The Accelerating Athletes program aims to help academically strong Asian student athletes gain admission to top American universities by strengthening their athletic abilities and application portfolios. The intensive multi-week summer program provides academic counseling, athletic training, and university admissions guidance. Students work to improve their physical conditioning and skills through training at Ultimate Performance gym while also preparing their applications through resume and interview workshops. The program is run collaboratively by Foundation Global Education and Ultimate Performance coaches and counselors to give students a competitive edge in the university admissions process.

1. Building Faster, Stronger, Smarter Athletes
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3. The primary aim of Accelerating Athletes
is to supercharge athletic students to
fortify their university application by
showcasing their passion, their talent, and
their dedication to athleticism and thereby
helping them to stand out from the
applicant pool.
Foundation Global Education has devised
a comprehensive American university
preparation and application program:
Accelerating Athletes. Specifically
designed with promising athletic
students in Asia in mind who are
academically strong, but need the
advice, guidance and mentoring that only
Foundation can provide for US-bound
students.
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4. Headquartered in Hong Kong, Foundation Global
Education has helped hundreds of students in Asia
pursue the dream of studying overseas since 2001.
Our counselors provide comprehensive bespoke
guidance to help each student build strong
portfoliosbasedonacademics,extracurricularactivities,
and an in-depth exploration of their passion and talents.
For over a decade, we have been serving families with
one purpose in mind: to give every child a chance at
success. We believe there is a school for everyone, one
that suits the individual student. With our extensive
experience of schools around the world, we are
confident in our ability to find the best fit for every
student.

5. To be accepted to the best universities, it is no longer just about how good a
students’ grades are, he or she must now also demonstrate strengths beyond
academics to prove well-roundedness so that every student will contribute to
the university as a whole. This is what Foundation’s competitive sports program
exemplifies.
The other important factor determining collegiate athletic success is to shrink
the gap for an athlete at Hong Kong secondary school-level BEFORE they
head to U.S. university-level sports program.
Our research indicates that universities (in Division’s I, II and III), have an
intensive sports-specific training roster: fitness training 5-times per week,
strength and conditioning training, weekly intramural games and inter-college
competitions happening in addition to those. When one compares this with
Hong Kong’s secondary schools: twice-weekly physical education class, after
school club training once a week and Saturday morning competitions, it is sure
to leave the US-bound athlete wanting.
Competitive Advantage

6. Essay Workshops
University
Communications
Resume Writing
Interview Training
The Accelerating Athletes Holistic Approach
Academic
Counseling
50%
Individual Video
Footage
NCAA Rules and Regulations
Admission Officers
Sports Coaches

7. to the U.S. University Application Process
Athletic
Counseling
50%
Conditioning Training
Physiotherapy
Body Composition
Analysis
Chiropractor
Psychology
Strength Training
Nutrition for
Athletes

8. Our Partner
Foundation has partnered with internationally renowned experts in health and
fitness, Ultimate Performance (UP), providing a holistic approach that brings your
child the very best experience and knowledge of strength and sport conditioning.
With our comprehensive plan, Foundation and UP are driven to provide the very
best quality service when it comes to assisting our families to achieve the very best
results for their children.
At the university level, UP provides the type of training experience and exposure
that is invaluable to furthering athleticism. From nutrition, to sports psychology, to
injury prevention and rehabilitation - UP’s experts ensure your child is primed for
excellence in whatever their sport at university.
In addition, we provide fully qualified advice from trainers and coaches who have
all studied with leading organizations such as the NSCA, ACSM, Australian Sports
Institute, the Poliquin Institute, StrengthSensei, and our own UP Education teaching
team.
Ultimate Performance was founded on the belief that excellence and achievement
do not happen by accident, rather, our clients excel through the rigorous
application of an intelligent process of “educated effort.” Our goals are simple
– we help our clients achieve their dreams through the highest level of personal
training and overall fitness coaching. For us, nothing else counts, and our successful
business is a direct reflection of that singular aim.
Hong Kong • Singapore • London City • London Mayfair • Manchester • Marbella
www.upfitness.com.hk
11th Floor, Midtown Soundwill Plaza 2, 1-29 Tang Lung St. Causeway Bay
THE WORLD’S LEADING BODY COMPOSITION EXPERTS

9. Course Overview
Location: Foundation Headquarters or Ultimate Performance Causeway Bay
FOUNDATION
School Selection
The Recruitment
Process: NCAA
FOUNDATION
Applications and
University Coaches
Interview /
Essay Skills
ULTIMATE
PERFORMANCE
Sports Psychology
Resistance and
Metabolic Training
FOUNDATION
Practical School
Communications
College Essay
Program (CEP)
ULTIMATE
PERFORMANCE
Identifying weak
muscle groups
Continuation of
Practical Resistance
Training
FOUNDATION
Portfolio Building:
Video Footage
and CV
Geared for
Success:
Campus Visits and
Follow Up
ULTIMATE
PERFORMANCE
How to Organize
Training:
Periodization
WEEK 1 WEEK 2 WEEK 3 WEEK 4
SUMMER INTENSIVE SUMMER EXTENDED
ULTIMATE
PERFORMANCE
Sports Nutrition
and
Body Composition
Introduction to
Practical Resistance
Training

10. Daniella Means
Senior Sports Associate, Foundation Global Education
From an early age, Daniella was driven to win beginning
with gymnastics as a child which, after receiving her
BA (Hons) from Nottingham University, she then
traded in her leotards for cleats as she transitioned into
a full-time professional rugby player representing Hong
Kong in the Rugby Sevens. Few understand the mindset
needed to succeed at this level, and with her experience
and her passion for wellness and personal training,
make her the perfect example for students to learn from.
2012 - 2013
Hong Kong National Women’s Rugby Team Captain (7’s Development)
2007 - 2014
Hong Kong National Women’s Rugby Player (7’s and 15’s)
2011
Certified Personal Trainer National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
Brenda Hung
University Counselor, Foundation Global Education
After completing her secondary education in Hong
Kong, Brenda studied Economics and Psychology at
University of Michigan, USA. During her undergraduate
years, she worked on various education, psychology, and
teacher training research projects. Brenda then obtained her
Master’s degree in Marketing at Cornell University.
After graduation she began her career in corporate banking,
where she covered numerous industries including retail,
manufacturing, and services sectors. During her free time,
she enjoys watching movies, practicing yoga and reading.
Jon Bond
Gym Manager, Ultimate Performance Hong Kong
With over 20 years of experience Jon has a rich background
in the health and fitness industry as a professional fighter,
strength and conditioning coach for professional mixed
martial artists, yoga teacher, spinning instructor, and as a
personal trainer before becoming Gym Manager of Ultimate
Performance Hong Kong. Jon has extensive knowledge of
fitness and nutrition supplementation that he uses to gain
consistent and outstanding results for his wide range of
clients, whether if it is for athletes looking to improve in their
sport, or for body composition.

11. Pete Fisher
Head of Education, Ultimate Performance Hong Kong
Pete brings with him a diverse history as a professional rugby
player, nutritional consultant, personal trainer and strength
coach. He has also had substantial experience coaching
young aspiring athletes working in the school environment.
As Head of Education at Ultimate Performance Hong Kong,
Pete is passionate about teaching not only trainers but also
clients about making good choices in all aspects of their
health and fitness.
Juliet Ide
University Counselor, Foundation Global Education
Juliet began university at The University of King’s College
(Halifax, Nova Scotia), then moving to Wesleyan University
for her BA in English. She then attended graduate school at
Yale. Juliet then embarked upon a journey of international
teaching and taught lively ‘Ragazzi’ (boys and girls) in Italy,
thoughtful kids in London and dedicated students here
in Hong Kong. In her free time, Juliet goes hiking and
swimming. She loves to attend cultural events and sings with
a group called the Cecilian Singers. She values continuing
her own education as it helps her to keep growing and that
in turn helps nurture her own teaching.
The Team
Yannick Yu
University Conselor, Foundation Global Education
Born and raised in Hong Kong, Yannick left for boarding
school at 16 to attend Lester B. Pearson United World
College of the Pacific in Canada. He received his Bachelor’s
Degree from Dartmouth College, where he completed a
double major in Economics and Government. Prior to
joining Foundation, he worked as an Investment Banking
Analyst in Hong Kong. Yannick has also worked as a Freelance
Educational Consultant for students applying to the US,
UK, and Hong Kong universities, and served as a Peer Tutor
for Economics and Accounting courses at Dartmouth. His
interests include a cappella, badminton, and cross country
running.

12. Our program is open to student
athletes 14+ years old for two or four
weeks, with the option to extend.
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​Workshops and seminars will take
place at Foundation’s headquarters,
and physical training will be at Ultimate
Performance Causeway Bay.
CONTACT
D E TA I L S
Early bird registration for the
Summer Program commencing
July 18th NOW OPEN !
Email us at athletes@foundationge.com Accelerating
Athletes
+852 31078810
athletes@foundationge.com
AcceleratingAthletes
13/F, Chinachem Hollywood Centre,
1 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong