Melissa Vanportfleet

I am a personal trainer and group exercise instructor at MVP Athletic club Rockford. I have been training and teaching for 7 years. I also coach and compete in Figure Competitions. Exercise is my passion and way of life. From Power lifting to cycling to Yoga I enjoy it all. I believe to maintain a efficient well rounded body you need to pracitce all types of exercise and movement. 

EDUCATION

• B.S. in Exercise Science, Oakland University

CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• National Academy of Sports Medicine -
  Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT)
• TRX - Qualified Instructor
• Functional Movement Screening - Level 2 Certified
• MOSSA - Certified Instructor

GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTION

• Group Power : Strength training
• Group Centergy: yoga and pilates
• Group Ride/R30 : cycling
• Group Core : shoulder to hip all the way around
• Recovery Yoga : Gentle yoga
• Bootcamp
• Zone Training : HIIT training based on individual heart rate

INTERESTS/SPECIALTIES

• Pre & Post Natal
• Body Composition/Weight Loss
• Figure/Bikini Competition & Coaching
• Corrective Exercise, Injury Prevention
• Functional Movement Screening
• Group Training