EMMA SCHOLTZ
Owner | Personal Trainer | Nutritionist
Emma is the brain behind the operation, Sole Owner and Creator of fitbae inc. the brand. She is a qualified Personal Trainer, Sport Specific Movement Specialist, Group Fitness Instructor, Dance Teacher & Nutritionist. In her time away from this incredible community you can find her creating content for various publications & brands, speaking at events, featuring on the Expresso Show(SABC 3), designing apparel for fitbae inc. Lifestyle and of course coming up with new and exciting tools to enhance people’s health! With 10 years’ industry experience and a whole lot more she wants to achieve; Emma is only getting started! She shares, “My goal is to always provide this community with fresh and exciting ways to love their unique health journey’s while learning to appreciate their incredible bodies! This should be the BEST part of your day!”
CHRISTELLE HATTINGH
Personal Trainer | Nutritionist
Christelle Hattingh, also known as “Rabbit, ” due to her incredible running abilities is an asset to our team in more ways than one! She is a fitness professional with 13 years of experience that has a great passion for sport and movement. She shares, “My love for the outdoors speaks for itself – Triathlon, duathlon, cycling, and trail running are my passions where weight training, strength training, sports conditioning and weight loss is what I specialise in.” This firecracker is an Internationally qualified Personal Trainer and Nutritionist. She is also a Triathlon South Africa (TSA) level 1 Triathlon coach and is very proud to announce that she has been the overall ladies SA Long distance duathlon champion for the last few years! She also represents South Africa at the World Championships which take place overseas annually. Christelle continues to inspire us with her history and achievements – “I believe in myself and have stumbled over a few obstacles in life. After being in a wheelchair as a child, I believe it is how you overcome the obstacles that determines your journey in life.”
IZAAN KEET
Personal Trainer | Nutritional Advisor
Izaan is a dedicated personal trainer who is committed to helping her clients reach their health and wellness goals. With a wealth of experience and a passion for empowering individuals, Izaan offers a comprehensive range of services to cater to your unique needs. She comes from a dance background, so movement, mobility, and balance are her forte. With over 12 years’ experience in Personal Training, she loves to create new exercise combinations to keep sessions interesting and fun. “Personal Training is personal, and I love to be present and committed to my clients exercise needs!” says Izaan. Also acting as a nutritional advisor, Izaan understands that a balanced diet is a key component in achieving optimal fitness. She works closely with clients to develop personalized meal plans that align with unique goals, ensuring that clients have the energy and nourishment they need to thrive. Whether you’re an expecting mother or a new parent, Izaan specializes in pre- and post-natal training and as a mother herself, will guide you through safe and effective exercises, helping you maintain strength and mobility during this transformative stage of life. No matter your age or fitness level, Izaan is here to support you! From beginners to seasoned athletes, she will create tailored workout programs that target your specific objectives, whether it’s improving overall fitness, building strength, or enhancing mobility.
MEGAN AINSLIE BOND
Pilates
Megan is an outgoing and friendly person who loves what she does and loves helping others whether it’s just to maintain their fitness or to help with rehabilitation. Megan shares, “I firmly believe any movement is good movement.” This fantastic woman is a qualified Personal Trainer & fully comprehensive Pilates Instructor with 15 years of teaching experience. She enjoys her sports and looks forward to playing hockey every now and then.
LESLEY-ANNE BRESLER
Pilates | Yoga | Barre
Lesley is a vivacious instructor with a passion for people and has a dynamic energy. She shares with us, ”Making people move is one of my greatest joys and, beyond that, it’s incredibly rewarding to see the growth in strength and in style in people that keep up a consistent practice of Yoga, Pilates and Barre.” This highly qualified professional specialises in Yoga (Vinyasa, Yin & Kundalini), Pre & Post Natal Training, Pilates Mat, Reformer, Gravity, Align & Barre.
JULIAN LOUW
Strength | Dynamic Flexibility
Julian is a multi-talented fitness professional with a gymnastics and dance background. He then moved on to become a Personal Trainer, Nutritionist, professional dancer, cosplayer, model, and stunt artist. He has also won multiple body building competitions and dance championships being featured on Top Billing, stages around the world and various publications. Julian’s style of training and classes given are based around martial arts movements, flow, flexibility, and strength. He enjoys enhancing people’s lives through motivation and healthy daily practices!
EDREI DU PLESSIS
HIIT | Bums & Tums
The beautiful Edrei is equally fierce as she is graceful! A qualified Rebound, Insanity Live and Group Fitness Instructor, Edrei knows how to turn up the heat. With over 2 years of experience, she is passionate about making fitness fun and challenging for everyone. Her interests include reading, hiking, and camping.
KEAGAN CANTERBURY
Zumba | DanceFit
Keagan brings the fire, energy, and rhythm in his DanceFit & Zumba Classes! He is a licenced Zumba Instructor with additional Pro-Skills and Rhythms Training. His passion for dancing led him to become an instructor in 2021 and he loves to include a variety of various rhythms of dance from across the world in his classes to create a fun and diverse experience! Keagan shares, “ I am an avid foodie and enjoy trying new restaurants in my spare time.”
IZAK SCHOLTZ
Bean Bae Co-Owner
Izak has a passion for people, business development, sales management, and coffee! His many years of corporate experience managing projects and teams add immense value to the team! With a heart to serve and a curiosity for the coffee industry, he has made it his mission to elevate the offerings, customer service and team at Bean Bae. A true team player, Izak is committed to growth and culture with his wife Emma Scholtz!
KAY (Kangwaj Chirwa)
Bean Bae Barista
Miss Kay is a lady with a true passion for all things, ”coffee.” Hard at work to perfect her latte art and hopeful to run her own coffee shop one day. Be prepared to receive a bomb coffee with a smile! This girl is one to watch!
Jaydin Williams
Personal Trainer | Sport Specific Coach
Jaydin Williams is a Sport Science graduate with a passion for transforming lives through personalized fitness principles. With expertise in sport-specific training, weight gain, weight loss, functional strength training , and high-intensity workouts, he is dedicated to helping individuals achieve their fitness goals and pursue their dream bodies. Embark on this transformative journey with Jaydin!
Nico Smit
Personal Trainer
Meet Nico, a dynamic individual with a passion for fitness and well-being. With a professional background in personal training, Nico brings a knockout combination of expertise in boxing and nutrigenomics to the table. As a performance coach, he excels in unlocking the full potential of his clients, guiding them towards optimal physical and mental states. Beyond the gym, Nico is a true enthusiast, seamlessly blending fun and professionalism in his approach. Whether sparring in the ring, training clients online or in person or crafting personalized nutrition plans, Nico is dedicated to helping others achieve their peak performance and live their healthiest, happiest lives.
Cherie Fortuin
Registered Dietician | Personal Trainer
Cherie is a Registered Dietician, Personal Trainer, and Group Fitness Instructor. Wish a passion for people, Cherie strives to empower clients through the education of effective movement and nutrition practices. She is a ball of energy and is encouraged by clients seeing incredible results! Cherie enjoys giving high intensity, POWER workouts with vibey music and lots of laughter. This professional will take your workout experience to the next level! In her free time, she enjoys hiking, running and booty shaking in inappropriate places. Lookout for her – she’s a gem!
Chloe Gerber
Pilates | Yoga
Chloe’s classes will transport you to a peaceful realm. Her calm demeanour and caring practices allow you to move freely while focusing on breathwork, core activation and overall flexibility. Chloe’s classes are a combination of Yoga flows and Pilates exercises providing a well-balanced and beautiful workout.
Cayla Hansen
Pilates | Barre
As a professional ballet dancer, Cayla showcases poise, strength, and precision throughout her classes. She enjoys the art of dance and incorporates dance principles throughout her Barre and Pilates Classes. If you are looking to strengthen your core and activate your pelvic floor, then Cayla’s classes will be most beneficial for you!
Rachael Tafadzwa Zininga
Barista
Meet Rach, a vibrant young lady with a love for people. Rachael enjoys meeting new people and learning the art of all thing’s coffee! She is sure to make your day with her positive energy and charming personality!
