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Special Offers for National Championships

The Singapore Taekwondo Federation (STF) would like to remind all players that, for the National Championships on 11, 12, 25 and 26 August 2007, they are required to use the approved headgear and body protectors.

For pictures of and more information on the equipment, go to ‘Tournaments: Approved Equipment’ (30 June 2006) under the heading ‘Tournaments’.

As a result of feedback from some coaches and club leaders, the STF is pleased to announce that its official supplier of martial arts equipment, Liang Seng Sports Equipment Pte Ltd, has agreed to sell the equipment at a much much reduced price for the tournament.

For enquiries, please call the company at 6858 1828. Better still visit the showroom at 260, Tanjong Katong Road, Singapore 437048.

Jumping with JUMP

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The National Training Centre (NTC) was almost filled to the brim with officials and workshop participants on 28 June 2007.

The participants were understandably excited as it was their first experience with the JUMP.

The JUMP comprised a group of outstanding stage performers who had awed audiences in many countries including Korea, Hong Kong and England with their spectacular display of gravity-defying stunts. They were at the NTC to conduct a workshop.

After a short introduction, the cast leader taught the participants to roll, cartwheel and do handstands. The participants had lots of fun performing the unfamiliar movements and finding themselves in awkward positions. They certainly enjoyed most trying to duplicate a segment of JUMP fight scene.

The workshop was rounded off with a presentation of souvenirs by Mr Milan Kwee, STF President, to the cast members, Mr Thomas Ng (Managing Director, Century Events) and his staff, Mr Anthony Yeo (Sales Manager, Asiana Airlines), Mr Wilson Heng (Senior Sales Executive, Asiana Airlines) and Mr Adrian (SPH).

A Successful Partnership – PA and STF

The People’s Association (PA) and the Singapore Taekwondo Federation (STF) Taekwondo Championships were successfully and smoothly staged on 23 and 24 June 2007 at Yishun Sports hall. The competition featured both poomsae (pattern) and kyorugi (sparring).

The competition saw Tampines North C C heading the medal tally with 8 gold, 3 silver and 4 bronze medals followed by Yio Chu Kang C C (3-2-4), Paya Lebar Kovan CSC (3-1-1) and Aljunied C C (2-1-5). As expected, the event turned out to be highly competitive.

Many matches finished with close scores. A number of them went to the 4th and sudden-death round, putting the supporters on tenterhooks.

Most importantly, the event concluded on a happy note. And the primary objective of providing an opportunity for community bonding was met.

The camaraderie was evident in the poomsae team competition. Each team comprised at least two different ethnic groups. The beauty of it all – they performed with precision and in harmony!

The guest of honour, Mr Patrick Teo, BBM (Chairman, Constituency Sports Club Council) and special guest, Mr Jeremy Tay (Director, North West CDD, People’s Association) were all smiles at the end of the event.

The national demonstration team put up a spectacular performance in their honour. And what an awesome performance it was.

To reflect the importance of the event, Mr Milan Kwee, STF President, was present throughout the inaugural event.   He was visibly satisfied with the conduct of the tournament. At the end of the competition, he personally went round to thank the officials, referees and demonstrators for a job well done.

Mr Kwee would also like to put on record STF’s appreciation to the People’s Association for being a partner in the organizing of the event.

Kyorugi Referee Course for Blackbelts

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The 31st Kyorugi Referee Course will be held on 28 and 29 July and 4 and 5 August 2007.

It is a 12-hour course covering the latest interpretations of the competition rules and regulations.

Blackbelt players are also encouraged to attend the course as it will help them in the understanding of the rules. The knowledge will stand them in good stead in their preparation for the competition and in the competition.

The details of the course and the application form are attached.

Please note that the closing date for registration is 19 July 2007.

Wear STF-designed Uniform

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In the recent tournaments, grading and other events organized by the Singapore Taekwondo Federation (STF) in which ‘dobok’ is the dress code, we found one or two members coming without the STF logo on their uniforms

We would like to remind all affiliates and their members that it is necessary to wear standard STF uniform including the STF crest when it is required for the event.

It can be unpleasant for all involved when we have to bar or disqualify anyone who has breached the uniform rule, from participation. Therefore, we ask for the co-operation of all affiliates and their members in this matter.

34th National Pesta Sukan Taekwondo Championships

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We would like to invite you and your members to participate in the 34th National Pesta Sukan Taekwondo Championships which will be held at Yishun Sports Hall held on the following dates.

  • 11 & 12 August 2007 (Young Junior Category)
  • 25 & 26 August 2007 (Junior & Senior

The relevant documents are attached.

A number of changes have been made for this year’s competition. Here are some of the important ones.

  • Each affiliate is allowed to field only one player per weight category whose grade will be that obtained in the JULY 2007 promotion test or earlier.
  • The ‘National Championships’ coach passes will replace the coach passes for entry into the field of play. Please see paragraph 14 of the Information Sheet for details.

With the changes, we hope that the participants will have a more enjoyable competition.


If you require any further information, you may contact Mr Lee Thiam Poh (Tournament Head) at 9106 4421.

31st Annual General Meeting – Resolutions

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The 31st Annual General Meeting has been scheduled to be held on Sunday, 22 July 2007 at 7.00pm at the STF National Training Centre, Block 80 Lorong Limau #04-191, Singapore 320080.

All resolutions for the meeting should be submitted to the

            Hon Secretary

            Singapore Taekwondo Federation

            260A Tanjong Katong Road

            Singapore 437048

by 6 July 2007.

The agenda for the meeting and the Committee’s reports will be forwarded to you in due course.

The 3 A’s Share the Limelight

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Acme, Assisi and Aljunied finished top three in the 1st National Taekwondo Poomsae Championships held on 17 June 2007 at Toa Payoh Sports Hall.

The tournament attracted 350 participants from 38 clubs.

Acme TKD collected 12 first placings followed by Assisi Hospice Taekwondo Team with 5 and Aljunied CC with 4. While Acme and Aljunied were familiar names at the top of the table in almost every tournament organized by the Singapore Taekwondo Federation, Assisi surprised everyone in its maiden competition.

For the tournament, the seven-judge system was adopted to provide a fairer evaluation of the performances. All the competitors did well under the close scrutiny of the judges. But only a few managed to impress the judges enough to score higher than 8 points out of a possible of 10. Among them were Diana Inshera Lim and Soh Hong Ray. Both represented Assisi.

After scoring more than 8 points for their individual performances, they joined forces to register 8.18 points in the mixed pair category. With two titles and the highest scores under their belts, they were jointly named for the ‘Best Performer’ award.

One of the judges, Ng Lee Noi, commented: “They did not require any sympathy from the judges. They were good and won on their own merits.”

Speaking with STF President, Coach Brian Peh said: “I was surprised. How they achieved such high standards in such a short time? Their discipline and presentation displayed both by the Assisi coach and competitors were also outstanding.”

Assisi also took home the Fighting Spirit Award through Toh Shi Xiang who was a clear winner of the title.

Her citation reads: “Toh Shi Xiang has shown remarkable enthusiasm, courage and resilience to not only participate in the sport but also in this competition. She took up taekwondo about six months ago at Assisi Hospice which introduced the programme as a form of therapy for children with cancer. It was difficult for her but she persevered in the true spirit of the sport and was promoted to yellow belt after 3 months of training.

For the competition, she trained regularly and rigorously just like other athletes. In one training session, she felt weak and unsteady after pushing herself too hard. Instead of calling it quit for the day, she continued training after a short rest. That was not all.

Six days ago, she was hospitalized. She pleaded with the doctor to discharge her because she did not want to miss the competition today. She was allowed to leave only yesterday. Although she was still physically weak, she gallantly went through the routine with all the effort she could garner.

She did not win the top spot. She finished second but she won our admiration for her determination, courage and spiritual strength. She is indeed a worthy winner of the Fighting Spirit Award and an inspiration to us all.”

Liang Seng Sports Equipment Pte Ltd, the Federation’s official supplier, provided the icing on the Assisi’s cake. It presented Assisi Hospice with the Outstanding Achievement Award in recognition of the spectacular achievement of its taekwondo members, more popularly known as Taekwondo Warriors.

Louis Koh, the father of two poom belt participants who finished first in the team event, said: “I am sure the other children can learn a thing or two from the dedication and resilience displayed by the Assisi kids. My children did.”
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Fixtures for PA-STF Taekwondo Championships

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The fixtures for the PA-STF Taekwondo Championships can be downloaded from the attached document. 

If you require any further clarifications, please contact Mr Lee Thiam Poh (Tournament Head) at 9106 4421.

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More About PA-STF Taekwondo Championships

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The attached charts and information for the PA-STF Taekwondo Championships are for team managers to print and bring along for the Team Managers’ Meeting and Drawing of Lots on Saturday 16 June 2007 at 2.00pm at the STF National Training Centre.

If you require any further clarification, please contact Jolene or Theresa at 6345 1491.