Dynamic Pilates to transform body and mind

WHAT IS PRESCRIPTION?

Prescription is the first Dynamic Reformer Pilates studio in Lisbon. Founded by STOTT trained fitness lover Vanessa Motte, it aspires to fill a void within the practice of Pilates, with powerful, dynamic, fun and inspirational classes. Working both your body and your mind in a way that will test your limits and meet your needs, it’s your prescription to the best version of yourself.   

I am Vanessa Motte. Originally from France, I moved to Lisbon in 2018, after 15 years living across Paris, New York and London. I’ve always loved fitness and have tried every workout class in Lisbon and beyond. I’ve observed that Pilates in Portugal is mainly taught in a physiotherapeutic way and even the Reformer classes are taught in a classical way. Of course, this is the foundation of Pilates as envisioned by Joseph Pilates, but I wanted to make Pilates even more empowering, fun and inspirational. And accessible, too. To make this version of Pilates come to life in my beloved city, I’ve launched Prescription, the very first Dynamic Reformer Pilates studio in Lisbon. Prescription brings together my passion and my purpose. While the name echoes the medical origins of Pilates, it also creates new possibilities. It is Pilates, only slightly faster, and better!

I am lucky to be surrounded by the best team to make this vision come to life. We’ve all experienced first-hand the transformative power of Dynamic Pilates, strengthening both the body and mind, building leaner muscles and positive feelings that translate into an empowered approach to life. We cannot wait to welcome you to our studio and help you uncover the best version of yourself. 

See you on the Reformer!

Meet the Team

  • Eloise Hazlewood

    COACH

    I’m Eloise. I am open, friendly, approachable and eager to motivate others. I strongly believe in the power of positive thinking and that anything is possible once you put your mind to it. I love to help others to get in touch with their own bodies and push them to achieve things beyond capabilities they knew they had. My approach to class is to create an encouraging space where everyone can be themselves while exploring new movement capabilities. I love passing on knowledge and leaving people energized & ready to take on the world.

    — STOTT pilates matwork instructor

    — STOTT anatomia functional certification

    — STOTT pilates reformer instructor

  • Elena Vertegel

    COACH

    Hi! I'm Elena, a woman with various interests and deep trust in humans' superpowers. I enjoy life to the full, rain or shine. My background is in dance. Ballet school taught me discipline and contemporary dance introduced me to myself. I believe that focus, strength and joy are the main ingredients to achieve our goals, and that is the reason I chose to teach Pilates. My approach in class is to create a space where people feel comfortable and motivated in a room full of genuine and high-frequency energy. My playlist is your playlist! See you off the floor!

    — STOTT pilates matwork instructor

    — STOTT anatomia functional certification

    — STOTT pilates reformer instructor

  • Amy Uys

    COACH

    I am Amy. A fitness and wellness professional originally from South Africa, who has traveled the world over the past 10+ years working in education, wellness and hospitality. I have taken my love for education and paired it with my passion for the wellness industry. As a qualified intuitive health coach I am a firm believer in the bio individuality of my students and am passionate about creating classes that are fun and effective. My philosophy is that we are only truly successful when we have helped other to achieve success, which is my goal as an instructor, I want to see you win, whatever that looks like for each of you.

    — BarreBody Barre teacher

    — BarreBody Pilates Teacher

    — Institute for Integrative Nutrition Health Coach

  • Thiago Z Borgheresi

    COACH

    I'm Thiago, a physiotherapist with a specialization in osteopathy. I've been teaching Pilates since 2012, and I recently learned about the Dynamic Pilates method, which allows us to have a wonderful challenging time working out on the Reformer machine. I am proud and happy to be part of the Prescription team. My classes are designed to help you improve your own performance, take charge of your body, and lessen the stress that may frequently take a toll in this process. We train and push ourselves to our highest level possible. Every workout has a "why" because our body is a result of "what" and "how" we choose to take care of ourselves.

    — STOTT Pilates certified (2012)

    — Bachelor degree in Physiotherapy

    — Master degree in Muscle-Skeletal Dysfunctions

    — Osteopathy with School of Madrid (EOM)n goes here

  • Camille Lavail

    COACH

    Hi! I’m Camille. I’m half French and Danish, originally grew up in France until I moved from Dublin to Copenhagen, Paris and Berlin for the past decade. My background is a corporate career as a Manager in beauty & wellness tech companies. My passion for wellness initially originated from childhood during which I trained in competition level tennis and was introduced to strength conditioning and deep work practices such as Pilates. In 2022 I reconnected with that passion once and for all, training and teaching private classes. My approach to class is to offer a safe, encouraging yet challenging space where you can meet yourself and grow through connecting to your mind, body and soul. Expect a focus on anatomy and alignment, inspiring playlists and good spirits when you come. See you there!

    — Re:Form BEBarre Teacher Training Program (2022)

    —  Re:Form BEBarre Signature Applied Movement Anatomy (AMA) (2022)

    — Stanford University Online School of Medicine Introduction to Food and Health (2020)

  • Lauren Jarman

    Lauren Jarman

    COACH

    I ’m Lauren. From dancing at a young to lifting heavy weights, my body has been through it all. I am experienced in teaching weightlifters, football players and prenatal clients. I love to help people feel good and make them realise their capabilities. After being dragged along to Pilates at 13 (having no idea what it even was) to now pushing people to feel strengthened, lengthened and ready to take on the world.

    My classes are designed to work through your whole body, stemming from the core and of course the glutes aka booty. I believe in creating a solid base from the centre so you’re able to improve your strength and flexibility with full control.

    — Future Fit Mat Certified

    — Apprenticeship Equipment trained (Reformer, Cadillac, Barrel, Chair)

    — Pre/postnatal Pilates

    — Common Orthopaedic conditions

  • Rosemary Hauser

    Hi, I’m Rosemary. I’m an energetic woman who believes in the power of movement for body and mind. I have traveled the world being a Flight Manager, observing different cultures to learn people that move the most live the longest. My love is to inspire people to feel their very best and to discover the limitless possibilities of the physical body. I am a former dancer and keeping the body strong and flexible is the key to protecting and healing it from injury. When I discovered Pilates, it was the magical package of strength, control and flexibility. I am always excited to share that magic with students as they watch their body change in a short period of time. At Prescription, I will focus on private classes where I will help you find the best version of yourself with my experience.

    — Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training

    — Pre&Post Natal Specialist 

    — BASI Certified—Matwork and Equipment Instructor

    — BASI—Pre and Post Natal Pilates Specialist

  • Tatiana Kyselicova

    Hello, I am Tati, a Slovak girl with a Brazilian soul. For my entire life, I had been looking for the sport which would completely steal my heart I believe that as a Reformer pilates instructor, I can change my clients’ lives in a microclimate as Pilates turned my life upside-down (in the best possible way). My mission is to make you connect deeper with your muscles. My passion for anatomy makes me search for greatness on reformers and my latino soul reflected in my playlist hopefully makes you all enjoy the ride! Let’s together find 55 minutes to work on the most important project of our lives - on us! Because, if we create light within ourselves, we make everything around us shine as well.

    — STOTT pilates matwork instructor

    — STOTT anatomia functional certification

    — STOTT pilates reformer instructor

  • Sergio Queirós

    Hello, I’m Sergio. Born and raised in Lisbon, my journey from gymnastics to football ignited a lifelong passion for movement and sport. Now, as a dedicated advocate for your well-being, I’m here to guide you on a journey to becoming the best version of yourself—stronger, healthier, and happier. With a focus on the dynamic Pilates method, I craft sequences that strike the perfect balance between strength and flexibility, challenging your body in all the right ways. In group classes, rest assured that your individual needs are seen and cared for.

    — Bacharel in sport science by University of Lisbon 2010

    — Post graduate in club management

    — Authentic Pilates Formation

  • Liliana Coimbra

    Hi I’m Liliana, I have been a student of Pilates for over 10 years and decided to take my passion to the next level by becoming certified in Classical Pilates. I hope to inspire more people to move their bodies and live a life well lived.

    To find so much passion in movement has been the most rewarding, therapeutic and humbling experience. I’m so in awe of what our bodies are capable of.

    Join me on the reformer where I will be guiding you through some spicy dynamic flows that will leave you feeling energised.