and was still in an incredible amount of pain. I started doing private sessions with Natalia, and my pain levels are decreasing daily.
Natalia has a physical therapy background and incorporates other exercises and movement, into her sessions, in addition to using the Reformer. It’s a lot of personal work, and I have to do my home exercises, but I’m definitely feeling better. Her group classes are great, as well.
Not only is the studio walkable from home, but Natalia is funny and really cares about her clients.
Thank you, Natalia!
I would highly recommend Premier Pilates!

I separated my shoulder (AC joint, level 3) and was not having success with PT. I was looking at surgery until I found Natalia and her rehab approach. Her knowledge of the shoulder is fantastic. I was back to racing mountain bikes (DH, professional) within months. I continue to work with Natalia for injury prevention and further shoulder stabilization.

I have tried several Pilates studios — both private as well as group classes — in multiple locations around Seattle over the years, and Premier Pilates is by far the best Pilates studio in the area. I met Natalia when she was my physical therapist at UW and have been working with her at Premier Pilates since 2013. I had major shoulder surgery in 2012, followed by a number of elbow and wrist injuries, and began working with Natalia in private sessions in order to strengthen my body. Prior to my shoulder surgery, I had participated in several Ironman triathlons, and my goal was to get back to that level of fitness without aggravating old injuries or incurring new injuries Natalia’s physical therapy background was invaluable in our Pilates sessions — she was excellent at tailoring my workouts and exercises to safely strengthen the parts that needed it the most, while also improving my overall flexibility and increasing my body awareness. I was thrilled to get back to 20 mile training runs and 100 miles bike rides without the usual aches and pains. I successfully completed another Ironman in November 2014, and I truly could not have gotten to the finish line without Natalia’s help.
In addition to Natalia’s physical therapy and Pilates expertise, she is wonderful to work with because of her patience and sense of humor. I highly recommend Premier Pilates!

I cannot say enough about Natalia. I have worked with her individually twice a week for 7 months, and she has given me back my life. She is certified in Stott Pilates rehab, and also as a physical therapy assistant (she reserves one day a week for her professional PT work at UW Sports Medicine). Her Pilates studio is beautiful: new, immaculate and filled with light. Her passion is working with rehab clients. I came to her after one year of regular physical therapy and six months of regular Stott Pilates. After decades of being physically fit, I had soft tissue arthritis, especially in one foot and my SI joint. I was underweight, fragile and easily injured. I struggled with basic independent functioning such as: using the dishwasher, using the washer and dryer, carrying groceries up the steps to my house, driving, cleaning. Natalia knew exactly what to do with me. She is Russian by background, razor smart, remembers exactly what we did the last time I saw her, a «drill sergeant» and perfectionist. She continually comes up with new angles on exercises she asks me to do. She is eagle eyed and corrects any compromise in my form. She knows my body, and with my ongoing input, when to push me and when to stop. She is endlessly patient in repeating suggestions to me over time until I integrate them. She explains and uses her own body to demonstrate. Working with her is much more than getting fit: it is learning self awareness regarding how I am functioning and how to do it properly. She is interested in how I function not just in her studio but in all aspects of real life. She is ethical and conscientious and reliable and continually pursuing additional training herself. Plus, she has a delightful sense of humor, and we laugh a lot together. Natalia is a rock-​solid resource to have in your corner through the inevitable ups and downs of rehab. Today I drive, use the dishwasher, use the washer and dryer, carry down the garbage, carry up groceries, etc. I garden and participate in fitness classes at my athletic club. You can’t put a price on this. I recommend her without reservation.

This is no ordinary Pilates studio. Natalia has a background in physical therapy and a real gift for helping to strengthen the weak areas in the body. The studio is a light filled and pleasant sanctuary with free parking. Highly recommend!

I take group Pilates classes from Andrea at Premier Pilates and really love the classes, the studio space and Andrea’s knowledgeable instruction. Andrea is very good (even in a group class environment) staying attuned to the various skill levels present. She has helped me work on various aches and pains. The location is very convenient and nice. Great equipment and nice natural light. Taking the classes in a group setting is a very economical way for me to afford Pilates.

I have taken Pilates classes from Natalia for several years and happily followed her to Premier Pilates. I love working with Natalia!
Her background in physical therapy adds another element to her classes as she goes well beyond building strength. I learn about how my body responds to movement, the best way for me to approach building strength and in my case how to build strength to support my unusual flexibility.
The studio is bright, clean, spacious and the equipment — sparkling new and maintained immaculately. Her classes are creative, fun, and an amazing workout. I recommend starting with a few private sessions to learn more about how to make the most of a group class.
You will find Premier Pilates a terrific addition to your workout régime and a lot of fun. Given the area, a huge plus is depending on the time of your session, some free parking.

I discovered Natalia from her previous Pilates studio and followed her to Premier Pilates. I had taken a few Pilates classes here and there, but it wasn’t until a chiropractor suggested how much it would really help out my back issues that I took the plunge — and she was so right. The beauty of working with Natalia is she has training beyond Pilates, so while the majority of the session will be on the reformer she also incorporates physical therapy, Feldenkrais and yoga. She focuses on not only problem areas (ie tight shoulders, hips, back issues) but the skeleton as a whole. It’s as much of a learning experience as doing experience. I have definitely noticed a change in my posture and body, and haven’t needed to go to a chiropractor in over a year. It’s like a whole different body!
Natalia offers a number of different class options to fit one’s budget — either individual or group. I definitely recommend opting for individual classes to start to learn the basics though. Plus the studio location is a great central location in SLU and parking is easy to find (there are some spaces in the back too).