This testamonial is from a long time Equestrian and client at Bria:
"Over time, the hard work and riding took its toll on my body. While I understood conceptually what my coach wanted from me, my body simply was not capable of doing what I was asking it to do. As a result, I could not sit deep and relaxed in the saddle. My tight, short hip flexors made keeping my leg under me nearly impossible. Compounding all of this, various muscle imbalances prevented me from sitting straight without tension.
Despite all my efforts, my riding ability seemed to be stuck on an endless plateau. Finally, when I could not even walk without comfort, and in frustration, I turned to pilates.
I felt a difference almost immediately. It took a solid year to undo the years of wear and tear and multiple injuries, but little by little the pieces fell into place, and I was able to ride better and better.
Now, nearly two years later, I am almost entirely pain-free, something that two years ago I could not imagine being possible. Thanks to the excellent instructors at Bria, I progress more every week. As a result, I am riding better than I had ever thought I was capable of. My seat has become much more independent, and I am able to follow the horse’s motion in a relaxed way. I am also much more able to sit evenly without effort. Most importantly, Mario (the horse) can tell the difference. If he could talk, he’d tell you that he knows if I’ve done my exercises or not! "
" I am delighted that you (Bria Staff) pay attention to my integrated movements so that I am able to improve my life!" - Anonymous Client
This testamonial is from the mother of a current Phyical Therapy cleint (names have been changed):
"Jason is doing awesome. He had his first physical therapy appt yesterday. His therapist calls him a rock star! Seriously.......if you saw Jason you would never know what he has been through. His therapy is in Seattle at "Bria" a yoga/pilates/therapy studio. His therapist is able to strategically target his therapy for all of his damaged nerves and muscles in his arms and upper body. It is a very interesting approach and he is happy to be focusing on a wellness plan. He looks so fantastic and is getting stronger everyday. His spirits are great. His #1 goal right now is just to get his body stronger than ever and continue the healing process. Yesterday after his therapy appt he talked me into a walk at Sculpture Park by telling me his "therapist ordered it". I can see why he misses the city. What a gorgeous day to enjoy a walk with a view of Puget Sound. Needless to say the view and the accomplishments of the day inspired a great walk and some great conversation."
"My thanks to Megan for being such an important person in Jason's recovery. And of course, my thanks to Misty for creating such a wellness studio for SO many people in this world (including me!) . Each and every one of you at Bria are part of an amazing team - no wonder every person I come into contact with is part of the joy and peace that IS Bria."
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