Gym Staff & Personal Training
The Grassroots Trust Velodrome knows joining a gym can be daunting...so we're here to help.
If you need a little extra support or guidance with your training, we have a growing team of personal trainers that work within the Velodrome community gym. Specializing in a range of areas from technique to strength, mobility, goal setting, training guidance, bone density, women’s health and more – they can help you gain confidence in your training and introduce you to our space.
George Stephenson
George has joined our staff as a Gym Assistant; George is in his 3rd and final year at Wintec completing a Bachelor degree in Sport and Exercise Science and aiming to start his masters next year. He is an experienced athlete, particularly interested in hypertrophy/bodybuilding training which he has been involved in from a young age.
Going to the gym is a huge passion for George, and his own training has evolved over the years through experience and exercise science knowledge.
George will be in the gym Tuesday-Thursdays, from 4-6pm. George's role is to assist gym users with technique, be available for inductions and general gym assistance. He will also be crafting some exercises for those that are keen for a set workout and is generally available to help you get the most out of your session.
Feel free to introduce yourself and ask for help when you need it!
Caitlin Rohrbeck
Caitlin is a qualified Personal Trainer through the New Zealand Institute of Health and Fitness with over 15 years of experience across strength and conditioning, CrossFit, powerlifting, and weightlifting. A competitive weightlifter for New Zealand, she’s passionate about movement quality and technical excellence, often reminding clients that “form comes before everything.”
With a background spanning personal training, group coaching, sports development, and rehabilitation, Caitlin works closely with physiotherapists, osteopaths, and GPs to ensure a holistic approach to performance and wellbeing. Her coaching focuses on functionality, mobility, and strength, helping clients move better, feel stronger, and build long-term resilience.
Driven by the mental and physical benefits of exercise, Caitlin creates a supportive space for people to learn, grow, and enjoy the process of becoming their strongest selves.
Get in touch with Caitlin:
Email: CRhealthandfitness@hotmail.com
Instagram: @crhealthandfitness
Mel Englebrecht
Mel leads our Active Agers program at the Velodrome. Mel is an internationally qualified & experienced gym and Pilates trainer. Mel will inspire you to work hard at your own safe pace, with individual modifications suggested along the way.
Exercise routines are adjusted over time, giving you the right dose of variety to keep your mind and body stimulated and growing.
Mel does not currently have any openings for Personal Training, but if you are 50+ you can find out more about her Active Agers program here.
Get in touch with Mel:
Email: motion.mel@gmail.com
Instagram: @motion.mel