Melissa Adylia Gutierrez is a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor who spent many years as a professional dancer doing everything from television, videos, and commercials, to industrials, stage productions, and cruise ships.
The diverse training she received during her years in dance scholarship programs (Including a 1 Year Tremaine Dance Scholarship) exposed her to the necessity of being open minded when given the opportunity to explore new physical conditioning disciplines, their techniques, and philosophies.
While under contract for a stage show in Branson, MO, Melissa spent several years guiding kayak tours in the early mornings and hiking and backpacking on her days off as part of her fitness routine. Her love for kayaking, the outdoors, and her passion for sharing these new loves with others propelled her to seek Outdoor Certifications during her off season.
Melissa is not only NASM Certified, she is CPR/AED Certified, and holds a WFR (Wilderness First Responder) Certification from WMI (Wilderness Medicine Institute) via NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School).
Melissa is also an AFAA Member with Certifications and CECs/CEUs in Peri/Post Natal Fitness, Practical Pilates, Yoga, and Indoor Cycling. In addition to running the Controlled Burn Fitness studio in Glendale, CA, you can find Melissa guest teaching around town.
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Recent Highlights
In July of 2009, Melissa was chosen as one of 100 Female Ambassadors for the 2009 Inaugural Team Gosmart Program, sponsored by Omron and Active.com. The goal of the program is to help motivate people to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle by adding a walking program into their fitness routine.
During 2008, Melissa taught Controlled Burn and THE CLASS Group Fitness Classes at Aquila-the Yahoo Corporate Fitness Facility in Burbank, CA.
Melissa recently created and taught "Hybrid" Indoor Cycling Classes for The Burn Studio in Burbank, CA. The "Hybrid Classes" incorporated Indoor Cycling with Core-Conditioning, Breath Control, Body Awareness, and Conditioning Cardiovascular Endurance.
In 2007, Melissa had the honor of working with The USA NATIONAL MEN'S VOLLEY BALL TEAM.
She was in charge of their Flexibility, Core-Conditioning, and Restorative Training, every Wed. at their training facility in Anaheim, CA. to help them in preparation for their participation in the World Cup held in Japan.
Melissa was also involved with an amazing program at the NIKE Studio Elite Training Center in Culver City during September, October, and November of 07’.
Click HERE to see all the classes I participated in at the NIKE Studio Elite Training Center.
Past Clients and Projects Include
Melissa has enjoyed the opportunity to work with a wide variety of fitness levels during her career as a Fitness Professional.
She has worked with Olympic and Nationally Ranked Athletes, Celebrities, Volleyball and Tennis Players, Judo Wrestlers, weekend warriors, professional dancers, and first time fitness participants who have learned to love keeping their bodies fit and functional.
Melissa has even worked as a Wilderness Medical Support Climber during a 1 month long climbing expedition in Tasmania.
Personal Training Philosophy
Melissa believes that a personal training program should be truly personalized and understands that no one program fits all. She takes great pride in paying close attention to details especially when it comes to skeletal alignment and muscular balance and endurance.
Melissa believes that everyone, from the first time fitness participant and the weekend warrior, to the professional dancer and athlete can benefit from enjoying a Personal Training session and progressing to a Group Fitness Class.
Melissa believes that to be in control of our bodies, we have to know every inch, inside and out.
We need to know and embrace our strengths and weaknesses from head to toe.
Melissa’s Personal Training Sessions and Group Fitness Classes are the arena to become connected to our intentions, and to let go of our physical expectations.
Melissa encourages you to take the time to nurture and explore what your body needs, and please, let your breath inspire and guide your movements.