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iLift is a private, by-appointment personal-training studio in Kuching, built for adults roughly 40 to 80 who intend to stay strong, mobile, and capable for life.
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When we opened in 2022, we trained everyone — every age, every goal, from fat loss to a first pull-up. But over time a pattern became impossible to ignore. The people who thrived most with us — who stayed, who got capability back they thought was gone — were adults in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond.
That wasn’t an accident. It was our approach quietly finding the people it fits best.
We’ll be honest: there are faster ways to change how a body looks. We know them — and we’ve watched them work, for a while. We choose a more sustainable approach instead, not because we don’t know the shortcuts, but because we’ve seen where they lead.
After hundreds of consultations, the same story keeps coming back. Trying to take the quick, easy route is the exact reason so many people end up stuck in a loop — a hard push, a result that doesn’t hold, a fall-off, and then starting over again from zero. It’s also why so many carry a quiet fear of fitness and change: they tried to change too fast, on a plan that was never built to last, and it broke them rather than building them.
So we don’t. We build strength patiently, protect joints, and train for the long game — mobility, independence, and energy that holds up for decades, not weeks. It asks for a little more patience up front. In return, it’s the version that actually sticks.
We pick the route you can keep walking for years, not the one that burns out in a month.
Clean technique and smart loading first — progress that protects your joints instead of risking them.
Small, private studios. No crowds, no mirrors-as-pressure, no judgement. You start exactly where you are.
If a few of those sound like you, we should talk.
Book a Free Consultation →There’s a personal thread behind this focus, too. Raphael — who started iLift — watched it happen up close in his own family. Both his aunt and his grandfather slowly lost strength and muscle as the years went on, and with it, piece by piece, their independence.
His aunt’s story is the one that stayed with him. She had always been the strong one — a capable corporate woman who held the family together and looked after everyone around her. But as the years passed, the strength she’d taken for granted quietly faded, until everyday things she once did with ease slipped out of reach, and the independence she’d never had to think about began to go with it. Watching someone that capable lose the freedom to simply do for herself made one thing clear: strength isn’t about how you look — it’s independence, and it’s the one thing you can keep training for. That’s what turned a specialty into a mission.
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A relaxed, no-pressure chat about your goals, health and any concerns — a chance to see if we’re the right fit.
What happens →A relaxed, no-pressure conversation — no assessment, no commitment. We talk through your goals, your health history, and any medical conditions or concerns we need to understand and clear before you begin.
Most importantly, we explore the why behind your goals. Using a technique called motivational interviewing, we help you connect with what really matters to you — because a goal you genuinely own is what drives real, lasting change this time.
We walk you through how we train and ease you in, so your first real session feels familiar, not daunting.
What happens →We walk through your lifestyle and daily routine together, and set the tone for your relationship with your coach and the programme itself.
The aim is to ease you in gently — so your coach truly understands how you live and what needs to change, and your first real session feels familiar rather than daunting.
A gentle baseline of how you move, so your programme starts exactly where your body is today.
What happens →A gentle baseline built around six fundamental movements: the squat, single-leg movements, push, pull, hinge and rotation.
Together these make up the functional movements you rely on every day. We check you can perform each one comfortably and without limitation — and once you can, you’re ready to move into the foundation phase.
We groove the core movements with clean technique — the base everything else is built on.
What happens →We teach you the basics with clean technique and sensible loading, and work through any limitations or issues the assessment uncovered.
It’s the safe, solid base that everything else — your strength, mobility and long-term progress — is built on.
Good personal training isn’t a guess — it’s measured. We don’t just watch the scale or line up a before-and-after photo (we track those too). We measure progress across the things that actually keep you strong, mobile and independent — each test matched to your level and tracked over time.
Markers like body-fat percentage and waist-to-hip ratio — health-related numbers, not just what the scale says.
We track your strength as it builds — for example your grip strength and how you progress in key lifts like the squat.
Functional performance you actually use — getting down to the floor and back up, how quickly you can move, and your cardiovascular fitness.
It’s all aimed at one thing: keeping you strong, independent and healthy for the long term. Your health is what matters most here — far more than chasing a particular look in the mirror.
My aim was to strengthen my legs muscles. And to regain confidence to use my left leg again. Last week i hiked in Lambir Hill national park, Miri and surprised that my legs were strong enough to navigate the jungle path. I was very pleased with the experience and I believe that it has been due to exercise that I have done with Coach Matiin and my previous Pilates instructor. This week I’m in a health retreat near Malacca and we have to do morning walks up and down the hill. In the past visits, I had difficulty in climbing up the hill ( and I was younger then!) . I surprised myself again that I find the climb/ walk manageable and wasn’t as dreadful as I previously experienced. So I have to come to a conclusion that strong leg muscle is so crucial to our wellbeing and if we want to continue to stay healthy and active.
Gala City, KuchingMy fitness goal is to build myself up in terms of fitness and overall health. Coach Darren is very encouraging and passionate about what he does, and I can really see the enthusiasm he brings to every session. I feel stronger and less tired since I started training. It's also a great place to be and helps me relieve stress at times. I would definitely recommend this personal training studio because there's no way I could have achieved this on my own.
Pines Square, KuchingFrom our very first session, Darren never made me feel judged. He met me where I was, patiently taught me the basics, corrected my form, and reminded me that progress is built one step at a time. On the days I doubted myself, he believed in me enough for the both of us. What touched me most wasn't just his knowledge—it was how much he genuinely cared. He checked in on my progress, celebrated every small win with me, and adjusted my training whenever I struggled instead of pushing me beyond my limits. I never felt like just another client. In just my first month, I lost 2kg and my waist became noticeably slimmer. But if I'm honest, the biggest transformation wasn't the number on the scale—it was my mindset. I walked into the gym feeling scared and out of place. Thank you, Coach Darren, for giving me more than just fitness results. You helped me build confidence, discipline, and belief in myself. Those are things I'll carry long after I reach my fitness goals. If you're someone who's putting off the gym because you're afraid, overwhelmed, or think you're "not fit enough," I hope this gives you the push you need. I started exactly where you are, and I couldn't have asked for a better coach to guide me through it.
Pines Square, KuchingCoach Albinus paces the training well , gradually increasing the intensity without it ever feeling intimidating
Gala City, KuchingI joined iLift in March 2026 to keep in shape, and now it has become part of my life. The exercises are not too hard to follow, and I can really feel the difference now compared to before I started. I feel stronger, more agile, more alert and energetic, and my overall health is so much better. I always look forward to my classes. Coach Jeremy is very good. Always punctual, starts and ends on time, and always does a proper warm up, workout and cool down. Very flexible in arranging alternate dates too. His instructions are easy to understand. At my age it is not easy to remember all the exercises, but Coach Jeremy is very patient and understanding about this. Most of all, he keeps me safe and helps me achieve results. My poor posture and unsafe movements are corrected, and when I am not feeling well the exercises are made easier, then harder ones are introduced when I am ready. He also explains which muscles benefit from each exercise, makes sure the equipment is safe, and lets me work at my own pace so I never feel pressured. Whenever I ask a question, Coach Jeremy is always attentive. I highly recommend iLift.
Pines Square, Kuching一开始来找教练 Darren 训练，只是希望自己能够变得更健康、身体更强壮，不再那么容易生病。 训练这段时间后，我真的感受到身体有很大的改变。我的体能和肺活量都提升了，也养成了规律运动的习惯，饮食习惯变得更健康，姿势改善了不少，身体酸痛也明显减少。 让我最惊喜的是，我过去已经连续服用了 5 年安眠药。训练一段时间后，有一天我决定尝试不靠安眠药睡觉，没想到我真的自然睡着了！现在已经不再需要依赖安眠药。以前几乎每天都会喝酒，现在也变成只是偶尔小酌。 教练 Darren 不只是带我训练，更是真心关心我的健康。他会经常询问我的身体状况、饮食和睡眠，也会一步一步帮助我建立运动习惯和更健康的生活方式，而不是只关注训练成绩。 我最大的挑战……就是不断挑战我教练 Darren 的极限（笑）！非常感谢 Darren 一路以来的耐心、专业和鼓励，让我不仅身体变得更健康，也拥有了更好的生活品质。真心推荐给任何想改变自己的人！
Pines Square, KuchingInitially, I sought training with Coach Darren simply hoping to become healthier, stronger, and less prone to illness. After training for a while, I've truly felt a significant change in my body. My fitness and lung capacity have improved, I've developed a regular exercise routine, my diet has become healthier, my posture has improved considerably, and my body aches have noticeably decreased. What surprised me most was that I had been taking sleeping pills for five years. After training for a while, one day I decided to try sleeping without them, and to my surprise, I actually fell asleep naturally! Now I no longer need sleeping pills. I used to drink alcohol almost every day, but now it's just an occasional small drink. Coach Darren doesn't just train me; he genuinely cares about my health. He frequently inquires about my physical condition, diet, and sleep, and helps me gradually establish exercise habits and a healthier lifestyle, rather than just focusing on training results. My biggest challenge… is constantly pushing Coach Darren to his limits (laughs)! I'm incredibly grateful for Darren's patience, professionalism, and encouragement along the way, which has not only made me healthier but also given me a better quality of life. I wholeheartedly recommend this to anyone who wants to change themselves!
Pines Square, KuchingI got to know about iLift from Facebook ads. My wife and I signed up Group Personal Training and the fitness coach assigned to us is Coach Darren Liew. The main reasons i decided to took up personal training is that I do not know where and how to start weight training and I am very afraid of getting injured if i trained without a proper guidance. My main goal is to gain a toned body shape with some increased in muscle mass before hitting the 40 years old line. Coach Darren Liew is very attentive to our needs. He helped to correct our postures during weight training to make sure that both me and my wife wouldn't hurt our joints and lower back. We have a WhatsApp group with him and during rest days, he would text and ask whether we have any muscle aches or joint pain, as well as giving us tips on stretching to relieve the muscle ache. We had completed 6 months PT training last month and guess what? We signed up another 6 months. Definitely 5 Stars.
Pines Square, KuchingMy main goals when I started training were to lose weight, build muscle, and improve my overall fitness. Working with Coach Jimmy has been a great experience. He is passionate, supportive, and professional, and his coaching methods are easy to follow. With his guidance, I’ve become stronger, feel more energetic, and am less tired throughout the day. I’ve also noticed steady improvements in my overall fitness, and the training has helped me take meaningful steps towards a healthier lifestyle. Overall, my experience has been very positive, and I would definitely recommend this personal training studio. Coach Jimmy genuinely cares about his clients’ progress, and the welcoming environment and structured training program have made a real difference in my fitness journey.
Pines Square, KuchingFantastic program! The workouts are personalized, motivating and effective. The atmosphere is friendly and my coach, coach Darren is supportive, and I see great results in a short time. Highly recommend for anyone looking to improve their fitness.
Pines Square, KuchingWhen I first started, my main goal was to improve my mobility, with weight loss as a secondary goal. Although my work schedule limits how often I can attend training, Coach Darren has helped me make significant progress. I can walk more and climb stairs normally now, which was difficult for me before. Thanks Coach Darren! 💪🏻
Pines Square, KuchingI would like to thank Coach Stan for being very patient and supportive in guiding me throughout my training . My initial goal was to reduce belly fat, and while the results around my tummy are not yet very significant, I have noticed real improvements in other areas. I feel stronger overall and much less stiffness in my body, which has made daily movement easier and more comfortable. The training here is suitable for those of us above 50, as it is well-paced and considerate of our physical condition. I’m very happy with my experience and would gladly recommend this gym to my friends
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