Our Story

Westlake Pilates was born from a shared passion for movement, community, and mindful living. Layla and Nicolette met during the same Pilates training cohort, where long hours of practice, study, and mutual encouragement quickly turned into a meaningful friendship. What started as a shared journey through certification soon became a shared vision: creating a boutique Pilates space that feels personal, supportive, and intentionally designed.

Both Layla and Nicolette are working mothers of two, balancing family life with their deep commitment to teaching. That lived experience shapes everything they bring into the studio—from thoughtful programming and efficient, purposeful workouts to an emphasis on sustainability, strength, and self-care that fits into real life.

While they operate under their own individual DBAs, Layla and Nicolette share the Westlake Pilates space as a collaborative home for their practices. Each instructor brings her own unique flavor, perspective, and teaching style, offering clients the opportunity to explore Pilates through different lenses while enjoying the same elevated, welcoming environment.

Together, they’ve created a studio rooted in connection, respect, and high-quality instruction—right here in South Austin.

We invite you to get to know both instructors, explore their offerings, and find the approach that resonates most with you. Whether you practice with Layla, Nicolette, or both, you’ll find yourself supported every step of the way at Westlake Pilates.