Frontline Jan-Feb 2015

FRONTLINE t h e

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CMA 2014 silver award winner

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contents january – february 2015

club buzz 06 All that’s hip and happening in HomeTeamNS

Trending Now 16 Members tell us what they wish for the year ahead

New Releases 18 Bringing you the latest in

the world of entertainment

In the Force 24 Honouring dedication at Home Team NSmen Awards 2014

food spy 28 The best eats you can find past midnight

Profile 30 Meet free runner Tan Chi Ying and bodybuilder Xavier Ng

On the Edge 40 Protecting the rich and famous

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A NEW YEAR, A FRESH START!

Welcome to a new look for your clubhouse magazine! In line with the revamp of HomeTeamNS, we’ve gone for a contemporary and reinvigorated feel that reflects our new logo and brand identity to recognise our NSmen.

Of course, it’s packed with goodies to reward you and your loved ones – inside these pages you’ll find plenty of exclusive offers in Amazing Treatz, Birthday Treats and more. Happy reading!

The FRONTLINE Editorial Team

club privileges january – february 2015

EDITORIAL ADVISORS President

Mr Masagos Zulkifli, Senior Minister of State for Home Affairs and Foreign Affairs

Vice-President

Mr Ng Joo Hee, SPF Commissioner

Vice-President

Mr Eric Yap, SCDF Commissioner

General Secretary

DAC Manimaran Pushpanatan

Treasurer

Mr Ivan Chua

Chief Executive

Ms Agnes Eu

Director, Corporate Services

Ms Amanda Tan

Branding and Publicity Committee

Mr Jonathan Wan (Chairman), Mr Hisham Bin Hasim, Mr Adrian Chye, Mr Shahrul Bahri, Mr Jason Lim

Editorial Committee

HomeTeamNS: Eric Yeong, Risdawatie Idris, Muhammad Fairuz Bin Mohd Amir, Alvin Chew SCDF: Diana Yuen SPF: Shanaz Thoufeekh

Contact

Tel: 6708-6600 Fax: 6708-6669 Email: enquiries@HomeTeamNS.sg

HomeTeamNS Balestier CLUBHOUSE

31 Ah Hood Road, Singapore 329979 www.HomeTeamNS.sg

Publishing Agent

Publicitas Publishing

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Amazing Treatz 19 Don’t miss out on our special

lineup of jaw-dropping deals this January and February!

Email: pp.asia@publicitas.com

Managing Director

Joui Ong

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exciting privileges

special offers just for you

What’s On 32 Workshops and events at your clubhouses

Courses 38 Fun classes for all in the family

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Relationship Manager

Sheila Ng

Editorial Director

Rod Mackenzie

Project Editor

Jeffrey Kong

Senior Art Director

Savid Gan

Advertising Enquiries

Clement Chia Tel: 6735-8681 ext. 328 Email: clement.chia@publicitas.com MCI (P) 032/01/2014. Frontline is the official publication of HomeTeamNS. Published for HomeTeamNS by Publicitas Publishing Pte Ltd. (UEN: 200715901E) All rights to this publication are reserved and no part may not be reproduced without the expressed written consent of the publishers. Printed by KHL Printing Co. While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this newsletter is accurate and up to date, the editorial committee will not be responsible for errors made as a result of information received. Opinions expressed are that of the writers and do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of the publishers.

Birthday Treats 26 Celebrate your special day with Perks & Privileges 27 Exclusive promos, discounts and

Commercial Director

Betty Liswanty

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Presenting your new membership card!

To renew, visit www.HomeTeamNS.sg Connect and get regular updates on our latest promos, events and freebies! www.facebook.com/HomeTeamNS Stay tuned with cool tips and news on our latest promos, events and freebies! www.instagram.com/HomeTeamNS

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Your Membership has its privileges Sign up or renew your HomeTeamNS membership today. More than 1,500 privileges awaits you!

10-year membership

$150

3 lucky draw chances

$1.30/month

Columbia leather watch worth $138

5-year membership

$100

2 lucky draw chances

$1.70/month

Timex digital watch worth $59

2-year membership 1 lucky draw chance

$50

$2.10/month

FREE 1-year membership for your family!

Sign up or renew your membership by 31 March 2015 and you get a complimentary 1-year family membership for your spouse, children and now your parents as well!

Creative earphones worth $39

Renew now and get a free SKECHERS bag!

Limited to first 3,000 sign-ups or renewals

you could be our next lucky winner!

Sign up or renew your HomeTeamNS membership online at www.HomeTeamNS.sg For full terms and conditions, visit www.HomeTeamNS.sg For enquiries, email membership@HomeTeamNS.sg or call 6705-9499 Payment can be made at: • All HomeTeamNS clubhouses • Cheque, cashier’s order or money/postal order made payable to “HomeTeamNS” to the following address: Membership Services Department HomeTeamNS-JOM, 31 Ah Hood Road, Singapore 329979

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GRAND PRIZE

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club buzz

Forging Deeper Bonds HomeTeamNS unveils new logo, new card and new clubhouses for our members and their families

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0 November 2014 marked another milestone in HomeTeamNS’ transformation to meet the changing needs of Home Team NSmen with the reopening of its new clubhouses.

Three HomeTeamNS clubhouses – Bukit Batok, Balestier and Chinatown – underwent a facelift with new facilities and tenants to engage, enrich and entertain our Home Team NSmen.

The reopening ceremony was officiated by Mr Teo Chee Hean, Deputy Prime Minister, Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs, who also presented the Home Team NSman of the Year Award (see page 24). More than 600 Home Team NSmen and guests turned up for the event held at HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok.

The transformation of the clubhouses was led by Mr Masagos Zulkifli, President of HomeTeamNS, along with a HomeTeamNS management committee comprising NSmen volunteers from SCDF and SPF. Together they engaged more than 3,000 NSmen through several feedback initiatives, and sought their ideas and suggestions to improve the amenities and service of HomeTeamNS. 6

Above: Unveiling the new HomeTeamNS-PAssion-POSB debit card: (L-R) Mr Jeremy Soo, Managing Director & Head of Consumer Banking Group DBS Singapore; Mr Ang Hak Seng, Chief Executive Director of People’s Association; Mr Masagos Zulkifli, Senior Minister of State for Home Affairs and Foreign Affairs and President of HomeTeamNS; Mr Teo Chee Hean, Deputy Prime Minister, Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs; Mr Ng Joo Hee, SPF Commissioner; Mr Eric Yap, SCDF Commissioner Right: DPM Teo interacting with Home Team NSmen and children at Safari House Preschool

Thematic clubhouses for different needs

Since November 2013, the HomeTeamNS clubhouses have undergone extensive redevelopment, each with a unique theme and focus, to cater to Home Team NSmen with different lifestyles and preferences.

HomeTeamNS Balestier (HomeTeamNS-JOM) has upgraded its sports and exercise facilities (see page 8) with badminton and tennis courts as well as a gym for working adults. It also has a bowling centre, a dance studio, a street soccer facility and a taekwondo centre for those with specific sporting needs.

At HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok, members can find family-friendly facilities such as a water-themed playground, chalets and BBQ pits. Along with a multishooting arena for Laser Quest and air gun shooting, there is also a wide selection of F&B outlets and enrichment centres.

The centrally located HomeTeamNS Chinatown offers members a convenient venue to chill out and bond over a session of karaoke.

“The facilities at Bukit Batok have improved with the revamp,” said SCDF NSman Low Kua Eng. “I bring my men here for unit competitions, and they’ve always enjoyed themselves.”

“There are definitely more attractions at the new clubhouses, for those with families as well as the younger generation of Nsmen,” said SPF NSman James Low. “I’d definitely check out the new cool Laser Quest with my friends!”

In the works

HomeTeamNS Sembawang is undergoing upgrading and is expected to be ready by the first half of 2015 (see page 14).

In addition to the refurnishing of the guest rooms, expect a wider selection

What’s New

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HomeTeamNS logo Reflects a reinvigorated association and a stronger sense of identity for Home Team NSmen

of eateries and entertainment outlets, as well as a brand new gym. Come 2016, the new HomeTeamNS Tampines will serve NSmen in the eastern part of Singapore.

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New logo and debit card

As part of the rebranding, the new HomeTeamNS logo reflects a stronger sense of identity for our NSmen. In striking orange and blue, the logo is based on five key attributes of the association: a place for bonding, fun activities, personal development, membership privileges and a celebration of NS contributions.

HomeTeamNS also partnered People’s Association and POSB to launch a new membership card. To be implemented after June 2015, the

new HomeTeamNSPAssion-POSB debit card provides access to privileges from more than 1,500 merchants islandwide.

On top of this, a free one-year membership is extended to a family member – a parent, spouse or child – to recognise the contributions of our NSmen.

“Each time our NSmen come to our HomeTeamNS clubhouses, or use the new HomeTeamNS card, it is a reminder of what NS is about – protecting our country, our homes, our families and friends, and what matters to us,” said Mr Teo Chee Hean.

“The redeveloped HomeTeamNS clubhouses, the new HomeTeamNS logo, and the new card are reminders of our appreciation for their hard work, dedication and sacrifices to help keep Singapore safe and secure for all of us.”

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HomeTeamNS-PAssion POSB debit card Even more privileges await you! Coming soon in June 2015 – register your interest at www.HomeTeamNS.sg

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Free family membership Free one-year family membership extended to a parent, spouse or child for all HomeTeamNS members

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Tampines Clubhouse To be ready by 2016, the new HomeTeamNS Tampines will serve NSmen living in the east

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club buzz

Welcome HOME!

After a year-long hiatus, our newly revamped clubhouses greeted members with fun activities, giveaways and surprises

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t was a “reunion” worth waiting for! More than 3,500 members and their families flocked to our Balestier and Bukit Batok clubhouses on 22 and 23 November 2014 following their official reopening.

Free popcorns, candy floss stations, balloon sculpturing, attractive goodies, CPR demonstrations, movie screenings and Hollywood-glitz photo walls filled the renovated lobbies. There were also exciting activities such as games stall, SCDF Urban Search and Rescue Dog Shows, musical performances

by OSSIA as well as live aikido and taekwondo demonstrations.

It was a delightful weekend for families and NS buddies to come together and soak in the celebrations after a year of clubhouse redevelopment.

“I was amazed by the benefits and privileges offered by HomeTeamNS,” said Mr Jude, who attended the Open House with his family. “As an avid gym user and swimmer, the facilities are also attractive to me. The Bukit Batok Clubhouse has truly transformed beyond recognition, and I can’t wait to enjoy my time here!”

For our SPF and SCDF NSmen, it was truly an unforgettable “homecoming” for them and their loved ones.

Visit www.HomeTeamNS.sg to find out more or join us at our next event!

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club buzz

MDIS 20th Scholarship and Bursary Awards 2015 The Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS) is offering MDIS Scholarship (PreDegree) awards to deserving individuals. The scholarships are worth a total of $170,000 for predegree programmes.

HomeTeamNS will be nominating a total of four (4) candidates to be considered for the scholarship.

Interested members must submit their application forms by Friday, 6 February 2015.

For more information, visit www.HomeTeamNS.sg or email Alvin_Chew@HomeTeamNS.sg

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20,000 limited edition miniature figurines to be distributed at a selected train every weekend to recognise the contributions of our NSmen “HomeTeamNS Celebrates Life” is our new campaign to recognise Home Team NSmen and their families for their contributions and support towards NS. This is also in line with our newly transformed brand to celebrate life’s simple pleasures in a big way through our refurbished clubhouses, vibrant activities and membership benefits. The 9-set figurines include the iconic SPF and SCDF NSmen, the REAL Run Family, SG50 Couple and the Strongman Challenge 10

Hero. Each miniature figurine is carefully handcrafted by a local artist, so every piece is truly one of its kind.

So keep a lookout on your train rides because we are giving away these figurines for free every weekend!

Attention members! Like us on www.facebook.com/HomeTeamNS to find out how you can stand a chance to own these figurines. For more information about the campaign, visit www.HomeTeamNS.sg

Giveaway Batch 1 Where Along the North East Line (NEL) When 20 December 2014 to 25 January 2015 Giveaway Batch 2 Where Along the North South Line (NSL) When 21 February 2015 to 29 March 2015

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club buzz

Have a spin at balestier Choose your fun at your all-new clubhouse!

Time for bonding

Billiard Room, Superbowl, Ten Dollar Club KTV, Space Rhythm, Snooker and Pool, Fitness Workz Gym, Cookyn Inc

WAY TO

GO!

School of cool moves BazGym Gymnastic

School, St Teresa Taekwondo

centre of the action

Keep up to date with our courses, events and activities: like us on www.facebook.com/ HomeTeamNS

Work that body

Badminton Courts, Basketball Court, Street Soccer Court, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts, Volleyball Court, Dance Studio

A space for every need

Dining delights

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Function Rooms, Multi-Purpose Rooms

Advertorial

Lend a helping hand Mr Chia Hoi Heng, 66 (left), and brother Mr Chia Hoi Mun, 62, are patients with the Kidney Dialysis Foundation

A gift of hope The Chia brothers are single, unemployed and currently undergo thriceweekly dialysis treatment at KDF. They depend on their fast-dwindling CPF funds and whatever savings they have left for their daily and medical expenses.

Unsubsidised dialysis treatment typically costs around $2,000 per month. For the Chia brothers, their treatments are heavily subsidised by KDF, which in turn depends entirely on the generosity of our donors to bring hope to our needy patients, who are from the bottom 10% income group in Singapore.

Many patients at KDF are like the Chia brothers. You can help them by making a donation. For more information on how you can help, visit www.kdf.org.sg or call 6559-2630.

About Kidney Dialysis Foundation The Kidney Dialysis Foundation (KDF) is an independent, non-profit charitable organisation which provides subsidised dialysis treatment to needy members of our community so that these patients will not be deprived of treatment due to financial difficulties. KDF is not affiliated to any other kidney foundation.

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Tough times For Hoi Heng, his renal failure diagnosis came in 2010. The unexpected diagnosis was a big blow to him, as he already had no income for the last five years.

“I was stunned, depressed and felt totally lost,” said Hoi Heng, who had to leave his last job as a hotel technician in 2005 due to diabetes. “I do not want to be on dialysis, but a transplant is not an option due to my age and diabetes condition.”

Being a technician was physically demanding, and his worsening condition forced him to quit his job of 10 years. Since leaving his job, Hoi Heng had been living on his savings and CPF funds. His younger brother, Hoi Mun, was originally someone whom he could depend on to help out with daily expenses, as he still had a job.

However, Hoi Mun was hit by a stroke in 2014, which left him halfparalysed, wheelchair-bound and unable to work. Shortly afterwards, Hoi Mun too, was diagnosed with kidney failure, putting him in the same plight as Hoi Heng. It was a double blow for them.

club buzz

Special: Band of Brothers X-perience!

Ready for an all-new teambuilding experience? With HomeTeamNS’ latest cohesion offerings, SPF and SCDF NSmen can now experience a wider range of activities that promises more fun for the whole division!

Each programme can be tailored to your needs. For instance, if your unit

wants some futuristic fun, you could play out your RPG for real at Laser Quest, Singapore’s first laser tag game. At the brand new MultiShooting Arena at HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok, you can test your aim at the Air Gun Shooting Range, or be the next Legolas with Archery Quest.

your new Sanctuary at Sembawang Get ready to party in your clubhouse up north!

Calling all HomeTeamNS members!

Upgrading works for your Sembawang Clubhouse had begun and are estimated to complete by the first half of 2015.

This facelift will be done in two phases, so that you can still enjoy some of the current facilities with your loved ones. Here’s a sneak peek!

What’s new • More staycation options with new “designer” rooms 14

• Water playground for the young ones • Chic F&B and entertainment outlets • Spacious gym with the latest equipment With live music, delectable cuisine and the awesome company of your NS buddies, Sembawang will be your latest “party jewel” in the north.

To stay tuned on what’s happening in your Sembawang Clubhouse, like us on www.facebook.com/HomeTeamNS or visit www.HomeTeamNS.sg

Feeling adventurous? At our Adventure Centre, you can go rock climbing, learn abseiling, zip along on the 15m flying fox, and overcome your fear of heights at the vertical obstacle course!

Here’s what our members have to say. ““I was impressed at how interactive cohesion activities could be… from abseiling to archery! Laser Quest is a must-try!” — Asraf (SPF KINS PK4A) “Great event planning, fun activities and an engaging team of trainers and facilities. Well done!” — Lew Kian Meng (SCDF 11SBN) Game for some fun? Call 6705-9468, email Nurhidayah@HomeTeamNS.sg or visit www.HomeTeamNS.sg

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trending now

New Year, New You

Members share what they hope to achieve in 2015 – and how they can do all that with HomeTeamNS!

My kids are always so excited to go the clubhouse. They get to have so much fun with bowling and Laser Quest. I also book a chalet every now and then, so that we get to spend some quality time together as a family.

– Muhammad Hanaffi Bin Samsuddin, 31, SCDF NSman

I want my sons to train at the new air gun shooting range, so they can take it as a CCA in school in future. They also enjoy dining at the clubhouse KFC. My wife likes the convenience of shopping at NTUC Fairprice. So everyone is happy!

– Jacky Tan, 40, SPF NSman

It’s amazing to see the clubhouse’s transformation into a contemporary, lifestyle hub attracting people of all ages. I hope to host more birthdays and events at our outlet, bringing people closer together around our artisanal desserts and gelato.

– Clarence Tan, 28, Milk & Honey Gelato

I’d like to see more people join the gym and benefit from all the new equipment we have here after the renovation!

The new FIX cafe serves delicious cakes and coffee! I hang out there with my friends on weekends. I also hope to train regularly in the newly renovated gym, so I can be fit enough to play rugby again.

– Wong Wee Teck, 36, Fitness Workz gym

– Leow Wei Hong, 30, SCDF NSman

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I train hard as a bodybuilder.

The gym and pool here are excellent! I want to defend and win my Nationals Bodybuilding title, as well as the overall Mr Singapore title again.

– Enayathullah, 27, SPF NSman

7 tips to stay on track

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Focus on what you want.

Think “I want to get fit” rather than “I want to lose weight”.

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Be specific.

Translate your goals into action items. For example, saying “I want to pass my IPPT” is vague.

Saying “I will go to the clubhouse gym on Tuesdays and Fridays” is specific.

3 The clubhouse is great for family bonding. We like to go bowling and sing at the KTV lounge. We’ve also held baby showers and birthday celebrations here!

– Koh Chee Wee, 34, SCDF NSman

Living near the clubhouse means we can drop in whenever we feel like it. It’s not crowded, so we get to use the gym and pool in comfort.

– Osman Bin Mahmud, 47, SPF NSman

Remind yourself.

Use Post-It notes and set reminders on your smartphone to boost your willpower.

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Tell the world.

Broadcast your plans to your family and friends (and on Facebook) to hold yourself accountable.

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You’re not alone.

Find like-minded people who share the same goal. It’s much easier when you have friends to motivate you and get you back on track.

6 In 2015, I hope to have more events and activities for children and families. I want to provide even better service to to get more members to join us!

– G Segar, 49, HomeTeamNS counter staff

I enjoy the football tournaments organised by the clubhouse, and I hope to see more sports events and team competitions in future.

– Muhammad Isa Abdul Haleem, 25, SPF NSman

Take baby steps.

Instead of making a drastic change, go gradual.

Are you likely to quit smoking altogether on 1 January?

Try cutting it by one stick or two per day every month or so. Be realistic and you’re less likely to fall.

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Be true to yourself.

Ask yourself: “Is this the change I really want?” Only when you are truly convinced will you commit time and energy to make your goals work.

share your thoughts with us!

What are your resolutions? What would you like to see in your clubhouses?

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new releases 3 reasons to catch it

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As a director, Eastwood has delivered powerful stories like Mystic River, Changeling, and The Bridges of Madison County.

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From photography to production design, Eastwood worked on this flick with past collaborators who have all produced Oscar-winning works.

American Sniper US Navy SEAL sniper Chris Kyle leaves his family for Iraq, where he is tasked to protect his brothers-in-arms. Throughout his four tours of duty, his exceptional skills save many lives. While tales of his feats establish him as a true American hero back home, he also earns a

reputation behind enemy lines, which makes him a target of insurgents.

Starring BRADLEY COOPER (AMERICAN HUSTLE), SIENNA MILLER (CASANOVA)

Directed by CLINT EASTWOOD (MILLION DOLLAR BABY)

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See for yourself how Cooper transformed for the role with daily four-hour workouts for several months, twice-daily lessons with a vocal coach, hours studying footage of the real Chris Kyle, and rifle training with Navy SEAL sniper Kevin Lacz, who served with Kyle.

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Da Vinci: Shaping the Future

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performances of their favourite stories. Set their imagination free through literature, language and acting. From the wildly successful Gruffalo to the classic Princess and the Pea and new popular titles like The Tiger Who Came to Tea, these characters are all enacted vividly on stage in world-class productions. Great fun for the entire family!

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Recharge on the go with Magic-Pro powerbanks and power stations.

• 15% off Magic-Pro's ProMini X-Series power bank and MiniQ BT-Power. Quote “MPNS15” DigitalHub’s Service Centre, 150 Ubi Avenue 4, #04-01 6512-9105 www.digitalhub.com.sg

Cheval Café

• 10% off total bill plus surprise mystery gift for dine-in couples!

Promo is valid from 8 to 14 February. Prior reservation is advised. Call or email us for bookings and enquiries 31 Equestrian Walk, Singapore Turf Club Riding Centre, Singapore 737863

Bear Paw Café • Get a free egg mayo bun when you buy any set meal

#01-17H, Jurong Point Shopping Centre 6580-8353 www.HomeTeamNS.sg/ Pages/bearpawcafe.aspx

Juice Tales

6269-0918 adonis

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cheval@equinesanctuary.com.sg Promotion is valid until 28 February 2015, unless otherwise stated. Present your HomeTeamNS membership card prior to payment to enjoy offers reflected.

Other terms and conditions apply. The Management reserves the right to amend the offers/terms and conditions without prior notice. For more details, visit www.HomeTeamNS.sg or call HomeTeamNS Membership Services hotline at 6708-6600 for any enquiries. Information is correct at time of print.

Welcome HOME!

After a year-long hiatus, our newly revamped Clubhouses greeted members with fun activities, giveaways and surprises

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t was a “reunion” worth waiting for! More than 3,500 members and their families flocked to our Balestier and Bukit Batok Clubhouses on 22 and 23 November 2014 following their official reopening.

Free popcorns, candy floss stations, balloon sculpturing, attractive goodies, CPR demonstrations, movie screenings and Hollywood-glitz photo walls filled the renovated lobbies. There were also exciting activities such as games stall, SCDF Urban Search and Rescue Dog Shows, musical performances

by OSSIA as well as live aikido and taekwondo demonstrations.

It was a delightful weekend for so families and NS buddies to come together and soak in the celebrations after a year of clubhouse redevelopment.

“I was amazed by the benefits and privileges offered by HomeTeamNS,” said Mr Jude, who attended the Open House with his family. “As an avid gym user and swimmer, the facilities are also attractive to me. The Bukit Batok clubhouse has truly transformed beyond recognition, and I can’t wait to enjoy my time here!”

For our SPF and SCDF NSmen, it was truly an unforgettable “homecoming” for them and their loved ones.

Visit www.HomeTeamNS.sg to find out more or join us at our next event!

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Duty, Honour, Country Recognising our everyday heroes at the Home Team NSman of the Year Award 2014

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ow in its eighth year, the NSman of the Year Award is presented to outstanding servicemen who displayed exemplary dedication towards NS, and carried out their duties with utmost professionalism and commitment.

At the presentation ceremony held on 20 November 2014 at HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok, five SCDF NSmen and five SPF NSmen received their award from Mr Teo Chee Hean, Deputy Prime Minister, Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs.

This year’s winners range from 31 to 46 years of age, and six of them have served 10 or more ICTs. Our winners tell us what makes them go above and beyond their call of duty.

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To them, NS is a lot more than an obligation. “I want to make NS a meaningful experience for my NSmen,” said SUPT (NS) Lim Kok Hwa, 40, NS Commander of Clementi Police Division.

“When my NSmen return to serve, it’s important that we show and make them understand them how they are contributing back to society. This makes them more willing to come back.”

These NSmen leaders endeavour to make NS useful for their men.

“For the last few years, I’ve been mentoring officer cadets during their leadership phase at the Outward Bound School,” said SUPT (NS) Nicholas Phua Yeow Boon, 41, NS Head Manpower and Logistics of Central Police Division.

“I share my experience with them, and show them what to expect during their NSF and ORNS days. Some of them have requested to be posted to my unit, and from there, I continue to mentor them.”

“Every ICT is a chance for me to learn from my men, and for me to guide and coach them in some way,” said LTC (NS) Alvin Low Ai Boon, 40, Battalion Commander of 31(A) Rescue Battalion, 3rd SCDF Division. “I co-chair the NS Training & Development Sub-Committee, and we try to enrich our NSmen with training opportunities that would help their career, such as courses on interpersonal communication and motivation.”

Most of these ten NSmen are family men who have the support of their loved ones. “My wife plays a big part when I’m on ICT,” said MAJ (NS) Yusri Bin Ahmat, 44, Company Commander of 303(A) MRT Shelter Company. “My kids know that they need to look after one another when I’m away… in fact they all get excited when I get ready my boots and uniform to serve the nation.”

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in the force

SPF

SCDF

SUPT (NS) Nicholas Phua Yeow Boon, 41

LTC (NS) Alvin Low Ai Boon, 40

SUPT (NS) Lim Kok Hwa, 40

MAJ (NS) Yusri Bin Ahmat, 44

ASP (NS) Chua Seng Kok, 46

MAJ (NS) Murali Nair, 44

SI (NS) Kwek Boon Leng, 38

WO2 (NS) Chen Xianda, 31

SSGT (NS) Hisam Bin Buang, 35

WO2 (NS) Muhd Hairul Nazwa Bin Dol, 38

• Owner, Mile Bug Excel In Learning Education Centre • NS Head Manpower and Logistics, Central Police Division • ICTs served: 19

• Associate Professor, Singapore Institute of Technology • NS Commander, Clementi Police Division • ICTs served: 9

• Purchasing Manager, TP Vision Singapore Pte Ltd • NS Head Manpower & Logistics, Bedok Police Division • ICTs served: 17

• Assistant Manager, Learning & Development, CEVA Logistics Singapore Pte Ltd • NS Officer Commanding, Service & Support, Bedok Police Division • ICTs served: 12

• Management Executive, Ministry of Manpower • NS Officer Commanding, Service & Support, Tanglin Police Division • ICTs served: 10

• Senior Manager, SIA Engineering Company • Battalion Commander, 31(A) Rescue Battalion, 3rd SCDF Division • ICTs served: 9

• Physical Education Teacher, Ministry of Education • Company Commander, 303(A) MRT Shelter Company, 3rd SCDF Division • ICTs served: 14

• Director, Starburst Construction Specialties Pte Ltd • Company Commander, 21(B) Rescue Battalion, 2nd SCDF Division • ICTs served: 15

• Senior Financial Consultant, Professional Investment Advisory Services Pte Ltd • Dy Rescue Platoon Commander, 31(A) Rescue Battalion, 3rd SCDF Division • ICTs served: 6

• Fitness Instructor, Triadventure21 • Company Sergeant Major, 41(B) Rescue Battalion, 4th SCDF Division • ICTs served: 5

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birthday treats

It's your birthday!

Enjoy new exclusive treats during your special month

adonis

30% off on Adonis Facials and Products All Adonis Beauty outlets www.adonis-beauty.com

EcoLiving

Free $100 EcoLiving voucher redeemable for selected EcoLiving products lk 2 Jalan Kukoh #01-153 B 6532-0880 ecocare@ecolivingsystem.com www.ecoliving.com.sg

Eatzi Gourmet Bakery (Halal)

15% off birthday cakes (minimum 1kg) for online orders only bakery.eatzi.com.sg

FIX (Halal)

15% off whole cakes for online orders.

Enter quote “HTNSbirthday” 31 Ah Hood Road 6256-1484 fix-cafe.oddle.me

Fig & Olive (Halal)

25% off total bill and free Brownie Divine worth $8.90 with minimum spend of $100 on ala carte menu Hub Downtown East #02-119 6336-4409 www.figolive.com

Molly Roffey’s Irish Pub – Dorsett

Free dessert of the day

31 New Bridge Road, #01-04 Dorsett 3 Residences 6444-5313 www.mollyroffeys.com

Delhi Restaurant

15% off during birthday month 64 Race Course Road 6296-4585 195C Serangoon Road – Broadway Hotel Branch 6297-1148 www.delhi.com.sg

Restaurant Sela

Free starter and dessert with minimum dine-in of 2 pax 32 Seah Street 6337-6358 www.restaurantsela.com.sg

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perks & privileges Prata Wala (Halal)

Free 2 hot teh tarik with purchase of tandoori platter for 2 Jurong Point #01-71/72/73/74 JP2 6795-2530 nex@Serangoon Central #02-K5/K6 6634-2910 Tampines Mall #B1-K21 6789-1237 Junction 8 #B1-24/24A 6354-1751 Bedok Mall #01-76 6702-4030 www.pratawala.com

The Bear Paw Café

50% off total bill

Jurong West Central 2, #01-17H 1 Jurong Point Shopping Centre

Zaffron Kitchen

All promotion valid during birthday month. HomeTeamNS and participating merchants reserve the right to amend the terms and conditions without prior notice. For detailed terms and conditions, visit www.HomeTeamNS.sg

Get a slice of cake free with any purchase of items from ala-carte menu.

Prior reservation is required East Coast: 135/137 East Coast Road 6440-6786 Westgate: 3 Gateway Drive #01-20 6465-9880 www.zaffronkitchen.com

Ottoman (Halal)

Free 1 apple tea with ottoman shish platter purchase edok Mall: 311 New Upper Changi Road B #01-75 6702-4031 www.ottomankebab.com

honeybay

Additional 12% discount. Enter quote “HBHTNSBDAY12”. Note: Valid for onetime use only 6844-0042 www.honeybay.com

Ron Master Tailors

25% discount

150 Orchard Road, #01-03 #01-03 and #01-14 Orchard Plaza 9733-1012

Bratpack

20% off regular items andarin Gallery #02-04 M Orchard Cineleisure #02-10 Changi Airport Terminal 3 #B2-43 Bugis Junction #03-10G

Timbuk2

20% off regular items Bugis Junction #03-26A

Flight 001

20% off regular items Mandarin Gallery #03-21 Changi Airport Terminal 2 Departure Hall/ Check-in Hall #026-024 www.flight001.com

The Learning Lab

15% discount for weekday classes and 10% discount for weekend classes at HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok The Learning Lab, HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok 6733-8711 enquiry@thelearninglab.com.sg www.thelearninglab.com.sg

Zesty Kickz

$10 for any fitness classes during birthday month for first-timers 181 Orchard Road, #05-31 Orchard Central 9800-5009 info@zestykickz.com zestykickz.com/rates/groupexercises-schedule

Vertex Pharmacy

Buy 1 get 1 free for Paradox Omegas products. Enter quote “HomeTeamNS” 1112 Serangoon Road, Singapore 328201 9385-6495 www.vertexpharmacy.com

Wink Wax Wellness

20% off ala carte services. Not applicable with other in-house promotions, first trial or surcharge period 51 Cuppage Road Starhub Centre #01-07 6536-8785 64B Peck Seah Street (Tanjong Pagar) 6733-2037 www.winkwax.com

Royal Secrets Beauty Indulgence

Free Sensual Hydrating Facial 45min (U.P $130) for first-timers.

Enter quote “LW1486” 68 Peck Seah Street 9455-1159/6323-4249 www.​royalsecrets.com.sg

Starwater

$300 off prevailing retail price of StarWater Ionizer (Model ID: Star 5 and Star 7). Enter quote “HTNSBD01”

28th SEA Games Merchandise

20% discount on Nila Football Watch and Sports Hub Mug for the months of January and February 10% discount on all items (except for pins set and charity items) fficial merchandise store in Orchard (in O front of Wisma Atria and Ngee Ann City) Sportz and Fitness Team Pte Ltd Showroom, 65 Ubi Road 1 #04-39, Oxley Bizhub, Singapore 408729

Kaki Bukit Road 1, #02-12/13 1 Enterprise One 6580-8358 www.starwater.sg

D’Absolute Maids

Additional 5% off on your birthday month 8298-9200 www.dabsolutemaids.com.sg

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food spy

Late-Night Bites

After carriages have turned into pumpkins, where do you go to sate your hunger? Here’s where!

Spice for the sleepless A favourite spot among Zouk partiers, Spize offers Eastern and Western dishes, from Singaporean to Thai, Indian, Western and Mediterranean. Everything on its menu is available till the wee hours, and it’s all halal.

Where 409 River Valley Road / 336 Bedok Road Open Till 6am on weekdays and 7am on weekends (River Valley) / Till 4am (Bedok) Midnight Pick Seafood aglio olio Budget $$$$$

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Dim sum after dark

Midnight at MBS

Oishii oodles

Where 183-191 Jalan Besar Open Till 6am daily, closed Tuesdays Midnight Pick Deep-fried vermicelli cake Budget $$$$$

Where B2, The Shoppes, Marina Bay Sands, 2 Bayfront Ave Open 24 hours Midnight Pick Laksa from Mushroom Minced Meat Noodle Budget $$$$$

Where 6 Short Street Open Till 4am daily except Sunday Midnight Pick Cha Shu Ramen Budget $$$$$

From xiao long bao to char siew bao, Portuguese egg tarts to their signature deep-fried vermicelli cake, Swee Choon has all your favourite Hong Kong and Shanghai dim sum at affordable prices.

Al fresco dining is available in the back alley. Definitely worth queuing for!

One of the more affordable dining options you can find in Marina Bay Sands, Rasapura Masters is a comfy hawker centre with regional Asian flavours, including from the Philippines.

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Late-night delights

At The Ramen Stall, savour hearty noodles in a broth made by boiling pork/ chicken bones, fat, and collagen for 30 hours, and served with toppings such as sliced pork, soya braised egg and vegetables. It also serves sushi, sashimi and kushiyaki (skewered grilled items).

Makanan malam

If late-night shenanigans bring out the adventurous explorer in you, head to Janice Wong’s 2am:dessertbar in Holland Village. The Singaporean chef’s cutting-edge creations are as beautiful and intriguing as they are delicious. What exactly can you expect? The likes of Basil White Chocolate, Cassis Plum Yoghurt Bamboo Shoot, and Chilli Chocolate Honeycomb, all carefully researched and prepared using innovative techniques devised by Wong – who is Asia’s Best Pastry Chef according to the prestigious San Pellegrino Asia Top 50 2013.

Indulge in your favourite local fares plus Malaysian and Indonesian classics at Kampong Glam Cafe – from nasi padang dishes to mee rebus, nasi goreng, nasi lemak and mee siam – and wash all that down with a good ol’ teh tarik or kopi ‘O’. A cool place to watch the world go by.

where 21A Lorong Liput, Holland Village Open Till 2am daily Midnight Pick Chocolate H20 Budget $$$$$

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Urban Ninja

Tan Chi Ying is a master of the art of free running

300g

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overcome their fears and open their minds. This is something I enjoy greatly as a parkour coach.

Lifestyles have changed. People are not as active as they used to be.

So it’s a matter of picking up where we left off, and to get moving again.

When I first started my parkour academy, I faced a lot of uncertainty in venturing into an unexplored market.

Now I deal with rising competition and the need to stay unique and relevant.

There will always be challenges – we just need to grow in our capacity and strength to deal with them.

I am currently building a new parkour facility. It’s due to open this year. I’m grateful to Heartware Network for the financial aid and guidance for my business start-up.

Life is like parkour in that while we have a plan, purpose and destination, we need to be open to adapt and improvise on the go.

"Life is like parkour in that we need to be open to adapt and improvise on the go" CPL (NS) Tan Chi Ying, 28 Director and parkour instructor with A2 Movements NS appointment: Section Commander, 302B Public Shelter Unit Parkour instructor certified by ADAPT (Art du Deplacement And Parkour Teaching)

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hen I was a kid, I aspired to be a superhero. I wanted to be like a ninja or jedi. These figures kind of inspired me to train and excel in what I do.

While my SCDF platoon was having our SOC training, the OC of the Physical Training Wing happened to pass by when it was my turn for the run. He was impressed with my smooth movements, and that’s how I was chosen to train as a PTI. During my NS days, I was mainly involved in training and conducting IPPT. My experience in crafting lesson plans, designing obstacles and conducting training proved to be useful to me as a parkour instructor.

I practise parkour – a method of training the body, soul and spirit. It is an art of motion where runners can express themselves through their movements.

Parkour has done more than help my students become better in their movements – it has helped them

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From Fat to Fit For Xavier Ng, age is just a number when it comes to fitness

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t inspires me when I can add value to other people’s lives. This is why I educate people on managing their finances and issues such as risk and retirement planning as a financial advisor.

During my NS days, I handled feedback and complaints from the public as part of the Service Development and Inspectorate Department in SPF HQ. This experience helped me in getting my first job in a bank.

Thirty kilos in four years – that’s how much weight I put on after joining the workforce. It was tough to get back to my fitness level during my NS and university days. But I did not train to keep fit

"If you’re planning to lose weight, be very clear why you want to do it" because I received pressure from others – I did it for my health.

It helps to have a friend to advise and motivate you. I trained with Mr Kevin Chiak, founder of Bodybuilding Singapore, who made working out fun for me. He showed me that “age is just a number” when it comes to physical fitness.

I work out five to six times every week for an hour and half each. I also play basketball and indoor futsal. Fitness

takes up much of my free time, but I still like to catch up with friends over a meal or movie.

I will continue to compete in fitness sports, serve in the SPF and help my team associates to further their career.

If you’re planning to lose weight, be very clear why you want to do it. Make it compelling enough for you to stay focused and press on. Tell your friends and colleagues about it, as moral support is very important.

My family has been a great help in motivating me to keep fit, especially my parents. They would remind me about my weight if they see me having latenight snacks!

DSP (NS) Xavier Ng Siow Chong, 36 Executive Manager, Financial Services NS appointment: NS Commanding Officer Strategic Reserve Troop, Tanglin Police Division Commission of Police’s Commendation as Commanding Officer (NS) in Bishan NPC, 2011 HomeTeamNS Strongmen Challenge Fitness Model Search Champion, 2014

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Balestier Clubhouse Your Fortune in 2015

When 10 January (Sat), 11am–12pm Where HomeTeamNS Balestier, Function Room Fees $16 (members), $18 (PAssion/SAFRA), $20 (guests) Register events@hjc.org.sg, 6708-6639/6641

Moving house? Getting married? Kids having exam?

Travelling? Changing job? Find out how fengshui will affect your health and wealth. What is the significance of your zodiac sign? What’s in store for you in 2015? The speaker is renowned metaphysics expert and consultant Kevin Foong, whose clients include millionaires in Singapore and China, various governments, enterprises and celebrities. Light refreshments will be provided.

Basic Mahjong Course When 17 and 18 January (Sat and Sun), 10am–5pm Where HomeTeamNS Balestier, Learning Centre Fees $105 (members), $120 (PAssion/SAFRA), $127 (guests) Register events@hjc.org.sg, 6708-6639/6641 Always wanted to learn how to play mahjong the right way? Now you can learn how to excel in this game of strategy from the experts! Brought to you by SgAutoMahjong.sg, a major distributor of automatic mahjong tables in Singapore, learn about the history, benefits, rules and code of conduct involved in mahjong. Both theory and practical aspects are covered in this two-day course.

Minimum 15 pax to proceed.

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1-Day CNY Shopping in Johor Bahru When 31 January (Sat) Where Johor Bahru Fees $75 (members), $83 (PAssion/SAFRA), $91 (guests) Register events@hjc.org.sg, 6708-6639/6641 Shop for new CNY outfits and home décor in Johor Bahru. Lunch and dinner will be provided. Minimum 30 pax to proceed.

Movie Screening

Fun with Cake Pops

When 7 February (Sat), 10am–11am Where HomeTeamNS Balestier, Function Room Fees Per pair: $30 (members), $36 (PAssion/SAFRA), $50 (guests) Register events@hjc.org.sg, 6708-6639/6641

What do you get when you turn a cake into a lollipop? A cake pop! In this workshop for ages six and up, have some family fun as you make your own sweet treat that’s ideal for any party. Each pair will make two or three cake pops. Note: This is a cake pop decorating class.

Baking will not be involved as the instructor will bake the cake pops before the class starts.

Minimum 10 pairs to proceed.

When 7 February (Sat), 2pm–10pm Where HomeTeamNS Balestier, Lobby Fees For food only: $5 (children under 12), $10 (members), $12 (PAssion/SAFRA), $15 (guests) Register events@hjc.org.sg, 6708-6639/6641 Join us for this movie marathon: The Fault in Our Stars, A Lot Like Love, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, The Amazing Spider-Man 2 and Maleficent. It is free to watch the movies – you pay only for bento dinner and snacks. Free parking for first 20 to register (subject to availability of parking space).

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bukit batok Clubhouse

New Year, New Start To Your Finances

55 Things To Know About Property Investment

When 17 January (Sat), 10am–12pm Where HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok, Seminar Room Fees $3 (members), $4 (PAssion/SAFRA/JOM), $5 (guests) Register Syqin_Edwards@HomeTeamNS.sg, 6705-9457

When 7 February (Sat), 2pm–4pm Where HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok, Seminar Room Fees $3 (members), $4 (PAssion/SAFRA/JOM), $5 (guests) Register Syqin_Edwards@HomeTeamNS.sg, 6705-9457

Get first-hand tips from property and investment consultant, Verrill Choo, an Assistant Vice President with local property development and investment group A2A Global on how you can better manage your finances and savings plan for the new year!

Find out 55 things you need to know about property investment from Verrill Choo, an Assistant Vice President with local property development and investment group A2A Global, who has been in this industry for seven years.

Ensuring A World-Class Education For Your Children

When 14 March (Sat), 2pm–4pm Where HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok, Seminar Room Fees $3 (members), $4 (PAssion/SAFRA/JOM), $5 (guests) Register Syqin_Edwards@HomeTeamNS.sg,6705-9457

All parents want a good education for their children. This seminar will examine various options such as the course of study, local and overseas tertiary education available, the increasing costs of education and trends in education such as changing demands for graduates in different courses. Learn practical strategies to plan for your child’s tertiary education from property and investment consultant, Verrill Choo, an Assistant Vice President with local property development & investment group, A2A Global, who has been in this industry for seven years.

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Fitness Workz Personal Training Valentine’s Promotion It’s time to get physical! Work it out as you spur each other on. Our personal training package includes guidance on nutrition, resistance training and cardiovascular exercises.

Enjoy 10 sessions for just $500 (Fitness Workz members) or $600 (social members)!

Sign up as a couple and get additional 5 sessions (worth $300) for every 10 sessions purchased!

Adventure Centre Choose your fun with our newly revamped Adventure Centre!

Simply select your adventure and time slot with us.

Walk-in and corporate packages also available.

Adventure A Continuous Challenge Rope Course: 10 continuous challenges with zipline

Adventure B Adventure Tower Challenge: Rockwall, abseiling and zipline

To sign up, email FitnessWorkz@HomeTeamNS.sg

Enjoy special rates at $32.10 (members), $37.45 (JOM/SAFRA/ PAssion) and $40.65 (guests).

Sign up now! Email staycation@HomeTeamNS.sg

Cohesion Programmes

Villas Staycation

Start the year right with the exciting cohesion programmes here at HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok. Whether it’s for 20 or 250 people, we can make it happen for you! Programmes include:

Relax at your home away from home at HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok.

Walk-in promotion: 30% off for minimum 2 nights’ stay • Including eve of PH and PH • A refundable deposit of $50 is required upon check-in • Rates are exclusive of GST For bookings, email staycation@HomeTeamNS.sg

Outdoor Challenges Rock Wall Abseiling Zipline Target Sports Laser Quest Air Gun

Land Tele-Match Activities A-Z Rope Horses Go Wild Beam Balancing Ball Games Futsal Dodge Ball

We know you don’t always have time to plan. So let us help you!

Call us at 6705-9468 or visit www.HomeTeamNS.sg to find out more.

Room Type Deluxe Villa Superior Villa

HomeTeamNS Ordinary/ Associate Members Off-Peak / Peak $238 / $378 for 2 nights $196 / $336 for 2 nights

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bukit batok Clubhouse Swing It!

HomeTeamNS Annual Golf Championship When 26 February (Thu), Tee-off Shotgun 1.30pm All wil golfe Where Sembawang Country Club limitl receiv rs e e red d edit a game format System 36 Stableford ora packe ion and nge tok t, Register Sunarti@HomeTeamNS.sg goo exclusiven die bag e Closing date 31 January !

Usher in the Year of the Goat and celebrate the tenth year of the HomeTeamNS Annual Golf Championship with an auspicious CNY lo hei dinner! Gracing the occasion is Mr Masagos Zulkifli, President of HomeTeamNS and Senior Minister of State for Home Affairs and Foreign Affairs. Flights are limited, so get your kakis and sign up now!

Membership type GolfLinks HomeTeamNS Guest

Fun Drive to historic Malacca

Great food, shopping and more with the AAC during the March holidays When 14 and 15 March (Sat and Sun) Where Malacca Closing date 9 February Register events@HomeTeamNS.sg Join the Auto Adventure Club on a weekend getaway to Malacca! Get your dose of history at the Cheng Ho Cultural Museum, Stadthuys and Chinatown, and enjoy a round of paintball war game! Savour the traditional Nonya lunch and Portuguese seafood dinner, light the “Kong Ming” lantern and relax at the cosy Hatten Hotel Malacca.

Package includes one night accommodation, one breakfast in hotel and one lunch, one AAC T-shirt and one goodie bag. Sign up now!

Room type Single Twin / triple sharing Child with bed Child without bed

AAC member $150 $115

HomeTeamNS Guest member $170 $190 $135 $155

$95 $50

$115 $60

$135 $80

• Child refers to age 11 and below • Prices are inclusive of 7% GST

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SCC member $57 $77 $97

Non-SCC member $150 $170 $190

• Fees include green fee, buggy fee and lo hei dinner

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courses

Balestier Clubhouse !

New

taekwondo

6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek)

Learning Centre

Kenneth_Kwek@hjc.org.sg

Mon to Sun

belly dance

See table below – members enjoy 15% discount on fees stated

Ladies course

9388-2846/6254-0239

Dance Studio

stteresataekwondo@yahoo.com

Wed 7.30pm–8.30pm

1 session 1 month 3 months 3 to 5 years old White Belt to Yellow Green $50 $160 $441 Green Belt to Blue Belt $50 $165 $468 Brown to Brown Black $50 $170 $483 6 to 14 years old / 50 years old and above White Belt to Yellow Green $50 $120 $315 Green Belt to Blue Red $50 $125 $342 Brown to Brown Black $50 $130 $354 1st Poom & Above $50 $135 $369 15 to 49 years old White Belt to Yellow Green $50 $130 $345 Green Belt to Blue Red $50 $135 $369 Brown to Brown Black $50 $140 $384 1st Dan & above $50 $145 $399 Family Package (1 adult and any of the above package) 1 month $350 Min 3 pax 3 months $900 Min 3 pax $950 Min 4 pax $1,000 Min 5 pax

swimming for children (1:10 students) Swimming Pool Sat & Sun 9am, 10am, 11am and 3pm, 4pm, 5pm $192.60 (members), $240.75 (guests) 12 sessions, 1 hour each for adults (1:10 students) Sat & Sun 9am–11am, 3pm–5pm $192.60 (members),

Aqua-aerobics

$60 (members), $72 (guests)

6 months

4 sessions Mothers & daughters

$864 – –

(6–12 years old) Sun 2pm–3pm Per pair: $100 (members), $112 (guests)

$621 $675 – –

4 sessions 6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek) Kenneth_Kwek@hjc.org.sg

AIKIDO

$675 – – –

Multi-Purpose Room Fri 7.45pm–8.45pm $135 (members), $150 (guests) 10 sessions 6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek) Kenneth_Kwek@hjc.org.sg

BAZGYM GYMNASTICS SCHOOL Mon–Sun

JUDO

Swimming Pool

Multi-Purpose Room

Thu 7.45pm–8.45pm

Sun 4pm–5pm

Gym Bears (For ages 3–5) $328.50 (members), $365 (guests)

$50 (members), $65 (guests)

$100 (members), $110 (guests)

4 sessions

8 sessions

for mums-to-be Wed 9am–10am $90 (members), $100 (guests) 6 sessions

6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek)

Min. 11 sessions

YOGA Multi-Purpose Room

Kenneth_Kwek@hjc.org.sg

Wed 7.30pm–9pm

Physio Gym (For ages 5 and

above with special needs) $396 (members), $440 (guests)

$75 (members), $80 (guests)

$240.75 (guests)

Aqua-zumba

12 sessions

Swimming Pool

6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek)

Tue 7.45pm–8.45pm

Kenneth_Kwek@hjc.org.sg

private lessons (1:1–4 students) From $107 (members), $133.75 (guests) 4 sessions, 30–60 min each 6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek) Kenneth_Kwek@hjc.org.sg

Wed 8am–9am $70 (members), $80 (guests) 4 sessions 6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek) Kenneth_Kwek@hjc.org.sg

Min. 11 sessions Mini Bears (For ages 3–4)

12 sessions

Sat & Sun $368 (members), $409 (guests) Min. 11 sessions

zumba

One-time registration fee

Dance Studio

$25 (members), $50 (guests)

Mon 7.30pm–8.30pm,

6256-8191 (BazGym)

Sat 1pm–2pm $130 (members), $150 (guests)

Fitness tuesday

10 sessions

Morning express

Members enjoy special rates!

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$328.50 (members), $365 (guests)

Kenneth_Kwek@hjc.org.sg

6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek)

Min. 11 sessions Gym Boys/Girls (For ages 6–8)

Turn to page 4 to sign up or renew your membership and win a trip to Gold Coast!

bukit batok Clubhouse Multi-Purpose Room Tue 8.30am–9.30am (Dance

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New

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Junior and adult classes coming in

Fitness Lite), 9.30am–10am

March! Call 6705-9458 or email

(HIIT Workout), 10am–10.30am

Cecilia_Goh@HomeTeamNS.sg

(Core Conditioning) Lunch express Tue 12pm–12.30pm

swimming for children (1:10 students)

(HIIT Workout), 12.30pm–1pm

Swimming Pool

(Body TR), 1pm–1.30pm

Sat & Sun 9am, 10am, 11am

(Cardio Kickbox), 1.30pm–2pm (Dance Fitness) evening express Tue 7pm–8pm (Cardio Kickbox), 8pm–9pm (Dance Fitness) For Dance Fitness Lite: $100 (members), $105 (guests); For the other courses: $110 (members), $115 (guests) 4 sessions for Dance Fitness Lite, 5 sessions for all others 6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek)

and 3pm, 4pm, 5pm $210 (members), $231 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $260 (guests) 12 sessions, 1 hour each for adults (1:10 students) Sat & Sun 9am–11am, 3pm–5pm $210 (members), $231 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $260 (guests) 12 sessions private lessons (1:1–4 students) From $100 (members), $110 (SAFRA/PAssion), $125 (guests) 4 sessions, 30–60 min each

competitive lessons (Subject to selection)

$300 (members), $330 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $375 (guests) 3 mths, 3 times/wk, 2 hrs/session

K-pop X-Fitness Thu 8pm–9pm $100 (members), $110 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $120 (guests) 8 sessions

Aikido Fri 8pm–9.15pm $135 (members), $150 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $165 (guests) 10 sessions 6705-9458 (Ms Cecilia Goh)

YOGA Tue 8.30am–10am,

$100 (members), $110 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $120 (guests) 10 sessions

bokwa Thu 7pm–8pm $100 (members), $110 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $120 (guests) 8 sessions

Pilates Fri 7pm–8pm $110 (members), $120 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $132 (guests) 12 sessions

zumba Mon 8pm–9pm $80 (members), $90 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $96 (guests) 8 sessions

Wed 8pm–9.30pm

Kenneth_Kwek@hjc.org.sg

happy hour friday workout Dance Studio Morning express Fri 8.30am–9am

To sign up for Bukit Batok courses, call Ms Cecilia Goh at 6705-9458 or email Cecilia_Goh@HomeTeamNS.sg

Sembawang Clubhouse

(Dance Fitness Lite), 10am–

Underwater courses

10.30am (Core Conditioning)

Open Water Diver (OWD)

(HIIT Workout), 9am–10am

Lunch express Fri 12pm–12.30am (Core Conditioning), 12.30pm–1pm (Body TR), 1pm–1.30pm

Swimming Pool Wed to Sun 6.30pm

Sat & Sun 9.30am, 10am, 10.30am,

Pool Scuba (PS)

8.30pm (Dance Fitness K1) For Dance Fitness Lite:

Mon & Tue 7pm, 7.30pm,

1 theory + 2 pool sessions and

(Dance Fitness)

(Cardio Kickbox), 7.30pm–

Swimming Pool 8pm, 8.30pm

2D1N overseas dive

Fri 6.30pm–7.30pm

Water Safe (WS 1/2/3, size: 4 students)

$680 (members), $850 (guests)

(Cardio Kickbox), 1.30pm–2pm evening express

Swimming

Sat & Sun 6pm, 7pm $60 (members), $75 (guests) 50 min/session

Scuba Intro (SI) Fri 6.30pm

11am, 3pm, 3.30pm, 4pm, 4.30pm $86.25 (members), $115 (guests) 4 sessions, 30 min each

Swim Skill Entry (SS1, size: 8 students) Mon 7pm, Sat & Sun 9.30am, 3pm

$100 (members), $105 (guests);

$96 (members), $120 (guests)

$93.75 (members), $125 (guests)

For the other courses:

180 min/course session

4 sessions, 50 min each

$110 (members), $115 (guests) 4 sessions for Dance Fitness Lite, 5 sessions for all others 6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek) Kenneth_Kwek@hjc.org.sg

Snorkelling Drill (SD) Thu 6.30pm, 7.30pm, 8.30pm $40 (members), $50 (guests) 50 min/session

Swim Skill Developing (SS2/3/4, size: 10 students)

$101.25 (members), $135 (guests) 4 sessions, 50 min each

Swim Skill Grooming (SS 5/6/7, size: 12 students) Tue 7pm, Sat & Sun 10.30am, 4pm $108.75 (members), $145 (guests) 4 sessions, 50 min each

Adult (size: 8 students) Tue 8pm, Sat & Sun 5pm $101.25 (members), $135 (guests) 4 sessions, 50 min each

inline Skating Carpark Sun 10am–11am $75 (members), $100 (guests) 4 sessions

Mon 8pm, Sat & Sun 9.30am, 10.30am, 3pm, 4pm

To sign up for Sembawang courses, call Nazzer at 6708-6672 or email Nazzer@HomeTeamNS.sg

HomeTeamNS Management reserves the right to cancel or postpone the courses offered with prior notice via email and website. In the event of cancellation of a course, a full refund will be made to participants who have paid before the commencement of the course. Please visit www.HomeTeamNS.sg for updates on the courses offered. Fees are exclusive of 7% GST.

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