Chia Kai Ming

Beginning the Journey

Chia Kai Ming began practising Wushu and joined Martial House when he was seven years old. What started as a childhood activity gradually became a defining part of his life, taking him from his earliest lessons to some of the world’s most significant sporting stages.

Throughout his journey, Kai Ming has enjoyed the connections created through Wushu, from meeting new people and training alongside fellow athletes to performing in front of an audience. Most importantly, the sport has given him a dream to work towards and a reason to continue challenging himself.

Growing with Martial House

Martial House has supported Kai Ming throughout every stage of his development, beginning with the fundamentals that formed the foundation of his Wushu journey. As he progressed, the academy provided him with valuable training, performance and competition opportunities while continuing to support his ambitions as an athlete.

Beyond technical development, Wushu has taught Kai Ming life skills and values that extend far beyond the training floor. Years of training, competition and shared experiences have helped shape his discipline, perseverance and sense of responsibility, and contributed to the person he is today.

The Strength to Return

One of the greatest challenges of Kai Ming’s journey came when he suffered an injury serious enough to threaten his competitive career. Returning to Wushu required much more than physical rehabilitation. It demanded patience, resilience and the courage to believe that his journey was not over.

His successful return to competition has become one of his greatest achievements. It is a reminder that even the most difficult setbacks do not necessarily have to determine how an athlete’s story ends.

The Oceania International Traditional Wushu and Kungfu Invitational Tournament 2026 holds special significance for Kai Ming because it was his first competition after the injury. Stepping onto the competition carpet again represented far more than another competitive appearance. His gold medal in Men’s Changquan marked the beginning of a new chapter and affirmed that his competitive journey could continue.

Proud Moments

Among Kai Ming’s proudest competitive achievements was winning the Men’s Changquan, Daoshu and Gunshu combined event at The World Games Series 2024 in Hong Kong, China. His combined score of 29.049 secured his first international gold medal and earned him qualification for The World Games.

Following a serious injury and three operations, Kai Ming made his competitive return at the 2026 Oceania International Traditional Wushu and Kungfu Invitational Tournament, where he won gold in Men’s Changquan. The result became an important milestone in his recovery and gave him renewed confidence ahead of the Asian Games.

Asian Games Debut

In September 2026, Kai Ming represented Singapore in the Men’s Changquan event at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, marking his first appearance at a major multi-sport Games.

Competing against 20 other athletes, Kai Ming delivered a score of 9.716 to finish fourth, just 0.004 points from the podium. The result was especially meaningful because the Asian Games was only his second competition after returning from a career-threatening injury.

More than the placing, his debut represented the fulfilment of a dream he had pursued since childhood. It also demonstrated how far he had come through rehabilitation, perseverance and the support of those who believed in his return.

Representing Team Singapore on one of Asia’s largest sporting stages has given Kai Ming a new foundation from which to continue growing as an athlete.

Beyond Competition

Some of Kai Ming’s most meaningful experiences have taken place beyond formal competition.

One memorable performance was at the Singapore Motorshow 2025, where he performed during BYD’s launch of the Sealion 7. The experience gave him an opportunity to showcase Wushu in a different setting and share the sport with a wider audience.

Kai Ming also treasures the overseas intensive-training experiences shared with fellow Martial House athletes, including training in Anhui, China. These journeys strengthened his skills while creating friendships and memories that extended beyond the training hall.

Looking Ahead

Having completed his first major Games, Kai Ming hopes to build on the experience, continue representing Singapore and work towards his long-term goal of becoming a world champion.

He understands that progress at the highest level requires patience, consistency and the ability to adapt through different stages of life. The lessons gained through injury, recovery and his Asian Games debut will continue to guide his development.

Beyond his own competitive ambitions, Kai Ming also hopes to contribute to the Wushu community by sharing his knowledge and experiences with younger athletes and inspiring them to believe in what they can achieve.

What Martial House Means to Me

To Kai Ming, Martial House is his second family. It is where he has made lifelong friends and met coaches, teammates and supporters who have stood by him throughout his Wushu journey.

From building his foundations as a seven-year-old beginner to supporting his return from injury and continued international career, Martial House has remained a constant presence. It has helped shape not only the athlete he has become, but also the person he is today.