Testimonials

Parminder Nagra on Studio Soma......."Being a fan of Pilates for some three years I'm glad to have made Soma my home for exercise.

I have stayed in shape and feel renewed and invigorated after each class. Thalia Thomas has such passion and has created such a family atmosphere, it's hard not to feel good about yourself.. and above all she pushes you, you don't ever just feel like your going through the motions.

Now during my pregnancy, Soma has become even more important. The utmost care is taken in making sure you push yourself...but just enough. I've done everything from the mat classes to Soma sculpt up until four months (with modifications). Thalia in a room full of people still making sure that you get the most from your workout

I am now doing Private classes on the reformer and hope to carry on til the end and be back into doing all the other stuff I was doing before!

I have been at the studio for a about 2 years and have seen people become leaner, stronger, more sculpted and above all, more confident.

I would wholly recommend Soma to anyone who wants to get in shape or who is in shape and needs a change.. this studio is a gem in Hollywood and you need to discover it."

Tara on Studio Soma.............."Living and working in LA can take a toll on you both mentally and physically not to mention the added pressure of staying fit and looking "red carpet ready" at all times. Studio Soma is my home and away from home. My little secret weapon I use to stay focused, fit and strong. I come to Soma to seek refuge from the crazy stress of life. My Pilates workouts at Soma keep my muscles long, lean and strong. With the SAG awards around the corner, I am at Soma everyday working on my mind and my body. Everyone at Soma is so qualified and knowledgeable so I feel safe and taken care of. They care about me and I love that!"

"When I first arrived in la I checked out various dance studios. Seven places later I came to the firm conclusion that unless you are wearing full make up and an uber chic outfit with the latest Nike sneakers you best not try to dance in la. I then found Soma. Thalia answered the phone and suggested I came to one of her dance classes to try it out. I had never tried Pilates and hate exercise but decided to give that a go too. I have never looked back. Two years later I still look forward to my classes every week. I have yet to find anywhere else in the world that is as cozy, fun and inspiring as Soma. My body has transformed. I now look forward to exercising. I have met the kindest and coolest people at the studio. Every teacher is different. Every teacher is brilliant. The training is geared to the individual no matter what you level of fitness or experience is. I would encourage everyone to go. But I try not to talk about Soma too much as i don't want to lose my spot."

“I am a 26 year old male with a very competitive athletic background. I played Baseball, Football, and Golf at a very high level, and continued as a pitcher into college. I am now an actor in the Broadway musical Wicked, where I perform 8, three hour shows a week, that include dancing, singing, lifting, running, and jumping, all while wearing costumes, sometimes in excess of 20 pounds, on a hard, steel stage.

Because of my history of lower back pain, and the toll that Wicked began to put on my body, I began attending Thalia's Pilates mat classes weekly. At first, my goal was to simply stabilize and strengthen the core muscles that young athletes so often neglect in their early training and conditioning. Within two months, Thalia's challenging yet specific approach to her work with me, led to an absence of lower back pain, an increase in stability, and a confidence about my personal strength. After monitoring my progress closely, Thalia encouraged me to step up and challenge myself to her Soma Sculpt class, and I'm glad I did.

In just 6 months with Soma Sculpt, my entire body has changed. I weighed 189 pounds when I started working with Thalia, and after three months of Soma Sculpt, I was down to 169. Soma sculpt takes all of the core values of mat Pilates (control, stabilization, stretching, lengthening) and combines them with a vigorous cardiovascular, strength training hour, that leads to weight loss, and muscle tone...just what everyone wants! I usually attend Soma Sculpt twice a week, combined with at least one mat class. Everyone around me comments on the transformation of my body, and people who have watched me are now flocking to her studio to reap the same benefits I did. This will be my first summer in my new body, and I can't wait to show it off at the beach!

Classes like Soma Sculpt don't happen everywhere, because teachers like this don't exist everywhere. Thalia's dedication to her clients, her background in dance, combined with her drive and determination to keep sessions exciting, and keep people coming back, make Soma Sculpt the gem that it is.”

DJ Gregory – Professional Actor/Singer Currently member of Cast of “Wicked” Los Angeles . www.myspace.com/davidjamesmusic

"I loved this class because every single muscle in my body felt like it was working overtime to keep my balance and develop my strength and flexibility. I was
smiling through the whole session (even if it didn't look like it) because I knew I could sculpt my body into shape quickly with this class with the combination of the cardio and Pilates. I can't wait for the next session--I'm totally hooked!"

“I can't even begin to describe what an impact you and "Soma Sculpt"has had on my life. I've always been the person that wanted so much to be thin but as much working out and eating right that I did, I just couldn't get anywhere or see any results. Until this opportunity came
up and I knew I had to try it! Every class, even on the days I didn't want to work out, just hearing your encouraging words and seeing that kick-ass attitude you had made me want to just get up and do the same.

At my first weigh in I was 136.4 lbs 28 inch waist, 37.5 around my hips. When I finished I was 126.4lbs and had lost a total of 10.5 inches I recently went home to Connecticut and everyone wanted to know what Iwas doing because it looked like I lost 20lbs! That’s when I knew that I needed to do whatever I could to keep this I can't thank you enough for everything that you've done! I need soma sculpt in my life!!!!”
-Quynh

Thalia, you rock!!!!! Thank you for the inspiration and hard work. I want to thank all of you for the opportunity to get sweaty, laugh, moan and do it in public. You all have been and are an inspiration to me.You have given me a remarkable gift and foundation for continued success.

I just wanted to tell you how much I have appreciated what you have done for me. I have struggled with my weight and self image my entire life, I can remember going to my first weight watchers meeting when I was nine years old and it’s been an up hill battle since then. I’ve tried every diet pill, fast or pre-packaged meal plan that’s out there, all the while knowing that a healthy diet and consistent exercise is what I needed. But until doing this Pilates work, I haven’t been able to find an exercise routine that I could stick with. I’ve lost inches and gotten stronger and my clothes fit better. So, from the bottom of my heart, thank you so much! I promise to keep at it until I get the body I’ve always dreamed of having and I know I can with what you’ve taught me!

In July of ’05, my back was injured in an automobile accident. I lost a lot of mobility and flexibility in my neck, shoulders, and lower back.I was sorely frustrated and feeling very sorry for myself and then found SOMA.

Thalia patiently talked me through the exercises and frequently adjusted the position of my body to ensure that I got the most out of the given exercise and didn’t further injure myself. I showed up again the following week and did what I could again, which to my surprise was more than the last time. Around the third or fourth time I showed up to class, I heard Thalia tell me to that it was”…time to take the training wheels off. No more playing around.” It was also around that time that I noticed that my lower back pain was gone, and I hadn’t been to the chiropractor in a while.

I’ve been taking class with Thalia at Soma for almost 4 months. I’ve noticed a direct correlation between life in and out of the studio.

Pilates at Soma goes so much deeper than the superficial aesthetic of having a hot body. I can say from personal experience that it builds the person from the inside out. And almost as an afterthought, the hot body sort of happens. I came to Soma hoping to rid myself of a physical ailment, and I did. In its place is a leaner and longer looking body with tighter buns and the makings of a pretty incredible six pack.

Thalia, you’ve added quality to my life. I, along with those around me who are seeing the wonderful changes happen, thank you.

Great Class….I ALWAYS love your class but today was especially great. You really give your all so thank you for that. I really appreciate you.

I am so blessed to have you as a teacher of dance and Pilates. You have no idea how much it means to me to see your face and get focused on health, whenever I see you. You are a touchstone for me and on some days, when I am feeling low, you are the reason my life turns around. Thank you for being loving, and a caring guide in my life.

I really want to thank your for all your encouragement, for kicking butt every single workout and for being so generous in offering free classes. I realize what a MAJOR difference taking that extra 1-2 classes a week has made You did it, Thalia…you made me believe that I could change when three months ago, when I started, I didn’t even know how to . I was really at the end of my rope. I just feel totally blessed and grateful, because now after so many years of living with this weight, I can see the end of the tunnel… I can see me waiting there, a ME I haven’t met yet It really is true what they say, “when the student is ready the teacher will appear”.

I didn’t think when I moved to Hollywood that I would ever find another studio that I could call ‘home’. I’ve tried many other places and after about six months I gave up. Nothing seemed to fit for me. But now, I do have a place. Thank you for SOMA, a place I can call home.

Thalia,
Isn't it crazy that I have been working out with you for so long?? Almost 9 years!! I seriously feel so much better everyday since I started coming back to your classes. I always have seen the best results and looked my best when I worked out with you. You really make it fun and exciting to exercise, while still kicking our butts every time. I think you are such a fabulous teacher and such a fun person, you definitely make it worth coming to class. Honestly, I tell my friends about how fantastic your classes are everyday! Thank you so much for everything!!

Love you, Lola

I love your class and you are an amazing teacher. You keep me going both physically and mentally through my life. See you in class soon!
love, Crystal

Hi Thalia,

Our Cardio Boogie class on Mondays is definitely a highlight for me. I always look forward to it and would hate to miss it! I think I can speak for
all if I say that WE are the blessed ones to have you as our teacher. It is such joy and inspiration to watch you dance, I just feel great every time after class!
Thanks, and much love, Helga

The pure energy and vibration at Soma has given me the personal pleasure to embrace all that I am from the inside out.

I'm grateful to you and all the members of your staff that have given me a change of attitude about pain. Every time I come to Soma Studio I step into an environment with an attitude that reveal greater good in my life. Y'all provided me with the right ideas towards a stronger healing body.