Who Is Martin Kaymer’s Wife? Fitness Enthusiast Irene Scholz’s Life & Career Explored

Martin Kaymer, a two-time major champion and former world number one, is the second German – after Bernhard Langer to achieve this feat. He has experienced significant achievements in his career, including winning the 2010 PGA Championship and the 2014 US Open. 

With 14 professional wins including the PGA Tour and DPWT, Kaymer is still pursuing his future in golf. The 39-year-old joined LIV Golf in 2022 and is captaining Cleeks GC as of June 2024. Despite a lack of victories since 2014, Kaymer remains committed to returning to top form. It all could be possible with the help of her soulmate, Irene Scholz. So, who exactly is she? 

Who is Martin Kaymer’s wife, Irene Scholz?

Martin Kaymer’s wife Irene Scholz is a dedicated professional in the health and fitness industry. Scholz previously worked as an instructor for Peloton. In 2021, she left her job at Peloton, and expressed, “I have some bittersweet news to share, I’m going to be leaving the Peloton community to strike out on new adventures. It’s been an honor being a part of your days and I want to thank our incredible community of members for supporting me along the way. Until next time!”

She grew up in Wiesbaden, in the South-West of Germany. She is into various sports as a child including ballet, volleyball, and track and field. As she puts it, “Sport has been part of my life – it is the foundation of who I am today.”

The pair met years ago. Kaymer saw Scholz working in South Africa with Peloton. Later on, they both met when Scholz returned to Germany. The couple made their first public appearance together at the Ryder Cup dinner in 2021. The couple welcomed their son, Sam, in January 2022. And in October, of the same year, the couple got married. Announcing the news, she wrote, “To a lifetime with you ❤️ To the moon & back, & back & back ♾️❤️ 🔥”

Her journey from the corporate world to pursuing her dream

Irene Scholz believes sports have been an essential part of her life, which makes her fit, both physically and mentally. Though her details like birthdays and education are still unknown in public, as she finished her studies, she moved to South Africa for her corporate business job. Even with a comfortable job, she wanted to pursue her dream and build an environment where people could feel comfortable yet challenged enough to create a healthier and stronger version of themselves. 

Scholz then made the difficult move and left her secured job in search of her passion. And guess what? She opened her gym in Cape Town, California, and started giving fitness classes to the people. With a successful three years as a gym owner plus instructor, the fitness expert then moved back to her home country to start a new chapter in her life. In Berlin, she started working as a fitness instructor and project manager for a sports brand.

Scholz steps back and forward toward her dream 

From then on, she did not look back and continued to motivate people in their fitness journey. Her next step towards her dream journey, was when she was signed by Peloton, in 2019. “I didn’t think twice to take on this new opportunity,” she stated in the bio on her website.

It offered an opportunity to combine all her experiences to make a new one. She leveraged technology and engaged with a more diverse audience, ensuring that regardless of location or schedule, anyone can work on their fitness.  Her community had visibly grown since she made her bold move. It can be seen in her social media handles, where she continues to engage with the community and promotes health awareness.

Before the couple welcomed their son, in 2022, Scholz parted ways with Peloton, she came out to post on her Instagram (translated to English), “Darlings, today I have to tell you with one laughing and one crying eye that I am leaving the peloton community and embarking on new adventures. It was a real honor for me to be part of your training and your journey.” Leaving fans and followers stranded. But later they knew it was due to her pregnancy.

After becoming parents, the couple often posts showcasing their start of parenthood journey. They also seem to enjoy family time at exotic beaches, and even at mountains. The family also takes trips to golf courses, and their little one is already walking around with his little golf club. Irene wrote with a video of her toddler holding a club, “The apple does not fall far from the tree 😅🥰” She likes to hit a few shots sometimes as well.

Talking about how golf and gardening helped her in 2023, she said, “There wasn’t any year that was perfect. Most of them were filled with many lessons and blessings. I’ve come to the conclusion that throughout the many highs & lows the one thing that I will always make sure to have, is being able to laugh about myself. It has even helped me getting through 18holes of golf… and do all the gardening”

Another changing moment came after two years, in November 2023, the fitness guru gave her fans a surprise by posting her comeback picture with her fitness partner Erik Jäger. This marked her new chapter with Peloton. Irene quoted in the press release confirming her joining,  “After taking a break over the past couple of years to focus on myself, getting married and starting a family, I decided to make the return to Peloton so that I can continue to share my love and passion for health and fitness.” 

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