About
Kia ora,
I’m Jacob
I’m a Wellington-based personal trainer and nutrition coach, and I help people become the fittest, healthiest version of themselves.
I get that life is busy, routines aren’t perfect, and health and fitness can feel overwhelming. My job is to make your programme realistic and rewarding, so you see results without sacrificing the things you enjoy.
5+
Years coaching
Hundreds of client transformations
PGDip
Human Nutrition
University of Otago
BSc
Physiology
University of Otago
L4 & 5
PT Diploma
NZIHF, nationally recognised
Qualifications
Science-backed, still learning
Five years in the industry and hundreds of transformations later, I’m still learning.
My Postgraduate Diploma in Human Nutrition and undergraduate degree in Physiology, both from the University of Otago, along with my NZ Level 4 & 5 Personal Training Diploma from NZIHF, mean I know how to get you the results you want. I’ve coached athletes, busy parents, people who train for their mental health, and everyone in between.
The question is, are you ready?
Why The NZ Trainer
What working with me looks like
Tailored programmes
Personalised to you and your goals — never a template with your name on it.
Sustainable results
A foundation for long-term success, not a twelve-week sprint.
A supportive trainer
I’m in your corner through the good weeks and the hard ones.
A realistic approach
Training that fits your life, without giving up the things you enjoy.
From the community
Real people. Real results.
30kg down
“Choosing to work with Jacob has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. He helped me fall back in love with the gym by tailoring it to my preferences and goals — weight loss and getting strong — and he’s been a cheerleader through all the ups and downs. My journey hasn’t been linear, but 30kg down so far, he’s given me nutrition tips and motivates me by being such a great example.”
“Training with Jacob is the perfect mix of challenging, fun and learning. He combines a wealth of expertise with an awesome ability to explain things clearly, while encouraging me to push myself. His programmes are varied, interesting and challenging, and they always stay fun and easy to be consistent with.”
“Training with Jacob has empowered me to create a healthy, sustainable lifestyle. His coaching helped me improve my nutrition and pushed me to reach my full potential in fitness. I now have the tools and knowledge to support my long-term health and wellbeing.”
Make the change
Book a free consultation. We’ll talk through your goals, your week and what’s held you back — and your first session is on me.
Book a free consultation