Job Description

PERSONAL TRAINER / LIFESTYLE ASSISTANT - CAPE TOWN

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape

Position: Freelance / On-Call (as needed when client is in Cape Town)

Salary: To be discussed (market-related, based on experience)

Start Date: Flexible / When client next visits Cape Town

About the Role

An energetic and professional Personal Trainer / Lifestyle Assistant is required to support an international (German) client who visits Cape Town periodically.


The client is health-conscious, active, and enjoys outdoor fitness, adventure, and balanced nutrition.


The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fitness, nutrition, and outdoor activities such as hiking and surfing.


This is a flexible, on-call role, requiring availability when the client is in Cape Town.

Requirements

Qualified Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor (with valid certification). Strong knowledge of nutrition and wellness principles. Confident swimmer and ideally able to surf (or familiar with surf coaching basics). Physically fit, energetic, and positive personality. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (English required; German a plus). Valid driver's license and own transport preferred. Flexible availability - must be reachable and ready to work on short notice when the client is in town.

Key Responsibilities

Provide personal training sessions (gym-based, outdoor fitness, or home workouts). Join the client in surfing sessions, hikes, and other physical activities. Assist with nutrition guidance and meal planning (focus on clean eating and performance-based nutrition). Develop and maintain a personalized fitness and wellness routine for the client during his stay. Accompany the client to fitness facilities, beaches, or hiking trails as needed. Be proactive in suggesting new activities or training ideas to keep the client motivated and engaged. Maintain a high level of professionalism, discretion, and reliability at all times.

Working Arrangements

The role is flexible / part-time, based on when the client is visiting Cape Town. The candidate should be able to adjust their schedule around the client's travel plans. Activities will vary - gym, hiking, surfing, and general health support.

Remuneration

Market-related hourly or daily rate, depending on experience and skill level. Travel expenses during sessions may be covered if pre-approved.

Ideal Candidate Profile

This role would suit someone who:

Lives an active, healthy lifestyle. Is outdoors-oriented and enjoys adventure. Can build rapport easily with international clients. * Has a professional, flexible, and service-minded attitude.