A seasoned international sports educator and manager with over 20 years of experience, specializing in IB-aligned Physical Education (PE), swimming program leadership, and inclusive sports development. Based in Abu Dhabi (UAE), he currently serves as a PHE (Physical and Health Education) & Swimming Leader at GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi—one of the UAE’s leading IB schools—where he designs innovative, learner-centered programs for students aged 3–15 (covering PYP and MYP frameworks) and fosters inclusivity for a diverse student body from 80+ nationalities. He holds a Degree in Physical Education & Sports Science (ULHT, Portugal, 2004), a Post-Graduation in Marketing (ISCTE, Portugal, 2011), and an IB Middle Years Program (MYP) Educator Certificate (2024). Fluent in Portuguese (native), English (C2), and Spanish (C2), he brings cross-cultural expertise to bridging global sports standards with local educational needs.