Melissa Framiglio
Born and raised outside of Pittsburgh, PA, Melissa Framiglio began dancing at the age of seven and never looked back. After over ten seasons with the Louisville Ballet, dancing an array of leading roles in an eclectic repertoire, she moved with her husband to Boston, MA and started a new chapter in her career. In Boston she had the great fortune to train and work for Kathy Van Patten , founder of Bodyworks Studios, Power Pilates teacher trainer and GYROTONIC® Master Trainer. Not only did Melissa find that this work enhanced her own dancing abilities and well-being, she saw her clients improving their health, posture and confidence as well. Melissa continues to guest and teach ballet while pursuing further knowledge and understanding of these exercise systems. She credits her work with enabling her to return to the stage four months after giving birth to her daughter Sophia.
In addition to being certified in the Leg Extension Unit and Jumping-Stretching Board, Melissa attended a Gyrotonic for Golf Applications workshop with golf pro Dave Rasmussen and a Level II prep course with Kathy Van Patten and the Lumbar-Pelvis workshop with physical therapist Paul Horvath. It accentuated the fact that this exercise system can benefit anyone, of any age and any fitness level. It truly is for everyone.