Studio 17

I was recommended Lysta’s pre natal classes by imperial trust / Karen Joash. I couldn’t go to my usual reformer classes due to being pregnant in the pandemic but Lysta’s classes offered the perfect alternative at home. It was a great mix of mostly suitable exercises but also helpful advice about keeping healthy both mentally and physically through pregnancy and tips for the transition to motherhood. I enjoyed her classes so much that I’ve kept doing them post birth and Lysta has been kind enough to provide adjustments to exercises so i can join her harder classes safely. Her classes have kept me sane and fit through what would have been an otherwise difficult and lonely time

I have been attending Graeme’s classes for almost 2 years. The impact on my well-being has been very significant. For some considerable time prior to beginning the reformer work I had experienced ongoing back and hip issues. Not only have the original issues improved well beyond my expectations but my weight and body shape have returned to that of former years. The targeted work on muscle groups has been invaluable. Throughout lockdown I have been fortunate to continue my training through online classes. During the last lockdown I made real gains which have been sustained into this one. I am an enthusiastic convert to the method and can’t recommend it enough!

Have been attending virtual classes throughout lockdown and can honestly say that Lysta is the best pilates instructor I have encountered. Even via zoom she manages to give clear instructions, tweak and perfect movements, and each class leaves me feeling truly worked out and energised. Absolute pleasure to attend her classes!

I have been having classes with Lysta for over 2 years and her help has been invaluable in strengthening my joints. She is an amazing teacher, inclusive of all levels in the class and has definitely kept me going through lockdown. I always feel so much better after the classes and really appreciate her enthusiasm and her in depth knowledge of her subject.

I have just discovered Lysta (and Studio 17) since lockdown, and she has been amazing. I had previous done the occasional Pilates session but nothing as enjoyable or as challenging as Lysta gives us. The time flies, the muscles work hard and the effects are seen as well as felt. She is great.

I am sadly back at work now and missing my daily dose of Lysta's pilates. It's been so beneficial for me, my core strength has improved dramatically and my slipped disc seems like a thing of the past, It was last October. Lysta's smile and sense of humour made lockdown seem much less tedious. Absolutely nothing can come between me and my mat on Saturday and Sunday morning, thank goodness for zoom and Studio17.

I’ve been going to Lysta’s classes for over 10 years and I really missed them during lockdown. I’ve recently returned to them after major surgery and her help with rehabilitation both physically and mentally has been invaluable. She is highly skilled at tailoring the classes to each individual’s needs so that others aren’t held back by my limitations, and she has an incredible memory for everyone’s various health issues and progress so that nobody ever has to remind her of anything. Lysta’s instruction is the best investment in my well-being that I’ve ever made.

Very welcoming vibe. Some excellent teachers who give individual appraisal and help. Fab cafe serving yummy coffee & cakes in ‘Little Richmond’.