ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC
Boulder Community Acupuncture
3405 Penrose Place, Suite 202, Boulder, 303-443-3034
Silver: Acupuncture Clinic of Boulder
Bronze: Boulder Bodyworks
Jennifer Wyler, Stephanie Wilson and Jennifer Kralowetz join together to offer individualized acupuncture care through Boulder Community Acupuncture. The company’s sliding pay scale both lets you decide what you can afford and increases the accessibility of care. After a session here, you’ll walk away with more energy and less stress.
BARBER SHOP
Floyd’s 99
Multiple Locations
Silver: Voodoo Hair Lounge
Bronze: Rollin’s Barbershop
Write-in: Boulder Hair Collective
Floyd’s 99 is it — fresh trims, new styles and excellent service keep our readers’ hair glistening and luscious. Since it was founded by a pair of brothers 20 years ago in Denver, it now boasts over 125 locations nationwide that offer cuts, fades, color and shaves.
CHIROPRACTOR
APEX Chiropractor
183 S. Taylor Ave., #162, Louisville, 720-328-1790
Silver: Boulder Sports Chiro
Bronze: The Joint
Shane Kurth founded APEX Chiropractor to help people thrive in life, not suffer through it. With nearly 20 services treating conditions from asthma and ADHD to neck pain and headaches, this company is a one-stop-shop for community members to feel better in their bodies.
CLIMBING/PARKOUR GYM
The Spot
3240 Prairie Ave., Boulder, 303-379-8806
1754 Dogwood St., Louisville, 303-317-3770
Silver: Boulder Rock Club
Bronze: Movement Climbing + Fitness
When the climbers of Boulder aren’t scaling slabs in Boulder Canyon or trad climbing in Eldo, many head to gyms scattered around the county. With stellar gyms in both Boulder and Louisville, our readers choose to send it at The Spot. Members of the “Spot Fam” get unlimited climbing, exclusive gear discounts, and free guest passes and fitness classes.
DANCE STUDIO
Alchemy of Movement
2436 30th St., Boulder, 303-449-4410
Silver: Avalon Ballroom
Bronze: Boulder Ballet
Write-in: Studio Shira
Reconnect with the joy of movement at Alchemy of Movement, a studio that prides itself on community as much as dance and fitness. “Hyped AF,” “Party Hip-Hop,” and “BOLD Booty Blast” are just a few samples of Alchemy’s classes designed to be fun and high energy. New members are always welcome, and first timers can get a $30 for 30 days deal.
DAY SPA
St Julien Hotel and Spa
900 Walnut St., Boulder, 720-406-9696
Silver: The Dragontree
Bronze: jlounge
Write-in: Woodhouse Day Spa
Unwind. Relax. Put cucumbers on your eyes. And you don’t have to do it alone — professional stylists and therapists are available for services like facials, massages and keratin smoothing treatments. All that and more is available at the St Julien in downtown Boulder, the winner of our Best Day Spa category. If you work up an appetite along the way, Jill’s Restaurant & Bistro inside the St Julien offers breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week.
DENTIST
Boulder Smiles
1636 16th St., Boulder, 303-443-4417
Silver: North Boulder Dental Group
Bronze: Comfort Dental
Write-in: Niles Family Dentistry
Boulderites are no exception to the national craze for perfect teeth. But it’s not all aesthetics at our readers’ go-to dentist, Boulder Smiles — the business also takes pride in its restorative dentistry to maintain healthy oral hygiene in its customers. That said, Boulder Smiles is one of the most complete dentist offices in the county, offering treatments like porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, dental implants, gum recontouring and more.
GOLF COURSE
Flatirons Golf Course
5706 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, 303-442-7851
Silver: Indian Peaks
Bronze: Boulder Country Club
In the semi-arid high-desert climate across the Front Range, there’s a hidden 130-acre oasis featuring fresh-cut grass and 18 holes of golf. The Flatirons Golf Course, managed by the City of Boulder, was originally designed in 1938 to emulate a traditional-style course for players of all abilities — just don’t let the excellent view of the Flatirons distract from your back swing.
GYM/FITNESS CENTER
Colorado Athletic Club
1821 30th St., Boulder, 303-501-1700
505 Thunderbird Drive, Boulder, 303-499-6590
Silver: Boulder Rock Club
Bronze: Longmont Rec Center
Write-in: The Fitness Edge
It’s always the right time to start working on your chiseled summer bod. Colorado Athletic Club is the place our readers go to get their sweat on, or simply hang out and peruse through the latest Boulder Weekly. It’s known for its personal trainers, swimming pools, large fitness areas and family friendly programming.
HAIR SALON
Voodoo Hair Lounge
2100 Pearl St., Boulder, 303-449-4453
Silver: Roots A Hair Studio
Bronze: Twig Hair Salon
Write-in: Boulder Hair Collective
Voodoo Hair Lounge is consistently voted as one of the best hair salons in the county, and this year was no exception. Not only does this salon deliver great results, but its customer service, culture and overall experience is unmatched. As a bonus for us eco-minded folk, Voodoo also values sustainability — diverting 93% of its waste.
HOSPITAL
Boulder Community Health
4747 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, 303-415-7000
Silver: Foothills Hospital
Bronze: Avista Adventist
A reliable hospital is vital in our growing communities in the county, and as the medical field rebounds from the pandemic, access to exceptional healthcare is more important than ever. According to the Rural Health Information Hub, nearly all of Colorado’s counties were experiencing a shortage of health professionals in 2022. Boulder Community Health, which has served the area for a century, provides that resource for our readers.
LASIK SERVICES
Boulder Eye Surgeons
4745 Arapahoe Ave., Suite 100, Boulder, 303-444-3000
Silver: Colorado Eye Center
Bronze: Eyecare Center of Northern CO
Boulder Eye Surgeons has operated in Boulder County since 1997 — offering personal care and surgeries for patients needing cataract, glaucoma, retina and cornea related services. The company recently expanded its services, adding a second location in Boulder.
MARTIAL ARTS
Easton Training Center
Multiple Locations
Silver: Tran’s Martial Arts
Bronze: Boulder Karate
Write-in: One Dojo
After first opening as Easton Brazilian Jui Jitsu, Easton Training Center has now expanded to nine locations around the Denver metro, including in Longmont and Boulder. The training center also added numerous martial arts classes, including kickboxing and muay Thai. The youngsters are welcome here too — the company has martial arts classes and ninja nights for kids.
MASSAGE
St Julien Hotel and Spa
900 Walnut St., Boulder, 720-406-9696
Silver: Apex Massage & Recovery Lab
Bronze: The Dragontree
We know life can be stressful — things like work, kids, imminent wildfire risk and what to make for dinner can really add up for people in this county. The St Julien in downtown Boulder offers 12 different therapeutic massages and five massage enhancements to reduce tension and bring you back to Earth. Combine that with its location in downtown Boulder and beautiful space, there’s no wonder our readers picked St Julien as the best place to get a massage.
NAIL SALON
jlounge
3003 Walnut St., Boulder, 720-484-6669
Silver: Contempo Nails
Bronze: Eagle Nails
Write-in: Polish Nails
“Good. Clean. Fun” is the motto that has stuck with jlounge, a luxury nail bar and spa, since it was founded by Julie Perington and Jennifer Zrubek. It’s especially known for its manicures and pedicures — book an appointment to get a feel for its all-natural products to keep your piggies looking good on their way to the market.
ORTHODONTICS
Boulder Orthodontics
2710 Pearl St., Boulder, 303-449-3250
Silver: Wong Orthodontics
Bronze: John S. Walker DMD
Boulder Orthodontics stands out as this year’s best orthodontics because of its ability to bring on new technologies and procedures that raise both the customer experience and end results. While Boulder Orthodontics won’t keep the sweet corn out of your braces, its experienced staff and intentional service make the process smooth and comfortable.
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Coal Creek Physical Therapy
350 Broadway, #50, Boulder, 303-666-4151
315 W. South Boulder Road, Suite 100, Louisville, 303-666-4151
Silver: ALTA Physical Therapy
Bronze: Alpine Physical Therapy
You don’t have to be one of the ultra-distance runners, pro climbers or cyclists in the area to know the value of a good physical therapist. Treating all muscle and joint pain, Coal Creek Physical Therapy helps you complete a speedy recovery and get back to doing what you love.
PILATES STUDIO
Bolder Pilates
3012 Folsom St., Boulder, 303-544-5930
Silver: Mecha
Bronze: Boulder Bodyworks
Write-in: Rocky Mountain Pilates and Yoga
Bolder Pilates won our best pilates studio category once again. With its “love the body you live in” approach, the studio’s personalized pilates workouts are aimed to help you feel strong and empowered in your own skin. If you’re new to pilates, check out Bolder Pilates’ new client deals to get a taste of this mind-body exercise.
URGENT CARE CENTER
Boulder Community Health Urgent Care
101 Erie Parkway, Erie, 303-415-5810
Silver: Boulder Medical Center
Bronze: AFC Urgent Care
Boulder Community Health Urgent Care is where our readers run to for the support and healthcare they need. Patients can be seen on a walk-in basis for time-sensitive injuries at a lower cost than an emergency department. Open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., it also offers COVID-19 testing and video visits.
VETERINARY CARE
Alpine Hospital for Animals
3210 Valmont Road, Boulder, 303-443-9661
Silver: Arapahoe Animal Hospital
Bronze: Humane Society of Boulder Valley
Write-in: Longmont Small Animal Hospital
Our furry little friends mean so much to us, and deserve the best care around. You can be confident the folks at Alpine Hospital for Animals will treat your pet like their own with a range of medical and surgical services. Alpine lets customers bring in more than their typical dog or cat too, and also helps out snakes, ferrets, geckos, bearded dragons, lizards, rabbits and more.
YOGA STUDIO
Yoga Pod
Multiple Locations
Silver: CorePower Yoga
Bronze: Little Yoga Studio
Write-in: Full Throttle Yoga
Strengthen your mind, body and heart at Yoga Pod — our readers’ top yoga studio in Boulder County. Its in-person and live-streamed classes are suited for yogis of all levels, where instructors will guide you through downward-facing dogs, tree poses, child poses and more to increase your body’s strength and your mind’s well-being. Yoga Pod’s new student four weeks for $40 deal makes it easy to get started, and hard to quit.
