Pageant Coaches

Our Pageant Coaching directory is a curated list or database of pageant coaches, trainers, and mentors who specialise in preparing contestants for beauty pageants.

If you are looking for a pageant coach, browse our directory below. If you’d like to join our team as a Pageant Coach, click here to apply now.

Our Coaches:

Ratile Mabitsela | Palesa Matjekane

Ratile Mabitsela

Ratile Mabitsela

MISS TEMBISA 2013/14 | MISS TEMBISA PAGEANT DIRECTOR | PHILANTHROPIST: MISS TEMBISA FOUNDATION | REALITY TV STAR ON THE MOMMY CLUB

Ratile Mabitsela is a multifaceted powerhouse, seamlessly blending beauty, business, and influence. Crowned Miss Tembisa 2013/14, she has remained deeply connected to the pageant world, now serving as the Miss Tembisa Pageant Director, where she mentors and uplifts aspiring young women. Her passion for empowerment extends beyond the stage – through the Miss Tembisa Foundation, she champions philanthropic initiatives that make a lasting impact in her community.

A true trailblazer, Ratile is also a reality TV star on The Mommy Club, where she gives viewers a glimpse into her glamorous yet purpose-driven life. With her ventures in the luxury industry, she continues to shape the beauty and pageant landscape across Africa. Ratile’s journey is one of resilience, elegance, and unwavering ambition – an inspiration to many.

Specialities: 
Life Coaching, Etiquette, Speaker, Guidance Coach

Location:
Gauteng, Johannesburg

Fees:

  • Online – R 499 p/hour
  • In person – R 799 p/hour
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Ratile has been an incredible life coach to me since high school. She has always been an inspirational and supportive mentor, guiding me through some of the most important decisions in my life. Thanks to her, I was able to build my confidence, choose the right course to study, and even secure my first job. Her wisdom, encouragement, and belief in my potential have truly shaped my journey. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking guidance and motivation in their personal or professional life!

Tumi Shadung

Working with Ratile has been a truly life-changing experience. She has not only empowered me through our conversations but also through the incredible person she is and the energy she carries. Every opportunity she has given me has contributed to my growth, and looking back, I can see just how much I’ve evolved since working with her. I am deeply grateful for her guidance, support, and the inspiration she continues to provide. Thank you, Ratile, for everything!

Nonhlanhla Tshabalala
Miss Tembisa Finalist 2023

Ratile’s openness about her experience with depression on The Mommy Club Season 1 was truly life-changing. Her courage to be vulnerable on national TV has helped break the stigma surrounding mental health, especially for young black girls from townships like myself.

I was diagnosed with clinical depression in 2022, after struggling for so long without understanding what was wrong. Seeing Ratile share her story affirmed my hope that I can still achieve greatness despite my psychological battles.

Beyond TV, I’ve had the privilege of working with her during Miss Tembisa rehearsals, where she pushed me to be confident and believe in myself. Even now, through her presence and character, she continues to inspire me. I am truly grateful for her impact in my life.

Faith
Miss Tembisa 2019 – Top 12 Finalist

Palesa Matjekane

Palesa Matjekane

MRS SOUTH AFRICA 2023 | AMBASSADOR & MENTOR FOR GLOBAL CITIZEN AFRICA 2024 | BUSINESSWOMAN

Palesa Matjekane is an award winning pageant coach, motivational speaker, and the proud titleholder of Mrs. South Africa 2023. With a passion for empowering women, Palesa uses her platform to inspire confidence, self-love, and leadership. As a dedicated pageant coach, she has helped numerous contestants refine their skills and achieve their dreams on and off the stage.

Specialities: 
Runway Walk, Interview Skills, Public Speaking, Q&A Training

Location:
Gauteng, Johannesburg

Fees:

  • Online – R 499 p/hour
  • In person – R 799 p/hour
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Palesa Matjekane is one of the most inspiring holders of the Mrs South Africa title. She initially motivated me to enter Mrs SA, and during my journey as a semi-finalist, I’ve seen her dedication and hard work in both pageantry and philanthropy. I feel truly honored to have learned from her throughout my pageant experience.

Ratile Mabitsela

Pageant Coach Application

  • Pageant Coach:
    • No joining fee.
    • 30% of each sale benefits Beauty Ballot.
    • Coaches must:
      • Post marketing content weekly;
      • Mention and add to their bio that they are a Pageant Coach for @beauty_ballot;
      • Create engaging content (content guide provided after sign-up) for inspiration;
      • Act as positive brand ambassadors, as negative publicity can result in termination as a mentor;
      • Participate in an annual function after the pageant season each year.

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