Meet Tess — The Coach Who Gets It

Personal Trainer · Somerset West

She is a first-time mom with a passion for health and fitness. With six years of experience, she is the kind of trainer who will quietly change the way you see yourself.

Tess has been passionate about fitness and wellness for most of her life. At the heart of her approach are a few key principles: discipline — showing up even when you feel like you have nothing left to give; consistency — doing the work over and over again; enjoyment — celebrating small wins and finding joy in the process; and balance — not taking yourself too seriously, while still making space for good food and good moments along the way.

„I believe our bodies were created perfectly. They are incredible machines that we need to nurture, be patient with, fuel, and protect."

Tess has found her rhythm in being both a full-time mom and a trainer — helping others achieve their personal fitness goals while reminding them of what they are truly capable of.

Her Story

Life has taken Tess through many seasons — travelling and working abroad, building a business, becoming a wife, and now stepping into motherhood. Each chapter has brought its own blend of challenge and beauty, and it's this lived experience that grounds her coaching. She doesn't just train her clients — she understands them. When she's not spending time with her son, she's working on herself — focusing on living a healthy, well-balanced life and moving her body not because she has to, but because it's part of who she is. That energy, that consistency, is what she brings into every session she delivers.

What She Specialises In

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Tess works with beginners to intermediate clients — men and women between 35 and 60 who want to move correctly, build real strength, and stop guessing what they should be doing in the gym. Her focus is always on how you move before how much you lift.

Her Coaching Philosophy

Tess believes that the words you speak over your body matter. That progress comes not from punishment, but from patience. That consistency — combined with genuine enjoyment of the process — is the only real secret.

💬 Mindset First

What you believe about your body shapes what it becomes. Tess coaches the whole person — not just the muscles.

⏳ Progress Takes Time

She'll never rush you. She'll never compare you. Your journey is yours — and she's here to make it sustainable.

🌟 Results That Mean Something

Seeing a client look in the mirror and finally feel proud of what they see — that's what drives her every single day.

One of her most defining moments as a coach? Watching women — especially women — go from putting themselves down to discovering their own strength and power. All through showing up, moving their bodies, and working hard. That, for Tess, is life-giving.

Her Credentials

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Years of Coaching Experience

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Certified Personal Trainer

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In-Person & Online Training

Tess is a certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine — one of the world's most respected fitness institutions. Her six years of experience span both in-person and online settings, making her equally effective whether you're in the same city or training from your living room.

The Person Behind the Profile

Tess has a huge faith, and often people don’t know this about her. Behind the strong confident trainer, is a compassionate kind soul, figuring out motherhood and trusting in her faith in God to lead and guide her in everything she does.

„You can’t do life alone - we all need community, we all need support, encouragement and accountability to reach our goals and be the best version of ourselves."

Tess believes she is who she is because of the people she surrounds herself with, and the people who are in her corner. It’s through the way she connects and builds trust with her clients, that allows her to not only be a great trainer but to genuinely care for them on their journey to better health.

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