The difference

In 2019 Chris Merrell founded Beyond Traditional Wellness to be a positive light in the world of fitness, health and overall wellbeing. After pursuing all avenues to fitness it became clear that it takes a lot of work to stay healthy and maintain a fulfilling life. Our goal is to focus on strength building while making it more personalized and convenient for you to achieve your fitness goals. Bringing balance to your health with fitness training and massage recovery opens the door to limitless opportunities. It’s easy to start, harder to maintain.

Chris is passionate about helping others feel stronger, happier and healthier. He takes pride in his ability to educate clients on the subject of Fitness and works with all experience levels from Beginner to Advanced. He also works with clients who have developmental disabilities and individuals who are recovering from injuries. His goal is to help everyone understand that fitness is a measurement of ones own overall health.

Our Reputation

  • "I love that every class is unique and that the exercises are both physically and mentally engaging."

    Jocelyn

  • "Chris and everyone make newcomers feel welcome regardless of what their level is, if they are locals, or visiting."

    Emily

  • “I trained with Chris while visiting Islamorada and was very impressed. His knowledge of and passion for wellness is contagious”

    Andrew

  • “it is empowering to come into a group fitness setting that focuses on strength and wellness over physique and aesthetics”

    Emma

More than a gym

more than paradise

Train, Recover, Repeat.

  • Train Hard.

  • In Paradise.

  • Recover Quickly.

  • Repeat.

  • Stay Consistent.

No ordinary training

The benefits of a personal trainer with the view of the Florida Keys.

Just because you are in paradise does not mean you get a pass on health. We will be there pushing you to be your best self.