Bonza Bodies Goal Based Training Studio

Bonza is awesome! I recently joined as part of their 50 day challenge. Their classes are great. They offer a variety of different exercises so you never get bored (not to mention they have a ton of classes each day, to fit it into your schedule!) More importantly, it’s small group training, so you get to work out with others, but it’s not overwhelming like other group classes. This also allows the instructors to give you more 1:1 coaching and support in each class. Bonza offers a really comfortable and supportive environment while simultaneously kicking your @ss!

I was so excited to attend a Bonza Bodies class after reading all of the positive reviews online… It did not disappoint.
Before my regularly scheduled ClassPass reservation I attended a 1:1 session with Jamie. The amount of things Jamie taught me in the session was unreal… My right shoulder is slightly lower than my left, I’m shaky doing lunges on my left side, I experience wrist pain, etc. Without a pause he immediately knew why and helped me understand. Within minutes he had solutions to help me improve these oh so slight abnormalities.
Jamie and the studio environment are very welcoming and comforting. It’s evident from the get-​go that Jamie and the instructors are personable, positive, and very educated/​knowledgable on the fitness technique/​program/​human anatomy. Although different from what I am used to, the exercise technique at Bonza Bodies is very effective. Not only that, but you can sense a strong familial/​cultural atmosphere, which is something that is very unique and special. Needless to say, I’m excited to return for more classes. Thank you, Jamie & team!

I have been through a lot of trainers and athletic programs and believe Jamie and Bonza bodies is one of the best in the country.
1. They strengthen and work out using functional movements. Which is essentially means that the things they do helps you with everything you do in life.
2. They REALLY know their stuff about your body. Something tweaks? They know what it is, why it is doing that, and how to help it.
3. It is all positive. They will push you to your own limit for that day — in a fun way — knowing that it changes with what life throws at you. You always leave feeling good.
All in all — I’d put a healthy bet that after a month or two you’ll end up leaner and able to: manage that mogul run /​take that mountain bike trail /​chase your kids better without worrying about hurting yourself as much. You’ll have the ‘functional’ support muscles to keep your bag of bones together this time!

The title of this review could be ‘How did a coupon change my life’. But, ultimately this story is not about me. At least, not about me only. It’s about the best small gym in Denver, Bonza Bodies and all of its members who could almost be labeled as followers. Once you experience Bonza, you will never want to go back to one of those mass classes offered elsewhere! If you really want to feel like you are in your second home when at the gym, if you want to be surrounded with like minded people who do not care what you wear, what you do for a living, but do care about YOU, you owe yourself to visit Bonza. You will find that no workout is the same, ‘routine’ is almost a dirty word, and the only routine that should be followed is to consistently show up, just be there and your exercise needs will be taken care of it. Yet, it will be done in a manner that does not offend your intelligence: as you go along, it will be explained to you in no uncertain terms why an exercise is being done in the manner, length, or intensity it is being done. If you ever need a nutritional advice along the way, there will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions and share experiences, before, after, and even during the class itself! Every instructor is a complete professional, without taking himself/​herself too seriously. Being personable and truly interested in YOUR well being is a prerogative at Bonza. So, if you are ready to meet new friends who have nothing to do with your ‘real’ life, yet everything to do with what matters the most (health, nutrition, fun), then you owe yourself to join Bonza. Checkout the attitude at the door, and check in to the best gym in Denver! Results are typical! Soon you will realize that you are the only one accountable for your results, but those results are very easily attainable when you understand what needs to be done, when and why! See you @ Bonza!!!

Thanks to a Living Social deal, I started a 7 week Transformation Challenge by Bonza. We’ve been at Red Rocks twice a week, and every time I have been just sore enough, and also motivated, energized, and feeling so incredibly GREAT.
I’ve also been fortunate enough to try a few of the classes offered downtown, and WOW. Every trainer has recognized me as a new face, introduced themselves, asked me about injuries, and has been great teachers, helping you with form and motivating you without putting you down when you just can’t do that last rep. They provide alternatives for your injuries without taking the power away from the exercise.
I did a 2.0 challenge and after 4 months, I lost +10 lbs and 2 dress sizes. Not only the physical transformation, but the mental transformation has made me a Bonza Believer! This is the first time in my life that I’ve been excited to workout, eat right, and take care of myself. I did (or am doing) all the hard work but I give huge amounts of the motivational credit to Bonza! Jamie Atlas and his team are amazing!

Bonza Bodies is exceptional. There are plenty of boot camp gyms out there, but this place is more than just a place to exercise. They really care about the success of their clients. When was the last time you left a workout and the trainer was high-​fiving everyone reminding them to eat well? That’s the kind of thing that happens at Bonza Bodies. The people who work there are well educated in fitness techniques and beyond.

YOU DO NOT KNOW WHAT YOU ARE PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY CAPABLE OF UNTIL YOU SPEND AN HOUR WITH JAMIE.
Unfortunately — I live in Southern California, so I only get to enjoy that challenge and exceed my own expectations when I am visiting my best friend. SO IF YOU LIVE IN DENVER YOU ARE FOOLISH TO HAVE NOT BEEN THERE ALREADY!
Jamie is attentive, and completely in tune with each person in class. He gives personal guidance to ensure that each person is getting the most from their workout — always aware of anyone’s physical limits, always offering adjustments to get the most from what you are doing. You will use your entire body. You will feel successful (and exhausted! in the best way).
He is a gift. He helps you to think different. He makes you believe!
DO IT!!! BONZA BODIES ROCKS!

Working out at Bonza is totally different than any other gym I’ve been to. It’s a non-​competitive environment where you can still get one-​on-​one guidance in a group setting. Jamie is awesome at pushing you really hard, helping you achieve goals, and keeping the workout fresh. I’ve never done the same workout twice. Not only that, Jamie is hilarious and keeps you laughing as you are sweating your butt off. I dropped my previous gym membership and now just count on Bonza.

I can’t believe I spent so much time on the treadmill and lifting weights. This workout goes by quickly and I’m stronger, faster and taller. OK, not taller but in better shape.
If you don’t wake up excited to get in your workout, you should check this place out.
Bonza!

Bonza Bodies is a dynamic, encouraging atmosphere where working out is actually FUN! I feel motivated to forget my daily troubles for the hour I’m working out and I know each and every time that a) I’m going to get an intense workout and b) that work out is going to vary each and every time, removing redundancy and boredom from exercise! Most importantly for me, I know that my past injuries are always taken into consideration and the trainers are going to help me recover, not ‘push me through the pain’ as some trainers I’ve worked with do.
Try one class and you’ll be hooked. Come for a week and you definitely won’t leave because you’ll begin to reach your goals!