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.

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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 [...]

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

Catherine

  Starting with BBodies was the best decision I’ve ever made. Barbara has taught me that it’s not just about hitting the gym; it’s about understanding my body, my goals, and how nutrition plays a crucial role. Barbs took the… Read more “Catherine”

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… Read more “Naledi”

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,… Read more “Anne”

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… Read more “Lew & Fran”

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… Read more “Nives”

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”

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… Read more “Vera”

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… Read more “Barry & Suzi”

Barry & Suzi

Carole

Carole Testimonial

  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… Read more “Carole”

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”

Sheila

James

James Testimonial

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.*

James

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”

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”

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”

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”

Lynette