ABOUT US

Because it's More Than Just Pilates.

Papillon Pilates combines the integrity of classical Pilates with thoughful, individualized instruction. Whether you’re building strength, recovering from injury, or simply looking to move better, our goal is to help you feel confident and capable in your body. 

Our Mission

At Papillon Pilates, we preserve the integrity of classical Pilates while redefining who it’s for—everyone. Rooted in inclusivity and guided by thoughtful, individualized teaching, our studio is a space where all bodies are supported, challenged, and celebrated.

Our Vision

We exist to preserve the integrity of classical Pilates in a world where it is often simplified or misrepresented—creating a space where individuals feel seen, supported, and empowered through intentional, deeply transformative movement.
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Meet Taylor

Taylor is a Peak Pilates Level 3 instructor currently enrolled in the Master Instructor Program. She is deeply rooted in classical Pilates and passionate about honoring Joseph Pilates’ original work. This, in her experience, is what truly transforms posture, strength, and the way clients carry themselves.

She prides herself on continuing education and is consistently attending workshops to deepen her knowledge and evolve as an instructor. Her approach goes beyond what you often see online, instead focusing on real, lasting results rather than just the “Instagram version” of Pilates.

Taylor has a special passion for working with clients who have limitations or injuries, helping them rebuild strength, confidence, and trust in their bodies. She believes this journey is one of the most rewarding parts of Pilates, and it’s a big reason why she loves what she does.

Through private and duet sessions, she creates a supportive, personalized experience where every client feels seen, challenged, and capable of more than they thought.

Peak Pilates
Level III

Master Instructor
Program

Personalized
Instruction

Meet Alyce

Alyce Morgan began her Pilates journey in 1995 after completing her teacher training through the PhysicalMind Institute. She opened a home studio in 1997 and went on to found Wise Body, Lafayette’s first dedicated Pilates studio, in 1999.

Over the years, Alyce has trained and mentored many Pilates professionals throughout Louisiana while continuing to expand her expertise in movement education. In 2015, she opened Embody Zest!, a studio that combined her passions for Pilates, the Franklin Method, and aerial yoga.

Today, Alyce is a Level 4 Franklin Method Educator and serves on the international faculty of the Franklin Method Institute, bringing decades of experience and a deep understanding of movement, anatomy, and body awareness to her teaching.

Teaching
Since 1995

Pilates
Edcuator

Franklin Method
Faculty

Continuing
Education