For many, fitness is more than a workout—it’s an investment. It’s an investment in health, in community, and, perhaps most importantly, in oneself. At Fly Fitness in Loveland, Owner Staci Lawson and Chief Financial Officer Lauryn O’Donnell have built a space where members don’t just break a sweat—they break barriers, push limits, and find support in an environment that welcomes everyone, regardless of where they are on their fitness journey.
“Community is a huge part of what we do,” Staci shares. “We want to build a community. We want everybody to feel welcome no matter where they are in their fitness journey, whether they’ve never worked out, or whether they’re a lifelong fitness person.”
At Fly Fitness, the philosophy is simple: “Everyone is someone.” It is a space where authenticity is embraced, and each person is welcomed as they are.
“We want everyone to feel welcomed and come as their authentic selves and be accepted in the space,” Staci says.
For Staci, opening Fly Fitness was about taking a leap—an investment not only in a business but in herself. After 30 years as a hairstylist, she was ready for a change. With her children grown, she decided it was time to step outside of her comfort zone and pursue something that had always been a passion: fitness.
“I wanted to make a change in my life and do something different. This was a really big leap for me as a personal investment, just in investing in myself, taking that leap of trying to do something different for me that was outside of my family or my kids.… As a mom, you spend years doing things that revolve around how this is going to impact your kids. I think it was kind of the first time since before I had children that I looked beyond that. It was my investment in myself, doing something out of my comfort zone.”
For Lauryn, Fly Fitness’ CFO, it represented an investment in the Loveland fitness scene, bringing something fresh and necessary to the area. “There was definitely a gap in the Loveland fitness arena. When Fly opened, it was such a great community. It was super welcoming.”
Beyond personal growth, Staci and Lauryn see Fly Fitness as a meaningful addition to the Loveland community. They believe in giving back and creating an inclusive space where people feel supported beyond just their physical health.
“It’s always our goal to bring in the outside community,” Lauryn shares. “One thing that we just did in December, we had a Fly’s Weekend of Giving. Instructors were able to pick a charity of their choice, and they dedicated their time and taught a class for free, allowing the class to be donation based.”
Lauryn’s passion for wellness isn’t focused solely on physical health. “I have a passion for keeping people healthy, whether that’s physically or mentally. I think it’s really important for our community. Life is hard, and people struggle in different ways, and it’s a great place for people to come together and get what they need to help them maintain their health goals.”
With boutique fitness studios often requiring a financial commitment, Staci and Lauryn understand the importance of value. What sets Fly Fitness apart is the personal attention, the variety of workouts, and the ability to disconnect from daily stress while working out.
“There is going to be a little bit of a financial commitment, but you’re getting so much more personal attention in the classes and support,” Lauryn explains. “You can go into a class and turn your brain off. You don’t have to think about one thing.”
For Staci, Fly Fitness isn’t just about the physical benefits—it’s about the mental and emotional ones, too. “The mental health component is huge.”
From high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to carefully crafted class patterns that hit all major muscle groups, Fly Fitness is designed for efficiency and effectiveness. But beyond the workouts, it is a place of connection, belonging, and strength in all forms.
At the heart of Fly Fitness is a belief system that isn’t just all about physical fitness. It’s about self-improvement, confidence, and empowerment.
“We want everybody to really get out of their head and be able to come into this space and just enjoy the space for the hour that they’re here, and leave their phones behind,” Staci says. “We don’t bring phones in unless we’re doing some video in the studio.”
For those seeking a place to grow stronger—physically, mentally, and within their community—Fly Fitness is more than a gym. It’s an investment in self, connection, and a lifestyle that fosters strength in every way.
“Our energy is positive. Our vibe is electric. We make everybody feel like somebody. We let go of thoughts that don't make us strong. Our truth is authenticity. We have nothing to prove. We are a community of people who aspire to be awesome, seeking opportunities and rejecting expectations together and as individuals, we are amazing. We are Fly.”