What your Body Needs

at Augustyn fitness you receive physical therapy, injury rehabilitation and specific fitness training similar to a professional athlete

Our vision is to empower individuals to achieve their highest level of performance, fitness, and well-being. Drawing on over 18 years of experience in professional sport and private practice with and a deep understanding of elite athletic rehabilitation, we offer a holistic approach to healing and performance optimization.

We are committed to delivering precise and early diagnoses, evidence-based treatments, and structured rehabilitation plans tailored to the unique demands of your sport, career, and lifestyle. With advanced qualifications, including a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, a Master’s in Sports Medicine, and certifications in Strength and Conditioning, Orthopedic Manual Therapy, Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography and cutting-edge techniques like Dry Needling, Blood Flow Restriction, and Velocity-Based Training, we provide comprehensive care to help you feel and perform at your best.

Whether you're recovering from injury or seeking to elevate your performance, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and live life to the fullest.

Divan Augustyn

Divan is a highly experienced physiotherapist and former 400m hurdles athlete and coach, with over 18 years of expertise in physiotherapy and rehabilitation across professional soccer, track and field, rugby, and American football. He has worked in private clinical practice, lectured on sports medicine topics, and collaborated with world-class coaches such as Sven-Göran Eriksson, Clive Barker, and Dragan Stojković. His career spans South Africa, the USA, China, Japan, Austria, and Germany, reflecting his ability to adapt to diverse cultures and high-performance environments.

He holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Northeastern University in Boston, where he conducted research on the innovative treatment technique of intratissue percutaneous electrolysis for tendon injuries. His academic credentials also include a Master’s in Sports Medicine Physiotherapy from the University of Pretoria and a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Cape Town.

Further certifications highlight his expertise, including Orthopaedic Manual Therapy, Dry Needling, Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography, and specializations as a Level 2 IAAF Sprint & Hurdles Coach, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Football Periodisation Expert, and FIFA Certified Football Medicine Practitioner. Licensed to practice in the USA, Germany, and South Africa, he brings a globally recognized skill set to his practice.

A naturally optimistic and passionate professional, Divan thrives on helping individuals achieve success stories in performance, recovery, and well-being.