Competitive fighters. Everyday athletes. All trained under the same world-champion standard. This is what Maddog Performance Institute produces.
Every fighter on the Maddog roster is developed along a structured competitive pathway — from regional amateur events to national professional title fights. World-champion coached. Competition tested.
Competing across EFC, IMMAF, MFC, VERSUS, and amateur circuits throughout South Africa. Representing Ballito on stages that matter.
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Not everyone trains to compete. But everyone at Maddog trains to be better. These are the stories of members who showed up, put in the work, and changed their lives on the mat. From executives to parents, from beginners to competitors — every member has a story worth telling.
Wren is an incredible trainer who truly delivers results! She is dynamic, motivating, and knows exactly how to push you to be your best while still making every session enjoyable. Her energy is contagious, and she creates a positive, supportive environment that keeps you coming back. If you’re looking for someone who will challenge you and help you grow stronger and fitter, she’s the one.
I started working with Wren in February 2025, and over the past year she has truly transformed both my mindset and my body. After years of struggling with my weight and constant yo-yo cycles, I’ve finally found balance — not just physically, but mentally too. For the first time, I feel like I’m able to maintain a healthy, sustainable lifestyle, and that’s entirely thanks to Wren. Her approach goes far beyond training. Her knowledge of nutrition is exceptional, and the way she teaches makes everything feel achievable and realistic. She leads with genuine care, patience, and understanding. Wren doesn’t just help you change your body — she changes the way you think, and that’s where the real transformation happens. I’m incredibly grateful for her guidance and would recommend her to anyone looking for lasting results.
In just six months with Wren, Kate and I have gone from dreading workouts to genuinely looking forward to each session. What once felt intimidating has become something we truly enjoy. We’ve achieved physical goals we never thought possible at the start, and that journey has been even more rewarding because we’ve been able to do it together. Even though we each have different strengths and abilities, Wren always meets us where we are — making sure we’re giving our best individually and reminding us to measure progress against ourselves, not each other. Wren’s knowledge, encouragement, and support have made all the difference. She knows exactly when to challenge us and when to lift us up, and because of Wren, we are stronger and more motivated than ever!
Training with Wren is an invigorating experience — whether you have never trained formally before or are athletically inclined, Wren is able to comprehensively assess your fitness level by harnessing her extraordinary expertise across medical, pharmaceutical, military, and powerlifting environments. Whether the goal is to lose weight, improve lean muscle mass, tone physique, or simply get stronger, Wren tailors her skillset to reach and sustain your goals. Her eating plans are based on an individual’s dietary preferences and body composition, and she is able to offer unique recovery methods from customised IV treatments to B vitamin injections. After a year of training with Wren, we are committed to continue our journey with her guidance — having seen sustained improvements beyond the initial gains achieved within the first few months. Wren’s training approach is holistic in a healthy and enjoyable manner that leaves you motivated and committed to keep going. Results are inevitable.
Wren is an awesome personal trainer. She always makes sure your form is correct and that you’re training safely and effectively. She’s attentive and motivating. You’re guaranteed to see results if you put in the effort.
I have been training with Amanda "Maddog" for around a year, and it has changed the course of my life. I never knew anything about MMA before I joined the gym and now it has become a huge part of my life. I can't imagine my life without Amanda.... OSSS!!!
Amazing kickboxing, fitness and jujitsu personal trainer! I'm nearly 50 years old and have been training with Amanda since January 2023, and yet to do a class that is repetitive or the same as the previous class. Not only is Amanda a professional training from personal experience, she is also extremely knowledgeable about the techniques and trains you every session to become better at it. She is super inspirational, high energy, a very strong individual physically and emotionally, and always motivational. She makes the sessions challenging, yet enjoyable. Her fitness/strength classes will leave you exhausted, but makes you feel like you have achieved something. What I really like about Amanda is her attention to detail and how she teaches you the proper techniques. I feel more energetic, confident and have gained muscle tone. I have also improved my strength & endurance plus improved my agility! I highly recommend Amanda to anyone young and old who wants to learn kickboxing, jujitsu or improve their fitness. She truly is an amazing trainer who adjusts to each person's needs and personality.
Training with Mandz has truly been a life-changing journey. Mandz isn't just a coach; she's a force of nature. Her passion for fitness and her unique training style have ignited a fire in my own fitness journey. What makes Mandz exceptional is her ability to connect with her clients on a profoundly personal level. Every training session with her feels like an adventure of self-discovery — a journey that's strengthened not just my body but also my spirit. Her personalised training programmes reflect her unwavering commitment to my growth, both physically and mentally. Mandz is more than a coach; she's a true friend who cares deeply about my well-being and progress. In Mandz, I've found not only an extraordinary coach but also a mentor and motivator who has inspired me to push past my limits in fitness and in life. Her coaching has been nothing short of transformative, and I'm deeply grateful for the positive impact she's had on my journey.
Whether you want to compete or just become the best version of yourself — there is a place for you at Maddog Performance Institute.
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