Rallysport Health & Fitness Club

Kevin Guidi is one of many great trainers at Rally Sport. He says Rally is like Cheers (the TV show) because everyone knows each other. Kevin talks about a client who came to him with the attitude of «tell me exactly what to do, and I’ll do it». Not only did this client lose 110 pounds, but he also became a close friend of Kevin’s. Kevin says, «when you can become a part of their life, it’s more than just the few hours you see them in the weight room. It’s about effecting them in so many other ways.» Hear more of Kevin’s story at

I really have enjoyed this club since I joined last February. It is an older club which gives you a real Boulder feel and has a nice cross-​section of people from the town. Cool architecture and plenty of amenities. Newly updated equipment and fantastic trainers!

I’ve been a member at Rally for the past 10 years, I started going there before I met my hubby and had our daughter who is now 3. I cannot begin to tell you how much Rally is a part of our family life now every single day! From the AMAZING classes and instructors to the INCREDIBLE child care and community, Rally is far more than a health club — its a close knit circle of caring, kind wonderful trainers, instructors, teachers, therapists and friends who all come together here to live a healthier and more fun life together at Rally. We workout here, our daughter LOVES their daycare and preschool and has grown up with Paula and Cindy and this incredible community… she also can’t get enough of their kids yoga and dance classes, we just wish they had more kids class offerings. But, she can’t walk in the door without everyone saying hi to her, they all know who is she is and greet her by name and there are very few places like that left in this town that seems to get bigger and more corporate every day, while Rally stays real, community focused and has the best classes, staff and instructors ever! From KP who makes us yummy healthy delish meals at the café to Erin and Melissa who are always there to help, motivate and fix anything needed, to Taylor and Jackie who run the best swim program in town to the world class yoga classes, pilates and group power — we love Rally and are there every day and cannot say enough good things about this health club! Plus, the make over is AWESOME and looks so great. Sure, there are fancier clubs in town, if thats what you’re into I guess, but If you’re into community, amazing food, incredible workouts, terrific childcare programs and the little slice of heaven that is Rally… its right here, they have it all, look no further and join today or you won’t know what you’re missing out on =)

A gem in the midst of the myriad of health clubs in Boulder. Rallysport is well equipped and staffed with amazing personal trainers that will safely help you achieve your goals.

A friendly staff does not make up for the seedy premises. There is a lot, of deferred maintenance everywhere you look. I have been coming here as a guest with a friend who is a member. I would not join this club.

I’ve been meaning to write this review since I joined Rally in 2009. When my oldest daughter turned one, I decided it was time to begin getting rid my baby belly and overall mush. Even though I do live in beautiful athletic Boulder, I have never been a regular exerciser. So, I was a little intimidated before I even walked in. However, my intimidation was left at the door. Here’s my bullet point review of Rally Sport.
1. Very welcoming. They smile, use my name, say hi and bye and greet my three girls (often by name).
2. Childcare is AMAZING! Ms. Paula, Ms. Michelle, and Ms. Cindy (there are many others) have been there since I started. I can’t tell you how comforting it is that my girls love being there. The consistency in loving caregivers is so appreciated.
3. More on childcare — — - they change diapers! Some other gyms said they’d have to come and get me off the treadmill if my baby needed a change. It feels nice knowing that I can relax for two full hours of uninterrupted «me» time.
4. One more on Childcare… they give the kids snacks. Yes, they give the kids snacks. And… nut free. (in case of allergies)
5. No weird billing issues. I’ve had to put my account on «medical hold» a few times and had absolutely no accounting problems.
6. Personal Training. I called the front desk and explained that I wasn’t the «exercise type», have had a baby recently, and needed some guidance. I also requested that I be given a trainer who’d be understanding. Enter amazing Gina. They connected me with just the right trainer, who helped me (lovingly) get in the best shape of my life before I got pregnant with baby #3.
7. Great workout equipment.
8. Massage. Yeap, they offer massage. In a nice, relaxing massage room. Lori K. rocks.
9. Their café offers healthy, yummy food. Karen and her team behind the counter will have lunch ready at whatever time I need it. I just order it and write down what time I’ll be ready for it. So, I can hop in the shower and lunch is ready when I’m done. How cool is that? (And Karen has always been willing to graciously answer my random cooking questions.)
10. Kids love the pool (starts at zero feet like the ocean) and swimming classes.
11. Changing rooms have… q-​tips, cotton balls, hairdryers, shampoo and conditioner, nice smelling flowers, a bathing suit spinney thing, a hot tub, sauna, and steam room (not sure if these are the same thing?), and private shower stalls. Oh, and they give you towels, as many as you need.
12. There are über-​athletes working out there, über-​swimmers, über-​weight lifters, über-​yoga peeps… AND there’s also regular people (like me) with regular bodies right there too.
So, in summary, everyone chooses a qym that meets different needs. Here’s mine. First, to know that my kids would be safe, happy, and well taken care of. CHECK. Secondly, I needed a place I could take a break from being a mom. A nice cozy, relaxing, rejuvenating place just for me. CHECK. Thirdly, I wanted to get and stay in shape. CHECK and working on Checking again now that I’ve had baby #3.
I know I may sound corny, but these are the reasons I call my gym «Rally Spa».

I had been a client at Rallysport for about four years and was a regular in the step aerobics class. I took some pole fitness classes at another studio to explore other forms of exercise. I was very quiet about my new hobby because I feared criticism. I’m a married mother of two and was looking for something fun and challenging to do.
Once I started teaching pole classes I posted some tame and tasteful studio shots to announce my new classes to my friends on Facebook. My aerobics instructor, who was unfortunately a «friend» on FB saw the photos and in class with about 50 people in it, many whom I didn’t know, she said, «Hey everybody, have you seen the pictures Vivienne put on Facebook?»
My posts were limited to friends only.
She got on the floor and started posing in prone and splayed positions. Then she jumped up and started violently thrusting her hips and pumping her arms and said, «Look what Vivienne taught me in her pole class!» (She never took a class from me.) Then she ran up to a support beam and started humping it, «I learned everything I know from Vivienne!»
I knew she was baiting me so I didn’t respond. She came up to me and got in my face and said, «What, you aren’t talking to me now?» I replied, «I’m just trying to work out.» She stormed off saying, «Well, as an instructor it would be nice if your students acknowledged your presence,» and so on.
It was too much. I was humiliated and furious so I left. Soon after I quit Rallysport, listing harassment and public humiliation by that instructor as the reason. Rallysport never contacted me.
I ran out my final month’s contract and on my way out of the gym the GM cornered me in the bathroom and said she was sorry but the instructor was a special person with big gifts and with those gifts come great challenges. She never even asked what happened, surely she already knew.
Rallysport is full of wonderful people. The food in the café is great, there are lots of great classes, and the trainers are friendly and knowledgable. Their daycare is staffed with truly caring people. But this situation floored me. I have witnessed and heard of many other clients who has been harassed, grabbed, bullied and publicly shamed in class.
I cannot imagine why any business owner would allow clients to be treated this way and not take action. It is truly unfortunate. I loved going there and was sad to leave but I could not face going there any having to run into my aggressor, even though I stopped taking her classes.
And that’s why I think Rallysport is the worst gym in Boulder.

On this sunny and windy day in Boulder I was invited to Rallysport to experience the Tour de Sufferlandia after 2 hours of cycling pain with Apex Coach Neal Henderson I succumbed to the warmth and tenderness to a great new health club.
I’m sure you’ve all experienced the «fill in the blank» variety of health and fitness clubs across the front range but what I received placed them in the behind the velvet rope in amenities, customer service and most of all food.
Why? well after a punishing cycling workout, even thou I had my own fan and staff provided me with several towels to keep my «perspiration» off my bike and I dragged myself back to reality I was delighted and amazed at the healthiest post workout options, from smoothies, wraps, protein filled sandwiches and a variety of electrolyte balanced recovery drinks, everything was fresh and served with a smile even while I couldn’t produce one!
Listen this is great facility, clean changing areas, great pool (who doesn’t love the smell of chlorine in the morning???)
So all in all it’s the FOOD that’s what I want and that’s what will keep me coming back.
I’m really simple give me an exceptional workout with professional staff and feed me to keep my body healthy and that’s what is different here at Rallysport!

Rallysport is truly an awesome gym. It is never excessively busy, has a friendly, laid back staff, and everything a première gym should have.
There are certainly newer gyms — but coming from a 2 year membership from 24hour Fitness, this gym is just what I needed.

I go here for squash, only one court but my buddy and I are the only ones that play.
Nice remodel staff is great, and overall the facility is wonderful.

I am a regular and big fan of rally sport. The staff is super nice, has learned my name, my regular order at the café, and generally just gets it right in terms of service. I love the fact they are open till 11 and usually go late to work out almost alone to my hearts content. I also take advantage of the pool, the raquetball/​squash courts and the rowing machines. Mostly, however, I’m a weights kind of girl and do a lot of them here. My trainer, Dawna, has been more than awesome. I can’t recommend her enough having lost 30 pounds and on my way to loosing more.
Also, there are usually no kids underfoot because they have a great day care that seems to have been soundproofed and is away from the adults trying to sweat in peace.
I didn’t mind the locker rooms before the renovation this fall, but the club is very modern looking now with new dark wood services, tasteful stone and glass and complete overhaul of the lockerrooms. They are SUPER nice now.
If you don’t care that much about flash, and want a place to workout where people know who you are and are super nice, this is the place to be.

Fantastic classes, SUPER friendly staff (from card swipers to instructors).
You can really do it all here, although I think the classes are the thing that keeps me coming back and sets Rally Sport apart. Although you could come and set your own workout just fine with their year-​round outdoor pool, well-​equipped (although sometimes crowded) cardio room, and ample free weights and machines, you should really take advantage of all they have to offer as far as classes go. Spinning, Pilates, Yoga, Kinesis and Ski Conditioning have all been much more effective than any other classes I have done, and the instructors really care about helping you push yourself while at the same time recognizing your limits. I am somewhat obsessed with Amie and Melissa and how far they’ve gotten me over the past 8 months.
Of course, if you’re in it for the most up-​to-​date locker room, this might not be the place for you. But, if you want people who are consistently nice and caring, equipment that is way more than adequate, and fantastic classes that will leave you in the best shape of your life, go to Rally.

Rally Sport really is as good as it gets. It has a great family friendly atmosphere. But the vibe stays young and fun. I went in with a friend (using her once a month free guest pass), and the club gave me a free one week trial! Yes I know it’s probably because they are losing members to newer clubs like Colorado Athletic Club, but it was still a really nice gesture. The employees really make an effort to connect with every person who walks in the door.
It is expensive, but let’s face it, we live in Boulder… we are doing okay.
I Have now been a member for a few months and I’m very impressed.
It’s not a new building, it could use a few renovations, and yes, you can find more stuff at a YMCA or something. But is it really worth it? Nothing beats a tight knit community.

If you like an old club Rally Sport is for you. From it’s dated locker rooms to it’s dark and crowded workout areas, this place needs a remodel desperately. The hot tub by the pool is complete with outdated jets. I’ll give a thumbs up on the steam room though very good.
If you like your Pilates changing from Classical to Stott overnight with no notice then this is the place for you. Communication of upcoming changes are non existent. When they turn things upside down on you and you dare complain, you are greeted with we are doing a slight modification. Not the kind of business willing to work with the members to make sure they stay. This member is leaving after more than 2 years.
Check it out for yourself and make your own conclusion. In my opinion you can do far better for your money elsewhere in Boulder such as the new Boulder Athletic Club, Boulder One Fitness, YMCA, or Boulder’s own Rec Centers.

For 3 years now I’ve been going to Rally Sport for their ski conditioning class or what I like to call ass and leg torture.
The group fitness class is super fun, upbeat and will work you so hard it hurts your feelings. Amy (the instructor) is a superb teacher and really knows how to whip you in shape for powder days.
The club itself has got to be one of the best staffed as far as knowledge towards personal fitness and nutrition.
Another bonus here is the «Kinesis» class. Check it out…