Walter Vaz: Creating Positive Change in the Community Is a Wonderful Goal
Coach Walter Vaz’s Social Friday event took place on a balmy Friday evening in Hong Kong, the heart of Asia, marking the first-ever Social Friday initiative in the region. The event was designed to provide the community with an opportunity to engage in a free fitness class and encouraging participants to prioritize their health and fitness. It was a momentous occasion that exemplified Coach Walter Vaz’s dedication to promoting well-being and inspiring positive change.
“Creating positive change in the community is a wonderful goal! One of the ways to do this is to join the Social Friday initiative and advocate for change at the local level. I am so proud of organizing the first Social Friday ever in Asia, we had a wonderful time.”
This introductory piece provides an overview of the event, highlighting its significance and Coach Walter Vaz’s vision of creating positive change in the community.
Can you please describe how you felt organizing your first ever Social Friday?
Organizing Social Friday was one of the highlights of my career as a professional in fitness. Reaching out to and beyond my community was such a pleasure. The excitement of preparing something that is going to impact people’s lives until today is still putting a smile on my face.
How satisfied were you with the event?
The event went beautifully, smoothly and better than expected.
How did the people react to your event?
A great energy from the group and a lot of smiling faces. I’m positive that people will be talking about this event for a long time. Everybody had this sense of community and belonging.
How did this event impact your perception of Social Friday?
I have learned so much and Social Friday changed my way of perception toward Fridays. Now more than ever, I know that I have the obligation to fight the status quo.
How likely would you be to organize/participate in Social Friday events in the future?
I truly believe that we can reinvent Fridays. With that being said, in the future I will definitely organize more Social Friday events and try to spread the message across the globe.
