Bonnita Connolly
DURBANVILLE (Kenridge School)& BELLVILLE (Willowbridge Mall)
Bonnita is a very active, lively individual, has a zest for life and loves being on the move, always looking for new challenges and ways to improve. There is always much laughter in her presence. She participated in athletics, netball and swimming but found her true calling in the fitness & exercise arena and so decided to pursue this passion and specialized in basic science of exercise foundations, body conditioning, spinning, aerobics and step. She is at present furthering her education working towards a personal training certification and she is always keeping herself updated with the latest trends and improvements in the fitness industry. Bonnita believes in overall wellness – spirit, mind & body. She also gained knowledge in the area of nutrition and believes a healthy lifestyle includes a balance of good nutritional habits and exercise. She is passionate about helping others and thrives on motivating and seeing goals being reached through her input. She is a motivator and encourager as well as a great believer in team work.
Ilana Sebastian
WYNBERG (Wynberg Boys High)
Ilana discovered her passion for the fitness industry while still at high school where she participated in cross-country, cricket, synchronized swimming, dancing, aerobics and karate. She then went on to study personal training through ETA, group exercise through Reebok and is now currently completing her degree in Sports Science at the University of the Western Cape. In 2008 she was selected to study sports on an exchange programme to Karlstad University in Karlstad, Sweden. Ilana teaches body conditioning, spinning, hi/lo, zumba, katabox and aqua. In November 2009 she achieved her South African colours for karate and is passionate about teaching women how to protect themselves. Ilana also has an infectious, outgoing personality and loves making people happy. She lives by her motto: “get up, stand up, satisfy your soul and keep jamming”.
Irini Simitci-Green
PANORAMA (Panorama Primary School)
Irini studied at the University of Johannesburg and achieved her degree in Psychology and Communication before qualifying as a Personal Trainer through Exercise Trainer’s Academy. Through her years in the fitness industry, she also specialized in Walk, Step, Slide, Gymstick, Bosu, Hydrobike, Flexiband, Stability ball, Ballast ball, Aqua, Medicine ball, Spin, Dance, Callanetics, Pilates, Body Pump, Body Step, Preggi Belly and Pre and Post Natal training through organizations such as FITCO, ETA, REEBOK, and International Step through Darryl Preston. If that wasn’t enough to impress us all, she has since trained students to become group fitness instructors and continues to teach in the various disciplines. She lectures Personal Training full-time for the American Council for Exercise (F.I.T. Principles SA) as well as Health and Fitness Professionals part-time on topics such as their Studio Fit, Pilates, Pre and Post Natal Training. Adventure Boot Camp is very fortunate to have such a passionate, dynamic and experienced trainer in our midst.
Janine Wyatt-Mair
FISH HOEK (Fish Hoek High School)
Janine is a bubbly and energetic person who enjoys helping people achieve their health and fitness goals through fun, challenging, motivational training sessions. Exercise has always been part of her life starting with ballet and gymnastics, horse riding, netball, cross country and athletics and later on becoming a keen sport climber and scuba diver. Whilst working in the film industry as a stunt performer and SFX technician she studied exercise science, group training classes including hi low impact, kato box, stretch and tone, body conditioning and bosu as well as personal training through Intec College, Reebok and the Institute of Fitness Professionals. Janine is at her happiest when able to help motivate, inspire and together achieve goals and dreams of others through creative and energetic classes where sweat and smiles are guaranteed!
Lea Ferguson
NEWLANDS (Kirstenbosch) & RONDEBOSCH (WP Cricket ClubAM)
Lea participated in tennis, diving, swimming, hockey and first team netball throughout school and danced for 12 years specialising in ballet, contemporary and modern. Throughout her undergrad degree at Rhodes University in Human Kinetics and Ergonomics and Psychology and later a post-graduate honours degree in Sport Science at Stellenbosch University, Lea stayed active playing waterpolo, netball, hockey and first team Touch Rugby. She also enjoys surfing, cross-country running, Pilates, horse-riding and mountain climbing. Lea is an all rounder who has always been involved in helping people. She has worked as a qualified white-river rafting guide and abseil instructor at the Fish River, has taught spinning as well as a wide range of classes at gyms and has assisted in movement classes for children with special needs as well as helped train the South African Paralympics Team. Her passion for the outdoors and helping people reach their own personal goals is what brought her to the ABC family. ‘Live well, laugh often, love much’ is not only her motto but a true description of her character. She has endless energy and a zest for life that make ABC classes a real pleasure under her guidance.
Lee-Ann Barnes
BIG BAY (Big Bay Lifesaving Club)
Lee-Ann is a self-employed personal trainer, group trainer, wellness coach and journalist looking to make a difference in people’s lives. She is brutally honest and straight forward and tells (and writes) about things as she sees them without sugar-coating them. With qualifications as varied as the ladies who sign up for classes, Lee-Ann has a sports science degree in Human Kinetics and Ergonomics from Rhodes University as well as numerous diplomas in the journalism field. As such, Lee-Ann is a group trainer, personal trainer and sports writer with a unique combination that qualifies her to make ladies sweat through creative, efficient and safe exercises to achieve the best results possible. She studied and lectured at ETA (Exercise Teacher’s Association) and completed short courses in pregnancy training, specialised exercise equipment and cycle classes. She personal trains in the mornings (her day starts at 5am!), writes in the afternoon and gives Adventure Boot Camp classes to end her day off, along with training herself in between. She has a passion for working with people and enjoys the “girl power” and networking of Adventure Boot Camp and the rejuvenating sea air at Big Bay.
Leoni Abrahams
CONSTANTIA (Waldorf School)
Leoni is as fit as trainers come! Staying healthy and fit are simply her lifestyle and she could not live any other way. In August 2009, she took part in Miss Fitness SA where she came second in the mixed team category. She believes that healthy bodies create healthy minds and it is a passion of hers to transfer this philosophy to her clients. Leoni lived in Switzerland for 15 years where she got her qualifications as Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Trainer. She has also attended courses at the SAFS (Swiss Aerobic Fitness School) in Zurich and is thus qualified to teach Hi & Lo Impact, Body Conditioning, Step, Cardio Dance and Ab Attack. She has helped countless ladies achieve the bodies and confidence they have dreamed of and she is delighted to be able to do the same at Adventure Boot Camp. Leoni is an excellent trainer, precise and professional and anyone training with her will feel motivated and inspired by her wonderful personality.
Rebecca Lazarus
RONDEBOSCH (WP Cricket Club PM)
Rebecca is one of those people we all aspire to be like. A true people’s person, Rebecca dedicates her time to helping others reach their full potential. Health and fitness have always played a pivotal role in Rebecca’s life, having competed in horse riding, vaulting, and athletics and rowing, winning her various national competitions. She then continued to qualify as a river guide, a Pilates instructor and a personal fitness trainer. And to keep her grounded and remain true to her philosophy of living a balanced lifestyle, Rebecca completed a trauma counseling programme while qualifying, registering and working as a Basic Life Support Paramedic in the private and provincial sectors. Having honed her various careers in South Africa and abroad, Rebecca is currently completing her studies at UWC (B.SocSc in Social Work) and finds inspiration assisting the campers at the WPCC Adventure Boot Camp to reach their health and fitness goals. In her spare time, Rebecca enjoys enjoys trail running, boxing, swimming and Pilates.
Shelley Cohen
ORANJEZICHT (St Cyprian's School) & CAMPS BAY (Beach)
Shelley is a vibrant, energetic individual who believes in the 3 D’s - Dedication, Determination and Discipline, which she consciously applies to her work, on the sports field and in her life. A keen sports woman, Shelley has represented both the Free State and the Western Cape for swimming, water polo and hockey. She captained the Western Cape swimming team to victory in the 2000 South African Schools Championship and has represented South Africa on many international tours both for swimming and hockey. Not only is she a champion in the water but Shelley is also a champion in academics. She has achieved several degrees from the University of Cape Town including an Undergraduate and Honours degree in Clinical Practice in Social Work and Psychology as well as a Post Graduate Diploma in Sports and Sports Management. Shelley is an excellent water polo, swimming and hockey coach. Her years of coaching have taught her the value of encouraging others to do their best at all times and reach their maximum potential. Shelley has brought this energy and passion to the boot camp field where her background - mixed with her extremely bubbly and happy personality - guarantee motivating and fun classes that yield great results!
Wendy-Joy Timmes
ALL LOCATIONS (Head Trainer / Fill-in Instructor)
Wendy-Joy naturally loves life and has made fitness activities part of her life since a young age. Her dad is still a keen long-distance runner at almost 70 years old, having completed many 2 Oceans Ultra Marathons and a Comrades Ultra Marathon. She often says about her love for life, living and being fit: 'I can't help myself - it's in my genes.' She participated in swimming, cross-country and medium distance running during her High School years. After matriculating and spending a year in a touring, missionary Music & Drama Team, she settled back in Cape Town studying Drama at UCT and Dancing at a Modern Dance studio. During this time she also participated in many musicals, often choreographing and directing them. Later she started participating in running and cycling road races. She has completed a number of 2 Oceans Ultra Marathons, 2 Comrades Marathons, Argus Cycle Tours, Duathlons & Triathlons. In 2006 she qualified as a Personal Trainer & Group Fitness Instructor- she offered her Personal Training services and ran her own boot camp classes before joining Adventure Boot Camp. Wendy-Joy is married with 2 children and is keenly watching their growing interest in running. She hopes to see her passion continue to the next generation.
Joanna Dobinson
STELLENBOSCH (Rhenish Girls High School)
Joanna has always been passionate about sport, health and people. She excelled in school sport and represented Natal for athletics, hockey and mountain biking until Matric. She pursued her mountain biking career after school and quickly rose to the top of the National Women’s Cross Country Circuit. She continues to love riding her bike and rarely says no to an adventurous challenge! As growing up in a very sporty environment where exercise and health were a priority, she decided that she wanted to pursue a career in the health and fitness industry. After qualifying as a Personal Trainer through the Exercise Teachers Academy in Cape Town, she gained invaluable experience as a fitness instructor at the Sports Science Institute of South Africa. She then furthered her education and completed her BA Degree in Sports Science in beautiful Stellenbosch. She specialized in sports psychology, psychology and outdoor adventure. In 2003 Joanna left for London where she taught developmental gymnastics to children for two years which was a fantastic experience for her. Joanna discovered Adventure Boot Camp when she met the director Huenu Solsona at the 2007 Absa Cape Epic Mountain Bike Challenge. Adventure Boot Camp’s mission is to inspire women to get fit and healthy in the outdoors, in an encouraging, motivating and unconventional manner and Joanna’s desire has always been to train clients outdoors and help women achieve their personal best. This, coupled with the fact that encouragement and motivation make up Joanna’s nature, made a great combination for her to bring this new and exciting concept to Stellenbosch. So get ready for a great adventure! Join Joanna and get fit and healthy in a manner that you have never experienced before!
Anne-Mari Forrester
RANDBURG (Trinity House)
Anne-Mari has always been the sporty crazy one, and has been involved in sport (anything and everything!) as long as she didn't have to sit still. At the age of 4, she took her very first dance class and from that day onwards, there was never looking back! Between dancing and shows (she loves to perform), she also took part in netball, athletics and swimming, in which she achieved provincial honours. After school, Anne-Mari studied Sports Science and Sports Management and also completed her Personal Training certificatoin as well as her Group Exercise diploma through Reebok. While studying, she worked at Virgin Active as a Personal Trainer, Lifestyle Consultant and Group Training Instructor. After being with Virgin for 5 years, she ended her time with them as Assistant Club Manager at the Melrose Arch Branch. Since then, she has had the opportunity to live out her true passion, teaching classes and making a difference to people’s lives by giving classes at a Pilates Studio in Broadacres. Anne-Mari does everything to the fullest, lives life as if there was no tomorrow, and most importantly, does all the above while having fun!
Chirene Wiid
KYALAMI (Beaulieu College)
Chirene grew up in a very sporty family so sport has been a part of her life since she can remember. At school she participated in athletics, netball and swimming but her main love was for tennis. She played tennis quite seriously and realised that it is not only the physical, but the mental aspect that is vital for success. This philosophy has stayed with her throughout her life, and she uses this to help her clients achieve their goals. It is also what motivated her to study sport psychology at the University of Johannesburg. As part of her degree, she did her Personal Training Diploma and has been a personal trainer since 2003. She has gained invaluable experience, working with all kinds of different people ranging from 5 to 75 years, and has learnt a lot about herself in the process too. Greater than her love for fitness is her desire to help, educate and motivate people and this has led her to do a Life Skills for Kids facilitator course and, now, to take the leap into the wonderful world of Adventure Boot Camp, which she believes is the opportunity of a lifetime.
Genevieve van der Vyver
SANDTON (George Lea Sandton Sports Club)
Genevieve has been passionate about sport her entire life, participating in yoga classes almost as soon as she could walk and having spent many years training in modern and acrobatic dancing. She also loves to run and has been known to take the odd flying leap into the sky to entertain her more adventurous side. Genevieve took a different kind of leap from the corporate world in 2007 to pursue her lifetime passion in the health and fitness industry. Having completed her studies in the fields of Exercise Science and Personal Training, she currently manages an holistic wellness centre in Sandton, is a practising Personal Trainer and presents health oriented workshops for companies. She has done numerous supplementary training courses, including an internship at a health facility, working closely with a local biokineticist and Olympic gymnast. During her travels in the business world she became increasingly aware that stress related illness had reached epidemic proportions. “I have found my purpose realised with Adventure Boot Camp Sandton - a place where women can have fun and de-stress, improving the quality of their lives in a fun, naturally air-conditioned, totally desk-free environment!”
Kerry Lester
BEDFORDVIEW (Reddam House Bcc Campus)
Kerry is an outgoing, friendly and vibrant individual who lives for fitness and dancing. Her love for life and energetic personality make her classes fun and enjoyable and her passion is to teach and help individuals achieve their personal goals. Dancing has always played a big part in Kerry’s life. She started ballet at the age of four and throughout the years progressed to High Energy Dancing and Hip Hop, where she competed for a number of years. She currently enjoys and competes in Latin and Ballroom dancing. Kerry studied a B-com Marketing Degree through Unisa but soon after realized that her true passion was in fitness and not the corporate world, so she went on to study a National Certificate in Fitness which incorporated Pilates, Step and Aerobics and Yoga Flex. She is always on the go and on top of all the latest fitness techniques and has done courses in Preggi Bellies, Fit box and personal training while also running her own Pilates studio for the last three years. Kerry’s love for exercising and healthy living is a passion she shares with her clients as she encourages them to make balanced, healthy choices. She believes that it is never too late pursue your dreams and to live life to the fullest!
Kirsty Hatfield
FOURWAYS (Brescia House School)
Kirsty has been teaching a variety of disciplines in the fitness industry for the past 10 years, offering both personal and group training to all age groups with a focus on training women. In addition to her BA Marketing degree, she has obtained certification in: Exercise Science, Aerobic Instruction, Step Instruction, Personal Fitness Training, Exercise and Pregnancy, Kids Development and Exercise, Aqua Instruction and Virgin Active V-Core and V-Mat Training. She believes that wellbeing is a combination of being physically, mentally and emotionally fit and strives to achieve that in her own life. She is passionate about helping others do the same and derives great fulfillment from seeing a change for the better in the lives of her clients. Kirsty is full of enthusiasm and believes the key to real progress is the element of enjoyment. So come to her camps in Fourways to achieve your goals with fitness fun in the sun!
Louise Gierschick
EMMARENTIA (UJ Hockey Astro Club)
Louise's vibrant and energetic love for sport started at a very young age when she played first team hockey and took part in athletics. Ever since then, she wanted to share her passion for health and wellness with everyone she met. And since joining the Adventure Boot Camp family, Louise has been able to do just that! Her enthusiasm and extensive knowledge of personal training keeps her campers motivated and determined to achieve their fitness goals. Louise is more than qualified for her position, having achieved various diplomas related to personal training. She is also experienced in body-walk, step, aqua aerobics and kata-box, all adding much excitement to every class. Louise currently works as a personal trainer at a private studio, but it's her love for the outdoors coupled with her holistic approach to wellness that makes her a real asset to the Adventure Boot Camp team. Louise strives to help ladies achieve confidence and shape their bodies in ways they may not think possible. When she is not helping others push their bodies to the limit, Louise loves to trail run and cycle.
Michelle R
HOUGHTON (Orchards Primary School)
Michelle has been a sports fanatic her entire life. Since the age of five she has competed at provincial level in gymnastics and swimming and continued with gymnastics at an elite level for 10 years. As an adult, she has been involved in the fitness industry since 1994 when she qualified as an aerobics and step instructor through ETA and as a Personal Fitness Trainer in 1995 through the Institute of Fitness Professionals. She has taught aerobics at various Virgin Active branches as well as corporate gyms in Gauteng over the years specialising in Step, Body Conditioning, Jazz and Hip Hop. Michelle is an outgoing, fun-loving, dedicated individual who has a passion for being outdoors and taking on any challenge involving adventure. Some of the exciting activities she has taken on during her travels include snow scootering on glaciers in Iceland, Mad Dog River Boarding in New Zealand and abseiling in Israel. Her motto in life is that “it's never too late to pursue your dreams and with a positive attitude and the right guidance, anything is achievable”. Through Adventure Boot Camp, Michelle hopes to be able to reach out to many more women, to inspire, motivate and lead them to achieving their long-term health and fitness aspirations.
Abrie Valentine
SOMERSET WEST (De Hoop Primary School)
Abrie has spent the majority of his life in Somerset West, so who better than this fitness fanatic to show local women what Adventure Boot Camp is all about! Having spent the past seven years in the fitness industry, Abrie has gained valuable experience in a myriad of exercise environments – from helping pregnant moms to reach their goals, to training Iron Man participants. Personally, he likes to keep fit through Thai Boxing and Brazilian Jiujitsu, but if you want to tap into Abrie’s real passion, simply ask him about his favourite “hobby”: making people sweat, burn calories and experiencing the natural high and adrenaline rush that goes hand in hand with a good workout. So whether you are a new mom hoping to regain your pre-baby figure, a grandmother wanting to work your way towards a healthy body and vitality or an athlete in need of stepping up your training regime, you are in great hands!
David van Ryneveld
POLOKWANE (Pietersburg High School)
David has been a keen sportsman from a very young age. On leaving school, he attended 2 years of military training and then completed a BSc degree and Honours in Biokinetics at the University of Potchefstroom. He represented Limpopo Province in various sports including cricket, power-lifting and bodybuilding. Later on, he competed in various endurance events including Voltaren Canoe Iron Man in 2000. His passion is still rowing but he also greatly enjoys mountain biking and other outdoor activities. David worked as a Biokineticist for a neurosurgeon for 2 years and was mainly involved with rehabilitation. While he enjoyed this, he found his work only benefited a small number of individuals and so subsequently he started a small health club in Polokwane, targeting a more general population and practicing Biokinetics on a part time basis. Currently he is involved with fitness and conditioning on a permanent basis. David has realized that a very small percentage of people live the life they dream of, and that physical activity or lack thereof can be the initiator to poor habits, imbalance and limited character development. His passion is thus to influence people to live quality lives and use a positive and encouraging exercise environment as the starting tool. “A mans character is essentially the sum of his habits” John Maxwell.
Ruhan Koekemoer
NELSPRUIT (Lowveld Botanical Gardens)
Ruhan has always had sport pumping through his veins. Participating in everything from athletics to rugby throughout his life, he now pursues road and mountain biking as his sports of profession. After school, he started working for a Biokineticist at a local fitness facility in Polokwane while attaining his National Certificate in exercise science. Later he pursued his actual dream to help others reach their health and fitness dreams by completing his Personal Training Diploma at Intec. Through Cycle Lab, he also completed his spinning instructor's course and at Reebok, he obtained his Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy. After seven years of experience in Aerobics, Spinning, Personal Training and group training, he moved to Nelspruit to open and manage a ladies' fitness facility. Ruhan has a passion for women’s health and fitness. Helping women change their lifestyles and seeing the total transformation in their fitness and self esteem is what he lives for! "For every disciplined effort, there is a multiple reward!"
Gracia De Jager
BRUMMERIA (Pretoria National Botanical Garden)
Gracia is a friendly, energetic personal trainer with a passion for helping people reach their fitness goals. This mother of three started her sports career at age eight with acrobatic dancing. At the age of ten, she started doing gymnastics and continued with it until age 17. After school she studied Medical Technology at Technikon Pretoria and stayed in shape by enjoying outdoor activities like running, mountain biking, gym training and spinning. She regularly competed in road races and is also a qualified scuba diver. Gracia studied personal training at IIFT (International Institute for Sport Science & Fitness Training) and worked as a self-employed personal trainer at Virgin Active, Hazeldean. After the birth of her third child, she decided to get back into shape by competing in fitness shows. She is self-driven, disciplined and determined and knows what it takes to achieve these goals and have fun at the same time! With her enthusiasm, high level of energy, ability to motivate and passion for fitness combined with her high work ethics and desire to have fun and enjoy life, she will make campers sweat but have many laughs doing it!
Hendrietta Munro
GARSFONTEIN (Garsfontein High School)
Hendrietta has been an athlete since grade school. Growing up on a farm in the North Western Cape explains her love for the outdoors while horseback riding and hiking are still part of her life. One of the greatest moments in Hendrietta's life was summiting Mount Kilimanjaro on 29 September 2005. Not far behind however, were her accomplishments at the World Masters Athletics Championships in 2007 where she took 2nd place in the 5000m Track Walk, 4th place in the 10km Road Walk and 3rd place in the 20km Road Walk! Hendrietta is passionate about walking and looks forward to wearing the Green and Gold again in July 2009 at the next World Masters Athletics Championships. Hendrietta can't last without exercise for a day. She teaches spinning and group fitness classes at Virgin Active Vodaworld in Midrand as well as keeps up with her walking on a regular basis. She is passionate about people, fitness and making a difference in people’s lives - Adventure Boot Camp was made for her!
Janine van Wyk
CENTURION (Cornwall College)
Janine is a multi-faceted woman with her passions vested in sport, continuous learning and people. She has excelled as a sportswoman in athletics as a sprinter and pole-vaulter and also competed in netball and swimming. Janine has a degree in English, French, Education and Psychology, and an Honours degree in English, and has completed her Personal Training qualification in Exercise Science through the Health and Fitness Professionals Association. She has taught at University level, has managed a Health Studio and has worked as a Personal Trainer locally and in Australia. Janine’s top priority is people. She wants to see women fulfil their potential, and her concern is for the whole person: body, mind and spirit. Janine’s professionalism, positive attitude, compassion and gift for encouragement have drawn a variety of people to her and made her a very successful personal trainer. She believes that she can channel her passion for people into the Adventure Boot Camp and would like to use this medium to see woman realise their full potential.
Khadija Kadodia
ERASMIA (Erasmia Primary School)
Khadija loves a challenge. Her passion for sports and the outdoors is powered by her adventurous and energetic personality. Having grown up with an athletic family consisting of five brothers, sports like rugby, soccer and cricket have always been a way of life for her. Khadija currently runs the Erasmia Swimming Academy and also does personal training in Pretoria. Her qualifications include Swimming Coaching (S.S.A.), Baby Swimming (P.B.S.T.A), Fitness and Nutrition (Intec) and Exercise Science (HFPA), which she is currently furthering by specialising in Special Populations. Her experience extends to Adapted Aquatics for the physically and mentally challenged, which has given her the opportunity to help children enjoy this form of physical exercise. But what really inspires Khadija is being able to revolutionise the way women workout. By being outdoors, she can help them to lose weight and stay fit, incorporating sound nutrition advice and an innovative and motivating exercise regime. Khadija believes ABC encourages team building in a motivating, safe and non-judgemental environment, appealing to athletic and non-athletic women at the same time.
Nienie Steenekamp
POTCHEFSTROOM (Gimnasium High School)
Nienie grew up in the tranquil town of Zeerust in the North West province. She had a passion for sport from a very young age and when the time came to decide on a career, she studied to be a teacher with a focus on physical education. After finishing these studies, she furthered her education with an honours in Sports Science - a rigorous course involving multiple sport disciplines such as athletics, swimming, gymnastics, tennis and more, of which group training formed an important part of the course. To help her understand individual needs, she also did a year’s practical at a gymnasium where she assisted clients in developing individual training schedules and teaching them the latest training techniques. Currently leading spinning classes at the local gym, she still finds time to follow her own rigorous training program in road biking, mountain biking and duathlons. Occasionally she does adventure races for a multi-discipline thrill. Nienie is a real people-motivator and enjoys helping clients attain their training goals while having fun at the same time. Her ever-friendly attitude and personal attention will make everyone feel like the most important camper in the class!
Cathy Robson
KLOOF (Gillitts Centre)
Being an Adventure Boot Camp franchisee is Cathy’s calling in life. Her energy and enthusiasm is inspiring and obvious when you meet her. Having been involved in the fitness industry since leaving school in 1995, it’s her passion for exercise and her sense of achievement that drives her every day. What she loves the most is seeing the smiling faces of her campers after their workout once they’ve realise just how fit they really are. Cathy is happiest when she can help other people achieve their goals and become as passionate about exercise as she is. She believes that finding a balance between the body and mind is very important and the ability to work-out and experience health and fitness in beautiful outdoor surroundings is not only brilliant for exercise but also for one’s overall well being. Cathy is continually updating her knowledge by attending seminars and courses. Her expertise includes Group Training, aquacise, aerobics, step, spinning and even mobile personal training. Cathy joined Adventure Boot Camp to help inspire and motivate other women to find themselves through exercise and help others to heal the body and mind through training. If you bring your motivation and enthusiasm to camp, she’ll bring the fun, excitement, extra motivation and expertise.
Colleen Burger
WESTVILLE (Kainon School)
Colleen has always been surrounded by those passionate about the fitness industry and as a result, she became interested in Martial Arts, cycling and mainly running, with which she fell in love. This is in fact how she lost her 20 extra kilos that she gained while living overseas! Yes… Colleen knows what weight loss is all about (emotionally and practically) and her history means she is highly in tune with women’s weight loss issues. Colleen’s passion for exercise is what eventually took her out of the corporate world in which she felt she was being absorbed, and at age 34, she obtained her National Certificate in Fitness through ETA and her Pre and Post Natal Exercise qualification through HFPA. She then started her own personal training business aimed at people who lack confidence in large gym environments and those that need a little extra motivation. Her personal motivation in turn comes from her clients’ achievements and their positive lifestyle changes in nutrition and health. Colleen believes that with a positive attitude, you can achieve anything! She ensures you that her classes will always be fun and the realization of your goals will be the bonus prize! Colleen is a protector of Mother Nature and she will have you laughing in the summer rain, enjoying sun-kissed skin and loving songbirds!
Lee Ferreira
BEREA (Durban Botanical Gardens)
Lee has been active in the fitness industry playing sports and representing Zimbabwe in tennis and hockey since and early age. She is, and has always been, competitive and so after completing school, she studied Sports Management and Sports science, while obtaining her basic coaching in cricket and rugby as well as professional tennis, hockey, volleyball, athletics and swimming certificates. Originally from Zimbabwe, Lee relocated to Durban after her studies where she continued coaching at some top schools in Kwa-Zulu Natal. This is where her personal training career started. Lee loves to lead a very active lifestyle, so if she’s not at the beach surfing or going for a paddle, she is taking part in adventure racing on the weekends. To Lee there is nothing better than helping people change their lifestyle and see them reap the benefits as they go. To her, it does not matter how slowly you go, as long as you do not STOP!
Juli Geldenhuys
PAARL (Paarl Gimnasium High School)
Juli Geldenhuys is an inspiring person. She has the ability to motivate any woman to live a balanced, healthy life. Her innovative approach to training and especially her attitude create a positive reaction in all aspects of a woman’s life. Soon you realise that training has become something central to your being! Juli has been a self-employed personal trainer since 2005 and also runs her own Pilates studio. She believes in continuously improving her techniques and knowledge by participating in various workshops and training seminars. She has a diploma in Sports Management and Coaching as well as many courses under her belt, including pre and post natal women, treating injuries and exercise for older adults, amongst others. Juli is an example of what it means to live one’s passion. She has completed her 1st Two Oceans half marathon and loves any form of exercise, especially outdoors. Running, mountain biking, swimming and Pilates are her favourites. Juli is extremely passionate about each and every one of her clients. Her friendly and spontaneous attitude ensures that she gets the most from her classes in a fun way. Her approach will enable you to create significant and positive changes to your life on a mental and physical level – ensuring that you achieve extraordinary results!
Elana Theron
RANDFONTEIN (Hoërskool Riebeeckrand)
From birth, Elana was destined for great things. Growing up in a family where health and fitness was always a priority it’s no surprise that her first love as a young girl was dancing. She took part in ballet, Spanish dancing and modern dancing. At school she played hockey and later on decided she was ready for the big time taking on more serious endurance sports.
Three years ago she joined her family’s 20-year old business taking over HR and the general run of things. She also got involved with Pilates and was inspired to take on a Personal Trainer Course. In August an Adventure Boot Camp opened close to her and she registered for her first camp. She was immediately hooked on the Adventure Boot Camp experience and decided to become part of the Boot Camp Family. Now she can share her love of health and fitness with the women in her camp and see them achieve their goals on a daily basis. Elana’s friendly nature and well-designed Adventure Boot Camp programmes are sure to have ladies coming back for more every time.
Elmarie Labuschagne
RUIMSIG (Laerskool Muldesdrift)
Elmarie has worked in the corporate environment for many years but eventually found her passion within the fitness industry making it her mission to empower and motivate women to take control of their health. Elmarie is career driven and a mother of two yet still finds the time to study. Since completing her Certification in Exercise Science, she has continued expanding her expertise and knowledge with a diploma in Exercise Science with HFPA. She has also been successful training group fitness and Pilates and stays ahead of the pack by keeping up-to-date with industry trends. Her love for the outdoors as well as leading a wholesome and healthy lifestyle is what brought her to Adventure Boot Camp for Women. It’s a great privilege to do what you love within the beauty of nature. Elmarie is a passionate hiker, scuba diver and loves snow skiing. She still dreams of summiting the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro.
Hayley Henry
BOKSBURG (Hoërskool Dr. E.G. Jansen)
Hayley is immensely passionate about health and wellness. Fitness and body awareness is not only a way of life for her but it’s something she truly believes keeps us happy and able to live a long and full life. She is well qualified and experienced in all areas of fitness and loves the fact that by teaching at Adventure Boot Camp, she can encourage and help others achieve their health and fitness goals. It’s this that makes her the most happy. As a certified choreographer, qualified and experienced dance teacher and aerobics and stretch instructor, campers must know they are in excellent hands and will be getting the benefit of her expertise every day at camp. Hayley is quite a busy lady and also co-owns an entertainment company with her husband, which includes teaching and performing in various dance shows. She is looking forward to partnering with campers as she uses her expertise in instruction to give safe, effective and fun workouts.
Hermien Mostert
KEMPTON PARK (Hoërskool Kempton Park)
If Hermien lacks any sort of qualification in her life, it is not in the fitness industry! She has to date obtained the following: Certification in Exercise Science, IFP Personal Training Diploma, IIFT Diploma in Cardio Athletic Kick Box (Master Trainer), Step (Master Trainer), Group Fitness – Aerobics Instructor and Seniors, Spinning (Johnny G), Aquatic (PAASA), Kangoo Jumps SA, Royal Academy of Dancing Teacher, Training consultant for IIFT. Hermien started her ballet career at the age of 3. Soon to follow was Modern Dancing, Contemporary, Free Style, Hip-Hop, Tap and Spanish dancing. At the age of 9 she performed on a regular basis on the television program called Wielie-Walie and other programs like Kraaines, Teletien and Mamepe. She joined the Ballet Music and Art School in Johannesburg where she specialized in Ballet and Spanish dancing. She dances professionally as a Spanish dancer for the Bonegio Spanish Dance Company. While furthering her career in the sports industry, she joined South African Airways for whom she still works to date. However, Hermien also finds time to teach a variety of disciplines, both personal and group training at Virgin Active, Avion Family Fitness Centre and the SAA Gymnasium. She has also been invited to judge the Sports Aerobics Championships. Hermien loves dedicating her time to assisting and motivating others when it comes to health and fitness. She is very passionate about what she does and tries to get the best out of all her clients while assisting them in achieving their goals but also while having fun. Her biggest asset is her positive attitude and enthusiasm!
Jason Coetzee
ALBERTON (Rietvlei Farm)
Jason is very passionate about sport and has competed in soccer, rugby, tennis, BMX, cricket and swimming. He worked in the corporate world for a number of years before realising his love for exercise and helping people. He decided to take the leap of faith and change careers choosing to study Exercise Science and qualified as a personal trainer. His clients love the structure and creativity he brings to each session as well as his well-rounded approach to fitness. Jason also worked and travelled as a scuba-diving instructor for a number of years before joining the corporate world. Reconnecting with his interest in working with people and being outdoors is what convinced him to get involved with Adventure Boot Camp.
Pamela Pullen
ROODEPOORT (Exact Location TBC)
Pamela is one of those trainers who really believe in what she does. Her energy and enthusiasm is overwhelming and can really get a class going! What drives her is seeing others succeed and achieving their fitness goals. She believes that fitness is more about developing a lifestyle, which is what she encourages in her classes to ensure it lasts a lifetime. Having worked in the fitness industry for over 15 years, Pamela has gained much experience in various styles of fitness training from Step, High-Low and Body Conditioning to Aqua and Child Development. She also runs a Boxercising studio which should introduce an interesting and exciting mix into every camp. The most important element Pamela will bring to camp is how to find balance. As a mom, this is the most vital lesson she’s learnt in order to achieve her goals. Be sure to sign up for Pamela’s camp and watch your fitness goals achieved!
Roshni Pillay
BENONI (Tom Newby School)
Roshni left the corporate world a few years ago when she could no longer ignore the urge to work in the fitness industry and make a difference in women’s lives.Since joining the world of health and fitness by qualifying as a fitness instructor, Roshni has made a difference in women’s lives by managing her own women-only gym - offering personal and group training. Added to this, Roshni is a great believer in the mental benefits of exercise and is a trained yoga instructor. Roshni’s passion for women’s fitness and health ensures that what she does is a pleasure rather than a job. You will feel this passion during her training, and if you have signed up for Benoni's camp, you are one lucky camper.
Jeanine Lombard
PORT ELIZABETH (Humewood)
Jeanine is dedicated to inspiring her campers to be the best women, mothers, daughters or friends they can be by giving them the tools to empower themselves with health and fitness. She believes this is the key to ultimate happiness and as a disciplined trainer she knows that over time and with much dedication, her training style will help improve the lives of those around her, and especially her campers. Her business aim is of a holistic approach. Physically, she believes that your body is as strong as your mind and mentally, all it takes is dedication. Spiritually, it’s all about having fun and a healthy lifestyle ensures a healthy life. Each individual can prove in their own unique way that within their own abilities it is possible to achieve even the smallest goal set, through determination, willpower, discipline and perseverance. Pursue your dreams, achieve your goals, stay committed and you’ll experience the rewards of achieving your goals. Jeanine is young at heart and full of life, so campers can be sure of getting a fun and adventurous work out every time.
