Pilates, The BootCamp Challenge and ECHO Excellence are products of passion for Melinda Peterson and Ralyn Strong. Growing up, both were actively involved in sports and recreational activities. They met in 2001 at a public speaking contest where Peterson and Strong found their first commonality, a passion for motivation and education through public speaking. That same year they met again as newly hired group fitness instructors at the University of Arizona.
The love of exercise and enthusiasm to share this with others, began at a very young age for both women. They began team teaching and soon began participation in marathons, cycling events and triathlons. Melinda Peterson recently completed her first Ironman Race, while Ralyn Strong went off as a volunteer in Africa to teach HIV/AIDS risk reduction education in rural villages. These women challenge themselves and each other. They believe in others abilities and inspire their students to live life to the fullest. With the goal to share their love for fitness and life, Melinda and Ralyn invite you to be a part of their passion. Breathe it…Live it…Be it!
Melinda Peterson is a UA Alumni, Ironman Triathlete and ACE Certified Personal Trainer. Melinda enjoys hiking, cycling and running, guitar hero, painting and skiing.
Ralyn Strong is an ACE Certified personal trainer and graduate from The University of Arizona. She is the host of Golden Trails, a local outdoor cooking show, and also enjoys water sports, trail running, backpacking, cycling, volunteering, dancing, reading and traveling!
Services Available Private/Small Group Pilates on Reformer
Group Mat Classes
Private/Small Group Personal Training
The Bootcamp Challenge
Tuesday/Thursday 5:30-6:30pm
Register online or in the West parking lot at Himmel Park on Tucson Blvd.
Limited Spots Available ECHO Excellence
Integrative program for overweight teens.
