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Day 2 of the 11th National Primary Schools Wushu Championship 2015

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IMG_2887 It is Day 2 of the 11th National Primary Schools Wushu Championship 2015 and there was a total of 16 events! Competition was definitely intense and the students from Martial House have done well by achieving a total of 2 Golds, 3 Silvers, 4 Bronzes and 1 3rd Runner-Up! IMG_2889 The prize winners for day 2 are: 5-Duan Nanquan (Junior Boys): Lee Chang Yong Matthew (De La Salle School) – Gold 5-Duan Nanquan (Junior Girls): Joelle Ho Jen Hui (De Le Salle School) – Silver Shannon Lee Yu En (Horizon Primary School) – 3rd Runner-Up 42-Style Taijiquan (Junior Boys): Leo Yi Long (Kong Hwa School) – Gold 42-Style Taijiquan (Junior Girls): Grace Wong Jyn Xue (Greenridge Primary School) – Silver Ang Kai Yi, Erlene (Hong Wen School) – Bronze 42-Style Taijiquan (Senior Girls): Shannon Eu Ying Xuan (Gongshang Primary School) – Bronze 5-Duan Changquan (Junior Boys): Austin Chong Sze Ze (De La Salle School) – Bronze 5-Duan Changquan (Junior Girls): Berlynn Ng Xuan Qi (De La Salle School) – Silver Changquan (Junior Boys): Ng Zachary (Rosyth School) – Bronze IMG_2902 Congratulations to all prize winners and keep up the good work! Those who did not win, do not be disheartened! With determination and hard work, your turn will come! Do not give up and continue to strive hard! All the best for the next few events! IMG_2904

[Updated] Day 1 of the 11th National Primary Schools Wushu Championship 2015

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LKY (1) Today marks the first day of the 11th National Primary Schools Wushu Championship 2015. However, the competition began on a low note as the participants and supporters observed a moment of silence to remember Singapore’s founding father, Mr. Lee Kuan Yew, who passed away earlier this morning at 3.18am. IMG_2866 There was a total of 10 events today and the competition was definitely intense. Four students have done Martial House and their schools proud by attaining a Gold, a Silver, a Bronze & a 3rd Runner-Up! They are: 4-Duan Sword (Senior Boys): Ng Shinn (Ngee Ann Primary School) – Gold Sword (Junior Girls): Flavia Sim Xi Qin (Kong Hwa School) – Silver 4-Duan Sword (Junior Boys): Austin Chong Sze Ze (De La Salle School) – Bronze 4-Duan Sword (Junior Girls): Ng Yu Ninn (Haig Girls’ School) – 3rd Runner-Up Congratulations to the winners! For those who did not win, do not be disheartened. Continue to work hard and your time will come! All the best for the rest of the competition!

SPD Charity Show 2015

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IMG_2762 Did you manage to catch Martial House Stars, Ho Lin Ying & Samuel Tan on the “live” telecast of the SPD Charity Show 2015 last night? Both Team Singapore athletes were involved in a performance together with MediaCorp artiste, Desmond Tan and SPD beneficiary, Samuel Lim. IMG_2767 The World Wushu Championships Gold & Silver medalists displayed a synchronized Taiji routine as Samuel Lim played a smooth music piece with the “guzheng”, a traditional Chinese instrument. IMG_2804 Following, as the music became more intense, Desmond Tan, one of the 8 Dukes of Caldecott Hill, made his appearance and executed a “nandao” routine which impressed the audiences! Credit goes to Martial House Coach Kevan Cheah for the choreography! IMG_2807 Martial House is thankful for the opportunity to contribute back to society and is grateful that SPD managed to raise a total of $4.8 million! Click here to read the article on xinmsn. IMG_2808 If you did not manage to catch the “live” telecast of the SPD Charity Show, fret not as MediaCorp Channel 8 will be broadcasting the repeat telecast on 29 March 2015, Sunday, from 3.30pm to 6.30pm. Donation hotlines will open till 30 March 2015.

Lin Ying & Samuel to Perform at SPD Charity Show 2015!

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IMG_2715 Previously, it was revealed that Martial House Coach & SEA Games Gold Medalist, Kevan Cheah, was helping MediaCorp artiste, Desmond Tan in a choreography for an upcoming performance. The performance is for the upcoming SPD Charity Show 2015! https://youtube.com/watch?v=d-1XOiUHc1E Desmond will be collaborating with SPD beneficiary, Samuel, who will be playing the traditional Chinese instrument, guzheng as mentioned on xinmsn. In the latest update, Martial House Stars & Team Singapore athletes, Ho Lin Ying & Samuel Tan have been included in the performance as well! So do keep a look out for them tomorrow, 22 March 2015, Sunday, from 7.00pm to 10.00pm, on MediaCorp Channel 8!

Wushu Tips by Emily & Samuel

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https://youtube.com/watch?v=IHZTudjpFtA Here are two short videos taken during the sharing session by Martial House Stars & Team Singapore athletes Emily Sin & Samuel Tan at Victoria School. In the videos, Emily did a demonstration on how to “shout” fiercely in Nanquan routines and Samuel shared some tips on how to train to impress with your Taiji “kong tui”! https://youtube.com/watch?v=moSB19WAz50 Hopefully, the Nanquan & Taijiquan participants of the upcoming National Inter-School Wushu Championships 2015 find the above video useful. Good luck and all the best to all participants!

Martial House Stars @ Victoria School

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On 16 March 2015, two Martial House Stars & Team Singapore athletes, Emily Sin & Samuel Tan were invited to attend a sharing session with the Victoria School (VS) Wushu Team! During the one-hour session, both athletes shared their valuable knowledge and experience with the students. Students asked them a variety of questions ranging from Wushu techniques to time management. As the National Inter-School Wushu Championships 2015 is just around the corner, questions pertaining to stress management was popular among students. Hence, the World Wushu Championships medalists shared their own unique ways of calming their nerves. For instance, Emily will drink a cup of coffee before any competition whereas Samuel will always face a blank wall before his turn. Before the session ended, both athletes gave the Victorians final words of encouragement to motivate them to perform to their fullest potential in the upcoming competition! It was indeed a great pleasure to have both Emily & Samuel at VS! Let’s wish both them all the best in the upcoming SEA Games!

Martial House Mock Wushu Competition (2)

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IMG_7576 Earlier this morning, Martial House conducted the second session of mock competition at Hong Wen School (Indoor Sports Hall). This time round, the mock competition was mainly for the secondary school and junior college students who will be representing their schools in the upcoming National Inter-School Wushu Championships 2015! IMG_7555Just like the previous mock competition, the objective of this session was to familiarize students to the competition setting and procedure. It also serves as a platform for students to make new friends and to learn from one another. IMG_7683 Martial House Coach Patrick Lim shared his observation, “The mock competition has definitely met its objectives. It is great to see all these students coming together to learn from one another. However, I feel that some students can be more confident when they are executing their routines. Whether is it their body language or facial expressions, the students should be committed to the movements of their routines. Only then, they are able to reach the next level.” IMG_7700 A parent also commented, “It is really nice to see all these students training together and cheering for one another! This should be the spirit! Who says competition is all about winning?! Hopefully there will be more of such events in the future!” IMG_7707Without the active participation of the students and the endless support from the parents and teachers, the mock competition would not have been a success! Special thanks to the Martial House coaches and assistants who made both sessions possible! IMG_7718Hopefully, the students find the mock competition beneficial and should you have any feedback regarding the mock competition, feel free to send an email to [email protected]. IMG_7711 With less than 2 weeks to the National Inter-School Wushu Championships 2015, Martial House & Wushu Daze wish all participants the best of luck!

FAQS: MARTIAL HOUSE MOCK WUSHU COMPETITION 2015 (2)

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IMG_7537 The Martial House Mock Wushu Competition 2015 (2) will be held on 14 March 2015, Saturday, at Hong Wen School (Indoor Sports Hall). Below are some of the frequently asked questions (FAQs) by students, parents and teachers: 1. Where is Hong Wen School (Indoor Sports Hall) located? 30 Towner Road, Singapore 327829. Kindly enter from gate 6 instead of the main gate. 2. For whom is this mock competition for? The second mock competition on 14 March 2015 is for secondary school & junior college students (from ‘A’, ‘B’ & ‘C’ divisions). 3.  Do I have to pay to participate in the mock competition? No fees will be charged as this is a voluntary event organised by the Martial House coaches and staff to help students better-prepare for the upcoming National Inter-School Wushu Championships. 4. Must the participants wear their costumes? Though it is optional, participants are strongly encouraged to wear their costumes, especially for students competing for the first time. 5. What time will the mock competition starts? The side gate (gate 6) will open at 8.00am. Students are to report at 8.30am for a short briefing and warm-ups. The first event will start at 9.00am. 6. What is the events sequence for the mock competition? Two courts (A & B) will be set up. The events sequence for Court A is as follows: A1. 5 Duan Changquan A2. 1st International Changquan A3. 2nd International Changquan A4. 4 Duan Broadsword A5. 4 Duan Sword A6. 1st International Broadsword A7. 2nd International Broadsword A8. 1st International Sword A9. 2nd International Sword A10. 4 Duan Cudgel A11. 4 Duan Spear A12. 1st International Cudgel A13. 2nd International Cudgel A14. 1st International Spear A15. 2nd International Spear The events sequence for Court B is as follows: B1. 5 Duan Nanquan B2. 1st International Nanquan B3. 24-Style Taijiquan B4. 42-Style Taijiquan B5. 1st International Nandao B6. 32-Style Taijijian B7. 42-Style Taijijian B8. 1st International Nangun After all the individual events, the 2 courts will then be combined to form Court C. The events sequence for Court C is as follows: C1. Group Quanshu C2. Group Weapon P.S. For the group events, students are encouraged to bring along their music CDs. Hope the above information clarifies some of the doubts you have. If you have further queries, feel free to drop an email to [email protected].

Did You Listen to the “Live” Broadcast of 95.8FM?

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95.8FM Did you listen to the “live” broadcast of 95.8FM on 8 March 2015, Sunday, at 5.15pm? If you did, you would probably find “that voice” a little familiar. That’s because Martial House Managing Director, Mr. Leo Wen Yeow, was on air! 95.8FM (1) Mr. Leo was invited as a guest to be part of a radio programme which explored Kampong Bugis, a historical site in Singapore where the Kallang Gasworks were previously installed. 95.8FM (2) If you want to know more about the Kallang Gasworks, you may wish to ask Mr. Leo the next time you see him!