Melissa Norwood

Melissa Norwood has had an impressive career but currently blends her passions, experience and expertise while residing in Charleston, SC. As the previous General Manager of the impressive Bear Creek Lodge in Telluride, Colorado she was responsible for taking care of 48 luxury homes as well as the occupants and staff of the resort. After leaving the resort, Melissa created her own studio nestled in LogHill Village and named it Body and Soul. She introduced the small town of Ridway to Mat Pilates as well as Spinning and yoga by offering fitness classes 6 days a week. She not only helped her clients gain strength and endurance, but improved their overall health. She also offered her clients services with their home care needs since many of the homes were actually 2nd homes. 

Melissa returned to her southern roots to pursue raising her beautiful son, Skyler, as well as training individual clients that are determined to make a life change. She knew she could really make a positive difference in people's lives bringing balance to their body and soul while incorporating her passion of hospitality with linking their needs of home and spirit hence continuing her success while offering dynamic classes at The Buckeye Recreation Center, The YMCA, West Glow Spa & Diamond Creek.

Melissa holds a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Florida International University, in Miami, Florida. She graduated Magna Cum Laude. She is certified by Mad Dog Athletics, PowerHouse Pilates and Yoga Fit and the United States Water Fitness Association. She has been a motivating Fitness Instructor since 2002. Motivating others comes naturally!