ABOUT SOLATÉS
Immerse yourself in the tranquil embrace of Sound Healing, Pilates, and Yoga with a soul connection during curated classes at Solatés by Samantha.
Meet Samantha
Samantha Popa is a Certified Crystal Alchemy Sound Healer, Pilates & Yoga Instructor, and Meditation & Breathwork Guide with a mission of inspiring others, promoting healing, and elevating the well being of the world.
Her passion lies in supporting the healing of others using the power of sound, meditation, pilates, reiki energy healing, mindfulness and other modalities. Her custom healing offerings work to correct any imbalances in the mind, body and soul. Samantha holds space facilitating sound bath meditation events for corporate and private clients across the globe.
Samantha brings her 13 year background as Bridal Designer and owner of A Bride By Samantha created in Andrea's Fashions now in West Hollywood, CA. A Bride by Samantha creates an innovative, custom bridal design experience and has worked with high profile clients from celebrities to large corporations. As the owner and lead designer of A Bride by Samantha, Samantha has led all marketing, social media, customer relations, and design efforts for the brand. She was one of the first to create non traditional sustainable wedding gowns. Past clients have been featured in Vogue, Martha Stewart Weddings, Green Wedding Shoes, Loverly, The Knot, The Wedding Chicks, and Carats and Cake. Winner of Best Custom Bridal Designer in 2019 and 2020 by California Wedding Day Magazine.
Inspired by her own personal healing journey, Samantha began teaching private Pilates & restorative yoga in college after suffering a fall from a horse in high school during competition.
When she returned to LA she began teaching celebrity clients and infusing elements of wellness in her training. This connection between wellness and her love of fashion tied together at A Bride by Samantha. With every bride that said yes to the dress, they would receive a rose quartz bracelet symbolizing love, marriage and fertility. Her feminine, dynamic experience of styling, design and passion for holistic healing come together to create unique, innovative experiences in the wellness and fashion industries.
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“Samantha’s Sound Baths are pure magic.
“Her breath work helps release the day and her sound healing puts me into this special place where I feel aligned with my true-self. Her bowls are my favorite combination of all of the sound healers I have been to (I have been to quite a few). They can totally shift my energy from scattered and anxious to aligned, calm, calm and focused. I highly recommend her!”
— Michelle Accetta✹ ✹ ✹ ✹ ✹
“She offers so much wisdom and an intuitive sense of deep healing.
Samantha shares her years of training and expertise in sound healing, Reiki energy healing, Kundalini yoga, energy work and many other modalities in a way that feels easily understandable. … I’m grateful beyond words for this experience and am so happy I trusted the call. Ever since opening myself up to this healing, so many blessings have entered my world.”
— clea u.✹ ✹ ✹ ✹ ✹
“Samantha’s sound bowl healing is like an audio xanax;
It instantly puts me in a meditative, relaxed state and sometimes even knocks me right out to sleep if i'm laying down and had a tough day! A great practice before bed, when I'm stressed or overwhelmed. 10/10 would recommend. Get a personalized one on one virtual or in real life session if you can, you won't regret it.”
— Kelly Pantaleoni✹ ✹ ✹ ✹ ✹
“Thank you so much for the wonderful Sound Bath session today.
I have always wanted to experience a sound bath and glad I was able to. It was amazing and I am feeling so relaxed and at peace. ”
— Carolyn
Solatés retrains the mind to think positively, to open yourself to the highest levels of strengthening, healing and balancing by using crystal alchemy sound bowls, yoga, and Pilates.
The definition of solate is to become a sol. In chemistry, it is to change from a gel into a liquid. Samantha created Solatés which offers a combination of mental and physical movements utilizing your breath to strengthen, balance and move energy in the body to be the healthiest and happiest version of soulful self.
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Solatés is a method of using mantras, mudras, movements and positive affirmations combined with Pilates and yoga, followed by a reiki infused Soundbath guided meditation.
A class and space creating safety and allowing the imbalances of the body to strengthen and regenerate for total body activation and clearing of the chakras.
Benefits of Pilates
Pilates promotes mobility and strength of all the major muscle groups in the body in a balanced fashion, whilst also having a key focus on the deep core muscles. It improves posture, flexibility, strength, balance and body awareness.
I find that the Pilates reformer offers cushion and support to your body. It is why I love teaching Pilates. No matter your body’s age or strength it will help you lengthen and tone. “
I find that the crystal alchemy sound bowls’ vibrations also give you cushion to your meditation and life. I have created a class that offers you support to balance and heal in all aspects of your mind, body, and soul.”
What is Sound Healing?
Based on ancient healing techniques, vibrations of sound work on a cellular level to recalibrate the mind, body, and spirit.
These healing frequencies stimulate alpha and theta brain wave frequencies, balance the hemispheres of the brain, and promote a sense of ease and inner peace.
In addition to relief from chronic pain and migraines, benefits of a Sound Bath include improved sleep, reduction of stress and anxiety, as well as a renewed sense of well-being, calm, and happiness.
What are the benefits?
Meditation and sound healing has a long list of benefits like to reduce pain and inflammation in your body, help reverse heart disease, help reduce stress, increase blood flow, slow the heart rate and so much more. The benefits of Sound Healing include increases to focus and clarity, decreases of tension and fatigue, boosts to your mood and decreased feelings of anger, improved sleep, and elevated feelings of spiritual well-being.
Experiencing anxiety, grief, and depression, as a result of life?Is it time to tap into your inner divine light and truth to transform into the best version of yourself?The opportunity is here for you. Frequently Asked Questions
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GROUP CLASSES: 14 hour cancellation policy
Late Cancel: $15
No Show: $25
GROUP CLASSES: 24 hour cancellation policy
Late Cancel: $15
No Show: $25
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Grip socks are required for all Reformer classes. Grip socks are designed to enhance your stability, safety, and comfort during exercises. If you forget to bring your grip socks, don't worry! We have a (very cute) selection available for purchase at the studio.
A water bottle is recommended — we have a purified water station at the studio.
Otherwise, dress comfortably for movement. There are lockers in the studio for storing your phone, bag, and additional items.
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It is recommended to bring a blanket and eye/sleep masks to make for an extra deep and relaxing experience for your body. We have blankets and eye masks available to purchase as well. You are also welcome to journal what came through during your experience after to help manifest your intentions.
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Yes! There are four parking lots associated with Sunset Plaza — all offer 24/7 security and are free to park in. One is adjacent to the studio and the three others are close-by. There is also metered street parking available on Sunset Blvd.
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Feel free to call or text the studio line at (213) 709-2282, or email samantha@solates.com.
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Pricing varies by class, appointment, or package. To view our current pricing, please visit the Classes page.