Meet Team AURA. The Ambassadors behind Aura Shades.
Meet Team Aura, the official ambassadors of Aura Shades. Explore the stories, and passions of the people (click on their profile photo to find out more about them) who represent our brand on trails, roads, beaches, gyms, pilates studio and beyond.
Running, HYROX, Spartan athlete
@cathyfitnessboxingSpartan athlete and art educator training for HYROX, turning classroom lessons into training-ground grit.
Hybrid Athlete, Hyrox, Spartan, Runner
@Run_safe_chelzSenior Management, Asia Region (IT MNC) — Hybrid Athlete, HYROX, Spartan, chasing a sub-3:30 Full Marathon
CrossFit
@Cyneliz_CrossFit coach at CrossFit Urban Edge and financial advisor by trade — driven by pushing herself in every workout while helping others build stronger bodies and stronger finances.
Yoga, Pilates, multi-sport
@thatmomoffourMom of four, 20-year yoga and Pilates instructor, certified sound bowl therapist.
Wakeboard, Wakeskate
@_twentyfivenineSingapore wakeboarder and coach with almost a decade on the water.
HYROX
@kelvngFather of two and content creator turning fitness and family life into content that connects.
Gym, strength training
@manfredchongSelf-described "professional amateur" chasing a marathon and a sub-90 round of golf.
Running, outdoors, paddling, mountaineering
@roxannelowjwCoach, athlete and financial advisor rebuilding after ACL reconstruction.
Outdoor / Adventure — Running, cycling, gym, fitness races, rock climbing
@sarahhy0r1nPhysiotherapist & part-time athlete who loves picking up new sports and having fun along the way — training hard, but it's the community that keeps her going.
Running
@sarahwytMom of four and Singapore Runners Club pacer, running for health, fun and community.
HYROX, Gym/Strength Training, CrossFit, Mountaineering
@shalindasdfjklHybrid athlete and CrossFit fanatic taking on her first solo competition.
Running
@EyeletskirtReal estate professional and content creator chasing the marathon World Majors.
April
HYROX
April is a fitness advocate working with F45. She's all about doing what you love, not just for the next challenge but for the long-term. Community sits at the center of how she trains, and she lights up seeing people grow and get stronger together. She's also passionate to empower women through fitness — building strength, confidence, and community one workout at a time."
Belle
Pilates
Belle trains with one clear goal: getting stronger while building a better running pace and distance. Fitness for her is about consistency and self-respect as much as performance.
Cathy
Running, HYROX, Spartan athlete
Cathy is a Spartan athlete and art educator from the Philippines, currently training for HYROX races. Whether she's teaching students in the classroom or pushing her limits in training, she hopes to inspire people to become stronger, more confident, and committed to growth every day. What keeps her moving is living a life where passion, purpose and movement go hand in hand.
Chelsea
Hybrid Athlete, Hyrox, Spartan, Runner
Chelsea balances a senior management career in the IT industry with a packed race calendar as a hybrid athlete. Between HYROX, Spartan races, and marathons, her current mission is breaking the sub-3:30 barrier in the full marathon. This year alone she's tackling three overseas full marathons, four overseas half marathons and a HYROX event.
Cynthia
CrossFit
Cynthia Eliza wears two hats — CrossFit coach at CrossFit Urban Edge and financial advisor by trade — but the same drive powers both: pushing herself in every workout, and helping others get stronger, whether that's physically or financially. Right now she's training toward a podium finish at the upcoming Urban Throwdown, alongside a full CrossFit competition calendar.
Darren
HYROX
Darren is a HYROX enthusiast, coach and head coach at BFT Mountbatten. As a personal trainer, he helps clients hit their fat-loss goals and their HYROX personal bests. He's currently working toward qualifying for the HYROX World Championship 2027 in Hong Kong. A good workout with a good community is what keeps him moving.
Dawn
Yoga, Pilates, multi-sport
Dawn is a mom of four with a deep passion for fitness and healthy living. She has taught yoga and Pilates for over 20 years, starting at age 19, running classes across Singapore and overseas. In 2018 she became a certified Sound Bowl Therapist after training in Nepal, helping others find mental and emotional relaxation. She's currently working on improving her personal best marathon time, and hopes to inspire the people around her to connect, move with purpose, and become the best version of themselves.
Din
HYROX
Din has over 18 years of experience in fitness, spanning bodybuilding, boxing, endurance racing, HYROX and functional fitness. His focus has shifted from chasing personal performance to helping others unlock theirs. As a coach, he believes fitness should build strength, resilience and confidence that carries into everyday life, whether someone is stepping into a gym for the first time or chasing their next personal best. His current goal is HYROX Pro.
Farhan
Wakeboard, Wakeskate
Farhan, known as Nyet, is a wakeboarder, coach and instructor based in Singapore. He's been riding for almost 10 years and has been part of Team Singapore for Cable Wakeboarding since 2019. What keeps him moving is the constant drive to improve, whether that's learning a new trick, helping someone overcome their fear on the water, or pushing himself in competition. He believes the best part of the journey is seeing progress, both in himself and in the people he coaches.
Fonda
Running
Fonda is passionate about the outdoors and stays active through running and exploring new places. Whether she's chasing sunrise runs or joining the running community, she's always up for the next adventure. For her, every step is about embracing the journey, making memories, and living life under the sun.
Gavin
Gym, strength, endurance
Gavin is a personal trainer at UFIT specialising in sports performance and endurance training. He's currently working toward completing an Ironman 70.3, with the ultimate goal of becoming a full Ironman finisher. His motto, "Always Earned, Never Given," reflects his belief that every finish line and personal best comes from consistency and hard work. He's driven by the community around him and the challenge of pushing his own limits, something he strives to instill in everyone he coaches.
Kamaruzaman
Running
Kamaruzaman is an everyday dad juggling work, parenting and long-distance running. He trains weekly to better himself, balancing a full-time job and family life with a serious running habit. His current goal is a sub 3:45 marathon by the end of the year.
Kelvin
HYROX
Kelvin is a father of two and a fitness enthusiast passionate about sharing life's little wins through parenting, fitness, lifestyle and fashion. With a highly engaged APAC audience, he creates authentic, visually compelling content that connects with people and helps brands tell their story in a way that feels real, relatable and memorable. He's currently chasing a sub 25-minute 5km.
Kenneth
Running
Kenneth is a full-time office worker and father of three. As a hobby runner and amateur fitness enthusiast, he leads an active lifestyle so he can age well and set a good example for his peers and children. He's aiming to complete the BYD SIM Full Marathon in 2026 and the T100 Sprint Triathlon in 2027, injury free.
Landy
CrossFit (Athlete / Coach)
Landy is a CrossFit athlete and coach who lives by one motto — be fit for life. She's setting her sights on qualifying for the CrossFit Masters Games, and when she's not chasing that goal, she's competing at events like The Butterfly Effects, CrossFit competitions, and Turf Games.
Manfred
Gym, strength training
Manfred stays busy across multiple disciplines, currently golf, martial arts and gym training. He's driven by exploring new experiences and meeting new people along the way. Over the next 12 months, he's aiming to run a marathon, break 90 in golf, and keep his overall fitness on track.
Roxanne
Running, outdoors, paddling, mountaineering
Roxanne is an athlete and coach with 65Adventure, and a Financial Advisor at Great Eastern. She coaches outdoors and recently paused competing to recover from ACL reconstruction. She's passionate about pushing the body's limits, educating the next generation, and working with people with disabilities through sport. After five years of coaching, she expanded into financial advisory, drawing on her own experience to help others understand the importance of financial planning.
Sarah
Outdoor / Adventure — Running, cycling, gym, fitness races, rock climbing
Sarah Tan is a physiotherapist by day and a multi-sport athlete by passion — running, cycling, the gym, fitness races, and most recently rock climbing have all found a place in her routine. What keeps her coming back isn't just the challenge, but the community around it. This year she's chasing a podium finish at the ASEAN Para Games alongside her partner, and working toward certification in lead climbing. She's already lined up for BYD/Singapore Marathon, Turf Games, ASEAN Para Games, Trifactor, and the Great Eastern Women's Run.
Sarah
Running
Sarah is a mom of four and a runner, as well as a pacer with the Singapore Runners Club. Running has become a core part of her life, whether she's training toward a goal, running with the community, or getting out there for herself. She's driven by the challenge of testing her limits and the friendships built along the way. Over the next 12 months she's aiming to become a stronger, faster runner while keeping the process enjoyable, chasing new personal bests and showing her kids that it's okay to dream big and keep trying after setbacks.
Shalinda
HYROX, Gym/Strength Training, CrossFit, Mountaineering
Shalinda is a hybrid athlete, CrossFit fanatic and self-described outdoor junkie who loves workouts that test her willpower and strength. She's currently working toward her first solo CrossFit competition, moving out of what she calls her "baby CrossFit era." Her parents are her constant motivation.
Varman
Triathlon
Varman works in cybersecurity at SIM and trains as an intermediate triathlete. He's chasing a spot at the Ironman World Championship and working toward becoming a national athlete, with Ironman Phu Quoc and Ironman New Zealand on his calendar.
Ying Tian
Running
Ying Tian works in real estate and creates content across fashion, sport, family and travel. She loves running, especially long distance. She's aiming towards her final World Major star for Boston Marathon, and is currently training for Sydney and Kobe.
Zee Ping
Marathon
Zee Ping is 46 and started taking running seriously during the COVID years. What began as staying fit to keep up with his kids has turned into chasing marathon personal bests. The running community has helped him make new friends and become a better runner overall. He's currently chasing a sub 3:15 full marathon, with Berlin (Sep 2026), Shanghai (Dec 2026) and London (Apr 2027) on the calendar.
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