Train with a plan.
Not a guess.
Personal training at Maddog Performance Institute with two specialist coaches — Tristan Botha for general strength, conditioning and app-based programming, and Amanda Wren Kobus, Registered Nurse Practitioner, for powerlifting-specific and nutritionally-informed coaching. Choose the approach that fits you.
Strength coaching,
not combat sport.
This is separate from Maddog's MMA and combat sports programme. Personal training with Tristan is general strength and conditioning work — building fitness, muscle and sustainable habits, whatever your starting point.
Sessions run semi-private or one-on-one, with every programme built around your own goals rather than a fixed class structure. Whether you're completely new to training or picking things back up after time off, the approach is hands-on and tailored to you.
- Semi-private and 1-on-1 sessions available
- Certified, results-driven coaching from Tristan Botha
- Programming built for individual performance, not a fixed class
- No Maddog gym membership required to book
Every session,
tracked and adjusted.
Every personal training package includes a custom programme delivered through Maddog's online training app — the same system used across the gym's coaching. Your sessions, plan and progress all live in one place.
Tristan reviews and adjusts your programme as you improve, so it keeps moving with you rather than staying static. It's built for members training in person at the Ballito facility as well as clients following their programming remotely.
- Custom programming for every package
- Sessions, plan and progress in one place
- Reviewed and adjusted by Tristan as you progress
- Works for in-person and remote clients
Nutrition,
your way.
Tristan's strength and conditioning coaching is training-only — nutrition isn't part of his sessions. If you train with Tristan and want nutritional support, we'll refer you to our Slimming Clinic for a proper assessment — including an InBody body composition scan, run under Dr. Deo Du Plessis, at an additional fee.
Amanda Wren Kobus is different — as a Registered Nurse Practitioner, nutritionally-informed guidance is built directly into her coaching, alongside her powerlifting and strength programming, with no separate referral needed.
- Tristan: training-only, with referral to the Slimming Clinic if needed
- Amanda: nutrition guidance built into every session as standard
- Slimming Clinic route includes a proper assessment, InBody scan and nutritional support
- Choose the coach and path that fits how you want to train
Nutrition Assessment Pricing.
A quick standalone scan with a printed results sheet. No consultation — just your numbers.
- Full InBody scan
- Printed results summary
- Booking required
The full scan plus a one-on-one interpretation session — understand what your results actually mean and set meaningful goals.
- Full InBody scan
- Results interpretation session
- Goal alignment discussion
- Recommended next steps
Our most comprehensive starting package — scan, full interpretation, a personalised eating plan and a nutrition education session.
- Full InBody scan & interpretation
- Personalised eating plan
- Nutrition education session
- Practical implementation guidance
Strength isn't
automatic.
Muscle mass doesn't stay constant with age — research shows adults typically lose a meaningful percentage of muscle mass per decade after 30, and that loss accelerates from your 40s onward. The same applies to bone density. Structured strength training is one of the most effective ways to work against both.
This isn't about a quick fix — it's about building a training habit that genuinely supports your body through whatever stage of life you're in, whoever you are.
If you'd prefer to train alongside other women going through the same thing, Tristan also runs a dedicated semi-private women's class at 9am, built around this same approach. It's one option among several — personal training itself is open to everyone.
Tristan Botha.
Personal Trainer · Maddog Performance Institute
Tristan John Botha is a qualified personal trainer specialising in individual performance and sustainable habit building. His approach is hands-on and tailored — every session is built around the person in front of him, not a generic template.
Beyond one-on-one and semi-private personal training, Tristan runs a dedicated semi-private women's class at 9am for clients who'd prefer to train alongside other women. See his full profile on the coaches page.
Amanda "Wren" Kobus.
Personal Trainer & Registered Nurse Practitioner · Maddog Performance Institute
Amanda Wren Kobus is a Proteas-selected Master 1 athlete and KZN's strongest Master 1 competitor — currently ranked South Africa's third-strongest master athlete. She's Director of the KwaZulu-Natal Powerlifting Association and a certified Coach and Referee under the South African Powerlifting Federation. Her clinical background as a Registered Nurse Practitioner informs every training prescription, including nutritional guidance built directly into her coaching.
A mother of three and NPC Worldwide bodybuilding titleholder, Amanda brings a deep understanding of the female body and the mindset required to build strength around life's responsibilities. See her full profile on the coaches page, or her powerlifting programme.
Personal Training Pricing.
A single personal training session — no monthly commitment, book as you need it.
- One personal training session
- Coach-led guidance throughout
- No booking commitment
Steady, consistent coaching — two sessions a week, every week, for R1,800 per month.
- 2 sessions per week
- Custom app programme included
- Progress tracked and adjusted monthly
Our most intensive package — near-daily coaching for clients serious about consistent progress.
- 5 sessions per week
- Custom app programme included
- Closest coach oversight and adjustment
Powerlifting & Strength Coaching Pricing.
A 1-on-1 coaching session with Amanda — per person, per session.
- Powerlifting or general strength coaching
- Nutritionally-informed guidance included
Train with Amanda in a small group — per person, per session.
- Powerlifting or general strength coaching
- Nutritionally-informed guidance included
Couples training with Amanda is also available — get in touch for details.
Personal Training FAQ.
Your programme is waiting.
Book a consultation with Tristan and get a programme built around your goals — tracked in the app, adjusted as you go. Need nutritional support too? We'll refer you to our Slimming Clinic.