The Singapore 2024 World Taekwondo Virtual Taekwondo Championships was held on 16 and 17 November at the Singapore Sports Hub.

The Singapore Taekwondo Federation (STF) Local Organising Committee (LOC) welcomed approximately 120 athletes, including a refugee athlete and about 50 officials from around the world to this inaugural world event. This World Championships mark another significant step
forward for Virtual Taekwondo and Singapore is privileged and honoured to be the host country.

We are proud to present our Team Singapore (TS) Virtual Taekwondo Athletes who represented Singapore at this world stage:

Junior Mixed

• Alexander Khor – Kronos Taekwondo
• Hey Chin Yee – Aptos Taekwondo
• Javis Yap – Acme Sabertooth Taekwondo
• Lee Qin Xuan – Radin Mas Taekwondo
  
  Young Adult Mixed
  
• Justin Peh – Zen Academy
• Nigel Tan – Acme Sabertooth Taekwondo
• Sherri Yap – Sports Team Taekwondo
• Tan Jia Wei – Acme Sabertooth Taekwondo
  
  Young Adult Individual Male
  
• Justin Peh – Zen Academy
• Nigel Tan – Acme Sabertooth Taekwondo
  Young Adult Individual Female
• Sherri Yap – Sports Team Taekwondo
• Tan Jia Wei – Acme Sabertooth Taekwondo
  
  Adult Mixed
  
• Brian Peh – Zen Academy
• Girlene Tan – Raiders Taekwondo
• Koh Poh Ling – Raiders Taekwondo
• Thomas Mok – Hybsport Taekwondo

Our TS Virtual Taekwondo athletes delivered an exceptional performance with a medal tally of four (4) Gold, four (4) Silver, and one (1) Bronze, finishing at the top of the medal table among 23 participating Members National Associations and one Individual Neutral Athlete
(AIN) Team.

This marks a historic achievement for Singapore at the world stage in Taekwondo. Guided by the STF Virtual Taekwondo Committee and Coaching team, we are proud to share the results of this event.

Congratulations to the Team Singapore medallists as follows:

Gold

Javis Yap – Junior Individual Mixed
Justin Peh – Young Adult Individual Male
Tan Jia Wei – Young Adult Individual Female
Brian Peh – Adult Mixed

Silver

Alexander Khor – Junior Individual Mixed
Justin Peh – Young Adult Individual Mixed
Sherri Yap – Young Adult Individual Female
Girlene Tan – Adult Mixed

Bronze

Koh Poh Ling – Adult Mixed

The STF would like to express its deepest gratitude to the LOC, Team Lead and Members of Functional Areas, World Taekwondo, the Singapore National Olympic Council, SportSG, Team Nila, Refract Technologies, Donors, International and Singapore officials and referees, and the entire Taekwondo fraternity for their continuous support in staging this international event.

A special thanks to Ms. Alison Tan, the team physiotherapist, for her exceptional care and dedication to the athletes. Additionally, the STF extends its sincere appreciation to Kwon for generously sponsoring the athletes’ competition attire for this championship.

With the success of presenting Virtual Taekwondo Championships to the global Taekwondo Community, the STF is earnestly looking forward to Virtual Taekwondo being included in Major Games in the near future.

Virtual Taekwondo Committee

Chairman: Mr. Lim Peng Siah Johnny
Co-Chairman: Mr. Alvin Tan Cheng Hui
Members: Mr. Lim Keng Leong, Mr. Ng Keng Boon, Mr. Sim Ting Hao Benjamin,
Ms. Koh Li Ling Jolin, Ms. Teo Jie Yu and Ms. Teo Wen Pei

Virtual Taekwondo Coaching Team

Head Coach: Mr. Sim Ting Hao Benjamin
Coaches & Trainers: Mr. Cullen Ang Cheng Tar, Ms. Jina Poh and Ms. Teo Jie Yu

STF Local Organising Committee

Chairman: Mr. Johnny Lim Peng Siah
Co-Chairman: Mr. Alvin Tan Cheng Hui
Treasurer: Mr. Koh Chin Beng
Assistant Treasurer: Mr. Aaron Huang
Members: Mr. Andy Lee Thiam Poh, Mr. David Koh, Mr. Lim Keng Leong, Ms. Monique Heah, Mr. Steven Lam and Mr. Wong Zhen Kang

Singapore International Referees

Mr. Darran Lee Thiam Huat, Mr. Roy Tan Kok Heng, Mr. Michael Ho, Mr. Ng Keng Boon and Ms. Lim Hui Hsien.

The 33rd Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) is scheduled to be held from 9 December to 20 December 2025 in Bangkok-Chonburi and Songkhla, Thailand.

The STF will be conducting a Closed Selection for the 33rd SEA Games.

Please be informed that the closed selection for 33rd SEA Games Poomsae Event will remain on 11 – 13 April 2025 while the closed selection for 33rd SEA Games Kyorugi Event has been rescheduled to 29 – 30 March 2025 due to an update in the calendar of International Championships.

Important Notes:

• The Closed Selection is only open to athletes in the STF 2025 National Development Squad (NDS).
• Registration and selection details for Kyorugi Events will be sent to STF 2025 NDS athletes via email by 14 March 2025.
• Registration and selection details for Poomsae Events will be sent to STF 2025 NDS athletes via email by 24 March 2025.
  
  Please refer to the attached Selection Policy for 33rd Southeast Asian Games which was posted on the STF website on 26 November 2024 (SELECTION POLICY FOR 33RD SOUTHEAST ASIAN GAMES – Singapore Taekwondo Federation 新加坡跆拳道总会).

Aptos Taekwondo is dedicated to imparting the values and benefits of Taekwondo to both young and adult students. We strive to create a nurturing environment where students can grow and excel in their martial arts journey.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Customer Relationship Executive cum Admin Executive to join our team. The ideal candidate will manage and ensure the smooth operations of our schools while building strong relationships with our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to all inquiries (walk-ins, emails, telephone, etc.) promptly and professionally.
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• Process payments and manage financial transactions.
• Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Proficient in English and Mandarin (for interacting with Mandarin-speaking customers).
• Female candidates preferred (for assisting very young female students during classes).
• Cheerful and enthusiastic disposition.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to interact politely with customers.
• Ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Initiative to ensure customer satisfaction and retention.

Relevant administrative experience is preferred, but candidates without experience may also be considered.

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• Be part of a supportive and dynamic team.
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• If you have a passion for customer service and administration, and are excited to be part of a dedicated team, we would love to hear from you!

Remuneration:

• To be discussed during the interview

Location:

• City Square Mall
• Heartbeat@Bedok

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