Lauren Stephen is a Founder/Director of Pilates Seattle International (PSI). Lauren graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York, Buffalo, in Theater and Dance.

Along with her 13 years of Pilates, Lauren’s resume of movement includes intense equestrian sports, downhill skiing and various dance techniques. Her love of dance inspired her to move from New York to Seattle to dance with Shirley Jenkins’ company, Strong Wind Wild Horses.

Lauren has been dedicated to studying the work of Joseph Pilates since 1991 after having struggled with acute ligament strain. Her comprehensive training with Master Instructors Romana Kryzanowska and Sari Mejia Santo improved her structural strength. When Lauren first met Romana, she was immediately inspired by her energy, vitality and strength and she was compelled to immerse herself in the hard work of building a three-fold organization designed to bring the true work of Joseph Pilates to the public.

In 1992, Ms. Stephen along with her partner, Lori Coleman-Brown founded what is now Pilates Seattle International (PSI). Ms. Stephen is a Romana’s Pilates Level 3 Instructor Trainer. Lauren has brought her teaching skills to Barcelona, Spain and London England. There she was invited to teach clients and evaluate aspiring teachers to better prepare them to enter the Instructor Training Program. The life changes that Lauren has experienced from Pilates and her ultimate commitment to the work has resulted in a flourishing organization, which in turn has benefited Seattle and international communities.