Fun on court, serious improvement. With 20+ years of playing experience and 1 year of coaching, I help players of all levels train hard, play happy, and improve together.

Learn more about Koh

• What age did you start playing sport? Tell us about this time or moment in your life.

  I started playing badminton when I was 8 years old. At that time, I simply played for fun and never thought too much about competition or achievements. Looking back, those were some of the best memories of my childhood. I had a lot of fun playing with my friends, and that was where my love for badminton really began.

• What are your favourite sports; those that you practice at a high level, a simple hobby, and a sport that you'd still like to discover?

  At a high level: Definitely badminton. It has been a major part of my life for more than 20 years, and I have competed at both school and university level.
  
  As a hobby: I enjoy hiking. It gives me a chance to stay active while also enjoying nature and taking a break from the usual routine.
  
  A sport I would still like to discover: I wouldn't say there is one particular sport, but I would love to explore more workout and training techniques at the gym. I enjoy learning how the body moves and how different training methods can improve sports performance.

• What gives you the motivation and passion to pursue your sport?

  Lee Chong Wei was one of my biggest inspirations when I was younger. Seeing how much he achieved through his badminton career motivated me to improve and become a better player.
  
  When I was young, I always wanted to be the best and prove myself through competition. As I have grown older, my perspective has changed. I now want to enjoy the sport, continue improving, and most importantly, share that happiness with other people. Seeing my students improve and enjoy badminton gives me a different kind of satisfaction.

• Do you have a sporting achievement that you're particularly proud of?

  Some of the achievements I am most proud of are representing my school badminton team, winning a bronze medal in a school competition, and winning a bronze medal in a university competition.
  
  While these achievements may not be the biggest titles in badminton, they represent many years of training, competition, discipline and commitment to the sport.

• How have your achievements and challenges made you a better sportsperson?

  My experiences have taught me the importance of discipline and getting out of my comfort zone.
  
  I learned that if you want to achieve something you have never achieved before, you have to put in the effort and be willing to challenge yourself. Progress does not happen overnight. The challenges and setbacks along the way have taught me to stay patient, keep learning and continue working on my weaknesses.

• If you had to go for a jog with a famous athlete, who would you choose? And what questions would you ask them?

  I would choose an athlete with strong charisma and an interesting journey, rather than simply choosing the athlete with the highest level of sporting achievement.
  
  One person I would be interested in talking to is Lee Yang, the Olympic men's doubles gold medallist. I would like to ask him about his life after retirement and his role in the sports industry. It would be interesting to hear how an elite athlete adapts to life after competition and how he continues to contribute to the development of sport in his country.

• How do you help people stay motivated?

  I believe motivation starts with having a clear goal. I help my students set realistic goals, remind them why they started, and encourage them to keep working towards those goals.
  
  At the same time, I don't want badminton to feel like a chore. I want my students to enjoy the sport while improving themselves. If they enjoy playing, they are more likely to stay active and continue playing for many years.

• What makes you a Superprof in sports?

  I believe my biggest strengths are my more than 20 years of badminton experience and my attention to detail.
  
  Over the years, I have developed a strong understanding of different aspects of the game, and I know that every student has different strengths and weaknesses. Rather than simply teaching everyone the same way, I pay attention to how each student moves, hits and makes decisions on court.
  
  I can identify specific weaknesses and work on them directly, helping my students understand not only what they need to improve, but also why and how they can improve it.
  
  My goal is not just to teach someone how to play badminton, but to help them become a smarter, more confident and better player while enjoying the sport along the way.