About me, Coach Annie
My health and fitness journey began during my final year of high school, when I started going to the gym with my best friend’s dad while I was living with their family. At the time, I was incredibly nervous and couldn’t imagine stepping into the gym on my own. I always needed someone by my side to feel confident.
But with time, consistency and encouragement, everything changed. I became stronger, more confident and, most importantly, genuinely happy. The gym became so much more than a place to exercise — it completely transformed my mindset and my life.
That’s when I knew I wanted to help other people experience that same feeling.
I decided to turn my passion into a career and went on to study at the Exercise Teachers Academy, where I spent two years learning everything from exercise science and training to nutrition. I loved every second of my studies and graduated with a **Distinction as a Professional Exercise Specialist, with a particular focus on Pre- & Post-Natal clients, Elderly Adults and Children, as well as General Personal Training.
After graduating, I began my career as a Personal Trainer at Virgin Active, where I spent a year gaining valuable experience and working with a wide range of clients. Eventually, I felt ready to take the leap and build something of my own — and that’s when FIT BUNZ OFFICIAL was born!
I initially started with online coaching, but I quickly realised just how much I loved the personal connection that comes from working with clients face-to-face. I wanted to create an environment where people could feel comfortable, supported and excited about their fitness journey.
So, I opened my own personal training studio in my garage and opened the doors to the public. It quickly grew into a fully booked studio, filled with amazing clients who inspired me every single day.
Alongside my career as a trainer, I also challenged myself by competing in several bodybuilding competitions. My final competition was a particularly special one — I became the **Overall Fitness Bikini Champion in Mossel Bay**, before officially hanging up my competition heels!
Two years ago, I took another exciting leap and moved to the Netherlands. Since then, I’ve continued doing what I love most: helping people become stronger, healthier and more confident through fitness and nutrition.
Looking back, I’m incredibly grateful for where this journey has taken me. What started as a nervous girl who couldn’t imagine going to the gym alone has grown into a career that has allowed me to help people, build my own business and work anywhere in the world.
Fitness changed my life — and now I get to help change yours.💪🏼✨
Welcome to FIT BUNZ OFFICIAL — where we train, grow, become stronger and have a whole lot of fun along the way!