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STF Taekwondo Day – A Party for the Family

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STF Taekwondo Day – A Party for the Family

The Singapore Taekwondo Federation (STF) Taekwondo Day held on 15 February 2008 at the National Training Centre was celebrated by more than 120 trainees, parents, coaches and officials. The event was graced by Prof Tan Cheng Han, STF Advisor, and Mr Ho Mun Wai, Singapore Sports Council Director (Planning & Portfolio Management).

After the a brief welcoming speech by STF President Milan Kwee and an equally brief speech by Prof Tan, the party was ‘blasted off by Prof Tan, Mr Ho and Mr Kwee. It was followed by the traditional ‘lo hei’ which was in keeping with the Lunar New Year festive spirit.

There was a lot of fun and games.  Prizes were given out to everyone sporting enough to participate in the activities.

There were also Valentine’s Day gift exchange amongst the younger generation.

Talking about sporting, the organizers took their hats off for the parents.

Sporting Mummies & Daddies

They participated in numerous games and enjoyed themselves too. It was wonderful to see so much joy in one place.

  •  Mummies vs Daddies

When it was time to call it a day, everyone including the parents helped to tidy up the place and clear the trash. It gave the feeling of a family party where everyone had fun and chipped in to help when required.

In short, the STF Taekwondo Day was a memorable family day to all who had participated in the event.  


(Photographs courtesy of Mr Dicky Ong)

Use of Mouth Piece

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The Singapore Taekwondo Federation (STF) has received a number of queries regarding the use of mouth piece.

The primary concern is that the mouth piece may not be suitable for all players as some of them may find that wearing the mouth piece is more dangerous than not wearing it. The STF recognizes that this is possible because not all players will have a teeth structure that will allow the mouth guard to serve its purpose.

Therefore, the STF will

  • allow players to wear customized mouth guard made by orthodontist or
  • exempt players from wearing one if they can produce a letter from a doctor or dentist certifying that it would be more harmful for them to use the mouth guard.

Olympic Dream Almost a Reality

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Lee Thiam Huat’s dream of being an Olympic referee is almost coming true. In fact, you can be certain that he will be among the 29 referees who will be selected for the taekwondo event in the 2008 Beijing Olympics Games.

Thiam Huat and his elder brother Thiam Poh signed up for the International Referee Training Camp in July 2007. The camp was specially organized for international referees who aspired to officiate in the Games. It attracted 184 participants. After the grueling training and testing, the younger sibling was among 54 referees from 41 countries shortlisted.

All the referees were assigned to officiate in the World Qualifications for the Games and several Continental Qualifications.

After traveling round the world to referee in the various Qualification Tournaments, Thiam Huat was selected for the Good Luck Beijing 2008 International Taekwondo Invitational Tournament scheduled to be held from 26 to 29 February 2008 in Beijing, China. The competition would serve as a trial for the real event.

The selection was certainly a confirmation of Thiam Huat’s inclusion in the Olympics.

Well done, Thiam Huat! Continue to do Singapore proud.

Invitation to Poomsae and Kyorugi Referees

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The NTU Taekwondo Invitational Championships would be held from Friday 29 February 2008 to 2 March 2008 at the NTU Sports Hall. It is open to tertiary, polytechnics, institutes of technical education and junior college students.

The Singapore Taekwondo Federation would like to invite qualified poomsae and kyorugi national referees to participate in the event.

Please call Mr Lee Thiam Poh, Tournament Head, at 91064421 if you wish to officiate in the championships.

100% Passes

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Display the spirit of ‘a black belt is a white belt who never quits’, 18 candidates took their test again for the Poomsae Coach qualification. This time they came prepared.

Said one of the not so young participants who would like to remain anonymous: “I did not expect to pass my theory test as that was the first time I took any written test after 15 years! What’s more, I had difficulty recalling what I had studied. Today, I am prepared. I don’t think I would have any problem passing.”

He certainly did not as he scored a high 96%.

The other 17 candidates also did well to qualify for the Poomsae Coach certification.

Well done, that’s the kind of spirit the Singapore Taekwondo Federation wants from its members.

For the record, here are the names of the success candidates.

  • Lee Kar Aik
  • Gan Ghee Hai
  • Jacqueline Quek
  • Alvin Quek
  • Dennis Lim
  • Chua Hin Ghee
  • Shaidatul Nur Ashiqin
  • Ong Wen Xiang
  • Catherine Seah
  • Bok Thye Boon
  • Tan Choon Mong
  • Kang Hui Min
  • Nixon Ng
  • Ang Wee Cher Richard
  • Eleutherius Liew
  • Melanie Brugada
  • Evangeline S Magpantay
  • Linda Sim

‘Professional’ Taekwondo Coaches

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‘Professional’ Taekwondo Coaches

16 coaches attended the coach briefing on Saturday 2 February 2008 at the National Training Centre. Although the number was small, it was not surprising at all. Why? The briefing was organized specially for those who had missed the two earlier sessions.

The primary objectives of the briefing were to introduce the new coach passes and inform coaches of their responsibilities and obligations as pass holders. Simply put they were required to think and act like a professional even though they are not paid full-time coaches when they acquire the passes.

The importance of professionalism, rectitude and compassion were repeated throughout the briefing to drive home the message that the qualities are indispensable for effective coaches.

Pass holders who run foul of the code of conduct would have to face punishments ranging from verbal warning to life suspension from all activities organized by the Singapore Taekwondo Federation.

The following who attended the session will be eligible to apply for the passes.

  • Amirul Mohd Amin
  • Lee Sian Wee
  • Wong Eng Yong
  • Niki Chan
  • Carman Li
  • Kendrick Ong
  • Chan Wai Hon
  • Song Jun Quan
  • Ronald Lim
  • Lilia Quirimit
  • Linda Sim
  • Jason Tan Junwei
  • Dawn Ang
  • Dave Ang
  • Jared Mah
  • Ganesh s/o Selvaraju

The Final Batch

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The Final Batch

The last batch of 37 poomsae coaches attended the Poomsae Refresher Course on 26 January 2008 at National Training Centre. The total number of coaches, who had gone through the refresher course, stood at 121.

Being last was not so bad for some. It gave them the advantage of being prepared.

Some of them were evidently prepared for the course as they were not only aware of the changes but also able to perform them reasonably well. That spoke volumes of their interests. It also revealed the positive attitude of their seniors as they willing shared their knowledge with them.

Said Wong Liang Ming, Chairman of the Coaching Committee: “I am happy that the course had a successful run. Most of all, from the response to the course, I can take comfort that coaches from the Singapore Taekwondo Federation believe in upgrading themselves not only in words but deeds. I salute all of them.”

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RA Jeyaraman, STF 2nd Vice President, added: “To me, their willingness to learn reflects their determination to be the best coach that they can be. This is good because taekwondo trainees deserve nothing but the best not those who teach out-of-date techniques.

The list of participants who attended the final course is attached.

Poomsae-Coach-Refresher-Course-2008-Participants-FinalDownload

Completely Protected For Competition

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Completely Protected For Competition

The Management Committee further reviewed the use of safety equipment for ‘kyorugi’ competition in its January 2008 meeting.

In the interest of safety first, the Committee decided to adopt all the requirements stated in the World Taekwondo Federation competition rules.

With immediate effect, all competitors will be required to wear the following protective equipment on entering the contest area.

  • Head gear
  • Trunk protector
  • Groin guard
  • Forearm guard
  • Shin guard
  • Glove
  • Mouthpiece

For members who are used to local competitions, the new equipment required is as follows.

  • Glove (WTF-approved only)
  • Mouthpiece (see website entry on ‘Mouth guards: Compulsory for Contestants’ on 6 January 2008 under ‘Tournament” for more details)
  • Groin guard (male) 
  • Groin guard (female)

In addition to that, a female competitor will now be required to wear groin guard.

Completely protected

Assisi Warriors Impress Again

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Assisi Warriors Impress Again

The fantastic Assisi Taekwondo Warriors led by Sister Linda Sim were at it again. This time they wowed the officials and guests who attended the Charity Dinner on 25 January 2008 at Pan Pacific Hotel.

Their scintillating performances were the result of many hours of preparation. And they were performing better and better each time

Some of their performances were dramatic and thrilling. Others were fun and entertaining. While the ‘explosive’ items drew ‘oohs and ahs’, the less serious items never failed to bring laughter and applause from the crowd.

The demonstration was supervised by six senior black belts from the Singapore Taekwondo Federation (STF). They were Steven Soh (STF 1st Vice President), R Jeyaraman (STF 2nd Vice-President), Tan Cheng Hui (STF Demonstration Chairman), Ng Lee Noi, Wong Liang Ming and Lim Teong Chin.

Workshop for Candidates Taking Poom & Dan Grading

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The Singapore Taekwondo Federation will be organizing a grading preparation workshop for grade 1 to poom belt or grade 1 to black belt. It is also open to those who are going for 2nd poom or dan and higher.

This workshop is scheduled earlier to give participants ample time to correct their mistakes so that they can be ready for the April grading.

The details of the workshop are as follows.

Date                :           Sunday 24 February 2008

Time               :           9am to 12noon

Place              :           National Training Centre (NTC)

Dress Code   :           ‘Dobok’

Certification   :           Certificate of Participation

Fee                 :           $30

Closing Date:           Wednesday 20 February 2008


The registration form is attached.

The programme includes mock grading and talks on candidates’ responsibilities and examiners’ expectations.

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