Mardi Gras and Spring Break Adjusted Hours

Tulane Campus Recreation will have adjusted hours from Friday, Feb. 21, to Sunday, March 9, due to Mardi Gras parade days and the university's Spring Break holiday (March 1-9). Visit our Hours and Facilities page to view our full list of Spring adjusted hours for the Reily Center and TU Fit during this time.

In addition, there will be no evening group exercise classes on Feb. 26-28 and no group exercise classes during Spring Break (March 1-9).

The natatorium will also close early during the Reily Center's Mardi Gras and Spring Break hours. Visit the Aquatics page to view the natatorium's adjusted hours.

Personal Trainer

Melanie Lloyd

Melanie Lloyd

Specialties: Strength and Conditioning, HIIT (Tabata, EMOM, AMRAPs)

Status: Accepting New Clients

TU Fit Availability: N/A

Melanie is a current undergraduate student pursuing a BS in Exercise Science and Anthropology. She is certified through NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine). She has experience training high school athletes in both individual and group settings. Outside of the gym, Melanie is passionate about her education in the fitness sphere, exploring and enjoying New Orleans, as well as getting involved in the Tulane community. Her goal is to provide clients with innovative and fun approaches to training and make the gym a comfortable, safe space to prioritize health, wellness, and strength, especially for women.

Spring 2025 Availability: 

Monday:

  • 8am-2pm

Tuesday:

  • 8am-10am
  • 3pm-11pm

Wednesday: 

  • 8am-6pm

Thursday:

  • 3pm-11pm

Friday:

  • 8am-1pm

" Mel is a great trainer! She is always positive and very responsive to modifications if I need them. She pushes me but is respectful of my limits. "

— Chloe Lyons, TU student