I've been to many Pilates studios and classes from here to the east coast and am happy to share that this is the real deal! The studio is easy to access (from any direction in town) and has a large parking lot. As it's just off the beaten path traffic and parking constraints are not an issue. The studio is sparkling clean and there are always refreshing beverages to enjoy if you forget your water or tea at home. Sometimes there are treats too! Forgot your socks or want a stylish new top or leggings? They have those available too! Bolder Pilates has also been known to have fun events over the years - some in studio and some in local parks. Hooks near the entrance as well as an area for footwear lend a homey feel and let you stow your stuff nearby when attending class. While my first and fave instructor was Lexi I have met many others over the years. The owner, Donna is also a wonderful, knowledgeable, motivating and welcoming instructor. The group classes I've attended had about 5-6 students. Being in a class of this size ensures not only wonderful personalized instruction but also our safety which is very important and often overlooked at studios that just pack em in like sardines. Instruction is clear and the knowledge and expertise the staff have of the musculoskeletal system is evident. Incorporating Pilates into my wellness practice gives me a better sense and strength of my center, posture, and peace of mind. With an improved posture I feel on top of the world and ready to tackle whatever life throws at me next. read more

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I have taken classes with the owner (Donna) for over 15 years. She is amazing. When the studio was first opened, I was slightly hesitant trying different teachers, but they have all been fantastic. During Covid I started taking Zoom classes and continue to be grateful for them while I am spending the winter away this year. I'm not exaggerating when I say that I have never not felt immediately better after taking a class whether it's private, group, in person, outside or on Zoom. As I approach 60, I know that taking these classes is one of the most important things I can do to keep me on my bike, on the trails, and living my best life. Thanks Donna & Lexy & everyone else at BP!! read more

I love Bolder Pilates! The staff/owner are super friendly and are amazing teachers. The SUP class on the Boulder Res is a great summer activity. read more

I've taken Pilates at a lot of different studios for a number of years and never have found any set of instructors so university skilled and caring about their clients. You could not find a better location. read more

I can't say enough about Dani S. and Boulder Pilates! I love the vibe in this studio. I've been working with Dani for a few months and the results are phenomenal. Dani is knowledgeable, kind, motivating and not at all intimidating. I highly recommend Dani at Boulder Pilates. read more

With over 15 years of teaching experience, Donna brings a unique and effective approach to the Pilates Method. I have worked alongside her at Bolder Pilates for many years, and I am completely confident in her ability to transform and further rehabilitate just about any person - whether they are an elite athlete or someone recovering from complex injuries. Donna goes above and beyond with her clients and tailors every session with precision to the specific needs of the client; she gives safe and effective cues and modifies exercises when necessary. Donna is always my first choice in recommending Pilates sessions to any of my patients, and I hear nothing but praise in return. Korinne Dodd PT, DPT read more

I am doing Prenatal one-on-one pilates with Donna and it's great for me to get stronger and ready for my first baby. She is extremely knowledgable, and makes me feel safe and secure as my body changes. I definitely recommend her studio (I have also worked with Lexy who is also great). The studio itself is beautiful and clean. read more

I've had experiences at numerous fitness centers (Barre, Orange Theory, and typical gyms) but working with the team at Bolder Pilates has been a wonderful experience. First I never knew how beneficial and challenging pilates could be for someone with injuries who also wants to push themselves. The team at Bolder Pilates pushes me to my limit while being mindful of multiple injuries. Oh and they're hysterical too which makes the hour fly by. I would highly recommend Donna and her team! read more

I went for my first-ever Pilates session this morning and thank goodness Lexy knows what she's doing! As a massage therapist, it's important that I care for my body as best as possible so that I may fully support my clients. This morning's Pilates session was a humbling and rejuvenating experience. I learned so much about my posture, habits, and how to correct them over time. I also experienced quite a mental workout! If you've been trying to "be present" in your meditation practice, well...forget your practice for a while and go do Pilates! read more

I have been taking Pilates at Boulder Pilates since Sept. 2017. I am in my 60's and was curious about the benefits of Pilates. While I enjoy the process of core strengthening and learning about the importance of balance and staying lifted I was extremely surprised by the other benefits of Pilates. I have had chronic back and nerve pain for 15 years. I've had injections, PT, massage, dry needling and other body work. I have been pain free since October. I am grateful for my instructor, Dani, her patience and sense of humor guiding me through my hour of power!! Also, the studio is a calming and lovely space. read more

My back hurt from riding my bike and running, and I knew I needed to strengthen my core, but I could never get motivated enough to actually do anything about it until I met Donna Rosen of Bolder Pilates. I had always heard about Pilates, but I had no idea what it was....I was intimidated to start because I'm not particularly coordinated or graceful. Donna started working with me at the most basic level and gave me the confidence to continue. I've had essentially no back pain since and I've stopped taking Advil almost entirely. She is a great teacher and has made a huge difference in my life. read more

Pilates with Donna Rosen is like having someone know exactly what's going on with you from the inside so you can be strong from your center out. She is absolutely attuned to her client's needs and I always learn something new whether it's alignment and positioning or just how to heal myself through the correct use of motion. I thank Donna for defining my wedding and beach bodies. Bolder Pilates is a secret gem right in downtown Boulder. They keep winning Best of Boulder awards so it sounds like the secret's out. I'd make a visit. Pronto. You'll feel and look better in no time! read more

Love, Love, Love Bolder Pilates! Come here if you want to find your healthy! They offer group and private classes and the studio is beautiful with great light. Donna and her team are excellent Pilates instructors and I always walk out feeling taller and energized! read more

Taking Pilates from Donna has changed my life. I had gotten a headache every day since I was about seven years old but after strengthening my core and working on my posture I have been almost completely headache free for eight years now. I don't often look forward to working out but I always enjoy Donna's classes. She's easy to work with and makes Pilates fun. More recently I was in a car accident that totaled my car when my son was six weeks old; Donna put me on the fast track to healing my neck injury so I didn't have to miss out on holding my baby. Although I've gone to Donna to heal injuries, I'm happy about the side effect of getting in the best shape of my life which happened surprisingly fast. read more

I discovered Bolder Pilates at the beginning of my third trimester of pregnancy. As I gained more weight in my belly, I felt I needed help to achieve a good sweaty workout without overdoing it and causing harm to my body or baby. That's exactly what Bolder Pilates offers! During every session I got a great full-body workout, exercising muscle groups that I wasn't even aware of. Donna made sure I didn't overdo any of the exercises, since ligaments are more prone to over-stretch while pregnant. She taught me how to engage my abdominal muscles while breathing, a simple exercise that when practiced regularly, would help prevent me from diastasis recti. I wasn't aware of this possible side-effect of pregnancy, and now 3 months postpartum, I think those exercises helped prevent my abdominal muscles from separating making the healing process much easier. I also learned safe exercises I could do at home on my exercise ball and foam roller that helped alleviate the daily aches and pains during late stages of pregnancy. I left every session feeling energized and looked forward to the next session, since Donna is so fun to hang out with! read more