Service: Labor and Birth Doula Context: Father, 2nd Child,…read more1st at-home birth Despite our preparations, our first birth taught us that we can always know, prepare, and expect more. We met Julie in our doula interviews early in our preparations, and with our first home-birth, we knew we needed someone with the knowledge to build our trust, the confidence to direct when needed, and the serenity to alleviate our anxieties. Julie brought every one of those to the table, and more! During our first birth, I couldn't help but feel like a third-wheel, understanding key parts of the birth, but serving mostly as an observer, with the occasional comforting words. In preparation for our 2nd, Julie offered both live Q&As, and preparatory, informative, and engaging classes, which helped prepare not only my wife, but myself in both what to expect and how to engage with each part of the birth. Rather than only observing, or waiting for direction, I became an active participant, predicting and understanding my wife's needs, while also being able to adapt as needed. As labor's frequently do, ours started late in the night, and with a quick call, Julie assessed the situation and determined to come over to help, even in the early stages. As a doula, she helped guide us into active labor, recognizing when we hit hurdles, and confidently and calmly discussed alternative positions and practices. Serving not only as doula, she frequently provided updates that would help our midwife determine how far along we were, and stayed by Laura's side through delivery! In the interest of time, I'll end with an appreciation of Julie's ability to frequently bridge the gap when all the participants became a little too single-minded; Julie would swoop in, suggesting breaks, and even cooking up some delicious meals! Even afterwards, Julie visited and brought a smorgasbord of home-cooked foods, taking the weight off of running a household, and letting my wife, my children, and myself, take time to simply be with each other. Thank you so much, Julie, for not only being what my wife needed, but helping me to be the same! P.S. For the Mother's perspective, Laura's review should post soon!

I'm so happy awakening mother is now on yelp! I met Julie at her Aquarian circle. I was pleased to…read moreget to know her and learned that she was a doula, I was researching to find one since I was recently pregnant. The more I got to know her, the more I felt she was perfect for me during this birth journey of mine! She is kind, patient, smart, nurturing, thoughtful, and so much more! She has deepened my knowledge of kundalini yoga, meditating and chanting. I feel so fortunate to have found Julie, she is truly an angel. I recommend her to everyone who is pregnant or wants to get pregnant. I am so happy that she has added hypnobabies to her doula services, I find it to be quite helpful. I want to scream from the mountain top to spread the word of what a gift Julie is, but in the same breath I want to keep her all to myself, she's that wonderful! If you're looking for any of the aforementioned services, look no more, Julie is the one!

I attended THYS when I lived in CO and I visit every time I return to the area. I love classes with…read moreKitty, the owner- she has studied yoga for a majority of her life and the depth and knowledge of her own practice shows in the wisdom she brings to her teaching. Her knowledge of anatomy shows too; she gives these small cues in class that have changed an entire pose for me. She is not just giving a class, she offers guidance on life. In the over-saturated wellness space of Boulder County, it's my favorite studio. COVID-19 note: The one star-reviews listed here seem to me to be an effort to encourage the studio owner to change their COVID-19 vaccination policies. If I were in Colorado right now, I would respect THYS's current COVID-19 safety policies, even if it meant I couldn't come just yet; I know I'd be welcomed back in time, everyone will be welcomed soon enough.

Hidden Yoga is a place that you can learn a lot about everything yoga - (with effort.) Kitty…read more(the owner) has decades of knowledge and experience with Instructing, YTT Training, Chanting, Meditation, and her Workshops are a perfect way to expand your yoga practice. I just took a 30 Day Yoga Challenge at the studio and it was one the best things I could have done for myself. Kitty gave out WONDERFUL prizes for those that finished and participated! I couldn't have loved it more! All the Instructors at Hidden Yoga Studio give challenging and invigorating classes - a great mix of asana postures flow, breathing, stretch, meditation and relaxation. The atmosphere and energy at Hidden Yoga is welcoming and magical. I love to spend much of my time there; learning from the instructors and having fun!

What can I say about this studio that isn't widely known already?…read more The coaches are amazing! The equipment is in a great condition and properly serviced. The cleanliness and disinfectant efforts are outstanding. The pricing is impeccable when you consider what you're paying for-- a class time of group personal training, access to cardio and weight equipment, lockers and facilities, exclusive OTF gear (shirts, shorts, pants/leggings, jackets, towels, water bottles, etc.), AND the use of heart rate technology for coaches to view your progress during class and for long-term goals. I once used a personal trainer, and it was just over $2,700 for 25 classes with the trainer, and I had to drive to his apartment to use its gym. Like, OTF is the way to go if you want the dedication, attention to form and progress, accountability, and wonderfully inclusive community. This studio has 13 treadmills, 13 rowers, 13 weight floor spots with additional weights on shelves in two areas, 2 stationary bikes, and a strider (elliptical?). However, with the pandemic still an issue and capacity limitations in place, classes are currently limited to 12 people total (6 treadmill spots and 6 rower spots, with the option of someone using a bike or strider). Classes right now are 45 minutes instead of 60, but with the frequent transitions and "blocks," you definitely get an incredible workout in! The office staff are superb as well, and they're there to troubleshoot any issue or answer any question one may have. Two bathrooms, two showers, MANY lockers, a few water stations, and an amazing sense of community is found here! If you've been on the fence about giving it a try, I can only tell you that I am SO glad I did 18 months ago. I fell in love immediately and have never looked back!

The trainer was awesome! I do not remember his name but he had a big beard and tattoos. ( I only…read morepoint that out because I want him to get kudos) We did ours on a Saturday morning but the trainer was very motivated and pushed the class hard. I really enjoyed his workout and the way he came across to the people. You can tell he cared and actually wanted you to get the best workout. We were drop-in's from out of state but will definitely go to this one again. Very welcoming with out of town people. With all that being said we got an awesome workout with great people. Thank you Orange Theory, you rock!

I wanted to check out this new gym because I heard it was huge and it is a lot bigger than the one…read moreI am currently going to! They have so many different machines and lots of space and we tried a bunch of the glute machines and LOVED them. It is a little further from my house but I might have to come here more often. Everyone was friendly and it was super clean. But overall great experience.

It's brand new so hard to have complaints. All new equipment and the staff has been friendly. Was…read morein there the other day and the staff were actively wiping down equipment. I love seeing this as it will keep the place nice. The layout is great and look forward to trying out some classes soon. Has all the equipment one needs for a good workout.

Club Pilates in Boulder County, Colorado, is a great place to learn and progress your Pilates…read morepractice. The instructors are very knowledgeable, provide great cues that keep me focused and have a great sense of humor, humanity and music choices. The classes at Club Pilates are never boring. The instructors are always changing up the routines so they are never routine. But there is more - Club Pilates provides a great community of wellness and caring. All instructors and members are supportive of new members, members facing life's challenges and respectful of member's privacy. Members can dip in and out quietly or spend a valuable moment talking with Club Pilates friends, members and instructors.

A Transformative Pilates Experience with Maria at Club Pilates Longmont!…read more I can't say enough great things about Club Pilates in Longmont, especially about the incredible instructor Maria! From the moment class began, Maria exuded a warm, professional energy that immediately put everyone at ease. Her guidance was spot-on -- she provided clear, thoughtful cues that helped me really connect with each movement, and consistently reminded us to focus on our breath work, which made a huge difference in how I felt during and after class. The workout itself was the perfect balance -- challenging yet totally achievable. I left feeling stronger, more grounded, and completely invigorated. Maria has a gift for making everyone feel supported, regardless of experience level. Her attention to detail and encouraging style pushed me to go just a little further, without ever feeling overwhelmed. She's one of those instructors you instantly trust -- her knowledge, presence, and joy for teaching shine through in every moment. Honestly, I'd follow Maria anywhere -- she's that good. Whether you're a Pilates newbie or a seasoned practitioner, I wholeheartedly recommend checking out Club Pilates Longmont and booking a class with Maria. You won't regret it!

My partner and I couldn't recommend Sashi enough. Even though we were on a budget, she was kind…read moreenough to start working with us and it's been an absolutely wonderful experience from the beginning. She listens to us closely, makes wise suggestions and has a unique knack for moving us forward on the true sticking point of the situation. As a bit of a closed off boy, it's not always pleasant - but it's always good for me. Also, my partner is studying therapy and so she also appreciates that Sashi knows her stuff on the intellectual underpinnings of this work as well as she knows the heart work. Our relationship has grown much stronger thanks to Sashi and we recommend her to anyone looking for a kind ear.

I've just started working with Boulder Nutrition and Exercise in the last couple months and really…read morelike their services. I'm focusing on nutrition to hit some weight goals and changes in my eating habits. Everyone has been so encouraging without putting on too much pressure. I love how they create easy-to-accomplish goals. I've nearly lost 10 pounds through small changes in my eating habits already! I can't wait to have more time to add in the personal training too.

I just wanted to let you know that the weight loss continues! I am down to 148 lbs, about a 6lb…read moreweight loss. I am very happy with the meal plans and quantity of food I am eating. The plan itself is very doable and takes little thought on my part once I got a system down. The biggest benefit is I find I snack less (meaning just randomly putting food in my mouth) and have a clear sense of portion sizes and overall food consumption for the day - something that had been sorely lacking prior.

First, I love corepower yoga and the classes themselves, but customer service and troubleshooting…read moremembership issues at this specific location was very frustrating. I am a member of Gympass, which I pay $160/month for and this includes access to CorePower. I went to the studio and tried to check in for class but the app would not populate. I explained to the lady at the front that I was a Gympass member and if we could figure out how to check me in so I could attend class. She instead said she wasn't sure how to do that and we could take care of it after class. After class, she started making me a new membership and said she would either have to bill me or start my "free week". She ended up referring me to her manager who also said the same thing. The manager was even more unhelpful, kept calling gympass and class pass, and additionally accused me of showing up last minute to class when I had been there 15 minutes early, My frustration is that I already am paying for my access to be there, I explained to them I was a Gympass member BEFORE entering the class, and If I would have known I couldn't use it and would be billed I would Not have proceeded with the class. I shouldn't need to start a "free week". But instead I feel led on by false pretenses and lack of help.

I had been going to the cherry hills location but recently moved north. This studio is smaller with…read moreonly one studio room, meaning there's only one class at a time. The changing area is so much nicer up here though. Private restrooms (not just a single stall), three showers, plenty of cubby space and two mirrors for getting ready. Kris was my instructor today for yoga sculpt and she kicked my ass to say the least! This class reminded me why I need to get back into it. Sculpt gives you a lot of cardio while also forcing you to stretch throughout.. you will never leave a class without sweat soaking every inch of your body. Loved finding this studio close to home and will be frequenting often! Plenty of free street parking. Easy to find.