Wendy at Body Dynamics has done more to help me improve my functional mobility, stability, and…read moremechanics than 20 years of physical therapists, orthopedic physicians, and back surgeons. She is an incredible intuitive *and* academic healer, with a true gift for assessing inefficiencies and then creating exercises to correct them. It's no exaggeration to say her Vertical Method classes have changed my life. All of the Body Dynamics staff are standouts in their specialties, as are their guest and workshop teachers. And I've made the most wonderful friends here. I love this place.

I wanted to keep up my pilates practice while in town on vacation and stopped in here after seeing…read moreit on Yelp. I was pleasantly surprised with how friendly and welcoming the staff was when I came in to get information and was really looking forward to taking class. With that said, the following day I took a pilates reformer class and although it was fine it wasn't a traditional class like I expected. The reformers are old and to do side lying leg series and bridge, the instructor passed out throw pillows for us to lay on which I found a bit strange. Only about 50% of the time did the instructor queue with pilates terminology and it didn't seem like there really was a "flow" to the class. Seeing as it was a holiday week, the instructor kept leaving the pilates area to go to the front desk and help customers which I found frustrating and distracting. I do realize that Body Dynamics is geared towards an older crowd who may not be as familiar with traditional pilates but everyone should expect to get their moneys worth no matter what age. Am I glad I went? Sure! But for $22 a class, I would expect a little more...

Upon moving to Boulder I proceeded to try out a variety of Pilates studios in the area. It was…read moreafter several sessions elsewhere that I came to find Pilates Junction and Jodi Woodruff...and I have been training with her ever since. She understands the full scope of the classical method and is especially adept at knowing just how far to push you in order to realize your full potential.

I've been taking Pilates with Christina now for almost a year. Her classes are enjoyable and the…read moreindividual attention is second to none! She allows only 4 participants at a time and is acutely aware of each of our circumstances. On my first or second visit Christina asked me whether I had scoliosis. I said "no" but sure enough I needed a chest x-ray and the X-rays show mild scoliosis. As a former RN she sees physical anomalies and is quick to focus on what is needed to "balance the body". And finally Christina is just plain fun!

Christina is great. I have taken Pilates classes from her for about 10 years. She is…read moreprofessional and helpful and focuses in on what the individuals are doing for ultimate strength. I have learned a lot from her.

Amazed no one has reviewed Spring House yet. Two instructors from Apex left and started their own…read morestudio and it's wonderful! We had a really cool girls night/Pilates party a few weeks back and really enjoyed learning more about the space as well as getting some of our friends into Pilates! The experience is a flat fee and you can invite up to 8 people for a reformer class, cheese plate, followed by champagne! It was a really cool way to spend an evening.

This place is amazing! From its atmosphere to the caring and professional coaches this is the…read moreplace to be. They have a wide range of fitness levels and classes to accomodate anyone and can tailor your specific exercise to your needs at any time. Convenient class times also a plus!

KOA Fit is a second home to me. I am comfortable with all of their providers and have benefited…read moregreatly from their care. I am an acupuncturists and stand for many hours at work. When tired, my posture (at least in the past) went to crap. With their help, my ergonomics have dramatically changed which broke a headache/migraine pattern for me and greatly reduced my pain. During the Pandemic, they were a lifesaver. I did once per week online training, and when I returned to in-person, they were respectful of wearing masks (and still will if you ask them to). They installed ceiling fans to keep the air circulation moving. They have one on one training as well as a great class called Strong Balance. They also offer workshops to inspire and motivate people to step out of their comfort zone and try something new. Each week, I refer several people to KOA Fit. We have very complimentary practices. Acupuncture helps people reduce pain and inflammation, KOA Fit helps clients improve strength and muscle balance. Personally and professionally, I think they are fantastic! Whether someone is seventeen years old and wanting to be the best football player or seventy and struggling with Parkinson's, they can accommodate. Erin Pass, Acupuncture Clinic of Boulder

As an 83-year-old woman, it takes all the exercise I can do to stay in the same place. Typically,…read morepeople in their 80s lose muscle strength, flexibility, and balance. Fortunately, I have been taking Koa Fit exercise classes and doing personal training with Brenna Backe for 9 years. Despite having severe spinal stenosis which causes sciatic pain in my legs, my training with Brenna has helped me maintain strength and flexibility as I age. I live in a townhouse with 3 flights of stairs, so I climb about 100 steps a day, with no pain or problem. My core is strong and I can do planks, squats, bridges and other exercises that help me keep doing daily activities easily. The personal home exercise program that Brenna has created for me and which she continuously updates with videos that I use at home is an invaluable part of my daily routine. Over the years I have dealt various injuries, sometimes with the help of physiatrists and physical therapists. They have all told me that the years of work I have done with Brenna have clearly made a significant difference in my maintaining a good level of functional fitness. I highly recommend Brenna and the Koa Fit classes to anyone and everyone who wants to stay strong, flexible and healthy.

Having done years of Iyengar, I find Jessica's class on Fridays to be one of my favorites cuz I…read morenever know what new poses and challenges she will present. I just simply adore her and her class as it's a manageable level of tenuous (always be modified to fit my mood). Her sensitivity to the body and its capacity, individually person by person, is admirable. The basics of Iyengar are here plus often a fresh approach...lovely.

I have been practicing yoga at Yoga Shala regularly for 11 years now ( since 2013). I call this…read moreplace my sanctuary. Yoga at Shala is one of my most favorite things. I look forward to it everyday. It is all because the amazing Shala teachers. Even though I have been practicing at Shala for quite a while, everyday every posture is like a brand new posture to me but with deeper experience. I love it! I have never felt bored! Our amazing instructors lead us to a different zone effortlessly when we are in the class. I consider this my spiritual practice. When COVID hit, the owner and instructor, Octavia and Tam, provided us with online classes via Zoom. I can't imagine how I would have gotten through that difficult time without their amazing support. Now we have many practitioners all over the states and others countries. In Boulder, We can either take classes online or in studio (the studio has most beautiful views in Boulder!). Yoga Shala has helped me live my life more peacefully in the present moment! I thank you all my Shala teachers!

Pam is the best Pilates instructor I've seen. She has both the clinical knowledge and the…read moreintuitive skill to put together an amazing workout. In addition, she checks in at the beginning of a session on any body pain and can adjust the workout so that I leave pain free. Besides that, she's a wonderful human!

When I first came to Good Life Pilates, at 60 years old, I couldn't lift my right arm and was told…read moreI should start looking into rotator cuff repair surgery, couldn't walk any distance, and I was experiencing debilitating back pain regularly. Three years later, I hike all the time, I've recovered full range of motion in my shoulder, and the pain no longer controls my life. I FEEL strong, I split wood again, and I credit all of this to the work I've done with Pam Harrington at Good Life Pilates in Nederland, CO. Classes are vigorous and challenging, but Pam tailors each class to the needs of its participants, checking in at the beginning and offering modifications to suit the needs of each participant. She teaches to a wide range of ages and abilities and consistently helps people to achieve their fitness goals. All in all, Nederland is one lucky town to have such a talented Pilates teacher. If you live in Western Boulder County, or Gilpin County, and you're looking for a Pilates class, this is your new Pilates home.

Came here for a Sunday morning yoga class. The studio was nice. It's just one one but It was bright…read moreand inviting, a little different from most other studios I have been to that are more dark closed-off rooms. I don't think one is necessarily better than the other, just depends on personal preference. The studio was very clean and had lots of props available for people to use. The instructor was very nice and fun and provided a good class. You could tell she a little bit of a newer teacher but made the class fun. We did some guided imagery meditation at the end which was interesting, not really my thing but maybe other people are into it.

I moved to Colorado from Virginia and I am so happy to have finally found not just a Gem of a yoga…read morestudio but also well-practiced yogis who live by their practice. This place is a must visit.