About us
Melanie
After working briefly in education, I knew exactly what I was missing. In personal training, I found the combination of personal contact and sport that I was looking for. I have now been working as a personal trainer for about 5 years and enjoy every day on the floor. When you come to train with me, listening to your body combined with performance goals takes center stage.
In the past, I worked at various gyms with the ultimate goal of starting my own. With BaseCommunity, this dream has become a reality! I am a forward-thinker who always sees opportunities and loves taking action. Therefore, in addition to teaching, my role within BASE is that of on-floor manager.
Midge
After a career as a top athlete, I felt the urge to help people. Instead of working on the gym floor, I started focusing on helping personal trainers build businesses. Currently, in addition to being a co-owner of BASE, I am also the owner of a successful studio where 40-60 people work on their goals daily. Furthermore, I work at a successful tech startup where technology and sports come together.
Within BASE, I handle everything behind the scenes; initial contact will be arranged through me, and I ensure that everything is financially in order.
Base community
OUR VALUES: Our concept is based on the following core values; this is what our customers can expect from us, and what we expect in return from our customers.
BE THERE: Everyone has good and bad days. Both you as a client and us as trainers. With us, making mistakes is a sign of learning, as long as you show the commitment to always be there. Even on the days when you feel your performance won't be optimal. Consistency in showing up enables you to achieve your goals.
PEOPLE ORIENTED: Our task is to help you as a client in a personalized way. Every private situation is different, and we do our best to differentiate as much as possible to provide the best guidance. We hope that our clients continue to see that we are also ‘just’ human beings and that we do our best to always focus on the client.
NO NONSENSE: Everything we teach is science-based, and honesty is paramount to us. This honesty means that we do not beat around the bush and are direct, even when it comes to delivering a kick in the pants. In return, we do not expect excuses from our customers; you can report anything to us. We handle customer information with respect and trust.
Our personal trainers
Melanie Luijkx Blanco
Melanie is unfortunately fully booked.
In addition to being a personal trainer, I am a co-owner of BaseCommunity. I studied at the Academy for Physical Education, but soon realized…
Delfi Mendez
I am originally from the Dominican Republic, but have been living happily in the Netherlands since I was 29. I have been a fitgirl my whole life who…
Hein van Rooij
My background is with a student strength sports association, where I started teaching hypertrophy training years ago (that is a difficult word for muscle growth)...
Glenn Tetteh
Sport, exercise, and health have been important to me for as long as I can remember. My vision is that this is essential for everyone!
Justus Blok
What drives me in sports is curiosity: how does someone move, where is the tension, and what does a body need to function better?
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