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Experience personalized Pilates training in a serene environment, guided by skilled instructor Barbara Maillard, tailored to your unique fitness goals.

About Barbara Maillard

Owner | Certified Pilates Instructor | Functional Movement Specialist

Helping You Move Better, Feel Stronger, and Live Pain-Free

Barbara Maillard is a dedicated Pilates instructor and functional movement expert with a purpose: to empower individuals to transform their bodies and lives through smart, conscientious movement. The owner of her studio at Balance Evolution & Pilates, CO Barbara designs customized, outcome-focused programs that facilitate recovery, strength, mobility, and well-being.

A Personal Journey to Purpose

Barbara found Pilates following years of chronic back pain from structural hyperlordosis and diastasis after giving birth. Discovered by her physical therapist, Pilates became not only a restorative practice—but an obsession. She was attracted to the BASI method for its emphasis on flow, precision, and depth. Her own transformation is now driving her to transform others to move freely and confidently.

Experience and Clientele

With over five years of experience, Barbara has worked with:

Athletes and dancers

Pre- and post-surgical clients

Pregnant and postpartum individuals

Seniors and clients with chronic pain or movement limitations

General population seeking functional strength and mobility

A Holistic, Science-Based Approach

Barbara combines traditional and progressive Pilates methods with contemporary movement science. Her specializations are:

Reformer Pilates, CoreAlign, MOTR, Oov, Bodhi Suspension System

Fascia-oriented therapies: Cupping Therapy, Kinesio Taping, and Graston Technique

Functional movement training for all levels—from recovery from injury to athletic conditioning

Each session is carefully planned to suit your personal goals, whether recovering from surgery, coping with chronic pain, or going through pregnancy or postpartum, or simply working on moving and feeling better.

Beyond the Studio

After living in New York City Barbara relocated to Denver in 2020. She holds a BA in an Elementary Education with a specialization in Spanish as a second language. With a strong foundation in teaching, Barbara brings clarity, empathy, and adaptability to every session and connect with clients of every learning style.

Work with Barbara

Barbara offers personalized in studio sessions at Bodhi Pilates along with virtual training options to support your movement journey wherever you are. Whether you are rebuilding strength, restoring balance, or deepening your connection to your body Barbara is here to guide you with intention and expertise.
“Your body was designed for movement- let’s move it well, together”

Skilled Professionals

Satisfied Clients

Customer Support

Your body was made to move—let’s move it well, together.

Credentials and Expertise

Barbara’s training includes:

Comprehensive Teacher Training

BASI Pilates

Balance Body Certifications

NASM Certified Personal Trainer

National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP

Certified Instructor

Specialty Training: BOSU Pilates, TRX, Pilates for Aging Populations,

Pre/Post-Natal Pilates, Pilates for Injuries and Pathologies

Manual Therapy Certifications: Fasciantor Method, RockTape Cupping,

Kinesio University Taping, Graston Technique

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