My passion for fitness and healthy living lead me to a career in the fitness industry. I started as an employee with the Durban based Health and Racquet Group in 1994, working up the ranks to fitness manager and aerobic co-coordinator. In 1996 I relocated to Cape Town to pursue a solo career as a Personal Trainer. Today I run a successful private studio supported by many great and loyal clients. Having come from a sporting background and with my love of fitness and people, I take great pride in motivating and encouraging clients to achieve their goals.
Latest News
Spring Challenge 2017 Results
This years Spring Challenge saw Karen an outright winner in the overall position. She managed to lose 4,5 kg's, 4 cm's in girth measurements with a small drop in total body fat and improved her [...]
BBodies Spring Challenge 2017 is starting on Mon 4th Sept
It's the 10th annual edition of the spring challenge. It kicks off on Monday 4th September and ends on Thursday 23 rd November 2017. This year sees the return of a timed circuit which challenges [...]
Small Things that make a Big Difference
As a personal trainer for 21 years I am constantly reminded that it’s the small positive things done on a regular basis that make the overall difference in achieving your goals. Life is busy for [...]
Testimonials
Naledi
“I have struggled with my weight my whole life and have never enjoyed exercise. When I seriously decided to change my life and get healthy I knew I needed someone that was going to support me along the way and… Read more “Naledi”
Anne
Tuesdays at 6am are non-negotiable. It’s time to get sweaty with the other 3 “Bootcamp Girls” and Barbara, something I’ve been doing for 9 years. The first few months of bootcamp left us feeling quite exhausted after each session, but… Read more “Anne”
Lew & Fran
I started working out with Barbs many years ago. This has been the one thing in my diary that I try the hardest not to move! When I haven’t been able to make it, Barbs has kindly always made a… Read more “Lew & Fran”
Nives
I started training with Barbara Daw when I was 34 and had just had my third child. I had recently relocated from Johannesburg and was going through a major stressful period. Barbara started working with me and we began an… Read more “Nives”
Laura
Twelve years ago at the age of 35 I weighed a whopping 71kgs! Height: 1.50m (I was obese). I needed to loose the weight … but I needed help! I was fortunate enough that I knew Barbara already. So I… Read more “Laura”
Vera
Barbara has been my personal trainer for more than 10 years. Quite a thing for me to stick with somebody for so long! A testament to how versatile, adaptable and fun she is. Last year I embarked on a project to… Read more “Vera”
Barry & Suzi
Barry has lost a total of 14 kg’s in less than a year and Suzi nearly 10kg’s. Barry’s Testimonial I am approaching 50 in June 2015 and the plan is to try get to 87kg by then with as little… Read more “Barry & Suzi”
Carole
From 65.5 kg (size 40) to 54.3 kg (size 32) in 12 months – I have been training with Barbs for over 10 years and I still look forward to every session. She is constantly challenging me and I am… Read more “Carole”
Sheila
Seven years ago, at age 50, I was ordered by a cardiologist to begin a serious fitness program. Acting on advice given to me by my G.P’s wife I linked up with personal fitness trainer Barbara Daw I have never… Read more “Sheila”
James
From 110.4 kgs (size 40) to 89.9 kgs (size 34) in 12 weeks – The training and encouragement I received from my trainer, Barbara Daw, has changed my life – I am fitter, energized and healthier.*
Alan
Training with Barbie for many years now, it has been extremely enjoyable and rewarding.* Rewarding? Because my fitness – and strength – levels are certainly as high as they have ever been, even when I was playing (junior club) rugby… Read more “Alan”
Mandy
The highlight of my week! I was running half marathons and strained my hamstring and when I consulted a biokineticist I was told to strengthen various muscle groups . I decided to try a personal trainer to advise and was… Read more “Mandy”
Shirley
10 out 10 for B-Bodies. My weekly hour with Barbara is a real priority for me.* Barbara covers all the muscle groups, cardio work and flexibility with endless variety and motivational cheer – and for good measure, she throws in… Read more “Shirley”
Lynette
Barbara at B-Bodies has helped me change my body from the outside in. With her innovative exercise routines which she varies daily. She challenges and drives you to achieve your goals. Barbara’s expertise, knowledge and her continuous encouragement fuels anyone… Read more “Lynette”