Evidence-based professional practice

Professional Qualifications & Credentials

Andrew Koh combines internationally recognised fitness certifications, medical exercise training and specialist education to support safer, individualised exercise for adults, seniors and people with appropriate medical clearance.

International certifications
Medical exercise expertise
Active ageing specialisation
Recognised professional certification bodies Core credentials from ACSM and the American Council on Exercise.
ACSM logo
American Council on Exercise logo
Core professional credentials

Current Fitness Certifications

These are the principal certifications most relevant to UFitness SG's personal training, group exercise and medical exercise services.

● Current certification

ACSM Certified Personal Trainer

American College of Sports Medicine

Training in fitness assessment, exercise programming, behaviour support and safe exercise delivery for apparently healthy individuals and those with medical clearance.

Certified: 21 August 2024 Recertification due: 31 December 2027
● Current certification

ACE Certified Personal Trainer

American Council on Exercise

Individualised exercise programming to improve fitness, physical function and overall wellbeing within an appropriate professional scope.

Valid through: 31 March 2027 Certified since: 2021
● Current certification

ACE Certified Medical Exercise Specialist

American Council on Exercise

Specialist preparation for designing and supervising complementary exercise programmes that support function, disease management and appropriate post-medical care.

Valid through: 31 August 2027 Certified since: 2023
● Current certification

ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor

American Council on Exercise

Professional preparation to lead structured exercise classes for diverse groups using appropriate formats, equipment and coaching methods.

Valid through: 31 May 2027 Certified since: 2021
Continuing specialist education

ACE Specialist Programmes

These certificates document completed specialist programmes. They complement the current professional certifications above but should not be interpreted as separate professional licences.

Specialist programme

Senior Fitness Specialist

Relevant to safer strength, mobility, balance and functional exercise programming for older adults.

Completed: 17 March 2021
Specialist programme

Corrective Exercise Specialist

Education in movement assessment and exercise strategies addressing mobility, stability and movement-quality needs.

Completed: 30 March 2023
Specialist programme

Weight Management Specialist

Training in sustainable behaviour, physical activity and evidence-informed weight-management support.

Completed: 13 July 2023
Specialist programme

Behaviour Change Specialist

Education in motivation, habit development and client-centred coaching to support sustainable health behaviour.

Completed: 15 April 2023
Specialist programme

Youth Fitness Specialist

Age-appropriate exercise programming and coaching principles for children and adolescents.

Completed: 25 July 2023
Healthcare-related professional development

Exercise is Medicine® Singapore

Andrew completed the Exercise Prescription Course for Fitness Professionals conducted by Exercise is Medicine Singapore at Changi General Hospital on 20 and 21 March 2023.

The course supports more informed communication, screening and exercise planning when working within professional scope and, where appropriate, alongside healthcare guidance.

Status note: The displayed certificate stated validity through 20 March 2026. It is therefore presented here as completed professional development rather than as a currently active credential.
Evidence-informed programming Exercise choices are based on screening, client goals, functional capacity and recognised professional principles.
Appropriate professional scope Fitness coaching supports health and function but does not replace medical diagnosis, treatment or rehabilitation.
Ongoing professional development Certifications and continuing education are maintained and updated according to applicable professional requirements.
Credential and trademark notice: Organisation names, logos and certificates are displayed solely to identify qualifications, completed education or professional affiliations. Their display does not imply that ACSM, ACE, Exercise is Medicine or any other organisation endorses UFitness SG or its services. Certification status and validity may change over time. Visitors requiring formal verification should use the issuing organisation's official credential-verification system where available.
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