About MELROSE Training
Sustainable Strength Training for the Modern Woman
Trusted by Women since 2019 with 85+ 5-Star Reviews ★★★★★
Strong. Supported. Sustainable.
At MELROSE Training, we’re on a mission to make strength training feel approachable, empowering, and built to last. Founded by Mel Grauds, former full-time registered nurse who started as a total beginner, we’ve helped hundreds of women in Toronto (and beyond) build real strength through personalized training and a refreshingly supportive approach.
Backed by a team of expert trainers who specialize in women’s fitness, our 1-on-1 personal training programs in Yorkville, King West, and virtually are designed to meet you where you are. No extremes, no stressful routines, just smart, sustainable strength training that fits your life.
Whether you're brand new to the gym or ready to level up your routine, we're here to help you build strength, not just physically, but in every part of your life.
Meet Your MELROSE Training Coaches
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Meet Mel
FOUNDER & PERSONAL TRAINER
Mel started her fitness journey as a total beginner, and struggled to make her workouts feel effective and enjoyable. After burning out on endless HIIT sessions and hours on the treadmill, she discovered strength training — and everything changed. It became the key to building confidence, energy, and a sustainable routine that truly worked.
This transformation inspired MELROSE Training. After becoming a Certified Personal Trainer, Mel left her full-time role as a Registered Nurse to help women experience the life-changing benefits of strength training. Whether you’re aiming to build a stronger core or make fitness a rewarding part of your routine, Mel’s mission is to help you feel empowered in your body, gain strength, and live a healthier, more confident life.
Mel works closely with the MELROSE Training team and personally joins all client kickoff calls and check-ins, providing an added layer of support in your fitness journey.
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Meet Cherise
PERSONAL TRAINER & PRE/POST-NATAL SPECIALIST
Currently Accepting New Clients in Yorkville Studio & OnlineCherise discovered her love for strength training in high school as a member of the rugby team. From the moment she stepped into the weight room, she found her passion for helping others build strength, confidence, and a positive relationship with fitness.
With years of experience as a trainer, Cherise takes a balanced and sustainable approach to coaching. She believes fitness should enhance your life, not restrict it, and focuses on helping clients build healthy habits, get stronger, and feel empowered both in and out of the gym.
Cherise is passionate about guiding you toward your strongest, most confident self - while still enjoying the things you love - and can’t wait to support you on your fitness journey!
Specialties: Strength training, muscular hypertrophy, pre and post-natal fitness, building sustainable lifestyle habits.
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Meet Mayra
PERSONAL TRAINER & GOAL SETTING SPECIALIST
Currently Accepting New Clients at the King West Studio & OnlineLike many women, Mayra spent years trying every workout and fitness trend, feeling stuck that she was never actually reaching her goals. Her turning point came when she started working with a personal trainer, finally learning how to build strength and lose weight in a way that was realistic and sustainable. Through that process, she lost 20 pounds, gained confidence, and totally transformed her approach to fitness.
That experience inspired her to get certified as a trainer and help other women create effective routines they truly enjoy. Now, with years of experience, Mayra is passionate about guiding women toward strength, confidence, and lasting results — without the burnout or BS. Whether you're looking to build strength, “tone” up, or simply create a healthier lifestyle, she’s here to support you every step of the way.
Specialties: Sustainable weight loss & “toning”, goal-setting, and empowering strength training for women.
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