Koh Le Bon

Beginning the Journey

Koh Le Bon began Wushu when he was five years old. In 2011, he joined Martial House after attending its Wushu class at Bukit Timah Community Club.

What began as a childhood activity gradually became an important part of his life. Through years of training, Le Bon developed not only his technical ability but also a deeper appreciation for the discipline, artistry and expressive possibilities of Wushu.

Wushu as Self-Expression

For Le Bon, Wushu is more than a competitive sport. It is also a performing art through which athletes can communicate their personalities, emotions and ideas.

He especially enjoys the opportunity to perform. Each movement becomes a form of expression, allowing him to bring energy, character and meaning to a routine.

This combination of athleticism and artistry is what continues to make Wushu special to him.

Growing with Martial House

Martial House has supported Le Bon since the beginning of his Wushu journey. Throughout his development, his coaches provided the technical guidance, encouragement and sense of direction he needed to progress.

Their support helped him remain focused through demanding periods of training and prepared him to perform when it mattered most.

Whenever Le Bon encountered uncertainty or needed help, he knew that he could turn to the people around him. This consistent support gave him the confidence to keep improving and pursue increasingly ambitious goals.

Representing Singapore

One of Le Bon’s proudest achievements came in 2024, when he represented Singapore for the first time at the International Wushu Invitational Tournament.

Competing in Qiangshu during his international debut, Le Bon earned a silver medal after years of committed training.

For Le Bon, the result was more than an achievement on paper. It was a reminder of how far he had progressed since beginning Wushu as a five-year-old and proof that patience and consistent effort could lead to opportunities on the international stage.

Bringing Wushu to the Stage

Le Bon’s journey has also given him opportunities to experience Wushu beyond competition.

One of his most memorable performances took place during Mediacorp’s Chinese New Year celebrations in 2024. He had the opportunity to perform alongside prominent local artistes in a Wushu presentation set to Wang Leehom’s song Descendants of the Dragon.

The experience brought together the athletic and artistic qualities he values most about Wushu and demonstrated how culture, music and movement can come together on stage.

Learning Beyond the Sport

To Le Bon, Martial House is more than a Wushu academy. It is a community that has supported him technically and emotionally throughout his journey.

The lessons he has gained extend far beyond routines and competition. Wushu has taught him discipline, independence and the importance of remaining open-minded. It has encouraged him to continue learning, listen to different perspectives and approach challenges with patience.

His experiences have also shown him that meaningful progress does not happen immediately. Improvement requires time, consistency and the willingness to continue even when the outcome is uncertain.

Looking Ahead

Le Bon hopes to compete at the Southeast Asian Games, World Wushu Championships and, one day, the Asian Games. These aspirations would give him the opportunity to represent Singapore while competing alongside some of the best Wushu athletes in the world.

He hopes to achieve a podium finish at both the SEA Games and World Wushu Championships. He understands that reaching this level will not be easy, but having a clear goal gives direction and purpose to every training session.

Beyond his competitive ambitions, Le Bon also wants to share his love for Wushu with others. Through his performances and experiences, he hopes that more people will discover and appreciate the sport.

Good Things Take Time

Le Bon’s message to younger Wushu athletes is simple: remain open-minded, enjoy the journey and trust the process.

There will be moments when progress feels slow and goals appear distant. However, he believes that athletes should continue learning, remain patient and find joy in what they do.

Good things take time. What matters is having the courage to continue, appreciating each stage of the journey and giving yourself the opportunity to grow.