Our Story

Phil and Michelle Trujillo have each been personal trainers and yoga instructors for over 15 years. 

In 2020, they faced uncertainty in their careers as the gyms they each worked for closed due to the pandemic. In an attempt to boost moral and create positivity in a time of confusion, they teamed up and pivoted to online , donation-based  classes.  

Inspired by the experience, and the community they created, they decided to establish their own program for wellness known as the VTLTY method .

As businesses began to re-open, Phil and Michelle rented a location and transformed it into a boutique community fitness center for health and wellness . They Combined their expertise and experience to offer a blend of fitness and mindfulness practices to all ages and fitness levels. 

Michelle and Phil’s vision not only adapted to challenging times, but also fostered a supportive environment where people could thrive together, strengthening body, mind, and spirit.

our team

 
 

PHILLIP TRUJILLO (OWNER)

Certified personal trainer, balance and movement specialist, 500 hour yoga teacher, and youth athletic instructor.

Phil is deeply Dedicated to his craft, embodying both inspiration and strength. Driven by a mission to optimize well-being, He is committed to helping every client reconnect with their healthiest, strongest self through fitness and wellness.

PhIL cREATED an extension to vtlty fitness-THE VITAL KIDS athletics program. designed to inspire kids to build lifelong habits of health and fitness that benefit them both on the field and in life.

Headshot of Michelle Trujillo.

MICHELLE TRUJILLO (CO-OWNER)

Certified Personal Trainer, Prenatal/ postpartum Fitness Instructor, 500 hour trained Yoga Teacher, and Certified Sound Bath Practitioner.

Michelle’s birth of her first baby in 2022 and challenging postpartum journey inspired her to combine her love for fitness, and passion for motherhood, with her desire to help others thrive through holistic health modalities.

She currently hosts sound bath sessions and private events, and created Vital Mamas, an extension of VTLTY fitness where she can focus her expertise towards working with other mothers along their transformative and healing journey’s.