25 years of Golf injury managment and golf strength and conditioinng 

Now at Pure Performance Wanaka 

John Appel is a highly skilled golf physiotherapist and strength coach, he has a passion for helping golfers improve their performance and prevent injuries. With 25 years of experience working with athletes of all levels, John brings a unique blend of strength training and rehabilitation expertise to his practice.



John's approach to golf fitness is based on the understanding that a strong and balanced body is essential for consistent and powerful swings. 

He specializes in:
  • Personalized Strength Training: Developing tailored programs to address specific golf performance needs.
  • Injury Prevention: Implementing strategies to reduce the risk of common golf injuries.
  • Post-Injury Rehabilitation: Guiding you through the recovery process to return to your sport safely.
  • Biomechanical Analysis: Assessing a golfer's swing mechanics to identify potential weaknesses and areas for improvement.

Whether you're a professional golfer or a weekend warrior, John's expertise can help you take your game to the next level.


Physiotherapy guided Golf Strength and Conditioning

Training for Golf will take your game up a notch:
  • Mobility with power gives better consistency
  • Mobility improves efficiency
  • Power with Mobility gives you a longer drive
  • Mobility reduces your injury risk!

contact us for your custom plan

Each golf strength program is customized to your age, strength and mobility.  For a complete biomechanical golf assessment book now or pop into the gym for a visit.

Customer Testimonials

John's Physiotherapy knowledge combined with his strength and conditioning not only fixed my injury but took my golf to the next level. 


As a female golfer I always struggled with distance, The Golf Specific training at Pure Performance was fantastic for my game.


John's biomechanical and injury knowledge of the golf swing is mind-blowing.


Get in Touch

Pure Performance
33 Reece Crescent
Wanaka, 9305
P: 021 245 3508

Email
john@pureperformance.co.nz