Melinda Dragonuk:
Department Administrator

NSCA Certified

Melinda received her personal training certification upon completion of a year-long program with Parkland College which allowed her to receive extensive education and hands-on experience with clients.  A marathon runner, Melinda puts in about 40-50 miles per week along with strength-training and yoga sessions.  She is an enthusiastic fitness professional who joined the Refinery team in June 2009.

"I believe in functional training.  Whether an athlete, office employee, or a full time mom - I want my clients to build strength and flexibility to perform whatever tasks their daily lives require.  I typically do a lot of cardio-style training so that even when strength-training a client keeps their heart rate up."

Tony Whitney: Head Trainer

B.S. Kinesiology, ACE Certified, BodyPump & Silver Sneakers Certified Instructor

As a part of our facility since opening day Tony has become a staple of Refinery.  He has been ACE Certified since 2004 and has experience with clients ranging from the general population to athletes to senior citizens.   

"My clients can expect a consistent trainer that will push them to their limit.  We will reach their goals together."  Tony is an athlete who stays in shape by training with weights six days a week and playing basketball twice a week.  He also teaches BodyPump and Silver Sneakers as part of our Group Fitness program.

Steve Seiter: Head Trainer

ACSM Certified, B.S Kinesiology, TRX Certified

Steve has been working as a Refinery Personal Trainer for two years and currently works with clients over 30 hours per week.  He has a passion for health and fitness that reaches beyond the gym doors.  He received a degree in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois and his PT certification from the American College of Sports Medicine.

"My clients can expect 100% devotion to each training session.  I provide structured, goal-oriented workouts as well as healthy living advice.  My goal as a trainer is to get clients to a place where they take charge of their own health and fitness and create a lifestyle centered on long-lasting health."

Nick Katrichis: NSCA Certified, M.S Exercise Physiology

Nick has been a certified personal trainer since 2004 but due to his extensive background and experience in the fitness world, he began working with clients in 1997.  Nick is as a full-time Senior Sales Consultant for Novartis; he trains clients part-time out of his love for fitness.

"My personal training regimen varies depending on if I am training for a competition or not.  I strongly believe in a combination of weight training, cardiovascular fitness and proper nutrition.  Though I work with all types of clients my passion is training athletes.  I strive to educate my clients so that they can succeed even without my help.  My goal is to motivate, educate, and push my clients to achieve their goals."

Jaryd Lindenmeyer: NASM Certified, B.S. Fitness Leadership

Jaryd has been personal training since 2004.  In college, he helped design off-season workout programs for many of the athletic teams.  He recently moved to the area from Florida, were he trained a wide variety of clients.  He received a degree in Fitness Leadership from Eureka College and recently received his personal training certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine.

"My goal as your personal trainer is to educate, motivate, and support while helping you reach your specific goals.  Day in and day out, my clients can expect a high-energy, positive attitude in a relaxed atmosphere that makes for a fun, effective experience.  Always strive to be a first rate version of yourself!"

Jaryd serves as the "Trainer on Duty" in BodyPump on Tuesday evening at 5:30 and Saturday Morning at 9 am.

Robin Nelson: AFAA Certified 

Robin received her PT certification in the spring of 2010.  Her pursuit of training others came from her own journey of discovery in fitness.  

'I love to work with people of all fitness levels - whether you want to look and feel better or to become a physique competitor.  I have found that the benefits of working out are increased energy, strength, mobility, and emotional well being.  As a professional physique competitor, I learned first hand that you can transform yourself with the right training, support, and nutrition.  By developing challenging and progressive training programs tailored to your goals, I’ll help you get the results you want while avoiding the all too common exercise burnout."

Robin serves as the "Trainer on Duty" in BodyPump on Mondays at 4:30 pm

Danny Iniguez: NSCA Certified

Danny received his training education and certification through Parkland College which requires classroom education as well as one-on-one training with clients.  He joined the team of Refinery in June 2010.

"Exercising benefits mind, body and spirit. I was once obese and found out first hand how beneficial fitness is after losing 77 lbs. I believe in all forms of training whether it be weight training, cardio, resistance bands or any other form of exercise. My programs are designed to push my clients to reach their short term and long term goals in a safe manner. I have worked with different levels of exercise experience but enjoy working most with everyday ordinary people who want to better their lives and I use my personal experience as motivation and guidance."