Denise Graef

Hello, my name is Denise and I'm from Missoula, Montana.  I am a certified personal fitness trainer with National Academy of Sports Medicine and Group Exercise Instructor.  I am Comprehensively Certified in Pilates. I also hold certifications in water fitness, Barre and I am a graduate of Integrated Nutrition Inc, and  a Functional Aging Institute Specialist. I am effective in helping to motivate people because I simply love what I do and I appreciate the people that participate in my classes. Enthusiasm is contagious! 

I have been training most of my life. Growing up as an athlete movement has always been a part of my life. After giving birth to my 4 sons I began my journey of the martial art of Tae Kwon Do. I am presently a black belt. After my children were older I began my career as a Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor. I have been actively working in the industry since 2012. 

Movement is vital. Movement is the key to quality of life. Not everyone is motivated to move and that's where I am effective. I like to make it a party, a learning experience and promote self-awareness. I have fought the battle of RA most of my life and have vitality, thankfulness and a fit lifestyle because of a positive attitude, relentless pursuit and hard work. This is the attitude that I bring to every class and every client. This journey has given me a gift of empathy and a connection to people that is genuine and uplifting.