In this episode, Sarah talks with Chelsea Stewart, owner and founder of HAVN Hot Pilates, a boutique studio based in the Denver area. Chelsea has spent over 15 years cultivating her expertise in Pilates, strength training, and body mechanics and she brings that depth to every aspect of her studio.
Chelsea shares her wellness journey: how she discovered her passion for movement, what led her to build a Pilates and strength studio, and why she chose to make it a hot experience. She breaks down the HAVN method, which fuses contemporary mat Pilates with weight-based strength work, all practiced in a heated room to maximize both cardiovascular and muscular engagement.
Listeners hear Chelsea’s philosophy around her “Core Four” values: Excellence, Expertise, Embodiment, and Engagement. Through those pillars, HAVN is more than a workout it’s a space where people can push physical boundaries while also cultivating mental and emotional growth.
Chelsea also reflects on building her coaching team, her role as both an instructor and business owner, and how she designs classes that feel both efficient and deeply intentional.
The conversation also touches on how heated Pilates amplifies the mind-body connection. Chelsea explains that the heat isn’t just for sweat: it intensifies awareness and encourages a deeper focus on breath, alignment, and strength.
More than anything, Chelsea’s story is about creating a community. HAVN is a place for people to feel strong, challenged, and supported a sanctuary where physical and mental resilience are built in tandem.
