Michele Melkerson-Granryd

Michele Melkerson-Granryd
General Manager (360)
michele.mg@castlehillfitness.com

Michele’s career in the fitness industry spans over 30 years and includes a wide variety of experience, including her current roles as a Personal Trainer, group exercise Instructor, and General Manager of Castle Hill Fitness 360. She is experienced in training all types of clients, including those in cancer treatment or recovery.

After getting both hips replaced at age 48, Michele has also become a resource for individuals wanting to prevent, prepare and or/recover from joint replacement and stay active. She won the National Arthritis Foundation’s 2011 Honoree award in recognition of her experience with osteoarthritis.

In addition to her work at Castle Hill Fitness, Michele is an Adjunct Associate Professor at Austin Community College, Master Trainer for Total Gym, sits on the Advisory Board for the IHRSA Institute, and is an experienced fitness industry conference presenter.

Certifications & Education:
M.Ed. in Human Performance from the University of Missouri.
BS in Biology from the University of Michigan
American Council on Exercise – Certified Personal Trainer & Group Exercise Instructor
American Council on Exercise – Gold Certified Group Ex Instructor & American College of Sports Medicine – Health Fitness Instructor (1984)
The Cancer Exercise Training Institute – Cancer Exercise Specialist – Advanced Qualification as a Breast Cancer Recovery Specialist
EFI Sports Medicine – Gravity Personal/Group Training Master Trainer
TRX Suspension Trainer – TRX Group Suspension Trainer
Kinesis Technogym - Kinesis Personal/Group Certified
Matrix KrankCycle – Johnny G Kranking Instructor

Joined the CHF team in: 2017

View Michele's Classes this Week

Online booking for classes opens 48-hours before class start

Monday
9:30AM - 10:30AM	Barre Above	CHF 360
DETAILS	25 of 25 open Room: Mind/Body Studio This unique class mixes the best of aerobics, pilates, & strength training to sculpt your body and improve posture. Expect to use plenty of props like balls, bands, magic circles, and the barre in this barefoot class.
10:30AM - 11:30AM	Kinesis/Gravity Fusion *separate program pass	CHF 360
DETAILS	8 of 8 open Room: Small Group Studio You need to purchase an additional Small Group training pass or package for this class. Michele utilizes Technogym’s Kinesis Wall and Total Gym’s Gravity Training System to increase full body strength and balance, resulting in maximum caloric expenditure! Kinesis/Gravity. Questions? Email Michele.mg@castlehillfitness.com All levels, Limit 8 participants Drop-Ins Welcome! Interested in personal training, but need a more affordable option? Try our ongoing small groups! 60-minute Ongoing Small Group Rates - Drop-in Single (member/non-member): $41, $46 - Package of 4 60-minute sessions (member/non-member): $120, $160
5:00PM - 6:15PM	Yoga Strength & Flow	CHF 360
DETAILS	18 of 18 open Room: Mind/Body Studio A dynamic, fitness oriented yoga class that integrates strength and flexibility to improve balance, assist in recovery and sharpen mental acuity.
Tuesday
9:30AM - 10:30AM	Group Power	CHF 360	Book
DETAILS	25 of 25 open Room: The Big Room This highly effective, results-driven strength training workout utilizes adjustable barbells, weight plates, & bodyweight exercises, set to bumping music.
Wednesday
5:00PM - 6:15PM	Yoga Strength & Flow	CHF 360	Book
DETAILS	18 of 18 open Room: Mind/Body Studio A dynamic, fitness oriented yoga class that integrates strength and flexibility to improve balance, assist in recovery and sharpen mental acuity.
Thursday
8:30AM - 9:20AM	Everybody Dance!	CHF 360
DETAILS	25 of 25 open Room: The Big Room Join the party in this high energy, fast-paced fitness dance class. No dance experience is necessary just an adventurous spirit.
Friday
9:30AM - 10:30AM	Rhythm Ride - 360	CHF 360
DETAILS	16 of 16 open Room: Cycle Studio This fun-filled cardio class rides to the best of the music but won't sacrifice proper bike technique or form. Get ready for jumps, hills, and sprints!
10:45AM - 11:15AM	Defy Gravity *separate program pass	CHF 360
DETAILS	8 of 8 open Room: Small Group Studio You need to purchase an additional Small Group training pass or package for this class. It's your bodyweight vs. gravity in this strong, sweaty, but simple workout using the Total Gym GTS machine. The Total Gym is a low impact, cable resistance machine that uses a portion of your body weight and a glideboard to produce a variety of exercises. Easy on joints and great for those working around injuries, this small group training session is perfect for anyone! 30-minute Ongoing Small Group Rates - Drop-in Single (member/non-member): $28, $33 - Package of 4 30-minute sessions (member/non-member): $80, $120