Meet Our Inspiring Head Coach Ms Clarence Sarza and know her inspiring story of personal success

🥋 From Scholar to Champion: The Inspiring Journey of Coach Clarence Sarza

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🌟 From Dreams to Discipline

Behind every champion lies a story of courage, consistency, and purpose — and Coach Clarence A. Sarza embodies all three. From her humble beginnings in Legazpi City to representing the Philippines on the international Taekwondo stage, Clarence’s story is one of relentless discipline, academic excellence, and a heart dedicated to empowering others.

🎓 Building a Strong Foundation

Clarence’s journey began at Legazpi City National High School, where she earned the title “Athlete of the Year” — twice — while graduating with honors. Even in her early years, her drive to balance academics and athletics set her apart.

Her passion led her to National University–Manila, where she completed her Bachelor of Science in Marketing Management as an Athletic Scholar, blending business intelligence with athletic discipline.

Never one to stop growing, she pursued her Master’s in Physical Education and Sports, continuing as a scholar while sharpening her leadership, coaching, and sports science expertise.

🥋 Rising Through the Ranks

What began as a school passion became a national legacy. Clarence’s journey as a Philippine National Taekwondo Team Member (2020–Present) has been marked by excellence and resilience.

🏆 Notable Achievements:

• 🥈 15th ASEAN Taekwondo Federation Silver Medalist (2022)

• 🥇 16th ASEAN Taekwondo Federation Gold Medalist (2023)

• 🥉 World Daegu University Taekwondo Championship Bronze Medalist (2024)

• 🥉 Korea Chuncheon Taekwondo Championship Bronze Medalist (2024)

• 🥉 Korea Chuncheon Taekwondo Championship Bronze Medalist (2025)

At National University, she also helped her team dominate the UAAP circuit:

• 🏆 UAAP Champion – Seasons 81, 82, and 87

• 🥈 UAAP 1st Runner-Up – Seasons 85 and 86

• 🥇 UAAP Individual Gold Medalist – Season 87

Through every match and medal, Clarence has carried herself with grace, humility, and the indomitable spirit of a true martial artist.

🌏 Training Abroad, Bringing Knowledge Home

To push her limits, Clarence trained in two of South Korea’s most respected Taekwondo academies:

• 🇰🇷 Kyung Hee University (Gimje) – Korea Taekwondo Training Camp, 2023

• 🇰🇷 Pung Saeng (Seongnam, Gyeonggi) – Korea Taekwondo Training Camp, 2024

These experiences deepened her global perspective and refined her advanced techniques — lessons she now passes on to her students back home.

💪 Coaching the Next Generation

As an Assistant Coach for SHERO Taekwondo Team and LCC Legazpi Taekwondo Gym, Clarence leads with compassion and precision. She designs training programs for students of all ages, emphasizing not just physical strength but character — discipline, respect, perseverance, and self-control.

Her approach has made her a trusted mentor, inspiring young athletes to find confidence in every kick and humility in every victory.

💼 Beyond the Mat: A Mind for Business and Leadership

With her Marketing background and experience at Ampersand Executive Search and Recruitment, Clarence demonstrates that athletic discipline and strategic thinking go hand-in-hand.

She has participated in top conferences such as:

• Business Summit 2019 – “Building Business Leaders through Virtual Enterprise and Mobility”

• MADWORLD 2021 – “Unlocking the New Consumer Experience”

Her career proves that success in sports can seamlessly connect with leadership, management, and entrepreneurship.

🌟 A Legacy in the Making

From scholar to champion, from athlete to mentor — Coach Clarence Sarza represents what it means to turn passion into purpose.

Today, as she continues to coach, compete, and lead through ACHIEVO Taekwondo, she inspires a new generation of Filipino athletes to believe that with discipline, humility, and heart, success is always achievable.

Coach Clarence isn’t just building athletes — she’s building future leaders. One kick, one lesson, and one dream at a time.