Elbert Ma

Elbert Ma is a health and wellness professional certified in a wide range of wellness modalities including personal training, yoga instruction, and health counseling, and is working towards completing his certification in Mindfulness Meditation with a specialization in Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from SUNY Stony Brook and an Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts from The Culinary Institute of America.

Elbert is passionate about bringing a holistic approach to health and wellness, helping individuals discover greater self-awareness, and leading communities towards collective wellbeing. Prior to joining The Dorm, Elbert worked as a fitness program manager, overseeing a robust suite of in-person and digital fitness classes and wellness events within eight commercial and residential buildings across The New York City Metro area. His experience includes work in Mindfulness Meditation with Mount Sinai Hospital System, Teachers College Columbia University, and he is a seasoned speaker presenting workshops for Asia Society (New York and Northern California Chapters), New York City Law Department, Sam and Devorah Foundation for Trans Youth, and Unilever.

In his downtime, Elbert is a proud plant dad, running enthusiast, and curious world traveler. Having completed 18 marathons to date, Elbert has the goal of one day taking part in an Iron Man competition.