Meet Jen Metcalf of Higher Terrain Pilates

Today we’d like to introduce you to Jen Metcalf.

Hi Jen, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I came to Aspen from Miami, Fl in 2009 after completing my MS in Physical Therapy and fell in love with the outdoor lifestyle. I worked as a trainer, and Pilates instructor while I was in school, so I had a really strong background in health, and fitness, and it was exiting to work with the athletic community in Aspen.
I decided to open a small private Pilates studio in 2016, with just a few Reformers, and then expanded in 2019 into a larger space called Higher Terrain Pilates that offers both Classic Pilates and the Lagree Method.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
The road has not always been smooth. We opened in 2019, right before COVID which was really tough for the fitness industry. We’re so thankful for the community support we received during that time, which kept us going! Being an entrepreneur isn’t easy. I opened a small business with no investors, or partners, my husband put in my floors! I worked really hard to build the studio up into what it is today, and am proud to offer a great space for instructors to teach, as well as clients to receive really great instruction.

Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know?
Higher Terrain Pilates is a Pilates studio in Aspen that specializes in form based, Classic Pilates and Lagree Method workouts.
As a physical therapist, I saw a need to offer a workout that was low impact, challenging, and focused on functional movement as a complement to the outdoor sports that our clients participate in Aspen.
Both methods offered in our studio Classic Pilates, and Lagree, complement each other, and can fit any fitness level.
We are proud to be the only licensed Lagree studio in Aspen. Many people still confuse the Lagree Method with Pilates, but they are two truly different workouts and methodologies. We are known for offering fun, and challenging classes that will push your limits while staying focused on form, and alignments with our amazing instructors. Our classes are customized to lengthen, tone, strengthen, and refresh the body.

We’d be interested to hear your thoughts on luck and what role, if any, you feel it’s played for you?
I’ve been lucky to have the support from clients, and the community in Aspen. I’m so proud of Higher Terrain, but hard work wins over luck!

Pricing:

• Classic Pilates Class Drop In $55
• Lagree Method Class Drop In $42
• Private Sessions $150

Contact Info:

• Website: https://higherterrainfitness.com
• Instagram: @higherterrainaspen