The best kept secret in Palm Desert for intentional, thoughtful and transformative movement.
Tucked beneath the palms on El Paseo, Movement Bottega, founded by Missoni Lanza, is a bespoke boutique Pilates studio created for those seeking a high-touch, intelligently guided movement experience in an intimate and relaxed environment. Inspired by the Italian word bottega, meaning an artisan’s workshop, the studio is rooted in the belief that movement is more than exercise—it is a sacred practice. A place to come home to your body, be present with yourself, and take a meaningful pause from the noise of everyday life.
Movement Bottega houses a thoughtfully curated collective of hand-selected instructors—each an independent practitioner running their own bespoke business within the studio. This model allows instructors to teach from their deepest integrity, while clients receive care that is personal, consistent, and exceptionally skilled. Every instructor is chosen for their commitment to continued education, their genuine care for the people they serve, their depth of knowledge, and their unwavering dedication to safe, intelligent movement practices.
The studio serves as a platform for standout instructors to share their craft in a welcoming, collaborative environment—surrounded by peers who value precision, professionalism, and the responsibility that comes with working with the human body. Rooted in the integrity of the Pilates method and informed by current exercise science, offerings are designed to be intelligent, safe, and transformative.
Movement Bottega provides Private Training, Reformer Classes, Corporate and Private Experiences, and Workshops and Educational Programming. With just four reformers, classes remain intentionally small—ensuring you are greeted by name, never lost in a crowd, and supported with individualized attention and care.
We look forward to welcoming you into our boutique movement atelier.
Offerings
*NOTE: To book a Private or Duet Session, please visit the instructors page and contact your desired instructor. To book a Reformer Class, see the schedule below and click the name of the instructor of the desired time to book.
Meet the Collective
Movement Bottega is composed of a thoughtfully selected collective of instructors with training in Pilates, holistic movement, strength training, and exercise science. Individual rates apply. To book a private session, please select the instructor you wish to work with.
Reformer Class Schedule
Each instructor has their own rates and schedule. To book a Reformer Class, please click on the name of the instructor of the desired class time to book or inquire more information. If you would like to schedule your own private class, please reach out to your desired instructor to schedule. Each class is limited to 4 persons per class.
Instructor Contacts:
Ashley: ashleyfpierce@gmail.com
Talia: taliadawnpilates@outlook.com