About Me
Your well-being
is my passion
Meet the Founder
Lisa Deveaux – Founder & Pilates Instructor
Lisa Deveaux is a comprehensively trained Pilates instructor with a B.A. in Economics from The University at Albany and a 20-year background in the financial services industry, where she worked as a project manager and business analyst on technology-driven projects.
Her Pilates journey began over 25 years ago—with a mat on the floor of her bedroom and a DVD as her guide. What started as a personal practice quickly grew into a passion. Lisa believes deeply in the transformative power of Pilates and that every body deserves access to its benefits.
In 2019, she transitioned from lifelong student to teacher, completing her certification through KF 360 Pilates & Wellness under the guidance of Kimberly Fielding. Lisa is comprehensively trained in mat, reformer, chair, trapeze table, and ladder barrel. A devoted lifelong learner, she has completed the Heritage Training Program with Cara Reeser, a trauma-informed yoga certification through Exhale to Inhale, the AnatoMat Anatomy Intensive with Danica Kalemdaroglu, and several Advanced Mover Series with Maria Earle.
Outside the studio, Lisa is an avid traveler with an insatiable curiosity for culture, cuisine, music, and human connection. She journals most mornings, delights in a good book, and savors her tea—always without sugar.
Unlock Your Wellness Potential Today
Rely on me for Pilates classes in the Brooklyn area
In both Brooklyn and Manhattan, you have the opportunity to work with Brown Skin Wellness, where Lisa Deveaux offers a unique blend of traditional Pilates exercises with contemporary variations that stay true to the Pilates method and system. Her 25+ years of experience, personal training and practice, combined with a background in project management and business analysis, provide a deep understanding of workplace stress and the challenges you face. Imagine stepping into a session where the atmosphere is calm and inviting, and you can feel the tension leaving your body. Have you ever wondered how a personalized approach can make a difference in your wellness journey? Lisa’s trauma-informed instruction ensures that every session is safe and inclusive, honoring your unique needs.
Lisa’s comprehensive training across all Pilates apparatuses (Chair, Reformer, Ladder Barrel, Trapeze Table, mat, and several props) means you benefit from versatile, expertly-guided instruction. Her passion for Pilates and belief in its transformative power, mental, and physical benefits, drive the personalized attention you receive. With a holistic approach that combines breathwork, meditation, and Pilates, Lisa addresses both your physical and mental wellness needs.
Contact us to start your Pilates practice and wellness journey with Brown Skin Wellness.
Why Locals Choose This Option
- Personalized attention from a dedicated and comprehensively trained instructor
- Inclusive sessions that honor every body
- Holistic wellness solutions combining Pilates and meditation
- Expert guidance from a lifelong learner
- Access to the full set of Pilates apparatuses
- Gain a practice that allows for muscle balance, increased mobility, strength, flexibility, and body tone.