"Malisa is the least pretentious yoga instructor I've ever had! I feel so happy to attend her class. Not only is her physical instruction top notch, her instruction on the inner aspects of the practice is relatable and stays with me even when I am not in a class."
Trish Benford

"Thanks for all of your help! Everyone at Castle Hill has been wonderful so far and I'm very happy that I made the switch from Pure! You all make me feel very welcome and not like just part of the crowd."
Jill Welch

"This gym is not merely a place to workout like a gerbil in wheel. Castle Hill encourages you to make health and fitness a lifestyle."
Amy S

"I think you could successfully promote your environmentally conscious gym in advertising. It is so attractive to many Austinites to find a business with that commitment and very unique as well. Thanks for creating such a great space to work out in."
Laura Balla

"I love the gym, how it appeals to young and old and how clean it always feels.  I asked you a few weeks ago to fix the total body gym and was gratified about how quickly you responded."
Jan Dailey

"Your gym is the best! And I am proud of your commitments to your love for health, life and the environment."
Katherine Butler

"I am one of the first clients of Castle Hill and it is truly my home away from home as well.  I can honestly say that I am in better shape and health since faithfully going to this gym.  This well-being makes me a better person toward everyone."
Janet Sullivan

"Fitness is indeed more than lifting weights for body strength - Castle Hill demonstrates this!"
Rich Armington

"As I often tell my children "you have to be different to make a difference"! Castle Hill is different."
Julie Horvath

"I love the little community you've created at Castle Hill... thanks for all your work!"
Lesley Ramsey

"Castle Hill Fitness is an exceptional place.  Thanks for providing such a first class facility and group of people."
Randy Rice

"I don't know that I have ever been associated with a better managed facility. Your very happy client,"
John Mobley

"Thanks for caring about the environment.  I have been very happy at the Castle."
Penny Hobbs

"I'm happy and proud to be part of such an awesome community.  Castle Hill rules!"
Selena Pang

"I'm very proud of you and proud to be a member of Castle Hill!"
Toni Thomasson

"I love your Planet Castle Hill. It has made a huge impact on the health and well-being of both my daughter and me. Keep up the amazing work and spirit!"
Barbara Laing

"I love Castle Hill and the people in it - thanks for all that you do for us!"
Amy Roberts

"I had no idea that the most favorite gym that I've ever used in my life, the one that finally turned around my contempt of exercise by actually making it fun and unintimidating, also was run with the same concern and thoughtfulness for the future of the planet and its inhabitants that I feel.  "
Heather Page

"Castle Hill has totally changed my lifestyle. The teachers are unparalleled. Now I exercise every day and I feel completely different. I hate to miss a day!"
Janis Hydak

"Castle Hill is different from other gyms because of the cool laid back atmosphere and it's not a meat market. What keep me coming back are the instructors. Great gym: clean, cool and just my style."
Melody Thames

"Castle Hill is the most welcoming gym I have ever been a member of. People who work there and who attend are warm and friendly, and focused on fitness and health."
Jenn Lindberg

"Everyone treats me with respect and near admiration for showing up consistently. I have made quite a few new friends."
Steve Jung

"I have had more personal attention from your staff in one month than I did in a year and a half at my old gym."
Joe Wojtowicz

"I must tell you that I have belonged to many gyms and I am in love with working out at Castle Hill… I am 6 pounds lighter today… I feel so much better."
Aimee Deputy

"All three instructors I have taken yoga with have been much better than average: articulate, knowledgeable and attentive to their pupils."
Byron Thomas

"I am truly inspired by your staff and the commitment they have to your patrons and members"
Angie Houtz

"Know that I recognize and deeply value the loving contribution of artistic form + imaginative function = Castle Hill Fitness"
Dianne Graham

"It is almost a family environment, very personal. This is the first time I really stick to a program simply because I truly enjoy the hour I spend at Castle Hill every day."
Peter Burner

"The Castle never lets me down!!! This month is my 3 year anniversary!! I could not ask for a better gym or a more delightful group of dedicated athletes to staff it."
Anna Krachey

Massage

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Our therapists are registered with the Texas Department of Health and hold current memberships in a professional organization of their choice.

Bear Hamrick

Bio/Qualifications
For fourteen years, Bear has been helping people find themselves through the power of a unique style of message therapy and energy work.

During your time with Bear your being will not only experience a new level of nurturing, acceptance, unconditional love, and healing compassion, but also a customized massage tailored to your needs. Bear is a registered massage therapist and graduate of Lauterstein-Conway Massage School with specialties in Deep tissue, injury repair (including chronically locked or frozen areas), reflexology, stretching, and even pregnancy massages.

People store the memory of emotional duress, trauma, fear, anger, stress, abandonment, rejection, abuse, and other harmful energies in the cells of their bodies. These negative emotional memories become stagnant in their bodies memories. They begin to show up in different forms of symptoms that they can’t figure out where the source is. The healing touch of Bear’s massage therapy can help a person release these memories and begin to feel better immediately. You deserve to feel good about yourself and have a healthy happy life.

John Steinle

Bio/Qualifications
For over a decade, John has been an advocate of proper nutrition and holistic living. He received his massage training in 1997 from New Creation Massage School here in Austin. He has also studied Myofascial Release and Reflexology. A client of his succinctly described John's style of massage as "gentle yet powerful, addressing deep tissue through finesse instead of force. He is remarkably effective."

Statement/Philosophy: People's bodies and their needs for massage can vary greatly. It is my intent to have open communication with my clients to ensure that we meet their specific goals. One invaluable skill that I strive to apply fully to each person is my ability to listen.

Julie Horvath

Bio/Qualifications
Julie Hagey is a  Licensed Massage Therapist specializing in pregnancy/postpartum massage, deep tissue/sports massage as well as relaxation techniques. She believes in the importance of self care from 'head-to-toe, skin-to-bone, inside-to-out' – total being wellness. Julie stresses the importance of "nutritious muscles" that have the opportunity for injury recovery, detoxification, flexibility and restoration.  In addition to this, her pregnant massage clients know that she is experienced in labor support and serves as a doula (birthing companion) at local hospitals.

She loves to encourage anyone involved in the birthing process.  Design your session to tailor fit your body's needs. Physical pain? Mental stress? While stress or pain may bring you in, allow the healthy results to keep you coming back!

Michelle Metzler

Bio/Qualifications
Michelle Metzler, NCBTMB is a nationally certified massage therapist and has been a member of the American Massage Therapy Association for nine years. She received her training in Wisconsin at Blue Sky Educational Foundation. In addition, she has also earned a certification in Precision Neuromuscular Therapy. Michelle specializes in therapy for the relief of pain, increasing range of motion, and performance enhancement. Her extensive knowledge of anatomy, hard work, and energy has given her the opportunity to work with many world class athletes and performers. For the past four years, Michelle had been traveling and working as part of the medical team for Riverdance. Not only has she worked with dancers, singers, and musicians, she has also in the past worked with professional and Olympic athletes. She could not be happier with her decision to move to Austin and looks forward to continuing her passion of helping and caring for others through massage therapy and baking!

Rachael Bercey

Bio/Qualifications:

Rachael specializes in neuromuscular therapy, deep tissue sports massage, and myofascial and trigger point therapy.  She received massage training in a nationally accredited 750 hour program at the New Mexico School of Natural Therapeutic in 2001.  In 2003, Rachael earned Neuromuscular Therapy certification with the founder of the International Academy of Neuromuscular Therapies, Judith Delaney.  Rachael is currently in the process of becoming qualified to help assist in teaching the classes with Judith Delaney.  For the last two and a half years, Rachael has been massaging professional, Olympic, University of Texas, amateur, and weekend warrior athletes.  In order to understand the process of injury more clearly and how to educate the client about how to help themselves, Rachael earned her Personal Training certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine in 2007.  She is a self-proclaimed education junky who enjoys painting, exercising, and spending time with family.  Before becoming a massage therapist, Rachael was a middle school teacher for ten years and in the Peace Corps in Costa Rica. 

Will Ravenel

Bio/Qualifications: Will Ravenel received his training and certification from the Guild for Structural Integration in Boulder, CO. An Austin resident since 1973 he is a licensed 18-year practitioner of massage, Cranio-Sacral therapy, Myofascial Release therapy, and structural integration.