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SWISS CLUB
A Note from the Editor Club Management, Staff and Reservations Committee A Word from the Committee Welcomes and Farewells Opening Hours A Message from the General Manager
The Swiss Club Welcomes the Vienna Boys’ Choir
DINING
The Mighty Lion Welcomes the Loyal Dog
8 On the Menu March and April 9 Seasonal Specials 11 On the Wine List
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13 The Mighty Lion Welcomes the Loyal Dog 14 An Evening to Remember 16 The Swiss Club Welcomes the Vienna Boys’ Choir
SPORTS
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Spo(r)t On! Brit and Swiss Kids Unite for Joint Football Training Swiss Triumph Pitch Perfect! Swiss Club Swimming Championships 2018 Get Active The Club is Our Playground!
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Meet a Member: A Family of Great Sports: The Swiss Family Aschwanden Meet a Member: The Swiss Club: A Brunner Family Tradition A Month of Film-Going and Ocean Mapping Students Take Charge and Implement Change Meet a Staffer: Meet Mark Our New Sous Chef Swiss Club Members are Now Welcome at ONE°15 Marina Last Word Fitness, Friends, Fun!
Swiss Club Members are Now Welcome at ONE°15 Marina
Pitch Perfect!
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The Club is Our Playground!
A Note from the Editor Dear Members,
It’s hard to believe that this is the second issue of the year for ‘Relax’. Then again, February was a short month, punctuated with Valentine’s Day and the Lunar New Year. I hope that you celebrated at least one of these happy occasions at the Swiss Club. Every time I visit the Club, there is something new to see. The shiny bright playgrounds are beautiful, and make me wish I were a child again. I especially love the exquisite ‘stump art’, which adds an air of enchantment to the area. Not to forget the sports field, which is incredibly impressive with its cushioned artificial turf and immaculate finish. I feel sure that these improved facilities impress not only Swiss Club Members, but all who set foot on your beautiful grounds, including visitors from the Singapore Cricket Club and ONE°15. Conversely, I hope you are enjoying the freedom of choice enabled by the new reciprocal benefits with these two prestigious but distinctly different Clubs. How wonderful that one Membership lets you dine amid jungle, in town and by the sea! Enjoy this issue of ‘Relax’. It’s chock-full of new developments, including tantalising new dining promotions and new wellness and fitness classes. Did someone say choc? Happy Easter! Warmest regards,
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CLUB MANAGEMENT, STAFF AND RESERVATIONS CLUB
FOOD & BEVERAGE
Carsten Kjeldmann, General Manager E: carsten.kjeldmann@swissclub.org.sg DID: 6591 9421
Aaron Lim, F&B Operations Service Manager E: aaron.lim@swissclub.org.sg DID: 6591 9457
MEMBERSHIP
Adrian Vogt, Executive Chef E: adrian.vogt@swissclub.org.sg DID: 6591 9428
Serene Yee, Member Relations Manager E: serene.yee@swissclub.org.sg DID: 6591 9426 FINANCE
MARKETING & EVENTS
Lydia Zhai, Chief Accountant E: lydia.zhai@swissclub.org.sg DID: 6591 9450
Paulina Halim, Marketing & Events Manager E: paulina.halim@swissclub.org.sg DID: 6591 9430
FACILITIES & MAINTENANCE
SPORTS & RECREATION
Mohamed Aslam Bin Mohamed Omar, Facilities & Maintenance Manager E: mohd.aslam@swissclub.org.sg DID: 6491 9455
Haresh Kumar, Sports & Recreation Manager E: haresh.kumar@swissclub.org.sg DID: 6591 9438
Kumar Samy, Grounds & Housekeeping Manager E: samy.kumar@swissclub.org.sg DID: 6591 9451
ADMIN & HR
THE GUESTHOUSE ROOM RESERVATIONS E: theguesthouse@swissclub.org.sg T: 6591 9420
COMMITTEE
Apple Chew, Administration & Human Resources Manager E: chinphing.chew@swissclub.org.sg DID: 6591 9422 DINING RESERVATIONS W: www.swissclub.org.sg/restaurants T: 6591 9420 F: 6591 9452
MEMBERS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Rolf Gerber President E: president@swissclub.org.sg or rolf.gerber@swissclub.org.sg
Adrian Jacklowsky Deputy President E: deputypres@swissclub.org.sg or adrian.jacklowsky@swissclub.org.sg
Markus Blattmann Treasurer E: treasurer@swissclub.org.sg or markus.blattmann@swissclub.org.sg
Michael Bell Secretary E: secretary@swissclub.org.sg or michael.bell@swissclub.org.sg
Felix Kobel Sports E: felix.kobel@swissclub.org.sg Mel Koehler Sports E: mel.koehler@swissclub.org.sg Caroline Steger F&B, Guesthouse E: caroline.steger@swissclub.org.sg Claudia Keller F&B, Guesthouse E: Claudia.keller@swissclub.org.sg Robbie Hills Marketing/Members Relations E: robbie.hills@swissclub.org.sg Pooja Agarwal Marketing/Members Relations E: pooja.agarwal@swissclub.org.sg William Forwood Property & Masterplan
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A Word from the
Committee
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While there is no doubt of the heritage and the ‘Swissness’ of the Club, which is something that needs to be preserved, the true international flavour of the Club is what attracts us and keeps us coming back.
Guten Tag, Ni Hao, Hello, Bonjour and G’day, Welcome fellow Swiss Club Members to this edition of ‘Relax’. My name is Robbie and I am one of the newly elected Committee Members. My wife Kathy, my daughters, Charlotte, Madison and Isabella joined the Club about 8 years ago. We are an Australian family who have been living in Singapore for 10 years and we find that the Club is the perfect place to spend time together and have fun. Whether it is experiencing a lazy Sunday ‘arvo’ (afternoon) by the pool with friends while enjoying a few cold beers and an early kids’ dinner, the occasional special dinner in Arbenz or working out in the gym (not often enough), the Club has always been a favourite place of ours. When we look at the breakdown of members by nationality, the Top 5 are: Swiss (23%), German (17%,), Singaporean (13%), French (12%) and British (11%). (Aussies come in at number 6 with 5%!) A truly international Club indeed. While there is no doubt of the heritage and the ‘Swissness’ of the Club, which is something that needs to be preserved, the true international flavour of the Club is what attracts us and keeps us coming back. It is what also has the potential to attract new Members. When I had the opportunity to join the Committee and help to guide, develop and build the strategy to futureproof our Club, I jumped at the chance. The entire Committee is 100% focused on improving our Club and ensuring its long-term success for generations to come. As a Committee, we want to ensure full and open transparency with all Members and we pledge to give continual updates on what the Committee and the Club Management are doing to improve the Club today, tomorrow and into the years to come.
There are two main areas I would like all Members to be aware of: Firstly, you may well know that we have engaged the services of specialised Club consultants who have concluded and presented an initial report to the Management and Committee. That report, which is based on a number of site visits and interviews with Members, Staff and Management, has made a number of recommendations. These recommendations are being looked at now but include everything from how to provide a better experience when arriving at the Club to newly designed restaurant facilities, new IT, AV and ordering systems, air conditioned cafes and many more interesting suggestions. One area of the report that is key (and has to occur since it is for Government regulatory reasons) is that we need to change the design of the Pergola, the Tandoori Corner and kitchens. To that end, the Club is currently running a rigorous proposal process to select a local architectural firm to design and manage the renovation for our Club. The proposal for the design and investment will be presented at the Club’s AGM in September, although the Committee will communicate on progress and findings along the way. As part of my Committee role, I sit on the Marketing and Membership Subcommittee. Recently, the Marketing team has been working very hard to look at options on how to engage better with Swiss currently living in Singapore and who are not yet Members. You will soon see a number of new Member drives targeting this particular audience. Please help to tell your friends! Finally, I would like to wish all those who celebrate it, a very safe and Happy Easter. Cheers,
R. Hills
Robbie Hills Marketing/Members Relations robbie.hills@swissclub.org.sg
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The Swiss Club welcomes: Name Rolf Blaser Luzi Sproll & Fabienne Aggeler Jonathan & Joanna Donne Tasso & Cristina Flath Jens Ruebbert & Gabrielle Sanders-Ruebbert Leigh G Stewart & Lesley E Irvine-Stewart Patrick & Christin Kos Julien Boisdron & Juliette Lepage-Boisdron Christoph Matthes & Nicole Tretwer-Matthes Grant & Sofia Coombe Christoph Zaenglein
Type of Membership Ordinary Ordinary Associate Transferable Associate Transferable Associate Transferable Associate Transferable Swiss / Non-Swiss Nominee Non-Swiss Nominee Non-Swiss Nominee Term Term
The Swiss Club farewells: Type of Membership Ordinary Ordinary Ordinary Ordinary / Associate Associate Associate Associate Associate Associate Associate Associate Associate Associate Associate Transferable
Name Wilfried Kofmehl Manfred Rist Simon & Rita Spalinger Rico Jacober & Tanja Czichy-Jacober Markus & Venicia Dolenga Jan Carlos & Delia Hufnagel Dirk & Christine Kronshage Roman Claus Lueth Eike Torsten & Claudia Merz Oh Bao Jin Florence Thomas & Yvonne Wolf Ralf-Klaus & Isabella Wunderlich Raymond & Kaori Zage Mark Sebastian & Julia Constance Elser
Name Martin Rudden & Jane Fraser-Rudden Patrik & Fabienne Kronig Alexander & Nadine El Helw Stephane Michel & Wendy Isabell Van Mullekom-Gautrais Fadlon Binte Hussin & Chew Kai Ann Norman & Kaye Mummery David Robert & Maria Johnson Hania & Andrew Oddie Matthias & Diana Pfister
OPENING HOURS CLUB PREMISES
THE GUESTHOUSE/RECEPTION
Daily: 07:00 – Midnight
T: 6591 9420 Daily: 10:00 – 20:00
DINING OUTLETS ARBENZ T: 6591 9424 Closed on Mon and Tue Lunch: Wed – Sun, 12:00 – 15:00 (Last orders: 14:30) Dinner: Wed – Sun, 18:30 – 23:00 (Last orders: 22:00)
SPORTS FACILITIES 07:00 – 23:00 07:00 – 22:30* 07:00 – 22:00 07:00 – 22:30 07:00 – 23:00*
For restaurant reservations, please call 6591 9420 between 10:00 – 20:00. After office hours, please call 6591 9431. Online restaurant reservations www.swissclub.org.sg/ restaurants
PERGOLA T: 6591 9431 Mon – Sun: 08:00 – 23:00 (breakfast buffet from 08:00, à la carte breakfast from 09:00) (Last food order: 21:45; Last beverage order: 22:30)
Dress Code: Smart attire (E.g.: polo shirt, short or long-sleeved shirt, long trousers, closed shoes) Lunch Sat and All Day Sun: Casual attire (no singlets, slippers, sports attire or swimsuits)
Daily Tennis/Padel Court Football Field Leisure Pool Gym Multicourt
Type of Membership Associate Transferable Swiss Nominee Non-Swiss Nominee Non-Swiss Nominee Non-Swiss Nominee Non-Swiss Nominee Term Term Term
Mon – Fri Lap Pool Sports Hall
TANDOORI CORNER T: 6591 9431 Mon – Tue: Closed Lunch: Wed – Sun, 11:30 – 15:00 (Last order: 14:30) Dinner: Wed – Sun, 18:00 – 21:45 (Last order: 21:30) JUNGLE BAR Fri – Sun: 10:00 – 22:00 Mon – Thu: Closed (open for banquet and sport events only) (Last food order: 21:45; Last beverage order: 22:00)
06:00 – 22:00 18:00 – 22:00
*Can be booked for exclusive usage
Weekends, Public and GESS School Holidays Lap Pool 07:00 – 22:00 Sports Hall 07:00 – 22:00** Outlet opening hours are subject to changes. **Fees apply for usage of Sports Hall. Prior booking is required.
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A Message from the
Dear Members,
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General Manager
I wish to thank all four teams that participated and took their Sunday morning off to play or help in the ‘welcome back’ social and very friendly soccer tournament on 11 February.
Hope you have had a fabulous past two months, both at and outside of the Swiss Club. It seems like only yesterday when happy ‘cowboys’ celebrated New Year’s Eve at the Rifle Lounge and the almighty Chinese Lion danced his way through the Club, ushering in the Dog and bringing prosperity, health and blessings to us all. As we gear up for the many excellent promotions and activities for March and April, I encourage you to browse through ‘Relax’, as our Swiss Club’s employees work hard to ensure there is something for everyone. Do enjoy! Reflecting on the many ‘big & small’ improvements made at the Club, I kindly ask for your help and assistance to convey this message to our junior Members and kids so we help each other to keep the Club in good shape. With the two playgrounds completed, we hope everyone is having fantastic fun! Yet we encourage adults to keep a watchful eye on play to avoid unwanted accidents. For the sake of hygiene, food and drinks are best enjoyed at our restaurants, poolside and grassy areas, and leftovers and trash placed in the waste bins. Many favourable comments have been received on the new recycled paper takeaway boxes and cups vs. the plastic ones. Thank you for that. In the quest to be more environmentally friendly, we also ask for your help to dispose of these containers when finished, as litter is unappealing, whether it’s made from paper or plastic! Whether you play football, touch-rugby or simply like the feel of the newly refurbished soccer pitch, we appeal to all Members to take care of this facility, so it can last for years to come. We have, in the past, observed ‘scooters’ and bicycles being ridden there, and that is simply not
acceptable. Neither should the goals be moved or dragged around, as it damages the turf. The Club has invested a considerable amount of money, so let’s take care of the Club property. On a lighter note, I wish to thank all four teams that participated and took their Sunday morning off to play or help in the ‘welcome back’ social and very friendly soccer tournament on 11 February. It was won by the Club’s Social Tuesday Team ‘The German All Stars’. Congratulations to the team. A sincere thank you goes to Haresh Kumar, our appointed Sports Manager, for his dedication to this project, as well as our main contractor Kohup Sports and our time-lapse videographer Eric Eng, for ensuring we can all enjoy this project on the Swiss Club website in months to come. Talking about football, the Club will be hosting the Swiss Club ‘World Cup’ in conjunction with the televised FIFA World Cup and our Summer Membership programme. We are looking for participating players and teams for what no doubt will become an International Culinary, Cultural and Friendship Football Fair. Contact us on membership@swissclub.org.sg for more details. Last but not least, mark your calendars for the Party of the Year – this year’s Swiss Club Oktoberfest 2018 will be held on 26-30 September. Happy Easter and see you at the Club! Warmest regards, Carsten Kjeldmann General Manager carsten.kjeldmann@swissclub.org.sg “Swiss Club, the Home for All Nationalities”
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ON THE MENU March and April
Revisit old favourites and broaden your culinary horizons by indulging in seasonal offerings from our special short-term menus. From fabulously fresh fish air-flown from New Zealand to heady wild garlic dishes, there’s no end of delicacies to delight you in March and April.
M O N DA Y
Cheers for Beers! Enjoy 50% off all draft beers, all day
T U E S DA Y
Kids ‘r’ Kings ’n’ Queens Kids eat for free with every adult main course ordered, all day
W E D N E S DA Y Raclette Nights $16.50 per portion
T H U R S DA Y
Seasonal Fresh Fish from New Zealand A variety of exquisite dishes showcasing premium seafood from the pristine waters of New Zealand
F R I DA Y
Wine and Whisky Tasting Complimentary Wine and Whisky Tasting
Terms and conditions apply.
I N C E L E B R A T I O N O F. . . 7 - 9 March
25 – 27 April
International Women’s Day Lunch featuring…
Administrative Professionals’ Day 2018
Scallop Carpaccio, Soy Truffle Dressing and Salmon Caviar
Enjoy 50% OFF every second Executive Set Menu ordered
Angus Beef Tagliata, Sauce Béarnaise, Potato Mousseline and Baby Vegetables OR Poached Cod Fillet, Dashi Braised Daikon, Thai Asparagus and Citrus Sauce Assorted Macarons
SEASONA L SPECIA LS MARCH 1 - 15 (11am – 9.30pm daily) Wild About Wild Garlic featuring… Angel Hair Pasta with Homemade Wild Garlic Pesto and Sun-dried Tomatoes $14.50 Grilled Sour Dough Bread, Roast Organic Beef, Wild Garlic Crème, Pickled Cucumber, Fennel Seeds and Baked Beet $12.90 Spring Greens Salad with Kale, Baby Spinach, Arugula, Green Peas, Avocado, Edamame, Baby Radish, Wild Garlic, Lentil, Mint and Tahini $14.50 16 - 31 (11am – 9.30pm daily) Hainanese Chicken Rice Chowdown Steamed/Roasted $11.90
APRIL 1 - 30 (11am – 9.30pm daily) Turkish Kebab featuring… Authentic Turkish Kebab Served in Turkish Flatbread, Shredded Vegetables, Onion and Tomato with a Choice of Yoghurt or Mint Yoghurt $10.50
44March March 2018 2018 || Arbenz Arbenz 11:00 11:00 -- 15:00 15:00 Member Member $55 $55 || Guest Guest $65 $65 Children (5-12) Children (5-12) $30 $30 Free FreeFlow Flow of of Champagne, Champagne, Housepour Housepour Wine Wine and and Beer Beer atat$40 $40 per per person person
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EASTER BRUNCH MEEM MB BE ER R $$77 5 5 M NO ON NM ME EM MB BE ER R $$ 8 85 5 N CH HIILLD DR RE EN N ((55-1122 )) $ $5 55 5 C
ON THE W INE LIST March
Calmel & Joseph Villa Blanche Chardonnay 2016 $65 per bottle $14 per 150ml glass
Domaine Mathiflo ‘Les Coteaux’ Côtes du Rhône Rouge 2016
The aromas are particularly expressive in this rather hot vintage, with stone fruit such as apricot or vine peach, evolving to floral notes of acacia blossom and aniseed.
The nose, bright and slightly spicy, reveals a bouquet of red berries. The round and elegant mouth offers a beautiful harmonious whole with silky and mellow tannins.
E, HOM T A K E S AV O U R ! AND S AV E
$65 per bottle $14 per 150ml glass
Calmel & Joseph Villa Blanche Chardonnay 2016
Domaine Mathiflo ‘Les Coteaux’ Côtes du Rhône Rouge 2016
Mixed Case
Take home
Take home
3 bottles of white & 3 bottles of red @ $276
6 bottles @ $270 $45 per bottle
6 bottles @ $282 $47 per bottle
Take home
Terms and conditions apply.
April Rutini Trumpeter Torrontes 2016, Tupungato, Mendoza $65 per bottle $14 per 150ml glass
Rutini Trumpeter Malbec 2017, Tupungato, Mendoza
The Trumpeter Torrontes is a unique white wine with distinctive floral aromatic character. Enticing aromas of white peaches are accompanied with hints of jasmine and rose.
Trumpeter Malbec displays an inky and dense color with attractive cherry aromas and a touch of cinnamon and sweet spice. A full, fruity wine, with excellent body and intense tannins.
E, HOM T A K E S AV O U R ! AND S AV E
$65 per bottle $14 per 150ml glass
Rutini Trumpeter Torrontes 2016, Tupungato, Mendoza
Rutini Trumpeter Malbec 2017, Tupungato, Mendoza
Mixed Case
Take home
Take home
3 bottles of white & 3 bottles of red @ $276
6 bottles @ $270 $45 per bottle
6 bottles @ $282 $47 per bottle
Take home
Terms and conditions apply.
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The Mighty Lion Welcomes the Loyal Dog In keeping with tradition, the Swiss Club staged a spectacular lion dance to usher in the Year of the Dog, on 25 February. NOISE, POISE AND BLESSINGS Kicking off at 10.30am, the internationally acclaimed and highly skilled Wen Yang Lion Dance Troupe commenced its noisy procession at the Guesthouse lobby, then pranced and danced and drummed its way to Level 2 of the Guesthouse. It proceeded to grace the new playground, the Jungle Bar, Pergola, including the kitchen, Arbenz, the Rifle lounge and the Management offices. The pomp and pageantry included a spectacular ‘3 War Drums’ performance and the familiar Chai Qing ceremony, whereby the frisky lion plucks the auspicious greens to bestow blessings on the premises and its occupants.
13 MORE ACTION WITH MUAY THAI After the lion dance, all present were invited to witness an equally skillful and energetic muay thai demonstration by Island Wellness, which took place on the giant chess board. It completed a perfect day of oriental arts, sports and traditions.
A SELLOUT SUCCESS The Chinese Reunion Dinner on 15 February at Arbenz was fully booked in the week prior to the joyous occasion, with 62 pax tucking into an abundant feast of auspicious and delicious dishes. Our staff members Yusri, Kamil and Su presided over the preparation of the yu sheng salad of raw fish and auspicious ingredients, complete with the recitation of the traditional sayings that accompany the addition of each symbolic ingredient.
Menu H o j u n u m a k uc h i , mon jai f us hu ts u J um a i Da i G inj o
A night with Guest Chef Karl Dobler from Table at 7 Member $128 Guest $138
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RSVP by 13 April 2018
Sake Pairing Dinner
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An Evening to Remember
The weather was perfect, the music was just right, and the food was superb. Valentine’s Day dinner at the Swiss Club checked all the boxes, and then some. NO PRETTIER PLACE TO BE Testimony to the success of last year’s event, several couples came with fond memories of last year’s event, and high expectations of this one. They were not disappointed. In total, 11 couples and a table of 14 enjoyed an evening of wonderful food and live music. The tables were set around our elegantly upgraded pool, against the backdrop of the mysterious jungle. Notes of sweet
guitar and smouldering saxophone drifted through the balmy evening year, mingling with the tinkling of glasses and lively conversation. A FOOD LOVER’S FEAST The feast began with a shared platter of slow-cooked octopus, ginger, beetroot, celery puree scallop carpaccio, soy truffle dressing, caviar and uni… and concluded with an exquisite strawberry dessert. A second entrée comprised a delicate crab macaron and
avocado mousse, followed by succulent slices of whole angus prime rib, sauce béarnaise and peppercorn with dark chocolate infused jus, served from the carving trolley and accompanied by potato truffle gratin and assorted baby vegetables. Suffice to say that many compliments were conveyed to the chef. SURPRISES AND PRIZES To top it all off, three lucky couples took home prizes – two pairs of tickets to the musical Evita. Congratulations to May Cotting and Guyu Shyr, who each won a pair of tickets to the musical extravaganza Evita, and to Fabian Grone, who won the luxury travel prize of a 3D2N stay at Temptation Angkor. Thanks to all who wined and dined with their Valentines at the Swiss Club – it is without a doubt one of the most romantic settings in all of Singapore.
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The Swiss Club Welcomes the
Vienna Boys’ Choir
photos courtesy of www.lukasbeck.com
As the Official Club of the recent ‘See Sing Study and Socialise’ 5-day visit from the world-renowned Vienna Boys’ Choir, from 11 to 15 January 2018, the Swiss Club was delighted to host the boys for a friendly football match on 14 January. The finale performance on 15 January was a tour de force of organisational prowess, bringing together the voices of Vienna Boys’ Choir together with the choirs of eight local choirs under the banner of kids’ philharmonic@sg.
A FUN DAY OUT The day out at the Swiss Club was a delight for the boys and all involved. They played against boys from Dulwich College, Singapore. As you could tell from the happy and relaxed smiles on the boys’ faces, it was a welcome break from the rigorous rehearsals and performances that a place in the choir demands. A MUSICAL MISSION Anyone who had the pleasure of attending one of the Choir’s performances at the Esplanade will attest to the sublime experience of appreciating their music performed live in a state-of-the-art concert hall. Led by the exuberant, young maestro Luiz de Godoy, their highly trained and innately sweet young voices were in divine harmony. The mixed ethnicities of the faces were a heartening show of diversity and inclusiveness.
In addition to live performances, the Choirs’ schedule included dialogue sessions with teachers and conductors and masterclass workshops with budding young local musicians. The overwhelming response confirms the truth in the saying that music is a language that transcends all others.
ABOUT THE VIENNA BOYS’ CHOIR The Choir is over 500 years old and boasts past affiliates such as Mozart, Schubert, Bruckner and Haydn. It is one of the world’s most travelled professional performing children’s arts groups. Every year, it performs to over 300,000 people in over 300 concerts around the world.
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Celebrating the most amazing woman in the universe
Arbenz Restaurant | Sunday, 13 May 2018 | 11:00 - 15:00
Member $75 | Guest $85 Children (5-12) $55
Free Flow Champagne, Housepour Wine and Beer $40 per person RSVP by 9 May 2018 Further information call 65919420 email recept@swissclub.org.sg
A Reel
FREE ENTRY
Good Time SATURDAY NIGHT MOVIES Screening
The Croods
Saturday, 17 March 2018
Frozen
Saturday, 21 April 2018 Venue
Chess Area at the Swiss Club
(or at The Pavilion, in the event of wet weather)
Stay tuned for more details, coming soon!
Food and drinks will be available for sale
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SPO RT O N!
New Ways to Move It, Move It Try something new and novel in a free, no-obligation trial class we have one for adults and one for kids. And if you like it, take advantage of our Exclusive Members’ offers and sign up. A minimum of 5 participants is required to start regular classes.
BALANCE YOUR CHAKRAS WITH YOGA AND DANCE!
Mix up your fitness routine. Try these new activities!
SELF-DISCOVERY THROUGH MOVEMENT (FOR KIDS)
Chakras are energy centres of your body. Chakrabalancing is a combination of Yoga and Dancing, also called Moving Meditation.
Help your child develop their confidence, motor and social skills and discover the joy of movement through this dynamic discipline.
This introductory class is about: • Listening to your body through meditation • Increasing body awareness and consciousness through yoga exercises and moving meditation • Dancing steps inspired by Flamenco, Classical Indian Dance and Bellydance = American Tribal Style® Bellydance • Activating and balancing your Chakras to feel healthy and happy • Includes essential oil and a snack to enhance the balancing of your Chakras
During this introductory class, kids will be exposed to a range of conditioning exercises to improve their body co-ordination, build strength and increase flexibility. They will learn fundamental parkour movements including: • Balance • Landing • Jumping • Climbing • Vaulting Safety is always the number one priority. Kids will learn to understand their body, their capabilities as well as their limits. Learning parkour actually makes them safer, as they become stronger, more coordinated and more resilient, while learning specific techniques for breaking falls, over time. www.superfly.sg
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EXCLUSIVE MEMBERS’ OFFER Enjoy a free trial session exclusively for Swiss Club Members on 22 March 2018, 8.30am and 27 March 2018, 5.00pm at the Aerobics Studio. For registration, please contact Isabelle Mokross at 8868 9410.
@SuperflyMonkeyDragons @superflymonkeydragons EXCLUSIVE MEMBERS’ OFFER Enjoy a free trial session exclusively for Swiss Club Members on 24 March 2018, 11.00am on various obstacles around the Club. For registration, please contact Derrick at 8511 5510.
Article courtesy of Haresh Kumar, Swiss Club Sports & Recreation Manager
Brit and Swiss Kids Unite for Joint Football Training Cosmo United Football Academy (CUFA) will be conducting Joint Football Training for Kids from both the British Club and the Swiss Club under a new collaborative initiative. NOTE: Members of both Cubs are required to furnish Membership number to CUFA for registration. *GST applies.
7 April – 30 June 2018 Saturdays, 9am – 10.30am Where: Swiss Club Sports Field When:
Open to players born… Who:
How much:
British Club Swiss Club 01.01.2007 to 01.01.2007 to 31.12.2012 30.06.2015 Term fees @ $520 ($40 per session)* For new sign-ups, a one-time registration fee of $70 includes CUFA apparel. Refundable deposit of $50 also applies.
For further information, please contact Olliver Marx at 9821 3869
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Golf is the closest game to the game we call life. You get bad breaks from good shots; you get good breaks from bad shots – but you have to play the ball where it lies. Bobby Jones
German-Swiss Golf Club
COMPETITION SCHEDULE MARCH 2018 MEDAL ROUND Date
Sunday, 24 March 2018
Tee-off commences
Midday
Venue
Sembawang Golf Course, Singapore
Format
Stableford
Registration by
19 March 2018
APRIL 2018 MEDAL ROUND Date
Sunday, 29 April 2018
Tee-off commences
Morning
Venue
Ria Bintan*
Format
Stableford
Registration by
23 April 2018
*Subject to changes
INTERESTED IN PLAYING GOLF? If you would like to join our golfing group, take part in or register for one of the competitions, or find out more, please contact: Joachim Herrmann, Golf Convenor M: 8121 8902 E: germanswissgolfclub@gmail.com
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Despite the rain, the beginning of the year has been busy on the tennis courts, with two intensive and fun ladies’ camps already held.
HARD-HITTING TRAINING The aim of the ladies’ camps is to help Swiss Club teams prepare for their league matches. As you read these lines, they ladies are giving their all to proudly fly the Swiss Club flag throughout Singapore. Good luck, ladies!
Here are the results: 8 & Under Winner Henry Grieb Runner-up Liesel Rigby 10 & Under Winner Mathieu Tassilly Runner-up Adrien Hakime
The men are also representing Swiss Club in interclub leagues. I am confident that this year they can reach the semifinal! DAVIS CUP COMEBACK In February, the racquet committee, led by Thierry De Panafieu, brought back the Davis Cup event at the Swiss Club. It was a resounding success – and the mixing of padel, tennis, women’s and men’s players made the event all the more compelling. At the end of the weekend, the four competing teams attained the following ranking: 1. Switzerland 2. France 3. Rest of the World (ROTW) 4. Germany Congratulations, guys! JUBILANT JUNIORS In January, we held the first Juniors’ tournament of the year. The level of the kids has swiftly risen, and credit should be given to the commitment and focus of the young players. The first day of the tournament was a washout due to heavy rain, so the second day was very busy and the kids bravely played on, match after match.
12 & Under Winner Axel Raber Runner-up Maxime Schweizer Open Winner Lucas Aschwanden Runner-up Janick Arm
Congratulations to all participants.
Check out the Swiss Club newsletter for information on upcoming tennis events. See you on court!
Article and photos courtesy of Pierre Capdeville, 40XV Tennis Director
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SWISS TRIUMPH Team Switzerland is the champion of the 2018 Davis Cup! Fun was the winning formula and name of the game.
Team Germany
Team Switzerland
FRIENDS THAT PLAY TOGETHER, WIN TOGETHER The Swiss triumphed over France, Germany, and the Rest of the World (ROTW), in the return of the Swiss Club’s highly anticipated 2-day event. The underdogs of the tournament, the Swiss team beat France 3-2 in the finals to clinch the title. Team Captain Stefan Rothlin, who literally jumped for joy, said their goal for the competition was strictly to have fun. And fun they had! After a 5-year hiatus, the Swiss Club’s 2018 Davis Cup was a smashing success. Graced with excellent sunny weather, all participants agreed they had a really good time together. There was no better feeling than having different nations mingle in the spirit of sportsmanship under one roof. The last Swiss Club Davis Cup was in 2013, when Germany won the title.
Despite missing out on the trophy, the other teams made their home countries proud. Team France, led by captain Pierre Lorinet, came in second. Team ROTW, led by captain Matt Sib, came in third. Plagued by injuries and illness, however, Team Germany led by captain Rudi Prenzlin, came in fourth. All three teams vow revenge next year.
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This has been one of the best weeks as a team. We really had a good time together. Roger Federer
The spirit of the event recalled the words of tennis great, Roger Federer, reflecting on his team’s performance at the Davis Cup 2014,
Article and photos courtesy of Aileen Aschwanden
Team ROTW
Team France
“This has been one of the best weeks as a team. We really had a good time together.” We shared his sentiments. CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL At the end of the day, fun was the name of the game and it was a win for everyone!
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Pitch Perfect! S P O R T S
Since 12 December 2017, the Swiss Club’s sports field has undergone a tremendous makeover. Now that the upgrading works are complete, we have a near-perfect pitch to call our own. SAFETY FIRST
DOMO Duraforce 50mm Turf
After eight weeks of intensive upgrading, we now have a state-of-the-art pitch with DOMO Duraforce 50mm (FIFA Quality Pro) Turf and 20mm ProPlay Shockpads, which meet stringent safety requirements including the Head Impact Criteria set for rugby.
A PITCH TRANSFORMED
Old Pitch
SBR Infill Sand Infill ProPlay Shockpads
12 December to 4 February 2018
Removal of Old Turf and Infills
Installation of ProPlay Shockpads
Installation of DOMO Duraforce 50mm Turf and Infills
Swiss Club Swimming Championships 2018 On 22 April, we will be holding the annual Swiss Club Swimming championships once again at the Swiss Club lap pool. A FAMILY AFFAIR There will be races for Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke and Butterfly across various age groups, together with some fun races including the ever-popular mothers’ and fathers’ race. In accordance with tradition, the Championships will conclude with the absolute highlight of the day, the family race. Based on the outcome of the family race, one family will earn bragging rights for a whole year as the ‘best swimming family’ of the Swiss Club.
Besides great swimming, there will be lively music and yummy food for refueling between races. See you for a splashing good time on the 22 April! INTERESTED IN COMPETING IN THE SWISS CLUB SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS? For more information, please contact: E: swiss@aquaducks.com.sg
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WELCOME BACK SOCIAL
In celebration of the successful completion of the upgrading works, Swiss Club hosted a fun-filled and action-packed Welcome Back Pitch Social on 11 February 2018. The new pitch was christened with games played by Swiss Football teams, German All Stars and the Hosting team. The latter comprised staff from the Swiss Club and Kohup Sports, the company that was appointed to resurface the pitch. The pitch is now all set for football, rugby and other ball sports – including a fun game of Frisbee with friends!
Swiss Club corner flagpoles
Bleacher benches for spectators
THE MEN BEHIND THE UPGRADED PITCH
Article courtesy of Haresh Kumar, Swiss Club Sports & Recreation Manager Photos courtesy of Penn Studio: www.penn-studio.com
Turn Back Time at the Gym
GET ACT VE
Despite the common complaints that gym-going is ‘boring’ and ‘tedious’, resistance training at a gym can take you back to the body confidence of your youth. GYM STRATEGY Training in the gym is more than using a treadmill or the bike. The biggest potential benefit of gym training sessions is the engaging of your muscles via resistance training. What is resistance training? Simply put, movements that cause your muscles to contract against an external force or your body weight. The benefits of doing this are numerous and far-reaching. It increases your muscle mass,
prevents premature ageing, fights against muscle atrophy (loss of muscle mass) and improves your posture. Yes, resistance training is anti-ageing. ANTI-AGEING BENEFITS The inclusion of flexibility and agility drills will train your mind to teach your body to react faster and restore the confidence you had in your youth. Furthermore, expert guidance will allow you enjoy the full benefits of exercising in a safe and effective way.
Article courtesy of Timothy Felix, Active Fitness Director
The Swiss Club offers various classes and customised 1-on-1 tailored training services. It’s never too early to start planning your anti-ageing fitness strategy! INTERESTED IN CLASSES OR 1-ON-1 TRAINING? Please contact Timothy Felix, Active Fitness Director at: M: 9191 7475 E: getactive@activefitness.com.sg
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The Club is Our
Playground! Our two new playgrounds have finally been unveiled. Sporting sunshiny-bright primary colours, they offer vibrant settings for play and fun-filled learning.
Triangular Fun
THE SERIOUS BENEFITS OF PLAY Playgrounds have a positive impact on children’s learning and development. In fact, outdoor play areas provide children with rich opportunities to grow, learn, and develop. Swiss Club believes in ‘Play’, which allows children to use their creativity while developing their imagination, dexterity, and physical, cognitive and emotional strength. In particular, time spent outdoors gives kids a beneficial blast of Vitamin D, which plays a crucial role in the development of healthy bones. Furthermore, recent studies have shown that children who spend time outdoors are less likely to develop myopia (near-sightedness) than their indoor-bound contemporaries. The fact that Singapore has one of the highest rates of childhood myopia in the world is all the more reason to urge your kids to ‘take it outside’.
‘PLAY’ PAVED THE WAY With ‘Play’ as the guiding principle for the facelift project of our playgrounds, the Club undertook the completion of the small and large playgrounds in two phases over a four-month period. From all reports, the results have been given two thumbs-up (not and many ‘legs-up)’ by their young users. At almost any time of the day, our Members’ children can be seen scampering up and down, squirrel-like and monkey-like, over the equipment. Parents, take a moment to take some snapshots (even if they’re only mental ones). You might even like to consider holding a children’s party by one of our playgrounds? Talk to Paulina or Haresh if you’re keen. All that remains to be said is – get outside and play!
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Our Playgrounds at a Glance Bulldozer Playground – Dig Up A Storm! Shaped like a bulldozer, this unique playground features: • Climbing elements: Corkscrew climber and smiley-faced rock climber • Activity elements: Square deck for kids to gather friends to… (use your imagination!) • Thrill elements: Whizz down the slide!
Triangular Fun – Swing, Spring, Balance and Roll! The ‘triangle spot’ offers more fun than ever before with brand new swings, spring riders and a seesaw. Swing up, spring off, challenge your friends to the seesaw or simply have a good time rolling over the synthetic grass!
Bulldozer Playground
Windmill Playground – Let The Fun Flow! Shaped like a Windmill, this unique playground features: • Climbing elements: Cage rope climber, super ring climber, crawler rope bridge, rock climber and curve climbing station • Balancing elements: Balancing steps at different levels • Activity elements: Square decks for kids to gather friends to… (use your imagination!) Windmill Playground
• Thrill elements: Whizz down all three slides – single and tunnel slides!
Our talented ‘stump artist’, Pamme, at work
Stumped Art – Five of a Kind! Be enchanted by a feast of art on five of our tree stumps, which have been converted to art installations. This is probably the only ‘stump art’ you can find in Singapore!
Tree Stumps
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Here’s the inspiration behind the art… Blossoming Friendships: National Flowers on Stump • Switzerland – Edelweiss • Britain – Rose • Germany – Cornflower • Korea – Hibiscus Syriacus • Netherlands – Tulip Creature Comfort: Animals Spotted in the Club and Around Singapore • Pangolin – spotted in Club • Crimson Sunbird and Kingfisher – spotted around Singapore • Squirrel – spotted in Club • Butterfly – spotted in Club • Bumblebee, Ladybird and Garden Snail – spotted in Club Article courtesy of Haresh Kumar, Swiss Club Sports & Recreation Manager Photos courtesy of Kohup Sports
This cheeky pangolin was spotted at the Swiss Club Sports Field
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A Family of Great Sports:
The Swiss Family Aschwanden Since joining in 2009, Aileen and Michael Aschwanden and their son Lucas have been constantly active in the sporting and social life of the Club. We caught them off-court for a chat. CITIZENS OF THE WORLD The Aschwandens are a truly international family. Michael is Swiss, Aileen is Singaporean, and Lucas was born in Hong Kong. In 2008, when Lucas was two, they moved to Singapore in search of cleaner air and a more family-friendly environment. Michael currently works at LGT Bank, and Aileen, a former news producer with CNBC in Hong Kong, is now a ‘stay-at-home mum’. (We use the term loosely, since Aileen devotes copious amounts of time and energy to the Jass Club and the Racket Committee.) A SECOND HOME AT THE CLUB When asked what the Swiss Club meant to her family, Aileen was generous with her praise. “The Swiss Club is definitely second home to us. The veteran staff have seen Lucas grow up, and we are all on a first-name basis,” shared Aileen. “On days when I’m unable to pick Lucas up from school on time, I know he will be safe and well taken care of, just sitting at the Pergola doing his homework while waiting for me.”
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The Swiss Club is definitely second home to us. The veteran staff have seen Lucas grow up, and we are all on a first-name basis. Aileen Aschwanden
The family also appreciates the multitude of facilities and activities at the Club, from the pool and playground to the tennis and padel courts on which all are familiar figures. Lucas trains four times a week under Coach Pierre, Michael plays padel and Aileen takes tennis lessons for fun and fitness. She also serves on the Racket Committee and oversees junior tennis development. Not surprisingly, sports set the scene for many precious family memories. Michael cherishes the memory
of Lucas learning to swim at the Club, while Lucas vividly recalls the first time he won a tennis match and tournament. EMBRACING CONSTANTS AND CHANGES While the Aschwandens love the familiarity of the staff and the feeling of ‘coming home’ that envelops them every time they come to the Club, they are also looking forward to the changes to come. In particular, the new, enclosed Pergola and upgrades to the sporting facilities are eagerly anticipated. When it comes to food, Aileen loves the Asian dishes, and in fact everything and anything that Chef Jackie cooks. Michael especially enjoys the Chicken Tikka from the Tandoori Corner, and Lucas loves the Lamb Kebab. RELAX AND GET ACTIVE! For their fellow Members, the Aschwanden menfolk have these contrasting yet not conflicting words of advice. “Relax – have a glass of wine or beer!” suggested Michael. “Try all the different facilities at the Club!” suggested Lucas. We say, why not do both! Thanks go to the family Aschwanden for this interview, and for all of their valued contributions to the Club.
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The Swiss Club:
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grand-grand-uncle was a Member almost a century ago, in the 1920s. You can call it a family tradition. Daniel and Jane continue to enjoy the ambience and service at the Club, and appreciate the convenience of accommodating visiting parents, friends and relatives at The Guesthouse. They particularly enjoy the Club’s restaurants, frequenting Pergola for dinner on Sunday evenings and Arbenz for special occasions. They also plan to use the tennis facilities in the near future, and are considering taking up golf again.
Members since August 2016, Daniel and Jane Brunner, together with their 8-year-old son Yves, follow in the footsteps of Daniels grand-granduncle who was a Member in the 1920s. A SWISS FAMILY IN SINGAPORE Daniel, Jane and Yves Brunner are Swiss citizens. Daniel and his son Yves were both born in Zurich, while Jane was born in Manila and came to Switzerland in 1994 for work, after which she worked in Dubai for a number of years. After almost 23 years in the banking industry with a large Swiss global bank, Daniel moved to Singapore to join an independent asset manager as its Senior Advisor. Jane has worked in marketing and sales positions for a stellar lineup of beauty brands, and was once a makeup artist for Anna Sui’s Japanese products and Yves Saint Laurent Paris. She has also worked for Osswald, one of the oldest perfumeries in Zurich. Today, she focuses on taking care of Yves, who attends the Swiss School in Singapore.
In addition, the whole family is looking forward to the completion of the upgrading projects, which they see as a valuable investment in the future of the Club. ON SINGAPORE Daniel and Jane have embraced Singapore and were generous in their praise of the nation’s success story. “It is a hard-working and well-organised nation of different cultures and languages, living peacefully together, with common goals for the good of the society and the country. The openness and hospitality towards foreigners contributing to this success is admirable,” shared Daniel. “It is certainly fair to say that Singapore is indeed the Switzerland of Asia.”
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It is certainly fair to say that Singapore is indeed the Switzerland of Asia. Daniel Brunner
BEAUTY, HISTORY, FAMILY… Being Swiss, the Brunners were naturally drawn to the Swiss Club.
PARTING WORDS When asked to share his personal philosophy on life, Daniel obligingly offered, “Live, love and let live; always be yourself, think positive and reach for the sky no matter what. Nothing is impossible!”
“It has the most beautiful surroundings of all the Clubs in Singapore, and it is also a family club with a very long and impressive history,” said Daniel. Furthermore, Daniel’s
On that note, it’s entirely possible that you may meet Daniel, Jane and Yves at the Club, if you haven’t already done so. Be sure to say hi!
March is a wonderful month to be in Singapore, especially for French speakers and anyone with an interest in sailing and marine conservation. Mark these two enthralling events on your calendars. FRANCOPHONIE FESTIVAL The Embassy of Switzerland, together with the Alliance Française, is delighted to invite French language lovers to celebrate the Francophonie Festival from 10 to 27 of March 2018. The Festival starts out with The Francophonie Day 2018. Join us at the Alliance Française to gather with the French-speaking world while enjoying Francophone culture and culinary specialties. On Saturday 10 March, from 3pm to 6pm, the Swiss Embassy will be serving Swiss Raclette, thanks to the generous support of Huber’s Butchery.
Save the date for the film screening ‘Un Juif pour l’exemple’ by Swiss director Jacob Berger. The movie is based on the novel of the same name by Swiss writer Jacques Chessex. In a small Swiss village in 1942, a cabal of Nazi sympathizers select a Jewish scapegoat to kill. The then 8-yearold witness of the events grows into a 70-year-old writer (Jacques Chessex), whose life was changed forever by what he saw. This sensitive topic has been chosen in view of Switzerland’s current presidency over the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance, an intergovernmental organisation that aims to strengthen Holocaust education, research and remembrance worldwide. For a complete list of events, please visit http://www.alliancefrançaise.org.sg/ cultural-events/upcoming-events/ Date:
Tuesday 13 March, 8pm
Venue:
Alliance Française, 1 Sarkies Rd, Singapore 258130
Tickets: $15 (non-members), $13 (AF members) Tickets available through Alliance Française (www.alliancefrancaise.org.sg) Rating:
M18, nudity
Article courtesy of the Embassy of Switzerland in Singapore
OCEAN MAPPING EXPEDITION From 12 to 26 March 2018, the Swiss sailboat Fleur de Passion – a 33 meter-long ketch and currently the biggest boat sailing under the Swiss flag – will stop in Singapore as part of The Ocean Mapping Expedition. This 4-year journey around the world combines projects of science, education and culture. Run by the Geneva-based non-profit organisation Fondation Pacifique, it left Seville in April 2015 and is scheduled to be back in Spain in August 2019. The aim of this unique project is to contribute to a better understanding of the human impact on the oceans through activities such as noise and micro plastic pollution, greenhouse gas emissions and coral bleaching, and to raise awareness of sustainable development issues. Coming from the Philippines, Brunei and Kuching, before heading for Jakarta, Fleur de Passion will be accessible in Singapore for free public visits over two weeks. The programme and further details are available on www.omexpedition.ch and www.facebook.com/omexpedition/.
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Students Take Charge and Implement Change Who says that young people cannot make a difference? This past autumn, the Primary 5 class from the Swiss School in Singapore challenged this notion with some remarkable results. STUDY OF HEALTHY LIVING It all started when the students were engaged in a discussion about healthy meals during a science lesson that focused on healthy living. In the course of debating what constitutes a healthy and green lifestyle, the conversation turned to how they view the ‘Mittagstisch’ service at the Swiss School. To further understand the situation in other schools, the students then watched short clips about the lunch services in France and in Louisiana, USA. This prompted the students to ponder over the possibility of making a positive change. In their English class during the following week, students continued the debate and went on to discuss in more detail what types of changes could be made and the best way to implement them. They developed suggestions for potential menu changes and the use of more environmentally friendly materials, and discussed logistics issues and general improvements that could potentially benefit both their peers and the environment. MARKET RESEARCH The students went to great lengths and even conducted surveys among their peers and the staff to gauge the stakeholders’ responses to the proposed changes. From the
information obtained, the students finessed their proposals and pitched them to the Swiss School management. FROM IDEAS TO IMPLEMENTATION The students received rave reviews for the professionalism and maturity they showed in the course of their pro-active campaign. Furthermore, their efforts resulted in some immediate changes. For example, the Primary 5 students now drink from washable plastic cups instead of disposable ones. In addition, the younger students now use plastic utensils in place of the larger, metal ones. Finally, the students met with Mr Adrian Vogt, the Executive Chef at the Swiss Club, to discuss potential meal changes. Again, the students showed a great deal of maturity in this matter and were able to present some potential changes that would be warmly accepted by the student body. Mr Vogt was very gracious and generous with his time and took their ideas seriously. From a simple discussion in class to an excellent example of teamwork, the Primary 5 students at the Swiss School should be extremely proud of their work and the changes they have helped implement. It goes to show that no matter what age, people can make positive changes in their daily life if they work with the right attitude. Article courtesy of Jimmy Nolan Photos courtesy of Swiss School in Singapore
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Meet Mark Our New Sous Chef M E E T
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that, he was Chef de Cuisine at the Padang, a fine dining restaurant at the Singapore Cricket Club. At the Swiss Club, Mark is responsible for devising new menus for Arbenz as well as overseeing, training and mentoring the staff.
CHEF RECOMMENDS… Naturally, Mark encourages Members to dine at Arbenz. In particular, he urges all to attend the slated Sake Pairing event on 19 April, over which he will be presiding with his mentor, Karl Dobler, Chef de Cuisine (Executive Chef) from ‘Table at 7’. Welcome to the Swiss Club, Mark. We look forward to savouring some delectable fusion dishes starring your favourite French and Japanese cuisines.
SAVE THE DATE 26 – 30 SEPTEMBER 2018
RFES E B O T T OK
BIGGEST BAVARIAN
PARTY IN SINGAPORE IS BACK
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Swiss Club Members are Now Welcome at ONE°15 Marina We are delighted to announce the implementation of selected reciprocal benefits between Swiss Club and ONE°15 Members, for an initial six-month trial period. DINE AND STAY AT ONE°15 After some cordial discussion, the affiliate agreement was signed on 15 January by the two Clubs’ respective General Managers. Consequently, Swiss Club Members are now welcome to avail themselves of ONE°15’s excellent restaurants, bars and accommodation facilities at Members’ rates from Monday to Friday, and vice versa. ABOUT THE MARINA Located in Sentosa Cove, the prime leisure district of Singapore,
ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove, ONE°15 is a FIVE Gold Anchor marina that features 270 berths with facilities to accommodate mega-yachts of up to 200 feet. The well-appointed clubhouse encompasses worldclass facilities including fine restaurants and bars, luxurious suite rooms, a modern spa, a wellequipped gymnasium, a members’ lounge and kids’ playroom as well as conference and meeting rooms.
BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS You are encouraged to patronise ONE°15 – and conversely, welcome ONE°15 Members to the Swiss Club. Assuming the trial period is all ‘plain sailing’, no doubt the arrangement will be made permanent.
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Last Word HIGH PRAISE FROM OUR ENGLISH GUESTS Thank you for your hospitality when we came to dinner on 4 February. The food was excellent and the surroundings really very nice. You are very lucky to have such a lovely Club, and we would like to visit you again when we are next back in Singapore – in early 2019. Assuming, of course, that you will have us! Regards, Ros & John Bishop MUCH TO LOVE ABOUT BRUNCH Dear Paulina, Thank you so much – Eric had a wonderful time at his Birthday Brunch last Sunday! We very much appreciated the Birthday Cake as well as the table decoration and flowers – black and white chic colonial style. We liked this formula with starters and deserts buffet and a choice of two menus served at our table. Even a vegetarian option for our guest was available. The service was perfect, as we could all start to eat the main at the same time. We will definitely have more celebrations at the Sunday Brunch in the future. Many thanks, Celine
RAVE REVIEWS FOR RAVI AND THE RIFLE LOUNGE Dear Aaron, I wanted to thank you for your team’s excellent execution of our event last Saturday night. The thoughtfulness in preparation, your team’s excellent service and the overall environment was exactly what we were looking for. Everyone complimented the event and our choice to hold it in the Rifle Lounge at the Swiss Club. In particular, I wanted to highlight Ravi’s staying until the early hours of the morning to continue to serve us. We appreciate his dedication and positive outlook. Thank you again. Cheers, Scott
WILD FUN AT THE ZOO Yesterday we took part in the Singapore Zoo Run (2.5km and 5.5km). It was a very successful event that combined wildlife awareness with the fun of running through the Singapore Zoo and contributing to wildlife projects. I would like to thank the Swiss Club for its contribution and the opportunity to take part in this event. Kind regards, Meino Family* *Winners of 2 pairs of Safari Zoo Run race slots in a lucky draw conducted by Swiss Club
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PROGRAMME OF ACTIVITIES IN MARCH AND APRIL Join in our regular activities and form binding friendships as you keep fit. We have something for all interests, ages and levels of fitness. FOOTBALL FAMILY SOCIAL FOOTBALL Sun 15:00 – 16:30 (Sports Field) Sun 16:30 – 18:00 (Sports Field) SOCIAL FOOTBALL Mon 20:00 – 22:00 (Sports Field) Please register with Urs Lichtenberger (E: ulichtenberger@bluewin.ch) and Thomas Koechli (E: tkoechli@gmail.com) to get on the mailing list. An email is sent to Swiss Club members every Friday to get players registered for football on Monday. GERMAN TEAM FOOTBALL PRACTICE Tue 20:15 – 22:00 (Sports Field) Rino Binder E: info@gas-sg.com (German All Stars) SWISS TEAM FOOTBALL PRACTICE Wed 20:00 – 22:00 (Sports Field) League games on Saturdays Coach: Urs Brutsch E: urs.brutsch@hpwm.sg FOOTBALL TRAINING FOR KIDS Training on Saturday 09:00 – 10:30 (Sports Field) Open to all Swiss Club Players born between: 1 January 2007 to 30 June 2015 Cosmo United Football Academy 7 April – 30 June 2018 Olliver Marx E: info@cufa.com.sg W: www.cufa.com.sg M: 9821 3869
TENNIS MEN’S SOCIAL Sat 15:00 – 18:00 (Courts 2, 3 & 4) Haresh Kumar at T: 6591 9438 E: haresh.kumar@swissclub.org.sg LADIES’ TEAM TRAININGS Courts 4 & 5 Mon 09:00 – 11:00 (WITS Team) Tue 10:00 – 12:00 (WITS Team) Fri 08:00 – 09:30 (STA Team) 10:00 – 12:00 (Ladies Group Training) JUNIOR PROGRAMME Mon – Fri 16:00 – 19:00 Sat 08:00 – 12:00 • Parent/child and tiny tots programme • Junior introductory/ development programme • Junior intermediate/ advance programme For times and dates, please see the 40XV display at the tennis courts. FORTY-FIFTEEN (40XV) Tennis Director: Pierre Capdeville E: pierre@forty-fifteen.com Please check the tennis noticeboard for courts allocation for coaching and social tennis. PADEL Padel Tennis Coach: Lucas de Miguel M: 8344 5364 E: lucas@forty-fifteen.com LADIES TENNIS LADDER Corinna Gorriz at E: corinna@gorriz.de T: 8725 6761
SWIMMING aquaDucks E: swiss@aquaducks.com.sg M: 9487 5183 (weather update only) PARENT AND CHILD 30 mins sessions Mon – Fri 14:30 – 17:00 (Leisure Pool) PRESCHOOL LTS 30 mins sessions Mon – Fri 14:30 – 17:00 (Leisure Pool) Sat 10:00 – 12:00 (Lap Pool) LEARN TO SWIM 30 mins sessions Mon – Fri 14:30 – 17:00 (Leisure Pool) Sat 10:00 – 12:00 (Lap Pool) COMPETITION & DEVELOPMENT CD1, CD2, CD3, CD4 Mon 17:00 – 18:00 CD1 Tue – Fri 17:00 – 18:00 Sat 09:15 – 10:15 CD2 Tue – Fri 17:00 – 18:00 Sat 08:30 – 09:30 CD3, CD4 Tue – Fri 18:00 – 19:00 Sat 08:30 – 09:30 WATER POLO Mon 18:00 ADULTS’ TRAINING Fri 08:30 – 09:30 (Leisure Pool)
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AEROBICS BODY TONING Tue & Fri 08:30 – 09:30 (Aerobics Studio) Please contact Andrea Holzmann-Zaouchi at E: holzmann.a@hotmail.com or T: 9835 4674 for more details. BADMINTON Thu 20:00 – 22:00 (Sports Hall) Please contact Martin Goerg at E: badminton@swissclub.org.sg for more details. BASKETBALL Fri 18:00 – 19:30 9 – 12 years old (Multi Court) Please contact Noel Pollock at E: info@proformbasketball.com or T: 8448 5507 for more details (Note: During rain, Basketball will be held at Sports Hall) BIKE RIDES ON SUNDAYS Please check Newsletter for more details. GOLF German-Swiss Golf Club Please contact Joachim Herrmann at E: germanswissgolfclub@gmail.com or T: 8121 8902 JASS 20 Apr, 8 Jun, 31 Aug, 26 Oct, 7 Dec (Rifle Lounge) Please contact Aileen Aschwanden at E: jass@swissclub.org.sg for more details. KARATE FOR KIDS Thu 17:00 – 18:00 Mini-Ninjas, 4 – 6 years Little Dragons, over 6 years (Aerobics Studio) Please contact the instructor, Sensei Peter Robertson, at E: zendoka@yahoo.com or T: 9837 8637 for more details.
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MAHJONG Mon 19:30 – 22:30 (Rifle Lounge) Please contact Jill Boschung at E: jillbos@yahoo.com or T: 9022 4605 for more details. PROFESSIONAL FITNESS SERVICES AQUA BIKING Wed 19:00 – 19:45 Sat 08:00 – 08:45, 09:00 – 09:45
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SOCIAL DANCE Alternate Thursdays 20:30 – 21:30: 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 29 Mar, 12 Apr, 26 Apr (Aerobics Studio) Please contact Richard Little at E: richard@dancereflex.sg or T: 8358 7688 for more details. VOLLEYBALL Wed 20:00 – 22:00 (Sports Hall)
BOOT CAMP Mon 18:00 – 18:45 (Sports Field)
Please contact Wissam Nabaa at E: wnabaa@gmail.com for more details.
(Note: During rain, Boot Camp will be held at the gym) Thu 08:30 – 09:15 (Outside Gym)
YOGA HATHA FLOW YOGA Thu 17:40 – 18:40, 18:45 – 19:45 (Pavilion)
INDOOR CYCLING Wed 07:00 – 07:45 Sat 11:00 – 11:45
Please contact Claudia Garati at E: yoga@garati.ch or T: 9855 5378 for more details.
KIDS FIT Sat 14:00 – 15:00 (Outside Gym)
HATHA YOGA Sat 09:00 – 10:00 (Pavilion)
PERSONAL TRAINING Please contact Timothy Felix at E: getactive@activefitness.com.sg by appointment only.
Please contact Nadja Pizzo at E: yogawithnadja@gmail.com or T: 9145 4408 for more details.
PILATES NEW PILATES FLOW Mon 08:30 – 09:30 (Aerobics Studio) Starting from 5 March 2018 Please contact Island Wellness at E: info@islandwellness.sg or T: 9068 2619. (Note: Pre-registration is required for this class)
YIN YOGA Mon 08:15 – 09:15 (Pavilion) Please contact Laurence Chehab-Fabry at E: info.letsyoga@gmail.com or T: 9170 8218 for more details. SALON AND SPA SERVICES AVEDA SALON & SPA Please contact T: 6463 0400 or SMS 9655 8165 for more details.
PILATES MATWORK Wed 08:30 – 09:30 (Aerobics Studio) Please contact Christabel Lim at E: christabel_lyh@hotmail.com or T: 9619 5820. (Note: Pre-registration is required for this class) SKAT Wed 20:00 – 23:00 (Jungle Bar) Please contact Hubert Nerlich at E: hubertnerlich@gmail.com or T: 6734 0034 for more details.
GOT A SUGGESTION? If you would like to suggest a new activity, please contact: Haresh Kumar, Sports & Recreation Manager E: haresh.kumar@swissclub.org.sg T: 6591 9438
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