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Overcome & Thrive

About Empwr

We founded EMPWR with the belief that everybody and every body should have the opportunity to become the strongest and healthiest versions of themselves, and we are committed to providing that for you. One rep, one set, one workout at a time. 

We are a brand built on genuine relationships, to understand struggles and build on strengths. We recognise that no two individuals are alike and are committed to providing you with the best program to suit your needs. The journey is never easy, but we are always with you every step of the way. 

In a safe and judgement free space, we strive to inspire confidence, instil a sense of belonging, and create a tight-knit community where all can lead their best and most fulfilling lives.

HEAD COACHES

Zac

Zac

Zac believes that every individual’s fitness journey is unique. Always putting his clients’ well-being first, Zac’s recipe for success with his clients is combining a unique blend of fun, empathy, motivation, and proper education.

Having played competitive sports and being a personal trainer for 10 years and counting now, Zac recognises the importance of building a healthier body and mind that suits the individual’s lifestyle, goals, and needs.

Zac specialises in hypertrophy progressive overload training, weight training, body anatomy, functional and performance movement, teaching individuals to make better food choices, and sharing nutrition education.

Zac is dedicated to meet every client where they are, no matter what their fitness goals are.

Benedict

Benedict

Benedict, an experienced fitness professional who has been assisting individuals in enhancing their functional abilities for everyday activities and sports performance.

He specializes in strength, power, speed, agility, and mobility training to offer a holistic approach to fitness.

He creates customized programs that cater to each individual’s specific physical limitations and strengths by utilizing a variety of exercises and techniques.

Apart from his vast experience, Benedict is also a certified masseur, which allows him to incorporate massage therapy into his fitness programs.

Benedict is knowledgeable in rehabilitation, body anatomy, and body functionality. By understanding the mechanics of the human body, he creates exercises and movements that consider past injuries or physical limitations while also providing guidance on proper form and technique, for safe and effective performance.

Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, Benedict has the expertise to help you achieve your fitness goals.

Jermyn

Jermyn

As an active sportsman in his youth, Jermyn’s passion for volleyball and wanting to excel in the sport led him to free weights and strength training. He found that doing so improved his performance, but he wanted more.

He realised that he needed a lot more than strength training to jump higher, run faster and react quicker. Power, Agility and Reaction was lacking in his arsenal for him to truly become a competitive player.

Thus, his journey in performance training began. With this holistic training approach, Jermyn notably clinched regional champions in his final years in the sport.

Currently in his decade long career as a Certified Personal Trainer, he is also a Certified Sports Performance Coach. From traditional strength training, body transformation to sports performance. Jermyn has the knowledge and expertise to curate a program to answer all your pain points!

Our Trainers

Edwin

Edwin

Edwin is an avid football fan who has also played competitively in sports like table tennis during his schooling days.

He has always believed in leading a well-balanced life and not doing things in excess. That certainly applies in the way he trains his clients. After perfecting the form execution, Edwin leads his clients in their workout gradually through exercise programs that centred around progressive overload.

Edwin believe that training can be fun and he has often gamified exercises to help his clients to have a fun workout. His training style revolves around performance drills that not only help to strengthen muscles in a body, but its overall mobility as well.

Training and dieting has never been an easy task for most, but Edwin aims to make it a fun and fruitful journey for you.

JOEY

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With over a decade of experience in Taekwondo and dance, Joey has developed a deep understanding of fitness, blending discipline with creativity in her training approach. Her journey through various sports and overcoming injuries has equipped her with invaluable insights into strength and performance training, emphasising the importance of safety and personalisation in workout regimens.

Ensuring a safe and supportive environment to train effectively, her programs are carefully tailored to meet the diverse needs of her clients, from enhancing athletic performance to introducing beginners to fitness.

She also believes that the mental well-being is as important as physical fitness, and is committed to motivating individuals towards a healthier lifestyle, emphasising enjoyable workouts and balanced nutrition. Her expertise and encouraging approach make her a trusted ally in her client’s journey towards achieving their personal health and fitness goals.

Joshua

Joshua

As a fitness professional, Josh’s main aim is to empower people to achieve their individual goals. He believes in a strengths-based approach, acknowledging each clients’ strengths and seeing them as the main resources for transformation.

Josh first found his passion for helping people through his training as a music therapist where he continues to work with special populations. He recognises the importance of empathy, education and relatability when working with clients and endeavours to make each work-out session an enjoyable one. Josh has also dabbled in different areas of fitness such as power-lifting and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and recognises that injury prevention and functional movement are essential parts of our daily lives.

As his client, you can expect a holistic, customised program that will focus on your needs. This will include a range of training modalities such as progressive overload, functional training, and performance-related training. It will also include support to meet your nutrition goals through sharing of nutrition education and empowering you to make better food choices. Furthermore, Josh is a certified sports massage therapist and can incorporate massage therapy into his fitness programs.

Above all, Josh believes the best workout plan is a sustainable one, and he will endeavour to design a program that is most suited to you!

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KAYLEIGH

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Kayleigh

Kayleigh has been passionate about sports since her childhood, participating in activities like netball and ultimate frisbee during her school days.

Her love for fitness led her to become a certified Personal Trainer, transitioning from the corporate world to dedicate herself fully to training individuals and leading group classes.

As a kettlebell sport athlete, Kayleigh has also competed in the Kettlebell World Championship in 2023, demonstrating her expertise with the equipment.

Her ultimate goal is to impart her knowledge and skills to her clients, empowering them to feel more confident and improve their overall health.

She believes that by helping people move better, they can do whatever they love most, with the people they love most.

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KAi en

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Kai En

Kai En, a NASM certified Personal Trainer with years of fitness experience and proven results in his career as a personal trainer.

Before dabbling in strength & resistance training, he was a competitive track & field, as well as a basketball athlete for over a decade. This allowed him to hone both his functional and strength performance coaching techniques in those disciplines.

The knowledge from both of his athletic & resistance training profiles allowed him to guide clients to become the best version of themselves by adopting a healthier lifestyle and habits.

With constant improvements, Kai En ensures to set the standard in fitness with the help of team EMPWR.

Angela

Angela

Angela first found her passion in fitness through first-hand experience with eating disorders. Empowered through fitness, she understood that fitness is an outlet to feel confident with one’s own body.

Angela connects deeply with clients on a personal level, on top of keeping them engaged during their training sessions. As such, she thrives on building relationships and maintaining positive vibes and a high level of mutual trust with her clients. 

Coupled with a rich experience in group class training, Angela loves to keep her workout programs fun, motivating, yet challenging for her clients. “Expect the unexpected!’ she would say, and every session is bound to motivate you to push your limits throughout your transformation journey.

Angela specialises in (destroying clients with) high endurance training and fun metabolic conditioning workouts that bring your heart rates up, leading to overall effective fat loss.

Clarance

Clarance

Clarance is a strong believer of empathy. Every individual have their own unique sets of problems and battles to conquer.

As a trainer, he sees the importance of placing himself in the shoes of others to better understand their pain points and in turn, be better equipped to develop solutions to help them achieve their goals.

Since his younger days, he has always been an athletic individual, participating in various sports competitions. These experiences have taught him that exercise can be fulfilling and fun.

Clarance’s training style revolves around perfecting the form and execution of the exercises, ensuring his clients benefits fully from their training sessions.

The road to attaining one’s fitness goals may be tough but he hopes in the face of adversities, he can be the motivator that helps his client find their inner strength to overcome it and make the journey enjoyable.

Jonathan

Jonathan

Pursuing fitness has always been his top passion. Having been exposed to several sports at a young age, Jonathan has always been an active person. He started playing football at the age of 5 and always dreamed of becoming a professional football player.

Over the years, he has also taken part in various martial arts like judo and muay thai, as well as marathons and other sports.

He sees health as a top priority and fundamental to everything in life. Being able to age healthy with his loved ones is also part of the reason why he continues to stay active.

His perspective on fitness now has never been better. He believes that the feeling of not just being stronger, but also looking and feeling better is second to none, also this inner confidence can lead to greater things in life.

He wishes to have the opportunity to spread his knowledge to as many clients as possible. The best possible positive impact he can achieve in his fitness career is to see the transformation he can help bring about.

If you think the price of winning is too high, wait till you get the bill from regret.

Kevin

Kevin

Having been overweight for more than half his life, Kevin knows what it’s like to go through dieting and the ups and downs of it. Kevin found his love for training when he made up his mind to not be in the obese batch for army. Going through countless hours of cardio, weight training and dieting is not fun, and he would not recommend anyone go through the same thing he did.

Kevin also had a short stint as a therapy assistant at a local hospital, which equipped him with the knowledge of basic rehabilitation skills as well as the mentality of helping people, both physically and mentally.

Kevin’s training style consists of form execution as well as concise programming. Be it for losing weight or gaining strength, there is no one-size-fits-all program for everyone. They may look similar on paper, but everyone develops differently and at a different pace. Apart from training hard at the gym, Kevin also emphasizes heavily on his clients’ diets, as that impacts their progress much more.“If you want to lose it or gain it, you have to be consistent with both training and eating.”

Mikhail

Mikhail

Having played sports his whole life, Mikhail considers himself a fitness addict. In his younger days, Mikhail was in the Singapore national Sanshou team.

Having won a string of fights, he started to get cocky and stopped training, thinking his talent will pull him through. He learnt the importance of fitness the hard way after a losing a fight because of poor fitness.

That started his intense journey of research into fitness and the most efficient training methods. As a trainer, he believes in sustainability and using fitness as a tool to enrich all aspects of your life. He believes in helping all clients becomes the strongest version of themselves. When you get stronger physically, you get stronger mentally as well.

head coaches

Zac

Zac

Zac believes that every individual’s fitness journey is unique. Always putting his clients’ well-being first, Zac’s recipe for success with his clients is combining a unique blend of fun, empathy, motivation, and proper education.

Having played competitive sports and being a personal trainer for 10 years and counting now, Zac recognises the importance of building a healthier body and mind that suits the individual’s lifestyle, goals, and needs.

Zac specialises in hypertrophy progressive overload training, weight training, body anatomy, functional and performance movement, teaching individuals to make better food choices, and sharing nutrition education.

Zac is dedicated to meet every client where they are, no matter what their fitness goals are.

Benedict

Benedict

Benedict, an experienced fitness professional who has been assisting individuals in enhancing their functional abilities for everyday activities and sports performance.

He specializes in strength, power, speed, agility, and mobility training to offer a holistic approach to fitness.

He creates customized programs that cater to each individual’s specific physical limitations and strengths by utilizing a variety of exercises and techniques.

Apart from his vast experience, Benedict is also a certified masseur, which allows him to incorporate massage therapy into his fitness programs.

Benedict is knowledgeable in rehabilitation, body anatomy, and body functionality. By understanding the mechanics of the human body, he creates exercises and movements that consider past injuries or physical limitations while also providing guidance on proper form and technique, for safe and effective performance.

Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, Benedict has the expertise to help you achieve your fitness goals.

Jermyn

Jermyn

As an active sportsman in his youth, Jermyn’s passion for volleyball and wanting to excel in the sport led him to free weights and strength training. He found that doing so improved his performance, but he wanted more.

He realised that he needed a lot more than strength training to jump higher, run faster and react quicker. Power, Agility and Reaction was lacking in his arsenal for him to truly become a competitive player.

Thus, his journey in performance training began. With this holistic training approach, Jermyn notably clinched regional champions in his final years in the sport.

Currently in his decade long career as a Certified Personal Trainer, he is also a Certified Sports Performance Coach. From traditional strength training, body transformation to sports performance. Jermyn has the knowledge and expertise to curate a program to answer all your pain points!

Our Trainers

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Edwin

Edwin

Edwin is an avid football fan who has also played competitively in sports like table tennis during his schooling days.

He has always believed in leading a well-balanced life and not doing things in excess. That certainly applies in the way he trains his clients. After perfecting the form execution, Edwin leads his clients in their workout gradually through exercise programs that centred around progressive overload.

Edwin believe that training can be fun and he has often gamified exercises to help his clients to have a fun workout. His training style revolves around performance drills that not only help to strengthen muscles in a body, but its overall mobility as well.

Training and dieting has never been an easy task for most, but Edwin aims to make it a fun and fruitful journey for you.

Joshua

Joshua

As a fitness professional, Josh’s main aim is to empower people to achieve their individual goals. He believes in a strengths-based approach, acknowledging each clients’ strengths and seeing them as the main resources for transformation.

Josh first found his passion for helping people through his training as a music therapist where he continues to work with special populations. He recognises the importance of empathy, education and relatability when working with clients and endeavours to make each work-out session an enjoyable one. Josh has also dabbled in different areas of fitness such as power-lifting and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and recognises that injury prevention and functional movement are essential parts of our daily lives.

As his client, you can expect a holistic, customised program that will focus on your needs. This will include a range of training modalities such as progressive overload, functional training, and performance-related training. It will also include support to meet your nutrition goals through sharing of nutrition education and empowering you to make better food choices. Furthermore, Josh is a certified sports massage therapist and can incorporate massage therapy into his fitness programs.

Above all, Josh believes the best workout plan is a sustainable one, and he will endeavour to design a program that is most suited to you!

Joey

joey

With over a decade of experience in Taekwondo and dance, Joey has developed a deep understanding of fitness, blending discipline with creativity in her training approach. Her journey through various sports and overcoming injuries has equipped her with invaluable insights into strength and performance training, emphasising the importance of safety and personalisation in workout regimens.

Ensuring a safe and supportive environment to train effectively, her programs are carefully tailored to meet the diverse needs of her clients, from enhancing athletic performance to introducing beginners to fitness.

She also believes that the mental well-being is as important as physical fitness, and is committed to motivating individuals towards a healthier lifestyle, emphasising enjoyable workouts and balanced nutrition. Her expertise and encouraging approach make her a trusted ally in her client’s journey towards achieving their personal health and fitness goals.

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kayleigh

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Kayleigh

Kayleigh has been passionate about sports since her childhood, participating in activities like netball and ultimate frisbee during her school days.

Her love for fitness led her to become a certified Personal Trainer, transitioning from the corporate world to dedicate herself fully to training individuals and leading group classes.

As a kettlebell sport athlete, Kayleigh has also competed in the Kettlebell World Championship in 2023, demonstrating her expertise with the equipment.

Her ultimate goal is to impart her knowledge and skills to her clients, empowering them to feel more confident and improve their overall health.

She believes that by helping people move better, they can do whatever they love most, with the people they love most.

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KAI EN

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Kai En

Kai En, a NASM certified Personal Trainer with years of fitness experience and proven results in his career as a personal trainer.

Before dabbling in strength & resistance training, he was a competitive track & field, as well as a basketball athlete for over a decade. This allowed him to hone both his functional and strength performance coaching techniques in those disciplines.

The knowledge from both of his athletic & resistance training profiles allowed him to guide clients to become the best version of themselves by adopting a healthier lifestyle and habits.

With constant improvements, Kai En ensures to set the standard in fitness with the help of team EMPWR.

Angela

Angela

Angela first found her passion in fitness through first-hand experience with eating disorders. Empowered through fitness, she understood that fitness is an outlet to feel confident with one’s own body.

Angela connects deeply with clients on a personal level, on top of keeping them engaged during their training sessions. As such, she thrives on building relationships and maintaining positive vibes and a high level of mutual trust with her clients. 

Coupled with a rich experience in group class training, Angela loves to keep her workout programs fun, motivating, yet challenging for her clients. “Expect the unexpected!’ she would say, and every session is bound to motivate you to push your limits throughout your transformation journey.

Angela specialises in (destroying clients with) high endurance training and fun metabolic conditioning workouts that bring your heart rates up, leading to overall effective fat loss.

Clarance

Clarance

Clarance is a strong believer of empathy. Every individual have their own unique sets of problems and battles to conquer.

As a trainer, he sees the importance of placing himself in the shoes of others to better understand their pain points and in turn, be better equipped to develop solutions to help them achieve their goals.

Since his younger days, he has always been an athletic individual, participating in various sports competitions. These experiences have taught him that exercise can be fulfilling and fun.

Clarance’s training style revolves around perfecting the form and execution of the exercises, ensuring his clients benefits fully from their training sessions.

The road to attaining one’s fitness goals may be tough but he hopes in the face of adversities, he can be the motivator that helps his client find their inner strength to overcome it and make the journey enjoyable.

Jonathan

Jonathan

Pursuing fitness has always been his top passion. Having been exposed to several sports at a young age, Jonathan has always been an active person. He started playing football at the age of 5 and always dreamed of becoming a professional football player.

Over the years, he has also taken part in various martial arts like judo and muay thai, as well as marathons and other sports.

He sees health as a top priority and fundamental to everything in life. Being able to age healthy with his loved ones is also part of the reason why he continues to stay active.

His perspective on fitness now has never been better. He believes that the feeling of not just being stronger, but also looking and feeling better is second to none, also this inner confidence can lead to greater things in life.

He wishes to have the opportunity to spread his knowledge to as many clients as possible. The best possible positive impact he can achieve in his fitness career is to see the transformation he can help bring about.

If you think the price of winning is too high, wait till you get the bill from regret.

Kevin

Kevin

Having been overweight for more than half his life, Kevin knows what it’s like to go through dieting and the ups and downs of it. Kevin found his love for training when he made up his mind to not be in the obese batch for army. Going through countless hours of cardio, weight training and dieting is not fun, and he would not recommend anyone go through the same thing he did.

Kevin also had a short stint as a therapy assistant at a local hospital, which equipped him with the knowledge of basic rehabilitation skills as well as the mentality of helping people, both physically and mentally.

Kevin’s training style consists of form execution as well as concise programming. Be it for losing weight or gaining strength, there is no one-size-fits-all program for everyone. They may look similar on paper, but everyone develops differently and at a different pace. Apart from training hard at the gym, Kevin also emphasizes heavily on his clients’ diets, as that impacts their progress much more.“If you want to lose it or gain it, you have to be consistent with both training and eating.”

Mikhail

Mikhail

Having played sports his whole life, Mikhail considers himself a fitness addict. In his younger days, Mikhail was in the Singapore national Sanshou team.

Having won a string of fights, he started to get cocky and stopped training, thinking his talent will pull him through. He learnt the importance of fitness the hard way after a losing a fight because of poor fitness.

That started his intense journey of research into fitness and the most efficient training methods. As a trainer, he believes in sustainability and using fitness as a tool to enrich all aspects of your life. He believes in helping all clients becomes the strongest version of themselves. When you get stronger physically, you get stronger mentally as well.