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M A N A G E M E N T C O M M I T T E E
PRESIDENT
Chua Hoe SingKey Administration
VICE-PRESIDENT
Gary OonFood & Beverage
Social
HON. TREASURER
Gerad LooFinance
Swimming
Joyce Chan
Lifestyle
Samuel ChongMarketing Communications
Vice-Chair, Membership
David Chung
Jackpot
Michael HoProcurement
William Lum
Development (DC 612)
Simon Ong
Sports
Gope RamchandMembershipLegal & Rules
Jonathan Wang
Mediation
Wee Keng PakFacilities
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Heart-ware, hardware & software
O n 10 April 1989, a young lady strode, with a mixture of apprehension and anticipation, into the Club. It was her fi rst day of work, hence the butterfl ies in her stomach. With aspirations to embark on a career in the service industry, she had successfully applied for a junior position with F&B in SSC.
That was Agnes Chew’s fi rst day with us in the Club. Over the years, with her good work ethic and warm service, Agnes rose through the ranks and currently, she is our Manager at The Palms.
Some of you may already know Agnes. She has been serving the Club faithfully for many years. 25 years, or a quarter-of-a-century, to be exact. What makes this all the more noteworthy and commendable, is that this has been Agnes’ fi rst job till now.
Agnes is what you may term, the “heart-ware” of the Club, serving members from the heart and exemplifying the service-ethic of our staff in the club, where the people make the difference. Agnes is a most-deserved recipient of SSC’s Long Service Award. We will present the award to her, together with other long-service staff, like Anwari Annoor and Tan Im Im, at this year’s SSC Annual Staff Dinner & Dance.
The Club has undergone many major renovations and refurbishments over the years. We have just celebrated the grand reopening of The Cabana in late September, and we plan to open the Deli Cabana in the middle of October. So SSC also has the “hardware”, meaning we have a very good set of infrastructure and state-of-the-art facilities, ready to be used and fully enjoyed by members.
But as you know, hardware needs to be complemented by software. Without software, an expensive hardware system is just an “empty shell”, devoid of life and is futile. To illustrate, what’s a spanking ballroom without a dance party? Or a newly opened Cabana without activities like the Oktoberfest?
Hence, we have rolled out many interesting activities
(ie. the “software”) for our members. In September alone, we have organised the Social Dance Night, Bollywood Night, Mid-Autumn Festival, to name a few. Response has been good. But we would like more participation from members. By doing so, not only do we get to enjoy ourselves, we will also get to know new members, catch up with old friends and build camaraderie among ourselves in the Club. After all, that was the original intention of our founding members – to have a Club where we can enjoy fraternal bonhomie and feel completely at home.
On the swimming front, Malcolm Low, Chloe Wang and Chantal Liew, have done us proud at the Singapore National Swimming Championships, by bagging several medals.
Sports is able to build character, sharpen mental focus and develop soft skills, such as leadership and team-work. Hence, I am delighted that members are encouraging their children to participate in the Club’s various range of swimming and sporting activities.
On a fi nal note, I would like to once again express our deep appreciation to our long-service staff. They are indeed the backbone of this Club. I wish our colleagues at SSC a very enjoyable Dinner & Dance.
Chua Hoe SingPresident
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MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS
SUB-COMMITTEE
Samuel Chong, Chairman
Ng Loke Koon
Edwin Lim
EDITORIAL TEAM
Patrick Wong
Ling B.P
Lim Wee Siang
ADVERTISING ENQUIRIES
Patrick Wong - 63423 722
CIRCULATION
Kajal Parikh - 63423 712
MCI (P) 171/08/2014
1 President’s Message
3 General Manager’s Message
4 Membership News
5 Notice Board
6 Members’ Feedback
EVENT REVIEWS
7 Thank you & Welcome Dinner
9 Lantern Making Workshop
Weekend Cabana Show
10 National Day Celebration Carnival
12 Mid-Autumn Festival
14 Visit to Eunos CareHut
15 Swimming
20 Sports
GETTING TO KNOW YOU
24 to 26 Interviews with Ethan Lim, Chloe Wang
and Coach Yuan Zao Yu
27 Giving 25 years of Great Service
F&B
28 F&B Promotions
KIDZ CLUB
32 Kidz Page
UPCOMING EVENTS
34 Social
36 Fitness Classes
38 Sports
39 Calendar of Events
40 Club Directory
CONTENTSOctober / November 2014
Interviews with Ethan Limand Chloe Wang
31st Tennis Open Championship
31stststs Tennis Open Championship
TTTT
Mid-Autumn Festival
Singapore Swim Stars
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p25
p20
p19
Thank you & Welcome Dinner
p7
National Day Celebration Carnival
p10
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The mistakes we make
We all make mistakes. Some mistakes are salvageable and can be forgiven, while others are funny and unforgettable. A man on his business trip had just arrived at his destination. Enthralled by the city’s exciting night life, he text his wife: “I am having a wonderful time. Wish you were her.” He missed the letter “e” in “here”. He learned too late, on his return, how a missing letter to a word can be so devastating, as he tucked into his sleeping bag in the living room for the night, until his wife was convinced with his explanation.
In our last issue of Splash, some of you had spotted the mistakes we made, and brought it to our attention. We thank you for that. It is heartening to know that we do have an audience, eager to read what we write. And yes, we learn too how we should never let our guard down, even when doing something we are very familiar with. While some of you may have chuckled over those seemingly silly and careless mistakes, the editorial team takes responsibility and we apologise for that. As the great playwright George Bernard Shaw said “Success does not consist in never making mistakes but in never making the same one a second time”. We shall learn from our mistakes and endeavour not to repeat them.
Sometimes, we make mistakes, because we are complacent. Other times, we make mistakes, simply because we do not know they were mistakes in the fi rst place. A member recently attempted to book the use of a facility using another member’s account. Our staff was chided by this member, when he sought to verify her membership card. The member also refused to allow our staff to seek verifi cation with the actual account holder whom she attempted to use for the booking. The member insisted that this had been done in the past and she had never encountered any objections or problems in doing this. Well, if it did happen in the past as what this member claimed, then it is a mistake that should never had happened. And to fall back on past mistakes not
GENERAL MANAGER’S MESSAGE
Inderpal Singh Sethi, Manager, Security /
PDPA & Fire Safety
Dorinn Chin, Manager, Social & Lifestyle
Hoo Kok Seng, Manager, Jackpot
Ruhana Bte Lutan, Asst Manager, Membership
Arunasalam Rajan, Asst Manager, Sports
Simon Chia, Assistant Director,
Human Resource
Moses Hoan, Assistant Director,
Leasing, Facilities & Project Management
Patsy Seet, Senior Manager,
Secretariat, MC
Yuan ZaoYu, Head Coach, Swimming
Alfred Poon, General Manager
Jennifer Wee, Financial Controller
Lily Tan, Director, Operations
Danny Koo, Director, F&B
Patrick Wong, Director,
Member Experience
C L U B M A N A G E M E N T
rectifi ed, as justifi cation to perpetuate the same mistake, is certainly not acceptable.
The need to show your membership card is a common practice. This protects your interests and privileges. Sadly, there are members who do not carry their membership cards, and this could very well lead to complications when making transactions, and in some cases, even compromise our security.
Very often, when our staff ask for the membership card at the point of transaction, some members wave that request away and insist the staff charge the amount to the account number they give verbally. This can easily lead to abuse of the system. Or an innocent mistake on the member’s recollection of his account number could lead to another member’s account being charged. Hence, the onus is on the member to present their membership card at the point of transaction, as this is a fundamental requirement. Members, should also in their own interest, treat all transactions in the Club like they would with any transactions outside, where they would cross-check the items and amount before signing the chit. We seek members’ understanding and cooperation to observe the Club Rules and Bye-Laws and do what members of premier clubs do – carry your membership card with you whenever you visit the Club. Show it with aplomb as you relish the privilege of being an exclusive member of the Singapore Swimming Club.
Alfred PoonGeneral Manager
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Club Rule 5c – Life Member(i) An Ordinary or Lady Member who is a member of the
Club before 1st January 2010 and has paid full resident subscriptions for a total period of not less than twenty
years, and having attained the age of 60 years or more may, on application and upon payment of a lump sum of 24 months’ subscriptions, be granted a Life Membership.
(ii) An Ordinary or Lady Member who is a member of the Club before 1st January 2010 and has paid full resident subscriptions for a total period of not less than twenty-fi ve years, and having attained the age of 60 years or more may, on application and upon payment of a lump sum of 12 months’ subscription, be granted a Life Membership.
You can obtain the Life Membership Form from Front Desk Reception. For more information, please contact our Senior Membership Services Offi cer, Ms Sumiatun
at 63423 621.
Updating membership databaseIf there are any changes in your membership particulars (address, contact numbers, marriage status, etc) kindly email to [email protected].
Register your marriagePlease be reminded that under Club Rules, members are required to register their marriage with the Club. Members who register their spouses within six months from the date of marriage (i.e. the ROM date) are entitled to a 50% discount off the prevailing spouse entrance fee. Backdated subscriptions and surcharge of up to 100 percent will apply if application is submitted after the 6-month grace period. For more information, please call our Membership Offi cer Nurhidayah at 63423 648.
BankruptcyIn the event that a Member is made a bankrupt or enters into a voluntary arrangement with his creditors under the Bankruptcy Act, he shall inform the Club within 30 days.
For more information, please contact our Senior Membership Services Offi cer Ms Sumiatun at 63423 621.
Proxy authorisation for junior
members’ guestMembers are able to sign in their Junior Members’ friends as guests through a Proxy Authorisation Form. This form can be sent by mail or via fax to the Club so that you will not have to be physically present to sign in the guests of your Junior Members. You can obtain the Proxy Form from Front Desk Reception. For more information, please call our Membership Offi cer Ms
Nuraini at 6342 3625.
Default in paymentMembers are advised to settle Club dues on time to avoid suspension and incurring extra charges. In accordance with Club Rule 20, a member who defaults on payment due shall cease to be a member of the Club. Reinstatement of membership will require settlement of all outstanding dues and payment of penalty charges. Furthermore, such members are required to furnish a written statement to explain their case and to request for reinstatement, which will be considered on a case-to-case basis.
Absent memberMembers who plan to reside overseas for a period of more than six (6) months may apply for Absent Membership privileges.
We welcome the following New
Ordinary Members ...
Mr & Mrs Deepak Kumar Shantilal SingapuriMr & Mrs Piyushkumar Dhansukhlal SingapuriMr & Mrs Vipul AgarwalMiss Dhavina Haresh SharmaMr & Mrs Kowshik Bhushan KishoreMr & Mrs Lee Shin ThongMr Lim Huai Hao HowardMr & Mrs Ng Eng TiongMr & Mrs Chandramouliswaran DharmarajanMr & Mrs Christopher Goh Su SuanMr & Mrs Benjamin Goh Su LimMr & Mrs Goyanka Rohit JugalkishorMr & Mrs Yeoh Ban Aik PeterMr & Mrs Ho Long ShiuanMr & Mrs Koh Ngee Lim
Mr & Mrs Arun Keshav CavaleMr & Mrs Dheeraj Deepak MahtaniMr & Mrs Karthikeyan SathyamoorthyMs Doreen Poh Chui Hoon
... and Individual Term Members
Mr & Mrs Ferrarone Christopher EamonMr & Mrs Smith Francis Andrew
... and bid Farewell to the
following Members
Ms Law JennyMr Seow Khoy Fen GeorgeMs Kwek Siew Wah ChristinaMr Teo Hwei Ming JustinMiss Kuik Xiao-Shi (Guo Xiaoshi)Miss Kuik Shiao-YinMs Yeo Geok Sah AngelaMiss Kwok Pei Ming Wynnie
Mr Lau Kah Wai TerenceMs Anthony Kathleen TeresaMr & Mrs Anastasio MarceloMiss Neelam Arjandas MulchandMr & Mrs Goh Ser Siang DesmondMr & Mrs Loh Keat YewMr & Mrs Fernando Errol DrydenMiss Nai Su-Lin MichelleMr Nai Soo Kuang AndrewMr Hsu Wei Phing HowardMr Hsu Wei Han HaroldMr Teo Teck Jeng DarrenMr Teo Teck Cheng JanMr & Mrs George Goh Wei MingMr & Mrs Lim Eng Lee EdwinMiss Sim Gek Lee MaybelleMr Tan Wei Liang WilliamMr Li MingzheMr Li MinglunMr Lee Chee Pin
MEMBERSHIP NEWS
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JULY
Date Amount($) Machine Name (M#)
20 Jul 5,206 Double Dragon 23
27 Jul 2,444 Justice Bao 10
27 Jul 2,269 Water Margin 8
2 Jul 1,620 Cheeky Monkey 28
11 Jul 1,463 Return of the Samurai 22
24 Jul 1,421 Golden Panda 35
13 Jul 1,418 Qin Shi Huang 3
9 Jul 1,410 Wolf Territory 6
3 Jul 1,406 Golden Panda 5
4 Jul 1,400 5 Dragon 2
AUGUST
Date Amount($) Machine Name (M#)
8 Aug 10,030 Hooray For Honeywood 27
20 Aug 9,799 Cheeky Monkey 29
1 Aug 5,260 The Lotus Prince 17
2 Aug 3,496 Cheeky Monkey 19
8 Aug 2,414 Golden Panda 35
28 Aug 2,124 Rich Craft 19
17 Aug 2,070 Cheeky Monkey 29
15 Aug 2,000 Qin Shi Huang 3
6 Aug 1,877 Rich Craft 19
26 Aug 1,750 Dolphin Fun 12
NOTICE BOARD
Floor space for lease at theNorth WingL ooking for a suitable venue to start a retail business or to open a food and beverage outlet? We have the ideal place for you.
The premise has a fl oor area of approximately 1,329 square feet, on the second level at the North Wing. It is spacious and has a scenic view of the swimming pool.
For more information on leasing, please call Moses Hoan at 63423 673 or email [email protected].
Club Rules & Bye Laws
Your may download your copy from ourwebsite: www.sswimclub.org.sg
Erratum
I n the “Club News” Sub-Committee & Ad hoc-Committee 2014/2015 list, which appeared on page 6 of the August/September 2014 Splash issue, the name “Anthony Hoe”, was wrongly included as a member of the Social Sub-Committee. We apologise to Mr Hoe and the Social Sub-Committee for the error.
Club Closure for Staff D&D
T he Club will be closed from 3pm onwards on
3 November 2014 for the Annual Staff Dinner & Dance.
No Green Fee!
We are pleased to inform members that our reciprocal club in Australia, Mornington Golf Club, has extended the benefi t of “no green fee” to our members with immediate effect. Should you be visiting Victoria, Australia this holiday season, and wish to have a round of golf, do approach the front desk reception to pick up your reciprocal card. Please be reminded to present your membership card, together with the reciprocal card, when you visit the Mornington Golf Club. G-day!
Notice of Extra-Ordinary General
Meeting
An Extra-Ordinary General Meeting (EOGM) will be held on Sunday, 19 October 2014, from 1.30pm to 4pm, at the Club’s Grand Ballroom. The agenda of the EOGM is to approve the Capital Expenditure Budget for the period20 October 2014 to 31 May 2015.
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EVENT REVIEW
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T he Club hosted the Thank You & Welcome Dinner on 1 August, in appreciation of the service rendered by Term 2013/14 outgoing members of the Management Committee, Sub-Committees, Ad hoc Committees, Panels and Volunteers; and to introduce the New Members for Term 2014/15.
The Dinner was well attended by more than 120 members. A few former Presidents and previous Vice-Presidents, who were in town, also graced the evening. As everyone tucked into the sumptuous buffet, the smooth vocals and witty chatter by Emcee Dazzling and harmonious multi-racial guzheng performance by Faizal, provided much entertainment to the diners.
Development (DC 612) Chairman, William Lum, was pleasantly surprised when we wheeled out a cake and sang him a birthday song.
Club President Chua Hoe Sing expressed his appreciation to members, for coming forward to serve and warmly welcomed the new members. The Club had gone through many milestones to arrive at where we are today, due to the passionate service and dedicated efforts by members, who sacrifi ced much of their time. President Chua presented outgoing members with a token of appreciation and a certifi cate for their term of service.
Thank You & Welcome Dinner: 1 August
Appreciating past efforts andlooking to the futureby PATSY SEET
A surprise birthday celebration for William Lum.
Term 2014/15 Management Committee (L-R): Wee Keng Pak, Jonathan Wang, William Lum, David Chung, Gary Oon, Chua Hoe Sing, Gerad Loo,
Samuel Chong, Michael Ho, Simon Ong and Gope Ramchand. (Not in photo: Joyce Chan)
Left: Multi-racial guzheng
performance by Faizal.
A D V E R T I S E M E N T
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REVIEWS ~ SOCIAL
L anterns come in all shapes and sizes, from the traditional paper lanterns to infl atable electric versions, in a myriad of cartoon characters. As the Mid-Autumn festival was around the corner, we thought why not teach children how to do up their very own one-of-a-kind lantern, instead of buying them off the shelves?
Magic Art introduced to us apopular USA-made 100% bio-degradable natural corn starch material, which comes in multiple colours. When moistened gently with water, these Styrofoam-like bullets attach easily to each other to form shapes of varying sizes.
The children enjoyed themselves using their creative juices, to create endless possibilities for their lanterns. To me, it was a refreshing change from seeing children otherwise engrossed in their electronic gadgets!
Do take note of the upcoming kiddie handicraft workshops. Email [email protected] to fi nd out more.
Lantern Making Workshop: 30 August
Creative juices at their peakby DORINN CHIN
I f you enjoy magic shows, you are in for a real treat.Let Mr Bottle enthral you with his mesmerising magic,
every Saturday and Sunday at the Cabana.Since Cabana reopened, Mr Bottle has been thrilling
children and the young-at-heart with his magical performances.
Highly interactive and interspersed with a dose of humour, the magic shows had children participating excitedly onstage.
Do drop by to see Mr Bottle’s alter ego, Professor Messy, who will educate and entertain with his science cum magic performances (every Saturday and Sunday, from 7pm to 8.30pm).
Weekend Cabana Show: Every Saturday & Sunday
The magical Mr Bottleby DORINN CHIN
Children mesmerised into the world of magic with Mr Bottle .
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T he Club was fi lled with red and white, as members dressed themselves in our national colours with pride. Yes, it’s that all-too-familiar feeling – it’s time to celebrate our Nation’s 49th Birthday!
Both children and adults were entertained with performances at the Cabana stage. Willie the street juggler mesmerised children with his smooth diablo juggling act and Yo-Yo tricks. Mr Egg brought back the magic of ventriloquism with his puppet, Lucky the Dog, which had the children giggling in stitches. Marvel Superhero Iron Man was another hit, with many queuing up for a photo-taking opportunity.
What’s a celebration without food? Members were treated with crowd-favourites, like churros, ice cream and popcorn. The game stalls proved very popular, especially the “Throw Cans” and “Can Toss” booths, where good hand-eye coordination is required!
At sunset, members sat back to relax in front of the big screen to watch the live telecast of the National Day Parade at Marina Bay. It was a great day and a great way to celebrate Singapore’s 49th Birthday.
National Day Celebration Carnival: 9 August
Our people. Our home! by MOHD NAZRI
REVIEWS ~ SOCIAL
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REVIEWS ~ SOCIAL
Mid-Autumn Festival: 6 September
In the light of the moonby JULIET SEAH
Members and guests came early to join us for our Mid-Autumn Festival celebration. Stage activities, especially the magic show, games and the “The Legendary Bosco Fire Show”, was the hit of the evening! Booths such as Spin the Wheel, Hook It, Space Ball and Mooncake Making, were also very well-received. On top of this, our lantern sales were way above expectations.
To mark off the celebrations, complimentary bags of popcorns were given away to members and guests, for every carnival coupon purchased. During our lucky draw segment, three lucky winners walked off with a box of mouth-watering mooncakes each.
The moonlit night ended off with the Chang Er lantern procession, around the Club. It was defi nitely a pleasant and fun fi lled evening for all!
Mid-Autumn Festival: 6 Se
In the light oby JULIET SEAH
Members and guests camecelebration. Stage activities,Legendary Bosco Fire Show”the Wheel, Hook It, Space Breceived. On top of this, our
To mark off the celebratioaway to members and guesour lucky draw segment, threwatering mooncakes each.
The moonlit night ended othe Club. It was defi nitely a p
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REVIEWS ~ SOCIAL
Visit to Eunos CareHut: 10 September
Reaching out with societyby DORINN CHIN
T he Social Department event executives spent a meaningful and fulfi lling afternoon at Eunos CareHut with 28 children, aged 7 to 11. It’s the September school holidays and the children were brimming with anticipation, as we rolled in with our cartons of Perler beads, peg boards and equipment. After a brief introduction, the children started enthusiastically on the task ahead: making Christmas themed ornaments. Ms Joyce Chan, our Lifestyle Chairlady, brought help, in the form of her seven-year old son along as well. We were grateful for the extra pair of hands, as the children picked up the technique faster than we thought, and we were soon swarmed with peg boards waiting to be ironed and sealed.
The children were able to select and keep an ornament of their choice as long as they submit one Christmas themed ornament. Some were eager to help, producing as many as seven pieces in the short time frame. The evening ended in a boisterous game of Dog’N’Bone (amidst delighted squeals), and we gave out goodie bags of cookies, candies and stationery to all the children for their participation.
Do something warm and meaningful this upcoming festive season, as we lend a hand to children from less than privileged backgrounds. These handmade Christmas tree ornaments will be launched on 22 November, Saturday at our annual Christmas Light-Up, and will be up for sale in the Club for the month of December leading up to Christmas Eve. With every purchase of a handmade beads art ornament, you will receive a card where you can pen your wishes and have it placed on our tree. All proceeds will be donated to Care Community Services Society, to help fund their children services.
*CareHuts are school-based student care
centres that provide affordable after-school
care for children from low-income and single
parent families. These children are often
left without a caregiver after school as their
parents need to work and are unable to afford
high student care fees. CareHuts provide a
wholesome environment so that they do not
fall prey to street gangs and other undesirable
infl uences.
ht or
we and
oice as ager to
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REVIEWS ~ SOCIAL/SWIMMING
Singapore National Swimming Championships:2 & 3 August
Making wavesby CONDREY LIU
T he Singapore National Swimming Championships (Short Course Meters) was held in OCBC Aquatic Centre on 2 and 3 August. This was a selection meet for the FINA World Cup Series held towards the end of the year.
Singapore Swimming Club had 11 representatives at this two-day event. Of the total number of 41 swims, 29 were new personal best times, amounting to a respectable 71% fi gure. The meet was organised in a heats and fi nals format. Out of 11 swimmers, 9 made it to the evening’s fi nals.
Malcolm Low struck gold in the Men 200m Backstroke event, breaking the record. He won silver medals in the 200 and 400m Individual Medley. Chloe Wang won two silver medals in the Women 400 and 800m freestyle. Chantal Liew won 5 bronze medals in the Women 400 and 800m freestyle, 50, 100 and 200m backstroke.
Our other representatives were Melissa Chan, Ashley Khoo, Dana Leong, Ethan Lim, Alicia Sim, Brandon Tan, Nadine Staes-Polet and Kathlyn Yeo.
Congratulations to all our swimmers who performed admirably, as it is never an easy task to compete at the National Level!
L-R: Chloe Wang, Rachel Tseng and Chantal Liew.
Image Source: VOXSPORT
L-R: Francis Fang, Malcolm Low and Kevin Ong.
Every Wednesday, 10.30am
The finer points of Chinese brush paintingby JULIET SEAH
I n celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival, our renowned ChineseBrush Painting artist, founder member and president of the Singapore Life Art Society, Mr Tan Khim Ser, demonstrated his refi ned painting techniques, in line with the theme of “traditional mooncakes”.
Members and guests gathered around and exchanged pointers on the fi ner techniques of Chinese BrushPainting. We like to take this oppor-tunity to thank our members and guests, for their continual support to our Chinese Brush Painting class!
If you are interested to learn more about traditional Chinese Brush Painting, do join us at the Grand Ballroom Pre-Function Area, every Wednesday at 10am!
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T he largest club swimming event of the year, the 115th
Open Swimming Championships, was held on 27, 29 & 30 August. Opened to all members, this meet offered open category events, where swimmers would compete against others regardless of age groups.
Swimmers who competed in the competition represented either the President’s team or the Vice President’s team, to score points for the Challenge Trophy.
Due to bad weather, some of the events planned for Friday had to be postponed to Saturday. However, our swimmers took things in their stride and continued to produce excellent results.
As part of tradition, there was a parent and child relay which was highly anticipated. The bronze medal went to Lee Jin Rae and his father, with Elliot Lim and his father taking the silver medal. The gold medal was deservedly won by young Aaron Choo and his father.
The team relays were the last events to be swum. At that point, the team scores between the President and Vice President teams were extremely close, well within a hundred points of each other. With the relays carrying
115th Open Swimming Championships: 27, 29 & 30 August
The highly anticipated parent and child relayby CONDREY LIU
Men’s 40 years & above 50m freestyle L-R: Lim Shyong Piau (Gold)
and Lim See Lim (Bronze). Gold Rush! Swimmers searching for “gold” in the pool.
double points, the team which won the relays would win the Challenge Trophy.
64 swimmers participated in the team relays. In the end, swimmers representing the Vice President’s team won both the freestyle and medley relays, thereby winning the Challenge Trophy.
REVIEWS ~ SWIMMING
Above: Medallists for Parent / Child Relay.
L-R Back Row: Lim See Lim, Adrian Choo and Edwin Lee.
L-R Front Row: Elliot Lim, Aaron Choo and Lee Jin Rae.
Medallists for Men’s 100m butterfl y L-R: Bryan Chong, Christopher
Cheong and Michael Lee.Cheong and Michael Lee.
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Below: Vice President
Team (Brandon Tan and
Melissa Chan) winning this
year’s Challenge Trophy.
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REVIEWS ~ SWIMMING
70th Midget Meet: 26 July
Competition heats up for slots inOpen Invitational Midget Meetby CONDREY LIU
T he 70th Midget Meet was held at SSC on 26 July. This meet is the second selection round for swimmers who are aiming to participate in the Open Invitational Midget Meet on 13 & 14 September.
Being a selection meet, the swimmers were all extremely motivated and raring to go. 87 of our young swimmers aged between 6 to 9 years participated in the meet. Out of 293 swims, 179 of them were new personal bests.
In the boys’ 6 years and under category, Michael Lim won three gold medals in 25m butterfl y, 25m backstroke and 25m freestyle. The gold medal in 25m breaststroke went to Ang Qi Wei. In the girls’ 6 years and under category, Jade Ko won the 25m butterfl y in record timing. She won the 25m breaststroke as well. Julia Taguchi won the 25m freestyle event and Claire Tay won the 25m backstroke event.
In the boys’ 7 years age group, Marcus Choo won three events in record time – the 25m backstroke, 25m breaststroke and 25m freestyle. The 25m butterfl y was won by Rahul Shah. In the corresponding girls’ events, Adrina Choo won the 25m butterfl y and 25m backstroke. Isabelle Chia won the 25m breaststroke and Amanda Ng won the 25m freestyle.
In the boys’ 8 years age group, Marcus Ong took gold medals in three events – the 25m butterfl y, 25m backstroke and 25m freestyle. Jayden Ko won the 25m breaststroke event. 8 year old Nadia Leanne Koh dominated the event by grabbing all four gold medals for her age groups.
In the 9 years age groups, Jadon Yoong and Ashley Lim too won all four gold medals that were available. Jadon broke the records in three events, namely the 25m butterfl y, 25m backstroke and 25m breaststroke. Ashley Lim broke records in the 25m backstroke and 25m breaststroke.
With the selection meet completed, the coaches will now nominate the swimmers who will represent Singapore Swimming Club in the Open Invitational Midget Meet in September.
Congratulations to all winners and all the best to those selected for the upcoming meet.
L-R: Mirza Hameed, Jadon Yoong and
Teo Yi Hong.
L-R: Marcus Lim, Marcus Ong and Isaac Low.
Below L-R: Amelia Ng, Nadia Koh and Kaitlyn Ee.
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REVIEWS ~ SWIMMING
T he Inaugural Singapore Swim Stars event was held over three days in Singapore. More than 30 of the current Olympic and world swimming champions graced our shores in this star studded line-up.
The event started on 5 September, Friday, with the Swim Stars Showdown held at the OCBC Aquatic Centre. The showdown was a swimming meet where the international athletes competed against each other in the pool. Singapore Swimming Club had three swimmers competing against the world’s best.
Christopher Cheong competed in the 100m breaststroke, swimming alongside world record holder Cameron van der Burgh of South Africa. Chantal Liew competed in the women 100m backstroke and Malcolm Low competed in the men 100m backstroke. This was a once-in-a lifetime experience for our swimmers.
On 6 September, the stars branched out to various locations across the island to conduct swim clinics for young swimmers. Singapore Swimming Club played hosts to three of the stars: Anthony Ervin, Ruta Meilutyte and Liam Tancock.
Anthony Ervin is an American international swimmer, who has won two Olympic medals and two World Championship golds.
Ruta Meilutyte is a 17 year old Lithuanian swimmer, Olympic gold medallist, and the current world record holder in the 50 and 100m breaststroke (long course).
Liam Tancock is an English backstroke swimmer, specialising in the 50m and 100m events. He holds the world record in the 50m backstroke, is a three-time world champion and a fi ve-time Commonwealth Games gold medallist.
These stars conducted a 2-hour clinic at the Club, giving the young swimmers tips and sharing with them new drills that could be used during training.
At the end of the clinic, fi ve of our swimmers were given the chance to swim in relays with the stars, against swimmers who participated in other clinics.
Ethan Lim swam in the 4 x 50m freestyle relay. Christian Low, Sarah Yip, Lauren Chew and Rae Low swam with the stars in the 500m freestyle relay. All fi ve swimmers had the rare chance of swimming together with the stars in the same relay team, and managing to win a medal against the swimmers-and-stars relay team from the other clinics. What a wonderful moment it must have felt for our swimmers!
The stars were fantastic motivators for our young swimmers. It was an unforgettable experience for all.
Singapore Swim Stars: 5 – 7 September
Swimming withthe starsby CONDREY LIU
Back Row L-R: Coach Yuan Zao Yu, Ruta Meilutyte, Anthony Ervin, Liam Tancock and Ethan Lim.
Front Row L-R: Christian Low, Claris Lai, Lauren Chew, Ashley Lim, Rae Low and Sarah Yip. (Not in
photo: Abbigael Cloney)
Anthony Ervin giving pointers to a captive audience.
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REVIEWS ~ SPORTS
No one could fault the weather or the ground conditions that day. Everything seemed pitch perfect as 72 of our players teed off in the SSC Annual Golf Championship cum Golf Section Party at Laguna National Golf & Country Club.
This Championship was played on Stroke-Play format with Men’s A Division [HCP: 0 to 17.9], Men’s B Division [HCP: 18 to 24] and Ladies’ Division [HCP: 0 to 36] competing for the attractive prizes. Back in the SSC Ballroom after the tournament, the golfers were treated to a sumptuous buffet dinner.
Annual Golf Championship cum Golf Section Party: 27 August
Pitch perfect weather and skillsby RAHMAT SUKIMAN
Men’s A Division Winner:
Ee Chye Hock.
Overall Champion:
Raymond Tan.
Men’s B Division Winner:
Eric Tor.
Ladies’ Division Winner:
Natasha Seet.
RESULTS
OVERALL CHAMPION: Raymond Tan(9.3) 78 Best Gross
Men’s A Division
CHAMPION: Ee Chye Hock (16.9) 64 Nett
1ST RUNNER UP: Kevin Yeow (15.1) 67 Nett
2ND RUNNER UP: Scott Lim (9.6) 70 Nett
Men’s B Division
CHAMPION: Eric Tor (24.0) 63 Nett
1ST RUNNER UP: Robin Ng (19.9) 64 Nett
2ND RUNNER UP: Chong Jiun Ching (20.1) 66 Nett
Ladies’ Division
CHAMPION: Natasha Seet (27.8) 65 Nett
1ST RUNNER UP: Lau Kit Wan (22.2) 67 Nett
2ND RUNNER UP: Mary Ang (26.9) 71 Nett
T his year’s championship attracted a total of 32 participants, of which 10 were ladies. In the Men’s Singles, it was again Nicholas Kong, who won the championship title for the 3rd time, with him beating his opponent Gopalakrishnan, with a score of 6-2, 4-7, 7-5. The Men’s & Ladies Doubles were played in round-robin format with 6 and 5 pairs respectively. It was the pair of Wayne Cheng / Liew Wen Hsiung and Shirley Kong / Elsie Chia, who beat their opponents to take the Men’s & Ladies’ Doubles championship title. Our Sports Chairman, Simon Ong and Tennis Convenor, Wayne Cheng, presented the prizes, trophies and souvenirs to the winners.
31st Tennis Open Championship: 16-30 August
Nicholas wins againby TABBY SIM
Men’s Singles Champion:
Nicholas Kong.
Ladies’ Doubles Champion:
Shirley Kong and Elsie Chia.
Men’s Doubles Champion:
Wayne Cheng and Liew Wen Hsiung.
RESULTS
Men’s Singles
CHAMPION: Nicholas Kong
RUNNER UP: Gopalakrishnan
SEMI FINALIST: Anirudh Kompella / Lim Kong Wee
Men’s Doubles
CHAMPION: Wayne Cheng / Liew Wen Hsiung
1ST RUNNER UP: Andy Zee / Nicholas Kong
2ND RUNNER UP: Chris Ng / Haralaka Neeraj
Ladies’ Doubles
CHAMPION: Shirley Kong / Elsie Chia
1ST RUNNER UP: Sabine Hauser / Debbie Tan
2ND RUNNER UP: Judy Ong / Jackie Chia
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REVIEWS ~ SPORTS
F ourty-three golfers took part in this event, held on Wednesday, 23 July at the National Service Resort & Country Club. Teeing-off at 1.00pm, the format of play was System 36, Stableford.
After the game, a buffet dinner cum Prize Presentation Ceremony was held at the Cockpit Room. Our golfers were treated to a wide spread of delectable fare and a lucky draw. Golf convenor, Larree Chong, presented the prizes to the winners.
T his year’s Squash Open Championship, held from 16 to 23 August, attracted a total of 13 participants. Competition was very keen as players battled it out in court.
Defending Champion, Chew Kok Keene, clinched the title beating James Ang in a hard fought fi nal.
In the Plate event, Lim Khoon Huat
7th Golf Competition: 23 July
Teeing off…by RAHMAT SUKIMAN
Squash Open Championship: 16 - 23 August
Kok Keene retains title!by DANIEL NG
RESULTS
Men’s A Division
Champion: Raymond Tan(9.2/15) 38 Stableford Points (OCB)
1st Runner up: Larree Chong(16.1/19) 38 Stableford Points
2nd Runner up: Kenett Koh(15.5/22) 36 Stableford Points (OCB)
Men’s Division B
Champion: Tony Lee(19.0/17) 36 Stableford Points
1st Runner up: Soon Kok Kheng(19.2/22) 35 Stableford Points
2nd Runner up: Sim Huat Hoe(18.7/24) 34 Stableford Points
Ladies Division
Champion: Dr.Yvonne Soong(13.4/25) 32 Stableford Points
1st Runner up: Sabrina Thum(20.2/29) 31 Stableford Points
2nd Runner up: Natasha Seet(22.7/28) 28 Stableford Points
RESULTS
Main Event
CHAMPION: Chew Kok Keene
1ST RUNNER UP: James Ang
2ND RUNNER UP: Ong Eu-Gene
4TH POSITION: John Chang
Plate Event
CHAMPION: Lim Khoon Huat
1ST RUNNER UP: Jeremy Ching
2ND RUNNER UP: Chia Loy Hong
4TH POSITION: Charles Barton
Men’s A Division Winner:
Raymond Tan.
Men’s B Division Winner:
Tony Lee.
Ladies’ Division Winner:
Dr Yvonne Soong.
Main Event Winner:
Chew Kok Keene.
Plate Event Winner:
Lim Khoon Huat.
walked away with the champion title after another gruelling match with Jeremy Ching.
The Dinner & Prize Presentation Ceremony was held at the Jackson Miller Private Room with Squash Convenor, Charles Barton, giving away the prizes.
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The mixed doubles also saw an upset, as the defending champions Arun Cavale & Archana lost their fi nal match against their group rivals, Mosses Chua & Valerie Lim, in a rubber set 21-18/17-21/22-20.
In the Men’s 40 years veteran singles, Lim Yew Hong managed to clinch the Championship title against Lee Ah Ngo.
REVIEWS ~ SPORTS
I n the men’s 40 years veteran open doubles, Lee Ah Ngo & Robert Ng qualifi ed for the fi nals, after defeating the Group A league winner Leo Lau & Om Prakash. It was the same for Ng Kok Seong & Suanato Halim, who also qualifi ed for the fi nals after defeating Group B League winners Lim Yew Hong & Gary Oon. The fi nals ended in a rubber set, with Lee Ah Ngo & Robert Ng prevailing over the favourites, 18-21/21-15/21-15.
Badminton Open Championship: 12 August to 4 September
Favourites take a back seatby ARUN RAJAN
Men’s Veteran Doubles –
40 Years & Above Age Category
CHAMPION: Lee Ah Ngo / Robert Ng
RUNNER-UP: Ng Kok Seong / Susanto Halim
SEMI FINALIST: Lim Yew Hong / Gary Oon
SEMI FINALIST: Leo Lau / Om Prakash
RESULTS
Men’s Veteran Singles –
40 Years & Above
CHAMPION: Lim Yew Hong
RUNNER UP: Lee Ah Ngo
SEMI FINALIST: Terence Tea
SEMI FINALIST: Eugene Ang
Mixed Doubles
CHAMPION: Mosses Chua / Valerie Lim
RUNNER UP: Arun Cavale / Archana
SEMI FINALIST: Eugene Ang / Lee Hua Hoon
SEMI FINALIST: Dino Tan / Marion Yeo
L – R: Lim Yew Hong, Eugene Ang, Kevin Yeow, David Chua, Halim Susanto, Lee Hua Hoon, Susan Khoo, Belinda Tang, Lee Ah Ngo (Badminton
Convenor), Gary Oon (Vice-President), Natalie Sim, Simon Ong (Sports Chairman), Victor Sim, Vikash , Dion Koh, Robin Ng and Daniel Lim.
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REVIEWS ~ SPORTS
Annual 8-Ball Pool Championship: 14 – 16 July
Precision rules the dayby DANIEL NG
21st Table Tennis Open Championship:26 & 27 July
Worthy winnersby TABBY SIM
T his year’s championship attracted a total of 12 participants.
Held over three days, the competition heated up during the semi-fi nals, with Jarod Koh and Jasu Bajaj squaring up in the fi nals on Day 3. Perseverance and precision was the call of the day, as Jasu was crowned Champion, after a gruelling game.
In the 3rd place match, Dhivesh Dadlani mustered up all his skills and concentration to overcome Roland Wong. Billiards Convenor, Mr Prashant Chainaini, presented winners with the prizes.
S SC’s annual Table Tennis Open Championship, a 2-day event, is one of the major tournaments that attracts a good number of keen participants.
In the Men’s Singles event, Seth Han, the Defending Champion, prevailed against his opponents to meet Tommy Kow in the fi nal. It was a good fi ght, with the ultimate crown going to Seth. He did enough to retain the title with the score of 3-1. In the plate event fi nals, Shaun Yip and Sean Han squared up, with Sean winning in rubber sets of 3-2 scores.
The 4 pairs of Men’s Doubles and 4 pairs of Mixed Doubles played round-robin. In the Men’s Doubles event, the strong partnership of Sean Han and Seth Han won all the matches with ease to take the championship title. The Mixed Doubles title went to the mother and son team of Wong Han Ming and our Table Tennis convenor, Goh Ju Lin.
Our Sports Chairman, Mr Simon Ong, presented the trophies and prizes to the worthy winners.
RESULTS
CHAMPION: Jasu Bajaj
1ST RUNNER UP: Jarod Koh
2ND RUNNER UP: Dhivesh Dadlani
4TH POSITION: Roland Wong
MEN’S SINGLES
CHAMPION: Seth Han
RUNNER UP: Tommy Kow
SEMI-FINALISTS: Thomas Li / Wong Han Ming
MEN’S SINGLES – PLATE EVENT
CHAMPION: Sean Han
RUNNER UP: Shaun Yip
SEMI-FINALISTS: Ong Yong Hwee / Raymond Tan
RESULTS
MEN’S DOUBLES
CHAMPION: Sean Han / Seth Han
1ST RUNNER UP: Shaun Yip / Wong Han Ming
2ND RUNNER UP: Thomas Li / Ong Yong Hwee
MIXED DOUBLES
CHAMPION: Wong Han Ming / Goh Ju Lin
1ST RUNNER UP: Shaun Yip / Charissa Ho
2ND RUNNER UP: Thomas Li / Samantha Fong
L-R: Seth Han, Sean Han, Charissa Ho, Tommy Kow, Wong Han Ming, Ong Yong Hwee, Goh Ju Lin
(Table Tennis Convenor), Shaun Yip, Simon Ong (Sports Chairman) & Thomas Li.
L-R: Dhivesh Dadlani,
Jasu Bajaj, Prashant
Chainani (Billiards
Convenor) and Jarod Koh.
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Interview with Ethan Lim
Balancing school & training
S PLASH: You have participated in a regional
swimming competition at the tender age of 13. Is
there any peer pressure from this achievement?
EL: Yes, there has been some peer pressure. In the lead-up to the SEA Age, I have met many swimmers who train more often and harder than I do. Most of them are older, but there are younger swimmers too. These swimmers have been in the competitive swimming scene far longer than I have, since I only started in Primary 5. Hence, they are more experienced than I am. They set a high standard in training ethics and competition results, so in their company, I am pushed even harder in training to match their standards. I hope, in time, to equal or even surpass their results.
SPLASH: Your parents must be supportive of your
competitive swimming. How do they inspire you?
EL: My parents have supported me non-stop throughout my swimming career. If it weren’t for them, I wouldn’t be where I am today. Both my parents give me a lot of moral support to push on with training and avoid skipping sessions, while trying to keep up with school work. My father also drives me to the club for morning training and helps me to mind my nutritional requirements. I am inspired by their own work ethic, because on top of all this, and looking after my three other siblings, they both manage busy careers.
SPLASH: How often do you train? How do you juggle
your school work with training?
EL: I aim to train 9 times a week - twice on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and once on Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday. I get a rest day on Thursdays to let my body recover. Of course, with so much training it is tough to cope with school work, especially since I got into my dream school, Raffl es Institution. However, the need to balance training with school work has taught me valuable time management skills that enable me to make full use of what little time I do have. Inevitably, I’ve skipped training sessions when the school work load is too heavy, but my
GETTING TO KNOW YOU
Ethan Lim (right) receiving the Best Achievement Award for 2013.
Ethan Lim (centre) at the 114th SSC Open Swimming Championship.
parents are there to make sure I don’t do this too often.
SPLASH: Besides swimming, what other activities do
you do?
EL: When I was in primary school, I had fi ve other CCAs: tennis, chess, debates, scouts and a little bit of track and fi eld. I especially enjoyed scouting and would have loved to continue it. However, since starting secondary school, I have stopped all these activities to focus on training and school. What little free time I have now I try to spend playing with my adorable little sister.
Ethan Lim, aged 13, a competitive swimmer, has represented Singapore and SSC in the following swim events:
- 38th Southeast Asian Age Group Swimming Championships 2014 (won 1 Gold medal, 1 Silver)- 45th Singapore National Senior Age Group Swimming Championships 2014 (won 1 Silver)
Formerly an avid boy scout in primary school, Ethan enjoys spending time playing with his adorable little sister. He is currently studying in Raffl es Institution.
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Interview with Chloe Wang
The importance of team spirit
S PLASH: When did you start to swim and what aspire
you to go competitive in swimming?
CW: I started learning how to swim at the age of seven (Primary 1), and went into competitive swimming in Primary 2. What made me join competitive swimming was that before primary one, I accompanied my brother to the swimming pool almost every other day when he went for training sessions. From there, I was exposed to the swimming arena. So, instead of waiting and watching him swim for 2 hours, my mum signed me up for swimming lessons and from there, I picked up swimming and truly enjoyed it. Hence, I started taking part in competitions and went into competitive swimming a year later.
SPLASH: Who is the most infl uential person in your
life and why?
CW: Personally, I would say that there is no single individual who has been the ‘most’ infl uential person in my life as everyone has played an important role in my life be it my family, coaches or friends. Hence, I am grateful for every single one of them as they have supported and guided me in one way or another.
SPLASH: Competitive swimming has brought you to
a few countries. What do you observe in the different
cultures in these countries when they do sports? Are
there areas we can learn from one another?
CW: Having been to the three overseas FINA Legs in Moscow, Dubai and Doha last year, I have indeed noticed the difference in cultures in these countries when they participate in sports. The main observation I noticed, was how the countries and the swimmers participating were more supportive of one another, more so than in Singapore. For example, at these three legs, the viewing galleries were fi lled with supporters from the hosting countries. Even though the supporters may not be fans of
Chloe Wang, aged 16, another competitive swimmer, has represented Singapore and SSC in the following swim events:
- 37th Southeast Asian Age Group Swimming Championships 2013- FINA World Cup 2013 Middle East Leg (Moscow, Dubai, Doha)- FINA World Cup 2013 Singapore Leg- 38th Southeast Asian Age Group Swimming Championships 2014 (won 1 Bronze)- 45th Singapore National Senior Age Group Swimming Championships 2014 (won 5 Silver, 1 Bronze)
With her sights set on representing Singapore in the SEA Games, Chloe trains fi ve to six sessions every week. Chloe is currently studying at Raffl es Girls’ School.
swimming, yet they come down to the competition venue to support the swimmers from their country. Additionally, the swimmers from different countries participating would cheer for their team members competing, giving them their fullest support. I think that we should try to learn this team spirit from other countries, so that when we compete internationally, others would see us more as a team rather than an individual.
SPLASH: How often do you train and what is your
advice to other swimmers?
CW: I train fi ve to six sessions every week. My advice is: give your best during every training session, and there may be times that you don’t perform well during competitions, but never ever give up as you’ve tried your best, and do continue working hard for the next competition.
SPLASH: What is your next goal and what are your
plans to achieve it?
CW: Currently, my short term goal is to achieve better timing during every competition and my long term goal is to hopefully make it to the SEA Games. To achieve it, I will set targets for every competition and work towards it by training harder.
GETTING TO KNOW YOU
Chloe Wang receiving medals for the 45th Singapore National Age Group
(Seniors) Swimming Championships 2014.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOU
Interview with our Head Coach (Swimming), Yuan Zao Yu
No need to turn back the clockCoach Yuan graduated with a Bachelor’s of Education (Swimming) from the prestigious Beijing Sports University in 1988. She started as an assistant coach with National Swimming Team of China for four years, and later with Qingdao Sports School’s professional team as a senior coach for seven years. She relocated to Singapore and trained Chinese Swimming Club’s swimming team as a senior coach for 11 years before joining SSC in May 2010 as a high performance swimming coach. She was appointed as Head Coach in August 2012.
S PLASH: At what age did you start swimming as a
sport?
YZY: I started swimming at 8 years old.
SPLASH: You participated in numerous competitions
in swimming, before being a professional coach
yourself. What was your most memorable swim meet?
YZY: I participated in many competitions, since I was eight. I remember once during a swimming meet, I had fever. Unfortunately, I was part of the relay team, for the night. The coach did agree to let me rest but I noticed that my team mates had really wanted to win the event. So I decided to have a go, and you know, our team won! I was 14 then and the concept of team work in sports, always linger in my memory.
SPLASH: What is the most challenging part of your job
as Head Coach?
YZY: As Head Coach, I face many challenges and have a responsibility to my swimmers and fellow-coaches. It is important that each coach contribute their best and always focus on motivating and bringing out the true potential from each swimmer. I am glad all 10 coaches have been working together very dilligently, as a team.
SPLASH: If you can reverse time and make another
career choice, what would that be and why?
YZY: After coaching for more than 25 years in swimming, I enjoy the challenges in grooming swimmers as well as the satisfaction in achieving results. I think I have a wonderful job! Presently, as Head Coach, I have many new challenges and sometimes, it certainly tests my skills. I graduated from Beijing Sports University, with a major in swimming. If I can turn back the clock, I would still
want to be involved in swimming and perhaps embark on a career with the National Team.
SPLASH: What was your swimming routine like when
you were a young swimmer?
YZY: I trained two sessions a day, 11 sessions per week. When you think about it, swimming is a big change, as one suddenly goes from land to water. It takes time for each swimmer to fi nd their level of comfort and ease in the water. To overcome this, the swimmer needs to spend a longer time in the water, thus swimmers must participate actively in many sessions. I hope our swimmers can understand this important fact and therefore, come for more training sessions.
SPLASH: What are your hobbies, likes & dislikes?
YZY: I like travelling and enjoy short holiday-breaks in between busy work schedules. During my free time, I like to keep in touch with friends and I enjoy reading. I dislike very hot weather, especially being under the hot sun.
SPLASH: Tell us more about your family.
YZY: Fortunately, I have very strong family support for my swimming coaching career. My son is independent and he seems to have inherited my stong sense of self-discipline, so I really have no trouble with him! Although my family is back home in China, I do regularly keep in touch with them.
SPLASH: What do your normally eat?
YZY: Generally, I prefer vegetables, fruits, and I try to eat less meat. Of course, I do indulge myself occasionally, by going for buffet lunch!
Coach Yuan Zao Yu (left), at a training session.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOU
Giving 25 Years of Great Service
A familiar face ina familiar placeby PATRICK WONG
A gnes Chew is a familiar face at The Palms.You may have recognised her, if you had
visited The Palms. It’s tough not to notice her cheerful demeanour, if you happen to drop by the dining establishment and tuck into your favourites there.
The bubbly and service-oriented Agnes has been with SSC for over 25 years and has been serving at The Palms since 1989. Yes folks, that’s a quarter of a century of dedicated service. Agnes will receive her 25-year Long Service Award at the Club’s Annual Staff Dinner & Dance on 3 November.
Agnes tells us she had wanted to join SSC, because she knew that she would be able to start her career path here. She had also wanted to join the service industry and beef up her communication skills. What makes this all the more astonishing is that this is still Agnes’ fi rst job till now. Now that is really staff loyalty at its best.
With a personal work motto to “providing better service, making members feel at ease and feeling welcomed”, it is no wonder that diners at The Palms have been coming back for more, and it’s not just for the great food.
For readers who are curious about Agnes’ personal life, she tells us that she is actually a grandmother! With her youthful appearance, it’s quite incredible to fathom
this. She is happily married, has a son aged 32 years old and an adorable three year old grand-daughter named En Xuan.
Agnes’ hobbies include collecting costume jewellery, and her dream vacation is Japan, as she enjoys beautiful nature and hopes to learn more of their community-centric culture. As The Palms tends to be very crowded during the weekends, she unwinds during weekdays, when she goes out with her family for a nice get-together cum outing.
To some members, The Palms is not just another familiar place to dine in. It has a familiar face, whom they can relate and talk to.
Agnes Chew (right), Outlet Manager at The Palms.
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Zumba Toning by William OngWed, 7pm – 8pm$64.20/mthToning sticks to be purchased from instructor at $25 per pair for personal use.
MARTIAL ARTS
Aikido by Koh Nai SingSun, 12.30pm - 2pm$32.10/mthAge 13 years & above.
Qigong by Ngiam Tong KhengWed, 8.45am - 10.15am$64.20/mth
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TENNIS
Tennis Junior Development
Programme
by JIMBO Tennis ManagementAge 6 - 16 yearsSun, 5pm - 7pm (Beginners)Sun, 3pm - 5pm (Intermediate & Advanced)$107.00/mth (Beginners)$117.70/mth (Intermediate)$128.40/mth (Advanced)
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Squash Coaching Programmeby Mark LiewAge 6 – 12 yearsDuration : 2 Days Total Hours: 4 hrs (2 hrs/session)$85.60/student (Min.3/Max.4)
For Beginners by Mark LiewDuration : 6 Weeks Total Hours: 6 hrs (1 hr/session)$128.40/student (Min.3/Max.4)
TABLE TENNIS
Table Tennis Junior Grp Coaching
by Li Guo BinAge 6 - 16 yearsFri, 8pm - 10pmSat, 3pm - 5pm$160.50/12 x (Fri/Sat)Check commencement of next class with Sports Staff.
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Badminton Junior Grp Coachingby Yeo Ah SengSun, 2pm - 4pmFri, 7.30pm - 9.30pmMon, 7.30pm - 9.30pm$64.20/mth (Once a week)$128.40/mth (Twice a week)Age 6 - 16 years.Min. 10 students to commence.
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Coaching by Kenny WongSat, 7pm - 9pm$107.00/mthAge 6 - 16 years.• Students need to pass assessment prior to commencement.• Interested members will have to clear the assessment prior to acceptance into the training• Max. 15 students to commence.
FITNESS
Abs-Butts-Thighs
Tue, 8am - 9am by Ahmad Yunus$42.80/mth
Aquarobics by Jasmine KwanWed, 7.15pm - 8.15pm$48.15/mth
Aqua Spin by Yannick & AliciaThu, 7.15pm - 8.15pm$154.08/mth1st 4 Thu of the mthMax. 12 Students per classFor age 18 and above.
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Pilates (Mats) by Serena TanFirst 4 Mon of the mth, 8pm - 9pm$64.20/mth
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Total Body Conditioningby Christine TanMon, 9am - 10amFri, 10am - 11am$42.80/mth
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ABS-BUTTS-THIGHSby Ahmad Yunus
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INSTRUCTOR PROFILE
Ahmad is a certifi ed Fitness Instructor who has been training since 1998, focusing on group training & aerobics. He is also certifi ed by FISAF as a personal trainer. Since then, he has begun to teach Cardio Kickboxing, ABT, Aerobics, Steps, Hi-Low Aerobics, New Body at clubs, schools and offi ces. Ahmad is passionate about his work and his own fi tness regime, practicing what he preaches.
Time : Every Tuesday, 8am - 9amVenue : Fitness Studio 1Fee : $42.80 / month
PRIVATE COACHING
Aqua Spin Private Coachingby Yannick and Alicia:$160.50/hr (1 student)$192.60/hr (2 students)$224.70/hr (3 students)$256.80/hr (4 students)Max. 4 students per session.
Badminton Private Coachingby Kenny Wong:$64.20/hr (1 student)$85.60/hr (2 students)Max. 2 students per session.
Table Tennis Private Coachingby Li Guo Bin @ $51.36/hr
Tennis Private Coachingby External Coaches:James Bagawan @ $64.20/hrAlex Chew @ $64.20/hr
by SSC Residential Coaches:Lee Theng Hee @ $49.22/hrLim Hoa Cheng @ $49.22/hr
• Max. of 4 members per coach except for badminton and cue sports.
• Only the above coaches are allowed to conduct private lessons in SSC.• No cash transactions are allowed. All billings (lessons and facilities booking charges) must be settled through the Club’s billing system at Level 2 of Sports Centre before commencement of each coaching session.
FITNESS CLASSES
PROGRAMME ENQUIRIES
CONTACTS
FITNESS / MARTIAL ARTS /
COACHING
Mustajab bin Kassim 6342 [email protected]
SQUASH & CUE SPORTS
Daniel Ng 6342 [email protected]
GOLF CLINIC
Rahmat Sukiman 6342 [email protected]
FITNESS TRAINING
Rajinder Singh 6342 [email protected]
Cue Sports Private Coachingby Harish Mirchandani:$42.80/hr (1 student)$53.50/hr (2 students)Max. 2 students per session.
Squash Private Coachingby Mark Liew:Sat, 2pm – 3pm$60/hr (1 student)$70/hr (2 students)Max. 3 students per session.
FITNESS TRAINING
Gym Personal Training PackagesContact Fitness Trainers, Derek, Raj or Bernard at 6342 3610 or [email protected]
Individual Package5 Sessions @ $53.50 / session ($267.50) 10 Sessions @ $48.15 / session ($481.50) 20 Sessions @ $45.48 / session ($909.50)
Twin Package5 Sessions @ $85.60 / session ($428)10 Sessions @ $77.04 / session ($770.40)20 Sessions @ $72.76 / session ($1455.20)
Triple Package
5 Sessions @ $102.72 / session ($513.60)10 Sessions @ $92.02 / session ($924.48)20 Sessions @ $86.67 / session ($1746.24)
GOLF
Golf Clinicsby Chern
Quick Fix Swing Lesson (1hr)1 on 1 trail Lesson - $1102 on 1 trail Lesson - $80 ($40 / student)3 on 1 trail Lesson - $60 ($20 / student)4 on 1 trail Lesson - $40 ($10 / student)
Golf Training PackagesIndividual Package $400Twin Package $350Triple Package $300Quadruple Package $250
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Annual Bi-Lateral GamesSSC vs SIA Group Sports Club
(SSC Host)
6, 12, 15 & 16 November____________________
Venue : SSC
Closing Date : Monday, 27 October
Age Computation : As of 6 November 2014
Thursday, 6 November
7pm: Badminton @ SSC Badminton Hall
Wednesday, 12 November
12.30pm: Golf @ Marina Bay Golf Course
Saturday, 15 November
5pm: Soccer @ SIA Group Sports Club
Sunday, 16 November
2pm: Bowling @ SSC Bowling Centre
3pm: Tennis @ SSC Tennis Courts
3pm: Table Tennis @ SSC Table Tennis Hall
3pm: Snooker & Pool @ SSC Billiards Room
3pm: Squash @ SSC Squash Courts
7pm: Celebratory Dinner cum Trophy Presentation Ceremony @ SSC Grand Ballroom
Closing Date : 27 October
Sports Sub-Committee will decide on theselection and their decision shall be fi nal.
SPORTS CONTACTS
BOWLING / SQUASH /
CUE SPORTS
Daniel Ng 6342 [email protected]
SOCCER
Mustajab bin Kassim 6342 [email protected]
BADMINTON
Rahmat S. Sukiman 6342 [email protected]
TENNIS / TABLE TENNIS
Tabby Sim 6342 [email protected]
GOLF
Arun Rajan 6342 [email protected]
Entry Forms are available at the
Reception & Sports Counter
Annual Sports Camp17 to 21 November
____________________
Time : 9am to 5pmEligibility : Age 8 – 12 years Closing Date : 25 OctoberAge Computation : 17 November
Sports Clinic End YearNovember - December____________________
Eligibility : Age 6 – 16 years
Cosmic BowlingSaturday, 25 October & 29 November
____________________
Come chill out at the Bowling Centre!
Time : 7pm to 11pmVenue : SSC Bowling CentreFee : $21.40 per lane per hour No. of Bowlers : 8 Bowlers/lane (max)
Bowling Medal Series
9-Pin Tap CompetitionSunday, 26 October
____________________
Time : 1.30pm check-in | 2pm roll-offVenue : SSC Bowling CentreFee : $44.94 per participant
Bowling Medal Championship
Step-Ladder Rush 2!Sunday, 30 November____________________
Time : 1.30pm check-in | 2pm roll-offVenue : SSC Bowling CentreFee : $44.94 per participant
Bingo Tennis TournamentSaturday, 1 November____________________
Come enjoy a day of FUN tennis!Be drawn to play with different players throughout the day! Just submit your name for the Bingo Tennis!
Time : 1.30pm - 7pmVenue : Tennis CourtsFee : $16.05 per participantClosing Date : 18 October
Min. 30 participants to commence
Annual Straits Settlement GamesMalacca Club, Penang Sports Club,
Singapore Swimming Club
(Malacca Club Host)
5 & 6 December____________________
Travelling Date : 4 to 7 DecemberEvents : Badminton / Snooker / Squash / Soccer / Tennis / Table Tennis Closing Date : 3 November
Sports Sub-Committee will decide on the selection and their decision shall be fi nal.
Squash Age Group
Championship
8 – 15 November____________________
Time : 3pm (Saturday) 7pm (Tuesday & Thursday)Venue : Squash Court Fee : $16.05 per participant
Youth Bowling
Recruitment Program
1 October - 31 December ____________________
Calling all youths! Is bowling your game? Do you wish to represent the Club in Inter-Club events or other tournaments?
Show us you’ve got what it takes!
Pop over to the Bowling Centre for 3
free games to show off your skills!
Time : Every Wednesday, 7pm - 9pm Every Saturday, 2pm - 5pmVenue : Bowling Centre
Senior Veteran Badminton
Competition14 - 16 October
____________________
Time : 6pm onwardsVenue : Badminton HallClosing Date : 6 October
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CLUB DIRECTORY
MAIN HOTLINES
FRONT DESK RECEPTION: 63423 600/601
MEMBERSHIP [email protected] Enquiries / Car Park Labels / Reciprocal Clubs / Change of Address: 6342 3693
Replacement of Cards / Child Admission Cards / Child Registration / Visiting Member / Junior Conversion / Proxy: 6342 3625
Re-Activation / Absent Membership / Temporary Visit / Life Membership: 6342 3621
Ordinary Conversion / New Application / Transfer of Membership:6342 3712
Term Membership (Individual/Corporate) / Spouse: 6342 3648
Locker Application & Withdrawal:6342 3604
FINANCE fi [email protected] Statements : 6342 3647GIRO Payments : 6342 3636 / 3637
SOCIAL [email protected]: 6342 3650 / 3670 / 3672 / 695
SPORTS [email protected]: 6342 3613 / 3614 / 3615 / 3616 / 3617Facility Booking : 6342 3603Bowling : 6342 3602Gym : 6342 3610
SWIMMING [email protected] : 6342 3727 / 3713Learn to swim : 6342 3652
SECURITY [email protected] : 6342 3655
FACILITIES [email protected] & Found : 6342 3660 / 3661
ADVERTISING [email protected] : 6342 3722
FEEDBACK/SUGGESTION
SPORTS FACILITIES
Guest Fee of $5 is applicable for Badminton,Billiards & Pool, Jacuzzi / Sauna / Steam Room, Squash, Tennis and Table Tennis
BADMINTON 6342 3603
Mon - Fri , Eve of PH 7am - 5pm $4/ct/hr 5pm - 11pm $6/ct/hrSat, Sun & PH 7am - 11pm $6/ct/hr
TENNIS 6342 3603
Daily 7am - 6pm $2/ct/hrDaily 6pm - 11pm $4/ct/hr
BILLIARDS & POOL 6342 3603
Mon - Sat, Eve of PH 12pm - 11pmSun & PH 9am - 11pm $3/table/hr
TABLE TENNIS 6342 3603
Mon - Fri, Sun & PH 7am - 6pm $3/table/hrSat 7am - 4pm $3/table/hr
GYM (Members Only) 6342 3610
Mon - Fri, & Eve of PH 5.45am - 10.30pmSat, Sun & PH 5.45am - 10pm
BOWLING 6342 3602
Mon - Fri, & Eve of PH 12pm - 6pm $2/game (Member) $2.50/game (Guest)Mon - Fri & Eve of PH 6pm - 11pmSat 12pm - 11pmSun & PH 9am - 11pm $2.50/game (Member) $3/game (Guest)Concession – Whole dayLeague Bowler $1.50/gameYouth 12 – 21 yrs $1.50/gameYouth under 12 yrs $1/game
SQUASH 6342 3603
Daily 7am - 11pm $3/ct/hr
SHOPS
BARBER 6342 3605
Tue - Fri 10am - 7pmSat & Sun 9am - 7pmClosed on Mon
SPORTS PRO SHOP 6348 8658
Tue - Fri 4pm - 8pmSat, Sun & PH 10am - 8pmClosed on Mon
THE HAIRVEN 6342 3608/3686
Tue - Fri 10.30am - 7.30pmSat & Sun 10am - 7pmClosed on Mon & PH
EDES SPA 6440 3110
Daily 11am - 9pm
GAME ROOM
LUCKY STRIKE JACKPOT 6342 3651
Sun - Thu & P.H 9am - 12amFri - Sat & Eve of P.H 9am - 1am
MAHJONG ROOM 6342 3698
Sun - Thu 7am - 12amFri – Sat 7am - 1amRoom rates apply
VIDEO GAMES ROOM
Daily 10am - 11pm
REST & RELAX
ADAM’S RETREAT & EVE’S CORNER
Daily 8.30am till Club Closes
JACUZZI/SAUNA/STEAM ROOM 6342 3604 Daily 7am - 10pmClosed for cleaning on Mon & Thu 8.30am - 9.30am (Ladies) 9.30am - 10.30am (Gents)
LIBRARY
Sun - Thu, & PH 8.30am - 12am
Fri, Sat & Eve of PH 8.30am - 1am
RESTAURANTS & EATERIES
Enquiry : 6342 3677 / 3674 [email protected] : 6342 3675 / 3627 [email protected] outside food in Club’s Premises
THE PALMS 6342 3685
Daily 11am - 10pm Last orders at 9.30pm
JACKSON MILLER 6342 3679 Lunch 12pm - 3pm Dinner 6.30pm - 11pmLast orders at 2.30pm & 9.30pmClosed on Tue, Open on Eve of PH and PH
DELICATESSEN 6342 3681
Daily 8am - 10pmLast Order at 9.45pm
JADE PHOENIX 6342 3659
Lunch 11.30am - 2.30pm Dinner 6pm - 9.30pmLast orders at 2.15pm & 9.15pmClosed on Mon, Open on Eve of PH and PH
FOUNTAIN CAFÉ Mon - Thur & Sun 3pm - 10pmFri & Sat 3pm - 11pm
CABANA KITCHEN 6342 3683
Tue - Thu, Sun & PH 4pm - 10pmLast orders at 9.15pmFri - Sat & Eve of PH 4pm - 11pmLast orders at 10.15pmClosed on Mon
LOUNGES & BARS
Happy Hour (Daily) 5pm - 8pm
D’TANJONG 6342 3684 Mon - Thu 2pm - 12am Fri - Sat & Eve of PH 2pm - 1amSun & PH 12pm - 12am
D’SPORTS 6342 3684 Mon - Fri, Sun & PH 5pm - 12am Sat & Eve of PH 5pm - 1am
D’GALAXY 6342 3635 Mon - Thu 4pm - 12am Fri 4pm - 1am Sat & Eve of PH 3pm - 1am Sun & PH 3pm - 12am(*Private rooms available on Sun & PH from 12pm - 3pm subject to booking 1-day in advance and a $50 surcharge. Please contact [email protected] or [email protected] for advance booking)
STRAITS OF MALACCA 6342 3683
Mon - Thu 12pm - 11pm Fri & Eve of PH 12pm - 12am Sat 10am - 12am Sun & PH 10am - 11pm
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