A Life Shaped by Movement, Guided by Heart
I’m Elize Franceschi, a Brazilian dreamer, lucky to walk through life beside my greatest companion — my husband and co-adventurer.
In 2016, we packed our lives into a few suitcases and set out to explore the world with open hearts.
Along the way, we lived in different countries, embraced new languages and cultures, and collected more than memories — we collected growth.
A life of purpose, presence, and movement.
When we arrived in Luxembourg, something shifted. It felt like home. And it’s here that we chose to plant roots and build a life of purpose, presence, and movement.
My love for movement started early. I graduated in Physical Education in 2010, but my path with Pilates began long before that — in 2008, still at university, when I first encountered a method that felt like coming home to my own body. A year later, I completed my first Comprehensive Certification — and never stopped learning.
Over the years, I’ve taught Pilates in four countries, in many different settings: one-on-one sessions, bustling group classes, and everything in between.
One of the most defining chapters in my journey came during the pandemic. In a time of global uncertainty, I found clarity. I stayed grounded by showing up — for my students, for my practice, for the power of movement to bring us back to ourselves, even through a screen. It was in that quiet, persistent dedication that I understood even more deeply what this work really is.
Pilates, for me, is more than technique. It’s listening. It’s guiding. It’s a way to hold space — for strength, for healing, for growth.
Care and curiosity
I teach with care, with curiosity, and with reverence for the method that has shaped my life. Not chasing trends, but staying true to the essence — and always leaving room for play, for laughter, for what makes us human.
If you’re looking for a place to move, to breathe, to reconnect — I’m here.
Let’s meet you where you are. And move forward, together.
“Change happens through movement, and movement heals.”
— Pilates, J.
What They’re Saying
“Pilates with Elize has been a game changer for me. I feel stronger, more balanced, and more connected to my body than ever before. Her sessions are the perfect mix of challenge and calm—and I always leave feeling refreshed and empowered.”
“I started Pilates 5 years ago. It changed my body in many ways, but most of all I got stronger and more flexible. I like Elize’s way of teaching Pilates: small movements executed precisely, step by step she guides us. I see and feel my progress.”
“I have been going to Elize’s pilates classes (mat & reformer)for 5 years and she is the best teacher for me. She is very attentive and always gives me alternative exercises if I needed a modification because of injuries. Every single class is varied and interesting, working every part of my body. She is not only a great teacher but also a wonderful and kind person. I highly recommend Elize’s class for anyone from beginners to advanced students.”
“I’ve had the pleasure of training with Elize for two years, and she’s one of the most exceptional Pilates instructors I’ve met. Her deep knowledge, precision, and attention to safety are present in every session.
What truly sets her apart is how she challenges and supports you with the perfect balance—always with a smile. Her respectful, warm, and down-to-earth approach makes every class enjoyable and motivating.
Whether you’re a beginner or advanced, you’ll feel inspired to grow in her classes. Highly recommended!”