Department of Sports Science
Department of Sports Science
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FULL TIME FACULTY
Chair
Expertise: Strength and Conditioning, Tests and Measurement in Sports and Exercise
Expertise: Sport and Exercise Psychology, Gender Studies in Sports, Sports for Peace and Development
Expertise: Sports Nutrition, Kinanthropometry, Research Methods
Expertise: Strength and Conditioning, Kinanthropometry
Expertise: Coaching, Sports Administration and Management
Expertise: Sport Psychology, Exercise Physiology, Kinanthropometry
Expertise: Coaching, Injury Prevention and Management in Sports
Expertise: Sports Biomechanics
Expertise: Sports in society and culture, Management of Sport- and Recreation-related services, Research Methods
Expertise: Exercise Physiology, Bioenergetics, Motor Control and Ergogenics
Expertise: Sports in Society and Culture, Methods of Physical Conditioning
Mr. Dan Angelo Cabading
Mr. Dan Angelo Cabading
Expertise: Motor Acquisition
Expertise: Performance Specialist
LECTURERS
Jose Bayani T. Aliling, Jr.
Jose Bayani T. Aliling, Jr.
ABOUT
I am a Sports Science graduate and a Orthopedic Surgeon, with a special interest and specialization in sport related injuries.
TEACHING
SS 102 Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology
CONTACT
jtaliling1@up.edu.ph
Leanne E. Alonso
Leanne E. Alonso
ABOUT
TEACHING
CONTACT
lsespina1@up.edu.ph
Atlas Michelangelo Kale G. Alvarez
Atlas Michelangelo Kale G. Alvarez
ABOUT
Retired National Football Team
Certified Strength and Coniditoning Coach
International Advisor for Gatorade Sports Science Institute
TEACHING
SS 110
CONTACT
alvarezkale@gmail.com
Alvin Lloyd A. Andresio
Alvin Lloyd A. Andresio
ABOUT
World Athletics Lvl 2 Coach, Certified Running Coach. Been coaching track and field for years, do strength and conditioning for individuals and varsity teams, teaching and mentoring PE 1 practicumers in the university
TEACHING
PE 1 (mentorship for PEd 197), PE 2 Running for Fitness, Running
EXTENSION
Miriam College, Track and Field Coach, 2017 - Present, Ateneo Basketball Jrs Speed and Mobility Coach, 2024 - Present
CONTACT
aaandresio1@up.edu.ph
Niño Jose S. Antonio
Niño Jose S. Antonio
ABOUT
I am a Certified Pilates Instructor under STOTT Pilates, Canada. I am also a Certified Cheerleading Judge under the International Federation of Cheerleading, Japan. I also served the university as an assistant coach of the UP Pep Squad from 2005 to 2021.
TEACHING
I am currently teaching SS 120 Basic Fitness Dance. I also handled SS 121 Advanced Fitness Dance before.
EXTENSION
I am running a Pilates Studio with a business partner as my main job.
CONTACT
nsantonio@up.edu.ph
Christine Marie B. Avendaño
Christine Marie B. Avendaño
ABOUT
Graduated from College of Human Kinetics in UP Diliman taking up Bachelor of Sports Science
TEACHING
Faculty at Ateneo de Manila Senior High School, Taught PE 1 at UP Diliman
CONTACT
cbavendano@up.edu.ph
Ron Anthony A. Bartolome
Ron Anthony A. Bartolome
ABOUT
TEACHING
CONTACT
rabartolome@up.edu.ph
Dave D. Bercades
Dave D. Bercades
ABOUT
University of the Philippines Diliman, Chairman, Sports Science Department (2006-2009)
Keimyung University, Visiting Professor (2009)
Stretch Limited, Hong Kong, Stretch Therapist (2010-2012)
Hong Kong Sports Institute, Sports Science Officer (2012-2013)
TEACHING
Anatomy and Physiology
RESEARCH
Chan, YY, Yim, YM, Bercades, D, Cheng TT, Ngo, KL, Lo, KK (2016). Comparison of different cryotherapy recovery methods in elite junior cyclists. Asia-Pacific journal of sports medicine, arthroscopy, rehabilitation and technology, 5, 17-23.
Flores, MAD, Bercades, DT, Florendo, FP (2010). Effectiveness of shadow practice in learning the standard table tennis backhand drive. International journal of table tennis sciences, 6, 105-110. http://ittf-ss.com/
Roncesvalles, MN, Isidro, M, Bercades, D and Peneyra, R (2005). A comparison of fundamental motor skills in early childhood. Journal of sport and exercise psychology, 27, S128.
Bercades, D (2001). Using Weightlifting Belts. Strength development. http://www.tothenextlevel.org/old_site/docs/strength/weightlifting_belts.html
Osternig, LR, James, CR, and Bercades, D (1999). Effects of movement speed and joint position on knee flexor torque in healthy and post-surgical subjects. European journal of applied physiology, 80, 100-106.
Osternig, LR, James, CR, and Bercades, D (1996). Eccentric knee flexor torque following anterior cruciate ligament surgery. Medicine and science in sport and exercise, 28, 1229-1234.
EXTENSION
I teach a community-based exercise class for seniors
CONTACT
dtbercades@up.edu.ph
Gabrielle Mikaela Bernales
Gabrielle Mikaela Bernales
ABOUT
TEACHING
CONTACT
grbernales@up.edu.ph
Expertise: Strength and Conditioning, Physical Activity and Health, Injury Prevention and Management in Sports
ABOUT
TEACHING
CONTACT
hpcallanta@up.edu.ph
Christopher Emmanuel S. Callanta
Christopher Emmanuel S. Callanta
ABOUT
TEACHING
CONTACT
cscallanta@up.edu.ph
Mark Christopher V. Caron
Mark Christopher V. Caron
ABOUT
Graduated Bachelor of Sport Science and Master of Science in Human Movement Science. An Athletic Performance Coach for 17 years in professional to youth levels. A Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Performance Specialist, and Titleist Performance Institute Certified. Consults in developing and managing programs, performance facilities and systems.
TEACHING
13 years teaching experience specializing in human movement analysis and physical performance. Teaches Analysis of Human Movement (Graduate), Methods of Physical Conditioning, Injury Prevention and Management, and Weight Training.
RESEARCH AND CREATIVE WORK
Exercise and Sports Science; University Scholarly Work Awards (ADMU), EAGLE Fund-Teaching Excellence Award (ADMU)
EXTENSION
National Team and Professional Volleyball Team Awards
CONTACT
mvcaron@up.edu.ph
Alvin George C. Cobar
Alvin George C. Cobar
ABOUT
Alvin George C. Cobar, MSc, is a distinguished academic and researcher in Physical Education and Sports Science. He serves as a Senior Lecturer at the University of the Philippines and an INstructor at Ateneo de Manila University, where he advances physical education curricula and promotes research-driven practices. He has also authored influential texts on physical education and movement literacy.
Beyond academia, Mr. Cobar actively contributes to public discourse as a sports science expert on major media platforms and serves on editorial boards for scholarly journals. He has an extensive coaching background, particularly in track and field, guiding university athletes to success. His professional contributions extend to leadership roles in research organizations, and he has received multiple awards, including the University Scholarly Work Award and the Teaching Excellence Award from Ateneo de Manila University, solidifying his influence in the field of sports science in the Philippines.
TEACHING
Exercise Physiology I, Biomechanics I
RESEARCH AND CREATIVE WORK
Exercise and Sports Science; University Scholarly Work Awards (ADMU), EAGLE Fund-Teaching Excellence Award (ADMU)
EXTENSION
National Council for Physical Educators of the Philippines, Focal Person for Research (2022-present); National Academy of Sports, Resource Person; Athens Journal of Sports, Reviewers' Board Member
CONTACT
accobar@up.edu.ph
ORCID: 0000-0003-4155-3624 ,
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=qsxKrNMAAAAJ&hl=en
Researchgate Profile: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Alvin_George_Cobar
Scopus ID: 57189902931
Nicole R. Expectacion
Nicole R. Expectacion
ABOUT
Graduated Magna cum Laude under the program BS Family Life and Child Development from the College of Home Economics, UP Diliman in 2018. Doctor of Medicine degree acquired from the University of the East - Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center Inc. in 2022. Currently practicing as an occupational health/general physician and a college lecturer. Also a licensed professional teacher for elementary level.
TEACHING
With experience and expertise in teaching preschool and elementary levels. Recently taught Sport Science major subjects in the tertiary level (SS 102, SS 103 and SS 130).
EXTENSION
Alpha Phi Omega - Alpha Phi Chapter (2018 - present); Honor Society of Pi Gamma Mu Excellence in Social Sciences – Philippine Alpha Chapter (UP Diliman) (2017 - present); Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi UP Diliman (2017 - present); UP Pre-Medical Society (2015 - present)
CONTACT
nrexpectacion@up.edu.ph
Miguel Antonio C. Gavino
Miguel Antonio C. Gavino
ABOUT
Teaching and Coaching for 13 years
Sports Administrator for 7 years
TEACHING
SS 150 - Acquisition of Motor Skills
CONTACT
Kyle Andre P. Lim
Kyle Andre P. Lim
ABOUT
TEACHING
CONTACT
kplim1@up.edu.ph
Alberto T. Magpily
Alberto T. Magpily
ABOUT
TEACHING
CONTACT
almagpily@yahoo.com
Pearl Anne Managuelod
Pearl Anne Managuelod
ABOUT
Chief Sports Officer - Duck World, Co-Founder and COO - Spin101, CEO - Gogobros Enterprises, Former POC Executive Board Member, Former Secretary General - Muaythai Association of the Philippines, Former Chief Administrative Officer, Student-Athlete Support Services - National Academy of Sports, Former Executive Committee Member - International Federation of Muaythai Associations, Former Vice President - Federation of Asian Muaythai Associations, Deputy Chef de Mission - 31st Southeast Asian Games Vietnam, 2024 Philippine Sports Commission Women in Sports Executive of the Year Awardee
TEACHING
SS161 - Sport & Exercise Psychology
RESEARCH
Making an Alpha Female: Breaking the Glass Ceiling in Philippine Sports - IAPESGW 19th Quadrennial World Congress Book of Abstracts
EXTENSION
Safe Sports Philippines
CONTACT
pdmanaguelod1@up.edu.ph
Jamill Czareno B. Navarro
Jamill Czareno B. Navarro
ABOUT
TEACHING
CONTACT
jbnavarro1@up.edu.ph
Lawrence T. Navarro
Lawrence T. Navarro
ABOUT
Lawrence Navarro has nearly two decades of experience in sports retail marketing, communications, strategic planning, business development, and brand management.
His passions include people development, inspirational speaking, and strategic planning, and he has delivered talks in both corporate and academic settings.
Lawrence holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from the University of the Philippines Diliman and serves as a faculty member at the university’s College of Human Kinetics teaching sports management and sports marketing.
TEACHING
Sport Event Management, Sport Marketing
CONTACT
ltnavarro@up.edu.ph
John Guiller P. Realin
John Guiller P. Realin
ABOUT
Assistant Professor John Guiller Realin is a faculty member of the Department of Physical Education at the College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Manila. He finished his Bachelor's degree in Sports Science at the College of Human Kinetics, UP Diliman. He obtained a Master of Science degree in Exercise and Sport Sciences at the University of Birmingham in the United Kingdom. He has also completed two graduate programs at the College of Medicine, UP Manila, namely, Diploma in Physiology and Certificate in Biochemistry.
TEACHING
Exercise Physiology, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Bioenergetics, Test and Measurements
RESEARCH AND CREATIVE WORK
Research Interests: Physical Activity Research, Exercise Physiology
EXTENSION
National Academy of Sports; Validation, Finalization, Consolidation, and Refinement of ELITESS Curriculum, November 2024/December 2024/January 2025
CONTACT
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0160-1863,
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=EU6NODoAAAAJ&hl=en
Michaela Angela Sales
Michaela Angela Sales
ABOUT
TEACHING
CONTACT
msales@up.edu.ph
Boss Sobremesana
Boss Sobremesana
ABOUT
TEACHING
CONTACT
bbsobremesana@up.edu.ph
Alfred Tengonciang
Alfred Tengonciang
ABOUT
TEACHING
CONTACT
ahtengonciang@up.edu.ph
Gilda L. Uy
Gilda L. Uy
ABOUT
TEACHING
CONTACT
gluy@up.edu.ph
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