Testimonials
“I love to go to The Sheppard Method Pilates Studio. Risa makes me feel right at home, gives me a great work out and even rubs the knots out of my shoulders before she sends me on my way. Pilates makes me feel more fluid. It helps takes all the kinks out of my back, shoulders and even my hands. I feel better all over doing Pilates. I highly recommend it.”
-Reba McEntire
“If there were trainers like Risa Sheppard while we were in high school, there’s a safe bet that many of us would still be there.”
-Hollywood Reporter
“Because Risa Sheppard is instantly likeable and extremely supportive, she is ideal for someone looking for a gentle hands on approach to Pilates.”
-City Sports
“My patients love working with Risa they lose inches and feel wonderful. I refer The Sheppard Method with confidence.”
-Dr. David Tannenbaum
“I have a chronic bad back problem. Risa’s tailormade program has seen me through the worst, and I have come through stronger and more pain free than ever before. She is a natural born healer.”
-Marcia Burnam
“I love Pilates because it feels like Im getting a massage from the inside out.”
-Christina Ferrare
“I play tennis four to five times a week. Risa Sheppards Pilates Program has helped improve my game tremendously, along with my flexibility and abdominal strength.”
-Judge Joseph A. Wapner
“I have trained with Risa for many years. I recommend her Pilates Program to everyone.”
-Katharine Ross
“Risa is dedicated to her profession, and has been a great co-host on our TV shows. She exudes the warmth and sincerity of a fine human being.”
-Elaine and Jack La Lanne
“Anybody can work out. Risa Sheppard and her unique fitness method offers us not only a program of physical exercise specifically designed for us individually, but also an effective method for reducing stress.”

