Meet Our Chief Instructors
The Expert Team Guiding Your Wellness Journey
At the heart of the Workplace Wellness Transformation Initiative is a team of elite, credentialed instructors—each bringing decades of athletic expertise, scientific training, and a passion for empowering working adults to build sustainable health. Below, discover the leaders guiding your fitness journey.
Coach Sak Sir
Triathlon & Endurance SpecialistCoach Sak Sir is a decorated endurance athlete and certified coach with a track record of turning beginners into confident runners—and elite athletes into champions. His credentials and experience make him a cornerstone of our initiative:
Expertise & Certifications
- Coaching Qualifications: HK Triathlon Association (Level 1 & 2), ITU (International Triathlon Union, Level 1 & 2), and Certified Stretch Instructor.
- Leadership Roles: Assistant Coach for the HK Triathlon Development Team (nurturing emerging local talent) and Consultant for Akiv Class (a leading fitness education provider).
Athletic Achievements
Coach Sak’s hands-on experience as a world-class athlete informs every training plan—he doesn’t just teach; he’s lived the journey:
- Winner of the Korea Trailwalker race.
- 2nd place finish at the Rayleigh 80km endurance event.
- Finisher of all 6 World Marathon Majors (the most prestigious global marathons).
- Completed ultra-endurance challenges: MDS 250km (Marathon des Sables), HK100 (Gold Medal), 5 full-team finishes at HK Trailwalker, and a grueling back-to-back 226km Ironman + UTMB CCC 100km in just 5 days.
His coaching style balances rigor with empathy—ensuring participants of all fitness levels feel supported while pushing toward their goals.
Pauline Tse
Exercise Science Expert & Running SpecialistPauline Tse combines scientific expertise with a lifelong dedication to running—making her uniquely equipped to help participants build strength, avoid injury, and thrive in their fitness journey. Her background bridges academia, clinical practice, and elite athleticism:
Expertise & Credentials
- Education: Master of Science in Exercise Science (The Chinese University of Hong Kong, CUHK)—grounding her coaching in evidence-based principles.
- Professional Certifications: Sports Physiologist, POSE Method Specialist (a leading running technique certification), and Polar® Master Coach (expert in heart rate and fitness tracking).
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Clinical & Leadership Experience:
- Worked at the HK Pain Medicine Centre (2015–2020), where she specialized in injury prevention and rehabilitation (mentored by renowned expert Dr. Dennis Whitby).
- Founded the HKU Marathon Team in 2006—growing it to over 3,000 members, making it one of Hong Kong’s largest university running communities.
- Innovated a remote coaching system during COVID-19, ensuring participants stayed on track with virtual guidance.
Athletic Achievements
- Finisher of all 7 World Marathon Majors (a rare feat, covering every elite global marathon).
- Award-winning performer in regional and international races—with a focus on making distance running accessible to all.
Inclusive Coaching Approach
Pauline has coached participants aged 4 to 74, proving that fitness has no age limit. Her focus on form, physiology, and personalized goal-setting ensures every member of the initiative gets a plan tailored to their needs—whether they’re new to running or training for a marathon.
Why Our Instructors Matter
Every session of the Workplace Wellness Transformation Initiative is led or overseen by Coach Sak Sir and Pauline Tse. Their combined expertise in endurance training, exercise science, injury prevention, and inclusive coaching ensures:
Safe Progression
Training plans are rooted in physiology, minimizing injury risk.
Proven Results
Strategies built on their own elite athletic success and years of coaching experience.
Inclusivity
Support for all fitness levels—from beginners to seasoned runners.
Ready to learn from the best? Join the Workplace Wellness Transformation Initiative and start your journey with our world-class team.
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