Business Details
24 Years
experience
Transform Your Body with Expert Pilates Training in Boulder
Bolder Pilates was founded in 2002 by Donna Rosen, whose personal journey with chronic back pain led her to discover the transformative power of Pilates. Our studio in downtown Boulder, Colorado, offers personalized training and small group classes designed to help clients achieve lasting physical and mental well-being. With a team of highly experienced instructors, we prioritize individualized attention, blending traditional Pilates techniques with innovative, adaptive methods tailored to each client's unique needs. Our mission is to empower individuals through mindful movement, fostering strength, flexibility, and body awareness in a welcoming, community-oriented environment.We specialize in therapeutic Pilates for chronic pain, prenatal/postpartum care, and athletic performance enhancement, ensuring every client receives expert guidance and support. Over the past two decades, we have cultivated a reputation as Boulder's premier Pilates studio, earning recognition as the Best Pilates Studio for eight consecutive years and the Best Female-Owned Business in 2022. Our commitment to excellence, combined with a focus on holistic wellness, makes Bolder Pilates a trusted partner in your health and fitness journey.
Services
Private Pilates
Group Classes
Prenatal Pilates
SUPilates
Corporate Training
Therapeutic Pilates
Teacher Training
Pilates Parties
Rehabilitation
Athletic Performance
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in therapeutic Pilates and chronic pain management.
- Our instructors blend traditional and adaptive methods for personalized, results-driven sessions.
- Awarded Best Pilates Studio in Boulder for 8 consecutive years.
- Specialized prenatal/postpartum programs designed by certified experts.
- Small group classes ensure individualized attention and tailored instruction.
What people say
Top notch instructors
Compassion and understanding
Amazing results in pain relief
Personalized attention
Welcoming community
Services
Private Pilates Training
Private Pilates Training offers one-on-one sessions tailored to individual goals, whether rehabilitating injuries, enhancing athletic performance, or improving core strength. Our certified instructors use customized equipment-based workouts to address postural imbalances, chronic pain, and muscular weaknesses. Clients benefit from dedicated attention, precise form corrections, and progressive routines that evolve with their fitness journey, ensuring optimal results and long-term wellness.
Prenatal Pilates
Prenatal Pilates provides safe, effective workouts for expecting mothers, focusing on core stability, pelvic floor strength, and posture alignment. These sessions prepare the body for childbirth while mitigating common pregnancy discomforts. Instructors modify exercises to accommodate each trimester, emphasizing breathwork and mindful movement. Clients gain confidence in their physical capabilities and establish foundational strength for postpartum recovery, all within a supportive, nurturing environment.
Small Group Classes
Small Group Classes limit participation to six students, ensuring personalized instruction while fostering camaraderie. Sessions blend mat and reformer exercises to build full-body strength, flexibility, and coordination. Instructors provide individualized adjustments within the group setting, balancing structure with adaptability to suit diverse fitness levels. The intimate class size promotes accountability, motivation, and community engagement, making advanced Pilates accessible without compromising quality.
SUPilates
SUPilates combines Pilates principles with stand-up paddleboarding on Boulder Reservoir's calm waters. This summer-exclusive class challenges balance and core engagement through floating-board exercises and paddling movements. Participants enjoy an outdoor, low-impact workout that enhances stability, coordination, and cardiovascular health. The unique environment offers mental rejuvenation alongside physical conditioning, making it a popular seasonal offering for all fitness levels.
Therapeutic Pilates
Therapeutic Pilates specializes in injury recovery, post-surgical rehabilitation, and chronic pain management. Certified instructors collaborate with healthcare providers to develop protocols addressing conditions like scoliosis, joint replacements, and sports injuries. Sessions focus on neuromuscular re-education, gentle strengthening, and mindful movement patterns to restore function. Clients experience reduced pain, improved mobility, and accelerated healing through evidence-based Pilates techniques applied in a clinical context.
People
Donna Rosen
Owner + Instructor
Donna Rosen founded Bolder Pilates after overcoming chronic back pain through Pilates. With certifications from Ellie Herman and Therapeutic Pilates programs, she combines 22 years of teaching experience with physical therapy expertise. Her approach blends creativity and technical precision, earning the studio eight Best Pilates Studio awards. Donna fosters a welcoming environment where clients receive compassionate, results-driven instruction tailored to individual needs.
Di Bartko
Instructor
Di Bartko brings decades of Pilates expertise, having completed Heritage Training with Cara Reeser and applied the KSG method in orthopedic rehabilitation. Certified since 1984, she merges somatic counseling principles with Pilates for holistic client care. Her teaching emphasizes mind-body connection, helping clients achieve structural balance through personalized, thoughtful instruction aligned with their physical and emotional well-being.
Jessica McKee
Instructor
Jessica McKee holds a BA in Dance and certifications in Pilates, yoga, and personal training. With 15+ years in fitness, she specializes in pre/postnatal care and athlete conditioning. Her innovative methods incorporate anatomy workshops and neurocentric fitness principles. Jessica tailors sessions with playful precision, making complex biomechanical concepts accessible while maintaining rigorous technical standards for optimal client outcomes.
Julia Greenberg
Instructor
Julia Greenberg earned her Kinesiology degree and classical Pilates certification in 2014. After a decade teaching in Los Angeles with physical therapists, she returned to Boulder as an Equinox trainer. Her sessions integrate sports science and rehabilitative techniques, particularly beneficial for athletes and postpartum clients. Julia emphasizes continuous learning, recently completing graduate-level Pilates education to refine her evidence-based teaching approach.
Melissa Clark
Instructor
Melissa Clark, with 22 years of teaching experience, holds advanced certifications from The Pilates Center and Thai Yoga Therapy. Formerly a healthcare accountant, she combines financial discipline with fitness expertise to create structured yet adaptable sessions. Her background working with diverse clientsfrom celebrities to post-surgery patientsinforms her holistic approach, focusing on safe, effective progress regardless of age or physical condition.
Questions
What Pilates formats do you offer for beginners?
We offer private sessions, small group classes (up to 6 people), and prenatal-specific sessions. Beginners typically start with three discounted private sessions to learn foundational techniques before joining groups, ensuring proper form and safety.
Can I participate in virtual Pilates sessions?
Yes, all our services including private sessions, group classes, and therapeutic Pilates are available virtually via Zoom. Virtual participants receive the same personalized attention and modifications as in-studio clients.
Do you work with clients recovering from injuries?
Our instructors specialize in therapeutic Pilates for injury rehabilitation, including post-surgical recovery and chronic pain management. We collaborate with healthcare providers to create safe, progressive programs tailored to individual medical needs and limitations.
What makes your instructors unique compared to other studios?
Our team holds advanced certifications across multiple disciplines (physical therapy, dance therapy, sports rehabilitation) with an average of 15+ years experience. Many serve as teacher trainers, bringing both technical expertise and diverse teaching perspectives to each session.
Are gift cards available for purchase?
Yes, we offer digital and physical gift cards redeemable for any service including private sessions, group classes, and workshops. You can specify a custom amount during purchase through our website or request mailed physical cards.
Do you offer corporate wellness programs?
We provide on-site and studio-based corporate classes focusing on posture improvement, injury prevention, and stress reduction. Programs can be customized for office workers, athletes, or teams, with options for ongoing weekly sessions or single wellness workshops.
