One-on-one
Highly individualized instruction on authentic apparatus, paced to your needs and goals.
$90 + tax
Book privatePackages
10 private session package: $850 + tax
20 private session package: $1,600 + tax
Private, duet, and semi-private classical Pilates sessions in a cozy boutique studio, with personalized instruction on authentic Gratz apparatus.
Highly individualized instruction on authentic apparatus, paced to your needs and goals.
$90 + tax
Book private10 private session package: $850 + tax
20 private session package: $1,600 + tax
Train with a friend, partner, or family member while still receiving close attention and clear guidance.
$50 + tax per person
A 50-minute small-group session using mat work and small apparatus. Ideal for deepening and reinforcing the work from private sessions.
$40 + tax per person
Book semi privateHi, I’m Tal, owner of Cottage Lake Pilates.
Pilates has been part of my life for more than 25 years and has profoundly shaped the way I move, feel, and live. After a career in psychology and corporate facilitation, I followed my passion for movement and completed the Metropolitan Authentic Training (MAT) Pilates Program, studying with world-renowned master teacher Dorothee VanDewalle. I continue to teach at Metropolitan Pilates in Seattle while working with clients in my own studio.
My training is rooted in the classical Pilates method, following the lineage of Joseph Pilates through Romana Kryzanowska. I believe Pilates is for everybody and every body, and I enjoy helping clients build strength, improve mobility, and move with greater ease and confidence.
At Cottage Lake Pilates, I offer personalized instruction on authentic Gratz equipment in a welcoming, Scandinavian-inspired studio. Sessions are tailored to the individual, whether you’re new to Pilates, an experienced mover, an athlete, or someone working with physical limitations or returning to movement after an injury.
I look forward to welcoming you to the studio.
Pilates is a full-body exercise system focused on building strength, control, mobility, and coordination, with particular emphasis on the “powerhouse”—the muscles of the core, hips, and glutes that support everyday movement.
Pilates exercises are designed to strengthen and lengthen muscles within the same movement, integrating strength and flexibility rather than treating them as separate goals.
By strengthening the muscles that support the spine and improving body awareness, Pilates can support more efficient alignment and movement, helping reduce unnecessary strain through the neck, shoulders, and lower back.
Research suggests that Pilates can improve pain and functional ability in adults with chronic low back pain.1, 3
The emphasis on concentration, controlled movement, and breath may also support psychological well-being and help reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and fatigue.2
Tal is an incredibly professional, attentive, and precise teacher. I’ve been taking classes with her for several months now, and I can genuinely feel how much stronger I’ve become and how much I’ve improved in so many ways. What makes her teaching so special is how closely she pays attention to your body and your individual needs. She notices every little detail and adjusts the exercises accordingly, so the class feels truly personalized to you. Her level of professionalism and knowledge is exceptional, and I highly recommend taking a few trial classes to experience her unique approach for yourself.
Thank you so much for introducing me to Pilates. I’m truly grateful that you were my first instructor. I really love your classes. Your guidance, patience, and the way you encouraged me mean so much to me. I hope I’ll have the chance to learn from you again! Thank you for everything!
Tal’s studio is neat and comfy, Tal is a super pro and loves what she is doing. She is a great teacher!
Thank you so much Tal! The session was amazing and my back already feels so much better!
Start with the Intro Private. Most clients begin with a series of private sessions before adding other session formats.
They are 50-minute sessions for 3–5 people focusing on Classical mat repertoire and small apparatus. They are designed to complement private sessions by giving you another opportunity to practice, reinforce, and build on the work you are learning one-on-one.
No. Sessions can be adapted for complete beginners as well as experienced Pilates clients.
Wear comfortable, form-fitting workout clothing without zippers or buttons, as those can damage the upholstery on the equipment. Grip socks are encouraged.
Often, yes. Please share relevant limitations before your session. If you are currently under medical care, follow your clinician’s guidance and obtain clearance when appropriate. Pilates does not replace medical diagnosis or rehabilitation.
The studio is in Cottage Lake, Woodinville, WA. The exact address and arrival details are provided to booked clients.
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