For personal trainers

Online booking for personal trainers

Let clients book training sessions, pay upfront, and get automatic reminders - all from one link you share on WhatsApp or Instagram. No app needed, no monthly commissions.

Free plan available. No credit card required.

FitWithLebo

Johannesburg

1-on-1 Session (60 min) R450
Assessment R600
Online Coaching Call R300

A booking system for personal trainers lets clients book training sessions online, choose session types (1-on-1, group, assessment, online consultation), and pay upfront. Personal trainers in South Africa typically manage bookings via WhatsApp and Instagram DMs, which is time-consuming and leads to scheduling conflicts. Booklink replaces this with a shareable booking link where clients self-book based on your real-time availability. Google Calendar sync prevents double-bookings with personal commitments. Upfront payment via Yoco, Paystack, or PayFast eliminates the common problem of no-shows for early morning and after-work sessions. Booklink starts free with 30 bookings/month and costs R79/month for unlimited bookings.

How personal trainers use Booklink

Drop it in your bio

Put your booking link in your Instagram bio, WhatsApp status, or website. Potential clients tap it and book a session in seconds - no DM back-and-forth.

Get paid before the session

Require upfront payment via Yoco, Paystack, or PayFast. Clients who pay in advance show up. No more wasted early mornings waiting for no-shows.

Offer multiple session types

Create 1-on-1 sessions, fitness assessments, group sessions, and online coaching calls - each with its own price, duration, and description.

WhatsApp reminders

Automatic WhatsApp reminders before each session. Your clients already live on WhatsApp - meet them there instead of hoping they check email.

Keep your calendar in sync

Connect Google Calendar and your personal life stays protected. Training sessions and meetings in one view, no double-bookings.

Build your client base

Every booking creates a client record automatically. Track who books regularly, spot drop-offs, and follow up with clients who haven't trained in a while.

Why personal trainers choose Booklink

R79

per month, flat

No per-session commissions. Unlike Fresha or Booksy, Booklink charges a flat monthly fee - R79 for unlimited everything.

5 min

to set up

Add your services, set your availability, share your link. You can be taking bookings today - no technical skills needed.

0%

booking commission

You keep every rand your clients pay. Booklink never takes a cut of your session fees. Just a flat R79/month on Pro.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Booklink cost for a personal trainer?

Booklink is free to start - you get 1 service, 1 team member, and 30 bookings per month at no cost. The Pro plan at R79/month unlocks unlimited services, bookings, payment collection, Google Calendar sync, and WhatsApp reminders.

Can I offer different session types?

Yes. Create separate services for each type - 1-on-1 sessions, assessments, online consultations, group sessions - each with its own price, duration, and description. Clients choose the one they want when booking.

Can clients pay for sessions upfront?

Yes. On the Pro plan, connect Yoco, Paystack, or PayFast and clients pay when they book. You choose which sessions require payment. No more chasing payments or dealing with last-minute cancellations.

Does it work with my Google Calendar?

Yes. Connect your Google Calendar and personal commitments automatically block booking slots. New client bookings sync back to your calendar so your full schedule is always in one place.

How do clients book with me?

You get a unique booking link (e.g. app.booklink.co.za/to/your-name) that you share via WhatsApp, Instagram bio, email, or your website. Clients pick a session type, choose an available time, and book in seconds.

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