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Make your mark in the beauty industry

Corpo Sano places special emphasis on creating ‘thinking therapists’ – beauty professionals who take an intelligent, holistic approach to health and beauty.


Their education programme gives you a variety of choices in the field of health, wellness and skincare.


Many factors make Corpo Sano a trendsetter in health and beauty education. These include a holistic approach to health and beauty; lecturers who are experts in their individual fields; training facilities with the latest electronic equipment and media technology and the opportunity to gain practical industry experience in our student salon.


So…start a lucrative career in health and beauty with a highly desirable qualification from Corpo Sano, one of SA’s leading health and skin care institutes.

Open Day

Next Open days; visit them anytime between 9am and 1pm on Saturday 17th October or  31st October.

Meet the team…

Tracy Anderson

Tracy Anderson
Director / Principal

Qualifications

N.Dip: Beauty Technology
CIDESCO
ITEC
BTech: Post School Education
Registered Assessor

Experience

20 years experience as a lecturer in Health & Skincare.
From 2002 to 2005 Tracy successfully managed the Somatology programme at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

As principal of Corpo Sano Wellness Training Centre, Tracy is a leader for the Corpo Sano team and mentor to many learners. Tracy is a true educator and with unsurpassed knowledge about health and skincare.

Tracy has been invited to be a member of the SAAHSP Education board for 2009.

‘I have a passion for teaching others the skills and knowledge that I have accumulated over the years and take pride and joy in watching people evolve and adapt into extremely capable and sought after Health and Wellness Practitioners in this vast and fantastic industry!’ – Tracy Anderson

Kate Smith

Kate Smith

Senior Lecturer: Wellness Studies

Qualifications

N.Dip: Somatology?CIDESCO?BTech: Post School Education?Registered Assessor

Experience

Experience working as an assistant- lecturer at Cape Technikon in Somatology.?5 years experience in the placement of students within in the Health and Wellness Industry.?International industry experience working as a therapist in Canada, at various spa resorts. Her interest lies on the paramedical aspect of the industry.
“My energy lies in igniting a learner’s passion within this vast industry of Health and Wellness; and nurturing them on their pathway to becoming the best that they can be. Working here, I ask myself, who wouldn’t want to be apart of this World-Class Institute?” – Kate Smith

Tracey Venter

Tracy Venter

Junior Lecturer: Wellness Studies and Aesthetics

Qualifications

N.Dip: Somatology
CIDESCO

Experience

Extensive industry experience and for the past year has been a junior lecturer at Corpo Sano.

“If success is not on your own terms and only looks good to the world.. if it does not feel good in your heart; it is not success at all.” – Tracy Venter

Tracy Phillips

Tracy Phillips
Lecturer: Business Practice & Communication Skills

Qualifications

N.Dip: Beauty Technology
CIDESCO
ITEC
BTech: Post School Education
BSocSci (Hons)

Experience

5 years experience working in the Health and Wellness Industry.
10 Years experience lecturing as a full time lecturer and as a freelancer, at various higher education institutions, developing skills such as research, lesson preparation/ presentation, managerial skills, business skills and communication skills.

“My passion is the Health and Wellness industry and the exciting world of business!
My aim is to foster high levels of competence in entrepreneurial thinking and skills, specifically within the dynamic and ever-changing arena of our profession; and to enable our learners not only to love what they do, but to do well doing it!” – Tracey Phillips.

Hillary Woodley

Hillary Woodley
Lecturer: Nutrition I & II

Qualifications

BSc. Diatetics (US)
Diploma in Fundamentals of Business and Management (UCT)

Experience

Experience as a nutrition consultant for four years
Four years of lecturing experience.

Dr. Riaan Van Der Merwe

Dr. Riaan Van Der Merwe
Lecturer: Applied Psychology I & II

Qualifications

BA Degree (UPE)
B.Th (US)
Lic. The specialization in Pastoral Care and Councelling, University of Stellenbosch
D.Th Growth Counseling, University of Stellenbosch

Experience

33 years experience teaching and counseling throughout South Africa and Belgium.

Mens Sana in Corpo(re) Sano. “A sound mind in a healthy body is more than a slogan. Psyche and body should always be treated as a holistic whole. So I love teaching Applied Psychology at Corpo Sano, because few things can be more fulfilling than contributing to the formation of “beautiful minds”.

Ronèl Beukes

Ronèl Beukes
Lecturer: NutritionIII

Qualifications

BSc. Dietetics Masters in Nutrition (US)
Masters in Nutrition (US)

Experience

17 years as a Dietician in community nutrition.
2 years experience in Therapeutic Nutrition.
Experience lecturing for 4 years.

“Working at Corpo Sano has afforded me the opportunity to share my passion for nutrition and helping students to educate their clientele in everyday life.” – Ronel Beukes.

Frans Du Toit

Frans Du Toit
Lecturer: Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, Pathology

Qualifications

B.Sc. Hons. M.Sc. H.E.D. (US)

Experience

7 years as Head of Biological Sciences at DF Maln High School
23 years working experience at Cape Technikon as a lecturer and Head of Department for Applied Sciences.
Deputy Dean and acting Dean of Applied Sciences.

“ I have a passion for structure and function of the human body and to maintain it’s health. So what better excuse can I have than to teach what I love best?” – Frans Du Toit

Garth Kirby

Garth Kirby
Lecturer: Applied Movement Studies

Qualifications

BA Human Movement Studies, University of Port Elizabeth
Diploma in Personal Training
ETA (Exercise Teachers Academy) Lecturer

Experience

5 years Experience working as a Personal Trainer
12 years experience working as a Part-time lecturer for ETA at Cape Technikon, Corpo Sano and ICG
Owner of GK1 Studio working as a personal Trainer

Marzanjah Ackermann

Marzanjah Ackermann

Lecturer: Applied Science

Qualifications

B.Sc STD NHD (Chemistry)

Experience

22 years experience lecturing at Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Schools and Corpo Sano Wellness Training Centre.

Lucrecia Reynecke

Lucrecia Reynecke
Pharmacology

Qualifications

B.Sc Pharmacology IV (US)

Experience

10 years experience as a pharmacist
5 years experience working as a medical representative
1 year working as a lecturer

“It is a great privilege for me as a pharmacist to be able to empower our students with the knowledge of pharmacology in order to be better equipped to service their clients.” – Lucrecia Reynecke

Sureta Marais

Administration

Sureta Marais
Director / Financial Administration

Qualifications

N.Dip: Beauty Technology
CIDESCO (Free State Technikon)
BTech: Post School Education (Cape Technikon/CPUT)
Registered Assesor
Registered Moderator

Experience

Extensive industry experience in spa and hydrotherapy working as a Somatologist at Fancourt Golf and Country Club Estate in George.

Educational and administrative experience working in the Department of Somatology at the Cape Technikon/ CPUT from 2001 to 2005.

Kim Anderson

Kim Anderson
Administrative Officer

Kim joined Corpo Sano in 2007 as Administrative and Personal Assistant to the two Directors. Having qualified with a Higher Diploma in Education and using her qualification, she taught in both Kimberly and Paarl. Kim has spent 12 years in the corporate world in positions requiring a high level of confidentiality and expertise in administration. As a valuable and sought-after team player, Kim shares her expertise and passion for administration with the Corpo Sano “family”.

Sally Hooper

Sally Hooper
Marketing and Recruitment

. As an Internationally qualified skincare therapist, Sally gained experience working in Salons, Spas and Luxury Cruise Liners. With the skills and knowledge she has gained, she has been at Corpo Sano for the past 3 years sharing her passion with in the field of Marketing and Recruitment.

“I love Health and Wellness! Deciding what to do with your future is tough; but choose something you will always wake-up and look forward to everyday!” -Sally Hooper

Anria Van Zyl

Anria Van Zyl
Lecturer in Modular studies and learnerships

Anria is an internationally qualified Skincare Therapist with extensive experience in spas, salons, lecturing and being a representative for cosmetic companies. With these skills along with vast administrative experience she utilizes this as our lecturer in Modular studies and learnerships

“I love working where there is always interesting and exciting technology and treatment changes.  I am passionate about my job because it contains all the elements of what I  love doing.” – Anria Van Zyl
Lecturer in Modular studies and learnerships

Anria is an internationally qualified Skincare Therapist with extensive experience in spas, salons, lecturing and being a representative for cosmetic companies. With these skills along with vast administrative experience she utilizes this as our lecturer in Modular studies and learnerships

“I love working where there is always interesting and exciting technology and treatment changes.  I am passionate about my job because it contains all the elements of what I  love doing.” – Anria Van Zyl

Maria Williams

Maria Williams
Laboratory Technician

Maria started off as a Lab assistant at Cape Technikon over 33 years ago and has since joined Corpo Sano as a Lab Technician.

“I love working in this industry and seeing how exciting the changes have been over all these years!” – Maria Williams

Felicia Mpetseni

Fellicia Mpetseni
Laboratory Assistant

Felicia has spent almost 8 yearss helping in the industry and joined Corpo Sano as our friendly Lab Assistant.

“I enjoy working in an environment with so many hardworking and excited students everyday!” – Felicia Mpetseni

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BK Body and Skin Care Academy

BK Academy is located in Westville Central with easy access from both the N2 and the M13. There are shopping centres, banks, schools, a post office and petrol station in the immediate vicinity.  The property is nestled between a small business and a residence with a small stream running along its bottom boundary.  There is easy access from the main road and plenty of parking area on the premises.


A day spa is operated downstairs from the Academy, the landscaping and decor lending itself to a wonderfully tranquil and calming environment conducive to studying.

The courses they offer are done in modules or over two years giving students a choice as to how he/she would like to study.

First Year:  Beauty Therapy, Holistic Massage, Reflexology

Second Year: Aromatherapy, Sports Massage, Body Treatments, Facial Electrics

Two Year Programmes: Somatology & Complementary Therapies

BK Body and Skin Care Academy have been awarded the “Centre of Excellence” award from PAB (Professional Accreditation Body) and are registered with SAAHSP (South African Association of Health Skin Professional) and ITEC (International Therapy Examining Council).

“Job opportunities for the Professional Therapist are greater than in any other field comparable in preparation time and expense.”  We appear to have a shortage of well qualified therapists in South Africa, and the lecturers being highly trained and qualified are extremely passionate about their training and boast a quality of therapist that is sought after both locally and over seas.

The Director of BK Body & Skincare Academy are:

Kim Gallocher:

Qualified in General Nursing, Midwifery and Aromatherapy
Kim lectures Anatomy & Physiology, Pathology, Aromatherapy, Business Awareness & Nutrition and has been in the industry for 15 years.

Bhavna Ravjee:

Qualified in Beauty Therapy, Massage, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Hot Stone Therapy, Permanent Make-up, Sports Massage, LCN Nails and much more.
Bhavna lectures the Beauty Specialist, Holistic Massage & Reflexology and has been in the Industry for 10 years.

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ENTICE BEAUTY ACADEMY – a proud member of the British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) – is a Private School offering a range of Professional Beauty Courses.

They pride themselves in their ability to maintain a level of excellence whilst continually assisting their students. There are courses to suit everyone, starting from the basic Bronze courses to the elite Platinum courses! Teenage workshops are also available.


Entice Beauty Academy operates as a booking agent for all of its qualified students and provides valuable information regarding business plans, career opportunities, direct marketing and so forth.

A Personal Portfolio is incorporated in the advanced courses, consisting of professional photographs of the students own work to present to future clients. To further assist in getting you started, you will receive two R100 vouchers when you enrol for the Platinum Course to present to your first two clients, as well as Exclusive Kits, thus enabling you to start working the day you qualify!

As with any business, word of mouth is always the best form of advertising, therefore all students are provided with unlimited, personalised referral vouchers to offer to any person interested in enrolling at Entice Beauty Academy. As a reward for their efforts in referring new students and thus assisting the company, a percentage of the chosen course fee will be paid out. This is the company’s way of continually helping its students!

Entice Beauty Academy is currently having a promotion on all courses, plus a huge discount (50%) off the Gold Course for Women’s month.

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WELCOME TO DERMATECH

Situated along the Atlantic Sea Board and surrounded by the beauty of Cape Town, you will find a highly specialized training institute in the field of health and skincare. Dermatech will offer you the latest technology, combining the scientific and beauty therapies of one of the fastest growing professions in the world. Dermatech is committed to providing you with the best practical and theoretical training. They ensure individual attention, by maintaining smaller student groups, thus achieving their main purpose, which is to assist their students in reaching their fullest potential.

DERMATECH prides itself in the excellence of their quality assurance systems.

  • Small student groups guarantees personal attention
  • Additional courses above syllabus requirements e.g.: permanent make-up, holistic treatments such as shiatsu and reiki.
  • Experiential training within in-house student salon
  • Internal, national and international qualifications offered

DERMATECH strives to provide their student with the best training and preparation required for National and International qualification in the Health and Skincare industry. They strive for training standards that not only meet, but also exceed international standards. They are committed to heading an institution with an approach and ethic that instills inspiration and enthusiasm within their students. In so doing, they are able to assist and guide students to career choices that lead to success and prosperity.

The Dermatech training institute has a private hostel located in Bloubergstrand. The hostel offers accommodation for a number of its students and is situated within walking distance from the beach and five minute’s drive from the training institute. Rooms are equipped for two students sharing. Each room has its own bathroom.

Enrollment  a limited every year, thus ensuring that there are no more than 8 working therapists per lecturer in a practical class, guaranteeing effective and successful training.

If you would like more information, we recommend calling the institute to arrange an interview. They start their selection process as early as possible, in order to provide parents and students with early feedback. This in turn leaves ample time for alternate arrangements for studies, if necessary.

Dr L van Niekerk – Founder and CEO.

Studied at Stellenbosch BchD. Dr van Niekerk opened, successfully built up and sold dental surgeries in the United Kingdom and South Africa. He now owns a dental practice in Parklands, Cape Town. He is also the owner of two guesthouses in Blouberstrand which are rented out to the full-time students at Dermatech. Dr van Niekerk is the CEO of Serengeti Exodus which is a tourism company in Tanzania.

Ms E Jansen van Rensburg – Principal

Studied at Technikon Free State N.Dip. Somatology, CIDESCO. Ms Jansen van Rensburg is also an accredited assessor and moderator. She has 11 years experience in the industry.

Mrs V Thompson – Vice- Principal

Studied at Isa Carstens CIDESCO, CIBTAC, AAD, SAAHSP. Mrs Thompson is also an accredited assessor and has 10 years experience in the industry.

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