Erin Brooks, PT, DPT, NCPT Physical Therapist/Pilates Instructor
Hi! I’m Erin. I am a board-certified physical therapist and Pilates instructor. I earned my B.A. at Luther College in Decorah, IA with coursework in biology and mathematics. During my undergraduate career, I fell in love with geometry, physics, anatomy and biomechanics: the foundation of movement. I also competed in varsity cross country and track and field; my specialty being the 3000m steeplechase. The steeplechase is an incredibly athletic event and I only wish I had known about Pilates back then!
After college graduation, I bummed around Boulder, CO for a few years. I worked in a bike shop and a bakery; I ran many miles and cycled even more. I dabbled in triathlon. Eventually, I figured out how to use all those math and physics and anatomy classes and started my physical therapy degree. I earned my clinical doctorate in physical therapy at the University of Colorado Denver in 2010. A year into my practice, a major injury to my spine and pelvis led me to the magic of Pilates. I knew little about the work, but intuitively believed it could help to heal me and support my injuries. I was right. Soon after, I earned my Pilates teacher certification at The Pilates Center in Boulder. I have since logged thousands of hours of class and individual instruction, as well as thousands of hours of personal practice. It just might be an obsession.
I truly believe that physical fitness and happiness go hand in hand. Muscular strength is just as important, maybe even more than, cardiovascular fitness. Ideally, they grow and develop together. Strength work should be fun, rewarding, and empowering. It should help us age gracefully and healthfully. It should help prevent falls and injury whether you are 20 or 50 or 80 years old. “Thin” does not mean healthy, and “overweight” does not mean unhealthy. Strength transcends size and Pilates builds uniform strength. Try it.
Outside of Pilates, I love early morning runs where I solve all the problems. Then coffee. Mountain biking with my squad of strong lady friends is about as good as it gets. My pillow fort building game is strong, I was taught by the best engineers: my daughters. And I can hold my own on skate skis with my husband. Someday, someday, I’ll perfect that loaf of sourdough bread. To go with my coffee.
Kaitlyn Hildebrand, BA Pilates Instructor
I am a certified Pilates instructor, having graduated from the Pilates Center’s comprehensive instructor training program. My passion lies in helping people discover their inner strength and learn how to carry that strength into everyday life, whether that’s cross-training for a sport, moving with more ease, or simply feeling healthier and more connected in daily activities.
My ultimate goal is to bridge the worlds of Pilates and physical therapy. I plan to begin physical therapy school in the summer of 2026, with the vision of helping people regain control, autonomy, and confidence in their bodies through movement and mindful practice. I feel especially grateful to be mentored by Erin Brooks, who is modeling the exact path I aspire to, bringing together the healing power of physical therapy with the transformative practice of Pilates.
I earned my bachelor’s degree in Outdoor Education and Environmental Studies from Western Colorado University, where I developed a deep appreciation for both teaching and the natural world. That passion for the outdoors continues to shape who I am today. When I’m not in the studio, you can usually find me skiing, rock climbing, or backpacking, activities that fuel my love for movement and inspire the way I guide others.
At the heart of my teaching is the belief that everyone has the capacity to feel strong, mobile, and empowered in their body. I look forward to supporting clients on that journey.