Do You Lagree?
Do You Lagree? is a podcast hosted by Michael Chipman, a Lagree Senior Master Trainer. Each episode features in-depth conversations with Lagree studio owners and industry experts, exploring their personal journeys into the Lagree method, their passion for this transformative workout, and the moment they knew they wanted to create a space and community around Lagree. Guests also share valuable lessons learned, offering insight and inspiration for practitioners, trainers, and fitness entrepreneurs.
Episodes
Ep 9: Gabriela Manescu, Owner, Body Tailor Studio, Monte-Carlo, Monaco
In this episode of Do You Lagree? host Michael Chipman welcomes Gabriella Manescu, founder of Body Tailor Studio in Monte Carlo, Monaco. What began as a vision to create a luxury destination combining fitness, skincare, body treatments, and boutique retail evolved into something even more unique when Gabriella discovered the Lagree method. In this episode, Gabriella shares how years of planning, p
Ep 8: Ellen Olson, Scorch Fitness Owner, + Briana Anderson. Lagree Master Trainers, Asheville, NC
In this episode of the Do You Lagree? podcast, host Michael Chipman welcomes Ellen Olson and Briana Anderson, Lagree Master Trainers from Scorch Fitness in Asheville, North Carolina, USA for a powerful conversation about resilience, reinvention, and the transformative impact of the Lagree method.Ellen and Briana share the unexpected path that led them from backgrounds in healthcare, athletics, and
Ep 7: Dean Grafos and Mabel Lau, Owners, Core40 Studios San Francisco and Amsterdam
In this episode of Do You Lagree?, Michael Chipman speaks with Dean Grafos and Mabel Lau of Core40 Studios in San Francisco and Amsterdam about the journey from personal turning points to building a globally recognized Lagree brand. Dean shares how a career in law and a major financial setback during the 2008 market crash led to an unexpected introduction to Lagree, ultimately shaping the foundati
Ep 6: Sébastien Barreaud + Alexia Babarit, Owners My Time Coaching, Nice, France
In this episode of Do You Lagree? Michael speaks with Sébastien Barreaud and Alexia Banarit, owners of My Time Coaching in Nice, France. They share how discovering the Lagree Method in Paris quickly changed their perspective on training. From the shock of their first class to the mental and physical intensity that kept them coming back, they discuss what drew them to Lagree and ultimately inspired
Ep 5: Lisi and Kika Hellberg, Co-Owners, Framework Studio Berlin
In this episode of Do You Lagree? Michael speaks with Lisi and Kika Hellberg, co-owners of Framework Studio Berlin, about teaching movement from the inside out. They explore why embodied practice matters, how biomechanics and nervous system awareness shape better training, and what truly differentiates a high-quality studio; from hands-on cueing to acoustics, client experience, and long-term busin
Ep 4: Sharnee Lee Scott, Lagree Senior Master Trainer
In this episode of Do You Lagree?, host Michael Chipman sits down with Senior Master Trainer Sharnee Lee Scott to discuss what truly shapes high-quality Lagree training and studio culture. Drawing from their experiences relocating internationally to build Lagree communities, they reflect on the personal challenges and long-term rewards of committing fully to the method.They explore the often-overl
Ep 3: Monica Øien and Line Hagge, Co-owners, Core Balance Norway
In this episode, host Michael Chipman sits down with Monica Øien and Line Hagge, Co-owners, Core Balance Norway in Oslo, to explore how they introduced the Lagree method to Oslo and built a thriving, community-driven studio. A story of dedication, alignment, and inspiration from two trailblazers in the Nordic Lagree scene.If you are interested in visiting Core Balance as a guest instructor, visit
Ep 2: Laura Kosinski KYSKO Studios, Geneva
In this episode, host Michael Chipman sits down with Laura Kosinski (KYSKO Studios, Geneva) to explore how offering Pilates and Lagree side-by-side lets her tailor programs to each client. Laura shares why rigorous, consistent coach training and requiring instructors to be active Lagree practitioners protect quality, while curiosity and intelligent variations keep classes engaging. She discusses h
Ep 1: Phil and Karley Creek - Blood, Sweat, and Tears Studio, London
Welcome to the first episode of Do You Lagree? podcast hosted by Michael Chipman. In this episode, Michael sits down with Karley and Phil Creek, founders of Blood, Sweat and Tears Studio in London, to talk about their path from Los Angeles to opening a thriving Lagree studio abroad. They share what drew them to become studio owners, the challenges of moving to one of the world’s most expensive cit
Do You Lagree? (Trailer)
Introducing Do You Lagree? hosted by Lagree Senior Master Trainer Michael Chipman.Each episode dives deep with studio owners and industry experts: their personal path into Lagree, what fuels their passion for this transformative workout, and the moment they chose to build a Lagree community.You’ll hear hard-won lessons, practical insights, and inspiration for practitioners, trainers, and fitness e
