Built by a woman who’s been exactly where you are.
Karve was built on a simple belief: every woman deserves a gym that actually makes sense for her body, her goals, and her life.
We’re a women-only strength studio in Evergreen, CO. No intimidation. No ego. No guessing. Just science-backed programming, expert coaches, and a community of women who show up for themselves - and for each other.
Whether you’ve never picked up a barbell or you’ve been training for years and want more structure, you’ll find your place here. We built Karve to be the gym we wish we’d had.
Ashley Olson — Owner & Head Coach
I spent years doing what most women do: cardio to lose weight, restriction to maintain it, and starting over every time it stopped working.
I trained for a half marathon to fit into my clothes. I tried boot camps, calorie counting, and endless circuits. And for a while, some of it worked. But none of it stuck — because none of it was built around actually understanding my body.
Everything changed when I found strength training and learned the science behind it. Not just what to do, but why. For the first time, I stopped chasing a number on the scale and started building something real. Strength. Consistency. Confidence.
I opened Karve because every woman deserves to have that shift. To walk into a gym and feel like she belongs. To have a coach who explains the why. To be surrounded by women who are all showing up for themselves.
That’s Karve. And I’d love for it to be yours. — Ashley
Ari de Jong - Coach & Physical Therapist Assistant
Ari brings over 12 years of experience in weightlifting and functional fitness, combined with a clinical background as a Physical Therapist Assistant specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics. She doesn’t just coach movement - she understands it at a level most trainers don’t.
Originally from Kansas, shaped by the sunshine of Florida, and now firmly rooted in the Colorado mountains, Ari is passionate about helping women move well, train smart, and build confidence through consistent, attainable progress.
She’s a strong advocate for barefoot movement and women’s wellness - especially for those navigating endometriosis - and holds her Functional Gait Happens Assessment Level 1 and ICE Fitness Athlete Level 1 certifications.
When she’s not coaching at Karve, you’ll find her on Colorado’s bike and ski trails, thrifting local gems, or testing new recipes to fuel her next PR. A proud founding member of Karve, Ari is here to bring her clinical knowledge, big energy, and genuine care to every session.
