De Pilates was founded by Isabela Depalatis, a professional dancer and certified Pilates instructor with a background in performance, movement research, and rehabilitation. Her teaching blends artistry with precision, offering clients a thoughtful approach to strength, alignment, and overall well-being.

Pilates has been an essential part of Isabela’s own journey, first as a tool for recovery after leg surgery, and now as a way of guiding others toward resilience and vitality. Trained in the respected lineages of Ron Fletcher and Romana Kryzanowska, she integrates classical foundations with a contemporary understanding of movement to create sessions that are both restorative and effective.

Isabela’s experience includes teaching at Equinox, KOR, University of California, Irvine, and Pilates on Main, where she worked with a wide range of clients seeking strength, recovery, or elevated performance. Through De Pilates, she now offers a highly personalized practice tailored to individual goals and lifestyles. Whether in the studio or in the comfort of home, each session is designed to support healing, enhance movement, and promote lasting wellness.

At De Pilates, the philosophy is simple: movement should empower, restore, and enrich life.