Lalita Method

Born and raised on Long Island, Olivia spent her college years in Upstate New York before briefly living in Florida and eventually settling in the DMV. Growing up in a family that prioritized health, wellness, and movement, she developed a lifelong passion for helping others feel their best.

After starting her career in art and education, Olivia followed her passion into boutique fitness. Her background includes teaching bootcamp, VersaClimber, and barre, and she’s excited to continue expanding her Pilates knowledge with plans to pursue her certification in the future.

As Studio Manager at Lalita Method, Olivia loves creating a welcoming, supportive space where clients can connect with themselves and their wellness journey. When she’s not at the studio, Olivia can usually be found with her pug, Finn, exploring local coffee shops and plant stores, spending time outdoors, or anywhere near the water.

Important Studio Access Updates | June 9th- July 1st🤎

Temporary security procedures will be in place during this time. While your class experience will remain the same, there are a few important updates regarding building access and parking.

Please check your email for full details, and don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions. We appreciate your patience and understanding!

After taking more than 250 Pilates classes, Sam discovered a deep passion for the practice and felt inspired to step into teaching. She brings that firsthand experience into every session, creating an environment that feels both supportive and approachable.

Sam is dedicated to helping clients build strength, improve mobility, and move with greater confidence. Her classes are thoughtful, encouraging, and tailored to meet people where they are—whether they’re brand new to Pilates or looking to deepen their practice.

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Move, recover, and reset with us.

Join Lalita Method and Impact Your Fitness for a wellness experience designed to introduce you to strength-building, nervous system regulation, and recovery through guided, live demos in our Biohacking Lab.

Tickets are $25 and include three customizable sessions — recovery services and/or a Reformer 101 class — plus a smoothie from South Block.

Click the link in our bio to register. After booking through Walla, you’ll receive a link to select and customize your three sessions. Come and experience what it feels like to support your body from the inside out.

Move, recover, and reset with us.

Join Lalita Method and Impact Your Fitness for a wellness experience designed to introduce you to strength-building, nervous system regulation, and recovery through guided, live demos in our Biohacking Lab.

Tickets are $25 and include three customizable sessions — recovery services and/or a Reformer 101 class — plus a smoothie from South Block.

After booking through Walla, you’ll receive a link to select and customize your three sessions. Come and experience what it feels like to support your body from the inside out.

Vote Lalita Method for Best Pilates Studio and Best Wellness Experience in DC! Voting is open now through June 1st, and winners will be featured in the Best of the City issue this summer.

The link to vote is in our bio. Thank you for supporting our studio!

Zhei is a certified Pilates and Barre instructor who has been leading dynamic, feel-good group classes since 2021. Her approach is rooted in mindful, breath-led movement designed to help people feel strong, supported, and at home in their bodies. She teaches both in person and online, creating classes that are approachable, intentional, and genuinely uplifting.

Known for her energetic and empowering style, Zhei blends low-impact strength work with thoughtful sequencing, music, and clear, educational cueing. She also loves expanding beyond the studio—leading creative movement workshops, special events, and, more recently, teacher trainings.

Outside of teaching, Zhei is a creative at heart. She’s a published illustrator and certified menstrual cycle coach who enjoys junk journaling, strength training, and spending time in nature with her dog, Milo. You’ll often find her with a great meal in front of her and her Kindle close by.