About Lift Pilates
Lift Pilates is a classical Pilates (Contrology) studio in Davis, California built on structured, progressive development.
Unlike most Pilates studios — contemporary or classical — Lift Pilates does not divide clients into levels or offer drop-in classes. Each client follows an individualized program within a Guided Open Studio environment, progressing through the full system over time.
The work is sequenced. The rhythm matters. Progression is earned.
This is not drop-in fitness. It is disciplined practice.
About Laura Shearer
Laura Shearer has taught Pilates for over two decades and trained extensively in the classical method, including graduate-level study with Jay Grimes, a direct student of Joseph Pilates.
Her work is rooted in that lineage — structured, comprehensive, and grounded in the integrity of the full system.
Over the years, Laura has continued to refine her approach through advanced study and mentorship, including ongoing collaboration with Wade Edwell of Proper Pilates in Australia. His mentorship helped deepen her understanding of rhythm, progression, and independent practice within a structured environment — shaping the guided open studio model at Lift Pilates.
At Lift Pilates, clients follow individualized programs within a teacher-led studio environment designed for long-term development, consistency, and meaningful strength — not short-term workouts.
This work is for clients who value structure, consistency, and long-term progress.
