Lisa has an eclectic background. She studied Anthropology and Dance at Dartmouth College for two years and then received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre from Bennington College in 1984. Lisa worked as an actress, both professional and amateur, for 10 years, primarily in New York and Los Angeles. She was in some movies, did a few spots on TV, and performed on ‘Off-Off’ Broadway. Her favorite role was ‘Kate’ in “Taming of the Shrew”.

In addition to her creative background, Lisa was an active athlete in gymnastics, basketball and softball. After a knee injury, Lisa was referred to Pilates via Marika Molnar, Physical Therapist for the New York City Ballet. This was in the early 90’s in New York City while she was a Massage Therapist. Ms. Friede was first certified in a Pilates-based method in 1999 and worked at Erskine Fitness till 2000 in Seattle. Marika Molnar referred Lisa to the authentic method of Pilates and recommended she study with Lauren Stephen at Pilates Seattle International (PSI). Lisa was impressed by the constructive change her body felt and immersed herself into the vigorous training program a PSI. She was certified in the authentic method in November 2001 and has worked at PSI since her graduation. Lisa is dedicated to being supportive while stressing clarity and specificity. Lisa believes her clients are able to make significant shifts over time and has, for herself, a constant goal to nurture those changes.