Meet Melanie
Owner & Founder of The Body Quarry
Hi, I’m Melanie! I’ve been active in the health and fitness industry for 8 years now, after major life events redirected my path. Health and fitness, more specifically wellness, became an important focus in my life that fallen to the wayside due to long workdays in a profession that waws no longer fulfilling, nor healthy, for me. I knew that I was at my best when I chose to put my health first, so I set out on a mission to live better and feel better!
How my journey began…
In February of 2017, I began making major life changes by studying for, and passing, my ACE Personal Training certification. Health and fitness had always been part of my life, in some capacity, since the first time I walked into the recreation center as a Freshman at Oklahoma State University in 1998!
But then life happened...corporate business life! For 15 years after graduating college, retail and bank management had taken their toll on me, mentally and physically. That, combined with losing my dad to lung cancer in November 2016, propelled me into action!
How the journey is going…
I knew I was destined for better, and I wanted to help others feel the exact same way! I want to be an example to my kids that they can live their dreams and accomplish anything they set their minds to. Since then, I have continued to gain additional certifications and life experience to educate myself and others regarding all things wellness related. My personal goal is to continue building my body, heart, & mind from the inside out, while sharing my own journey with you. My professional goal, as a Certified Personal Trainer & Group Fitness Instructor, Licensed Zumba Instructor, and Silver Sneakers Instructor, is to encourage and guide you on your own journey.
Based on your needs, I am currently available to do virtual and/or in-person training. With virtual training, I work with a variety of online audio/video platforms to help achieve your goals. With in-person training, I come to you! I am able to meet with clients at your home or a safe, neutral location.
Get to know me…
Uplift San Bernardino Radio Show - Interview with Erin Brinker
Shoutout SoCal - Virtual Magazine Interview
Current Classes
Kettlebells Instructor at the Highland YMCA
Zumba Gold Instructor at the Scherer Community Center in Yucaipa
Zumba Gold Instructor at the Magnolia Senior Apartments in San Bernardino
Zumba with the Redlands Unified School District ELOP
The Body Quarry Zumba at The Dance Center in Redlands
The Body Quarry Line Dancing at The Dance Center in Redlands
Fitness & Zumba Instructor for local School District ELOP afterschool programs
What people are saying…
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I recently completed a 4-week accountability program with Melanie at The Body Quarry, and I can honestly say it was the reset I didn’t know I needed. Melanie had this way of making me feel supported without judgement. The whole process had a personal, grounded feel to it.
With Melanie’s help, we set realistic goals—nothing overwhelming, and tailored to me. Now, just a couple of weeks post program, I’m actually doing this on my own. I’ve become more mindful about how I eat, started moving more, working out, and most importantly—giving myself grace. I don't feel like I'm stuck in an all-or-nothing mindset anymore. This program helped shift my perspective and gave me the structure and support I needed to create real change.
Thank you, Melanie, for helping me get into the right frame of mind, and for showing me that sustainable progress is possible.
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— ELISSA F.
