Did You Know? Stell of SB19 Is a Co-Founder of This Gym
The P-pop star enters the fitness business alongside Mac Igarta and coaches Bern and Michelle Llanes.
by Kyla Villena
Published on Oct 2, 2026
Stell Ajero is a passionate performer known as the “heavenly voice” of SB19. Beyond the stage, he has also found a love for taking care of his health and physique through a mix of cardiovascular and strength training. Earlier this year, Preview chatted with Stell’s trusted coach, Bern Llanes, to learn the exact routine that helps him keep up with the physical demands of his job.
The P-pop star’s passion for fitness has even extended outside his own routine. Just this September, Stell joined Bern and other business partners as co-founders of a new gym.
SB19 Stell Is Now a Gym Owner
Bern is a coach at Driven Performance Training, where he often trains the SB19 member. The gym opened an updated facility on September 20, with Stell now serving as a co-founder alongside makeup artist Mac Igarta and coach Michelle Llanes. With the gym’s community growing, they found that it was the right time to expand.
“I feel like, all my life, I've been performing, stepping on the stage—doing things I like,” Stell tells GMA. “Last year, I found a new love to do, which is doing workouts. At first, I thought it was just a hobby until it became a passion. And I think it's something that will become a lifelong lifestyle for me.” He also expressed how thankful he is to have found business partners who can guide him both in business and in life.
Despite having a bigger space, Driven Performance Training is not open to the public. Instead, it employs a private coaching setup to keep the experience personal and intimate. Those interested can apply for a discovery call to see if they’re a good fit with their coach, with openings announced through the gym’s social media pages. Slots are already filled through October, but those interested can sign up for the waitlist.
A specialty coffee shop welcomes guests at the front, before they enter the workout area, which is filled with standard equipment. Recovery and shower rooms are also available at the facility.
Driven Performance Training is located at 1148 E. Rodriguez Sr. Avenue, Mariana, Quezon City.
Kyla Villena loves a good lip gloss and a trip to the art gallery. She is Preview's beauty girl, who doubles as a self-proclaimed motivational speaker.