Move better. Feel stronger. Live well.

Westwood Pilates is a fully equipped Classical Pilates studio located in West Los Angeles, offering tailored Private Sessions and Group Classes in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Since our founding in 2013, we’ve grown into a vibrant community that supports clients of all backgrounds—from first-timers to experienced instructors.

Our reputation extends beyond Los Angeles, with Pilates teachers and enthusiasts traveling from South Korea, Canada, Brazil, and across Europe to learn and train in person or virtually in our studio. We’re proud to be internationally recognized for our dedication to the classical method and personalized instruction.

Rooted in the original work of Joseph Pilates, Classical Pilates, also known as Contrology, is a systematic approach to movement, not just a series of exercises. It’s designed to improve posture, core strength, flexibility, and alignment through carefully sequenced exercises on specialized equipment.

Highly functional and deeply effective, Classical Pilates boosts athletic performance, helps prevent injuries through consistent and regular practice, and promotes lasting wellness - supporting better posture, balance, and quality of life, especially as we age. At Westwood Pilates, we’re proud to preserve the integrity of this timeless method while tailoring it to your individual needs.

The Studio

Meet the Team

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    Daniela Escobar

    OWNER AND LEAD INSTRUCTOR

    A lifelong mover, Daniela discovered her passion for movement at the age of five when she began dancing. She went on to perform professionally for over two decades…

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    Nathalie Gonthier-Thomas

    INSTRUCTOR

    Nathalie is a certified instructor through Jill Cassady’s Pilates Technique, Inc. She first discovered the benefits of Classical Pilates after her pregnancy. From her first private…

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    Francine Rodrigues

    INSTRUCTOR AND STUDIO ASSISTANT

    Francine received her Bachelor's degree in Physical Education from PUCRS in Brazil in 2012. After working as a swimming teacher for a while, she found…

Independent Instructors

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    Regina Santos

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    Bobbi Green

  • Ali Bragard

  • Asayo Yi