Eason Low

Beginning the Journey

Eason Low started Wushu at six years old, inspired by his older brother’s involvement in the sport. At 13, when he entered Victoria School, he joined Martial House and began a new chapter in a journey that would eventually span 12 years of competitive Taolu.

What began through the influence of his brother gradually became an important part of Eason’s identity. Through years of training, competition and shared experiences, Wushu shaped not only the athlete he became, but also the way he approaches challenges beyond the sport.

Finding Focus in Wushu

What Eason values most about Wushu is the focus it demands. When he trains, there is little room to think about anything beyond the movement, technique and routine in front of him.

This complete concentration gives him an escape from the pressures and distractions of everyday life. Each training session creates a space where he can be fully present, directing his energy towards refining his performance and becoming better than he was before.

For Eason, Wushu is more than physical training. It offers clarity, discipline and a rare opportunity to temporarily disconnect from the fast pace of the world outside.

Growing Beyond His Comfort Zone

Martial House gave Eason opportunities to step beyond what felt familiar while remaining in a safe and supportive environment. His coaches encouraged him to confront new challenges, adapt to unfamiliar situations and continue developing even when progress was uncomfortable.

Knowing that his coaches were there to guide and look after him gave Eason the confidence to take risks and persevere through difficult periods. These experiences pushed him to grow continuously, both as an athlete and as a person.

Over the years, Martial House became more than a place where he improved his routines. It became an environment where he learnt how to respond to pressure, overcome setbacks and trust himself when facing uncertainty.

A Gold Medal to Remember

One of Eason’s proudest moments came in his final individual event at the National School Games, when he won the first and only gold medal of his NSG journey.

After 12 years of striving to improve and become the best athlete he could be, the moment felt like the culmination of everything he had invested in competitive Taolu. The result carried a significance far beyond the medal itself.

For Eason, it felt as though the sport was acknowledging how far he had come and telling him that he had done enough. It was a meaningful conclusion to one chapter of his Wushu journey and a moment he would carry with him as he prepared to move forward.

Becoming a Role Model

Some of Eason’s proudest moments did not take place on a competition carpet. They came when his coaches shared how his journey had influenced younger athletes at Martial House.

The thought that he could inspire children, including some he may never have spoken to personally, was initially difficult for him to comprehend. It made him realise that younger athletes were watching not only his performances, but also the way he trained, persevered and carried himself.

Becoming someone whom others could look up to gave Eason a different understanding of success. His influence on the next generation became a reminder that an athlete’s impact can extend far beyond personal achievements.

A New Beginning in Sanda

After retiring from competitive Taolu, Eason began training in Sanda. With its different techniques, demands and competitive dynamics, Sanda represents an entirely new world for him to explore.

Starting again in an unfamiliar discipline requires Eason to become a learner once more. The transition allows him to apply the resilience and discipline developed through Taolu while discovering new aspects of Wushu and challenging himself in different ways.

Eason hopes that this path may eventually give him the opportunity to represent Singapore and compete for a medal internationally. More importantly, he wants to find happiness in pursuing those aspirations.

Even if he does not reach every height he hopes for, he wants to know that it was never because he was unwilling to try.

Living with Pride

Beyond physical techniques and competition, Wushu taught Eason to live with pride. Athletes are taught to put their best foot forward, finish every routine strongly and never give up on themselves.

Mistakes may happen during a routine, but an athlete must continue performing to the best of their ability. For Eason, this lesson extends far beyond Wushu. A difficult beginning or an imperfect moment does not have to determine how something ends.

It is a mindset he now carries into other areas of life. Whatever challenges arise, he believes in continuing with purpose and taking pride in giving his best until the very end.

More Than Medals

To Eason, Martial House means family. The community is filled with passionate and giving people who supported him throughout the rewarding and difficult periods of his journey.

Without the many coaches who guided him over the years, Eason believes he would not be the athlete or person he is today. He has also met athletes, both younger and older, whose dedication continues to inspire him.

His most important message to younger athletes is that it is okay not to be exceptional. Athletes should always strive to improve, but they should not measure their worth only by national-team selection, medals or the ability to perform the most difficult techniques.

Over 12 years in Wushu, Eason attended three national-team trials and was unsuccessful each time. He won only one NSG gold medal, but he does not consider his journey a failure.

The memories he gained, the relationships he formed and the ways in which he grew as a person are worth far more to him than accolades or recognition. His journey is proof that there is meaning in Wushu for every athlete, regardless of how far competitive results may take them.