Commodore s Message. Dear Members, REGULARS. RADM Lew Chuen Hong COMMODORE

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3 REGULARS Commodore s Message Dear Members, The club kick-started this year with a blast of sailing activities, starting with the 3rd edition of the DSP SAFYC Sailing League in January. A total of 102 sailors of different boat classes participated in the event. It was uplifting to see the sailors so determined to accomplish all races. A sincere thank you to Dinghy Sailing Products for their continuous support in making this event even more successful. Followed by Horsburgh Challenge which was conducted in February. In its 12 years of running, this regatta has not cease to challenge the sailors as they brave the passage to Horsburgh lighthouse. Congratulations to the participants for a job well done and thank you once again for making the regatta a success. It couldn t have been done without the race committee, the organizing body, our sponsors, and the sailors themselves. In the following two months ahead, the Club continues to line-up both social and sailing activities for our Members. In March, we invite Members to bring their family and join us to celebrate Easter. For those who wish to unwind, we invite you to join the Good Friday Cruise to Telok Sengat on 25th 27th March. If you are up for some competition, don t miss our 13th SAFYC Regatta on 16th 17th April for Dinghy and 23rd-24th April for Optimist. The running of these events displayed the club s effort & commitment to engaging members and creates vibrancy within the club. I wish to assure our Members that the club will continue to strive hard to achieve the visions shared during the Townhall Session on 19 February, in order to rejuvenate SAF Yacht Club from the consolidation. The Review Teams are committed to work in the best interest of our members and working earnestly to come up with options and answers to Members. The team s immediate focus will be to consolidate at Sembawang Clubhouse and assist members for smooth transition to Sembawang Clubhouse. I thank all members for riding through the waves with the club and hope you would continue to enjoy your time at the club with us. RADM Lew Chuen Hong COMMODORE 1

4 REGULARS AT YOUR SERVICE BOARD OF GOVERNORS 2016 MG Lim Cheng Yeow Perry BG Melvyn Ong Su Kiat RADM Lai Chung Han MG Hoo Cher Mou BG Tan Wei Ming Mervyn BG Chia Choon Hoong RADM Jackson Chia BG Koh Tee Hian David RADM Lew Chuen Hong BG Chiang Hock Woon Ms. Teoh Ai Lin Mr. Thomas Wong Hui Ping Mr. Teo Eng Dih COL Tan Kian Whye COL Francis Kee Eng Chye COL Neo Chin Wee David Mr Ong Koon Hong MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 2015/2016 RADM Lew Chuen Hong COL Chew Chee Mun COL Kong Kam Yean ME6 Tan Teck Ling (Thomas) Mr Yap Kok Ken ME5 Ang Chee Leong Ms Wong Ching Yeng (Isabelle) LTC Kuak Fu Seng (Dickson) CAPT Lau Chye Gin (Jerry) Mr Cheong Fook Hing (Nicholas) Dr Ajith Damodaran Mr Khoo Kay Chong Mr Er Swee Ming (Henry) Mr Richard Cai Mr Wong Wing Sun (Eric) Mr Wong Hon Khai (Jeffrey) MAJ Soh Hsieh Liang (Christopher) Mr Jason Chong Ms June Liew Editorial Team Mr. Koh Hock Lim Ms. Lashanne Phang Ms. Weng Maningo Chief of Defence Force Chief of Army Chief of Navy Chief of Air Force Director, Military Intelligence, Chief C4I Chief of Staff, Joint Staff COS-NS/Sembawang Country Club DS(T); Temasek Club Fleet Commander; Commodore, SAF Yacht Club Comd 9 DIV/ Chief Infantry Officer/ The Chevrons Director, Legal Services Director, Defence Finance Director Manpower Head, Joint Logistics Department Head, Joint Manpower Head, Joint Plans and Transformation Department Head, SAF Personnel Services Centre Commodore Vice Commodore Rear Commodore Honorary Secretary Assistant Honorary Secretary Honorary Treasurer Assistant Honorary Treasurer Captain of Power Captain of Sail Honorary Legal Advisor Honorary Medical Officer Committee Member Committee Member Committee Member Committee Member Committee Member Committee Member Co-opted Member Co-opted Member Editor Writer/ Sub-Editor Writer/ Advertising MC SUB-COMMITTEE 2015/16 Member Engagement & Connection Sub-Committee Chairman : COL Chew Chee Mun Members : Mr Yap Kok Ken Ms Isabelle Wong Ching Yeng Mr Richard Cai MAJ Dickson Kuak CAPT Jerry Lau Remuneration & HR Sub-Committee Chairman : RADM Lew Chuen Hong Members : COL Chew Chee Mun COL Kong Kam Yean ME5 Ang Chee Leong ME6 Tan Teck Ling Mr Yap Kok Ken Mr. Richard Cai Finance Sub-Committee Chairman Vice Chairman : ME5 Ang Chee Leong : Mr. Richard Cai Infrastructure & Facilities Sub-Committee Chairman : COL Kong Kam Yean Vice Chairman (Sembawang) : Jeffrey Wong Vice Chairman (Changi) : Khoo Kay Chong Members : Zulkifli Talib Powerboat Sub-Committee Chairman Member Sailing Sub-Committee Chairman Members : MAJ Dickson Kuak : ME4 Jaya Sankaran : CAPT Jerry Lau : Mr. Borstnar Vladimir Mr. Yuen Weng Thye Mr. Low Weng Kong Mr. Tonny Tan Mr. Khoo Kay Chong SAF Yacht Club Changi Clubhouse (Head Office) 110 Tanah Merah Coast Road, Singapore Tel: Fax: ccangel@safyc.org.sg Sembawang Clubhouse 43 Admiralty Road West, Singapore Tel: Fax: scangel@safyc.org.sg Publishing Consultant & Media Representative White Paper Communications Pte Ltd One Raffles Quay, North Tower, Level 25 Singapore Website: Tel: [65] Fax: [65] RADM Lew Chuen Hong, COL Chew Chee Mun, COL Kong Kam Yean, ME6 Tan Teck Ling (Thomas), Mr Yap Kok Ken, ME5 Ang Chee Leong, Ms Wong Ching Yeng (Isabelle), CAPT Lau Chye Gin (Jerry), LTC Kuak Fu Seng (Dickson), Dr Ajith Damodaran, Mr Cheong Fook Hing (Nicholas), Mr Khoo Kay Chong, Mr Er Swee Ming (Henry), Mr Wong Wing Sun (Eric), Mr Wong Hon Khai (Jeffrey), Mr Richard Cai, MAJ Soh Hsieh Liang (Christopher), Mr Jason Chong, Ms June Liew. Visit us at for more information! Contributors opinions in the articles do not necessarily reflect those of the Committee and the Club. While articles and correspondence are welcomed, the Editor reserves the right to edit or decline to publish. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without written permission and approval from the club. 2

5 CONTENTS Highlights DSP-SAFYC Sailing League 1/3 12 th Horsburgh Challenge Rada Muja Selangor International Regatta 2015 Happenings News Notices Colours Award Get To Know Us New Members Promising Sailors

6 News Notices Road Closure on 17 April 2016 Dear Valued Members, Please be informed that there will be a road closure on Changi Coast Road Avenue and Changi Ferry Road on Sunday, 17 April 2016 from 6am to 2pm due to a triathlon event. Kindly find official notice below for your reference. For questions and concerns, please contact or sprintseries@metasport.com Thank you. Larc V Training Safety Reminder As there are recurring Larc V trainings at our Sembawang Clubhouse, kindly practice safety when these vehicles are at the Carpark and the Slipway during the announced scheduled timings to avoid accidents and inconveniences. Boaters are advised to launch/recover before or after the training. For any assistance, please contact our Angels at Thank You On behalf of the Management Committee and Club staff, we would like to express our gratitude to Club Members for their generous contribution to the staff s Lunar New Year Ang Pow Fund. Thank you for your continuous support towards the Club. 4

7 News Colours Award 2016 SAF Yacht Club has once again hosted the annual Colours Award on 24th January Prior to the first leg of DSP-SAFYC Sailing League prize presentation, sailors and parents assembled at the Changi Clubhouse Straits View to recognize this year s awardees. This function s purpose is to acknowledge the outstanding performances and contributions of our young sailors in the past year. A total of 31 sailors were awarded based on their National Ranking. Congratulations to all the recipients for a job well done! We are all proud of you! Coach Hu Yan Hui presenting the certificates for the Optimist class awardees Coach Xu Xiadong presenting the certificates for the Byte class awardees Ryan Goh Jie Rong, the recipient of Sailing Committee Challenge Trophy (Byte) Jodie Lai Xuan Yi, the recipient of Captain of Sail Challenge Trophy (Optimist) and Commodore s Challenge Trophy for her notable achievements in the sailing arena. (Jodie s awards were claimed by her sister on her behalf) Prestigious awards were presented by Captain of Sail, Mr Jerry Lau, Coach Xiaodong, and Coach Hu! Colours Award 2016 Optimist Colours Award 11 Muhammad Ryan Sei Bin M. Yazid 10 Jovy Ang 9 Max Victor Teo Li Chen 8 Dylan Fang Wei Jie 7 Lee Riane 6 Brandon Chia Han Kwang 5 Lin Tze Kai Matthias 4 Chloe Chang 3 Daniel Hung Boon Lok 2 Muhammad Daniel Kei Bin M. Yazid 1 Jodie Lai Xuan Yi Optimist Merit Award 5 Darius Lee Kheng Wee 4 Ethan Neo Hwee Tjun 3 Samuel Hung Boon Hay 2 Ron Koh Jie Ran 1 Jania Ang Byte Colours Award 10 Liu Wenyi 9 Joash Ng 8 Maurice Ng (Huang Maoheng) 7 Tasha Ang Kah Lynn 6 Dominique Koo Yi Xian 5 Nadine Regina Yeam Kah Yinn 4 Yves Tng Hai Yi 3 Jacob Sze Jie Yao 2 Poh Yong Hao 1 Ryan Goh Jie Rong Byte Merit Award 5 Eugene Seet Ming Zhe 4 Sophia Rose Jing Feng Meyers 3 Tristan Ang Teng Fong 2 Sin Zi Yi Valerie 1 Kyle Lim Khoon Leng Prestigious Award 5.1 Sailing Committee Challenge Trophy (Byte) Ryan Goh Jie Rong 5.2 Captain of Sail Challenge Trophy (Optimist) Jodie Lai Xuan Yi 5.3 Commodore's Challenge Trophy Jodie Lai Xuan Yi 5

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10 Highlights DSP - SAFYC Sailing League 1/3 The third edition of the DSP SAFYC Sailing League kicked off on a Saturday afternoon of 23 January at Changi Clubhouse. This being the first regatta of the year, we are excited seeing eager familiar faces and some new ones participating the race which is proudly sponsored by Dinghy Sailing Products! We saw a total of 102 sailors of different boat classes sailing under the scorching heat, navigating their way to accomplish all races. The first day of the race started with the first warning signal at 1300hrs. The weather was perfect for sailing with good winds. However, it was delayed on the second day as the wind s direction was inconsistent. With choppy currents and a strong breeze that caused some boats to capsize and lose track, our sailors were able to finish the race. Gale-force winds toppled over the boats a challenge for the sailors! Keelboats cruising through the waves as well! Byte, Laser Radial, and both Optimist Gold and Silver fleets managed to finish 7 races while the Keelboat class finished 4. Thereafter the race, parents and sailors gathered at the Straits View for the prize presentation! Race winners received trophies and medals while our lucky draw winners won a BlockUp! Sunblock lotion, a pair of Sunglasses, and a DSP voucher! 8

11 Highlights DSP - SAFYC Sailing League 1/3 DSP-SAFYC Sailing League 1/ Byte Final Results Sail No Sailor Club School Sex Race1 Race2 Race3 Race4 Race5 Race6 Race7 Base 6 of 7 Open 5231 Ryan Goh SAFYC VS M Jacob Sze Jie-Yao SAFYC RI M Thaddeus Teo Shen Yang SAFYC VS M Valerie Sin SAFYC TKG F Josephine Anne Tan Jie Ling SAFYC KC F Nadine Regina Yeam Kah Yinn SAFYC NJC F DNC,33 DNC,33 DNC, Girls Division DSP-SAFYC Sailing League 1/ Optimist Gold Final Results Sail No Sailor Club School Sex Race1 Race2 Race3 Race4 Race5 Race6 Race7 Base 6 of 7 Open 4418 Ethan Neo SAFYC SHP M Colin Noel Tan SAFYC SJI M Darius Lee SAFYC SHP M DSP LEAGUE 2016 (1/3) - Participants List (OPEN Class) Race 1 Helm/Owner Boat Name PY Elapsed Time Corrected Time Points Teo Wee Chin 3 Monkeys Lip Kuo Ming Ambindi Race 2 Helm/Owner Boat Name PY Elapsed Time Corrected Time Points Lip Kuo Ming Ambindi Jerry Lau WYSIWYG II Alfred Leong Innis Free Teo Wee Chin 3 Monkeys 95, Race 3 Helm/Owner Boat Name PY Elapsed Time Corrected Time Points Teo Wee Chin 3 Monkeys Lip Kuo Ming Ambindi Race 4 Helm/Owner Boat Name PY Elapsed Time Corrected Time Points Teo Wee Chin 3 Monkeys Lip Kuo Ming Ambindi Jerry Lau WYSIWYG I Alfred Leong Innis Free OVERALL Helm/Owner Boat Name Race1 Race2 Race3 Race4 Best 3 of 4 Keelboat Open Teo Wee Chin 3 Monkeys Lip Kuo Ming Ambindi Jerry Lau WYSIWYG II DSP-SAFYC Sailing League 1/ Laser Radial Final Results Sail No Sailor Club School Sex Race1 Race2 Race3 Race4 Race5 Race6 Race7 Best 6 of 7 Open Marcus Ng Yao Jie SAFYC M Yves Tng SAFYC VS M DSP-SAFYC Sailing League 1/ Optimist Silver Final Results Sail No Sailor Club School Sex Race1 Race2 Race3 Race4 Race5 Race6 Race7 Best 6 of 7 Open 3333 Felix Koo Yi Xiong SAFYC TNS M Jack Shun Yi Keable SAFYC TPP M Emma Chaudheri SAFYC KTC F Alternatively, race results can be accessed from our website at Congratulations to all the participants for a job well done! We wish to see each and every one again on our upcoming sailing event 13th SAFYC Regatta 2016 on April! Visit our Facebook page at for more regatta photos! Sponsor: Supporting Sponsor: 9

12 Highlights 12 th Horsburgh Challenge Regarded as the most challenging keelboat regatta in Singapore, the Horsburgh Challenge - now on its 12th edition was held over a span of 3 days from February This year, we saw a total of 12 keelboats that participated the race 5 from SAF Yacht Club, 4 from Raffles Marina, and 3 from Changi Sailing Club. The winds throughout the weekend didn t disappoint our sailors. Although it was raining on the second day of the race, they pressed on towards the vicinity of the Horsburgh lighthouse which was the main passage of this regatta. Races 3-5 were held at the waters off Changi Clubhouse on the regatta s last day. At 6pm, dinner commenced prior to the prize presentation! Smiles all around! Race winners presented by Commodore Lew Chuen Hong. Lucky draw winner presented by GM, Mr Koh Hock Lim. Not forgetting, we d like to thank our supporting sponsors ST Electronics, International Paint, BlockUp!, and Kenko for being part of this event. 10

13 Highlights 12 th Horsburgh Challenge Overall winners under IRC B class (from left to right): 3rd place Angel skippered by Borstnar Vladimir, 2nd place ReKering Dream skippered by Simon Piff, 1st place SF Too skippered by Gordon Maxted Overall winners under PY class (from left to right): 3rd place Mystic River skippered by Pang Kim Ann, 2nd place Wysiwyg II skippered by Jerry Lau, 1st place Jen s Jaunt skippered by Curry Keoughan OVERALL RESULTS 12th SAFYC Horsburgh Callenge (19-21 FEBRUARY 2016) Craft Name Skipper Name Club Race1 Race2 Race3 Race4 Race5 Jen s Jaunt Curry Keoughan Raffles Marina Wysiwyg II Jerry Lau SAFYC Mystic River Pang Kim Ann Raffles Marina Craft Name Skipper Name Club Race1 Race2 Race3 Race4 Race5 SF Too Gordon Maxted Raffles Marina Rekering Dream Simon Piff Raffles Marina Angel Borstnar Vladimir SAFYC DAY 1 - Friday, 19 February 2016 Sailor Craft Name Skipper Name Elapse Time Hour Minute Second Elapse in Seconds TCC Corrected Time Scores 5878Y Jen s Jaunt Curry Keoughan Mystic River Pang Kim Ann SIN 456 Kristina James Tan Hian Ang Sailor Craft Name Skipper Name Elapse Time Hour Minute Second Elapse in Seconds TCC Corrected Time Scores SIN 10 Angel Borstnar Vladimir SIN 852 SF Too Gordon Maxted SIN 1822 Shardana Joe Lombardo DAY 2 - Saturday 20 February 2016 Sailor Craft Name Skipper Name Elapse Time Hour Minute Second Elapse in Seconds Base 4 of 5 Base 4 of 5 PY Position IRC B Position PY - RESULTS ( Race 1) IRC - RESULTS ( Race 1 ) PY - RESULTS ( Race 2 ) TCC Corrected Time Scores 5878Y Jen s Jaunt Curry Keoughan SIN 5947 Wysiwyg II Jerry Lau SIN 295 Ambindi Scottz Lip

14 Highlights 12 th Horsburgh Challenge Sailor Craft Name Skipper Name DAY 3 - Sunday 21 February 2016 Sailor Craft Name Skipper Name Sailor Craft Name Skipper Name Elapse Time Hour Minute Second Elapse in Seconds TCC Corrected Time Scores Mystic River Pang Kim Ann Y Jen s Jaunt Curry Keoughan SIN 456 Kristina James Tan Hian Ang Sailor Craft Name Skipper Name Sailor Craft Name Skipper Name Elapse Time Hour Minute Second Elapse Time Hour Minute Second Elapse in Seconds TCC Corrected Time Scores SIN 852 SF Too Gordon Maxted Rikki Tikki Tavi Christopher Furness IRL 3232 Rekering Dream Simon Piff Elapse in Seconds TCC Corrected Time Scores 5878Y Jen s Jaunt Curry Keoughan Mystic River Pang Kim Ann SIN 5947 Wysiwyg II Jerry Lau Sailor Craft Name Skipper Name Elapse Time Hour Minute Second Elapse Time Hour Minute Second PY - Results( Race 3 ) Elapse in Seconds TCC Corrected Time Scores 5878Y Jen s Jaunt Curry Keoughan SIN 5947 Wysiwyg II Jerry Lau Mystic River Pang Kim Ann Sailor Craft Name Skipper Name Elapse Time Hour Minute Second Elapse Time Hour Minute Second IRC - RESULTS ( Race 2 ) Elapse in Seconds TCC Corrected Time Scores SIN 852 SF Too Gordon Maxted SIN 1822 Shardana Joe Lombardo IRL 3232 Rekering Dream Simon Piff IRC - RESULTS ( Race 3 ) Elapse in Seconds TCC Corrected Time Scores SIN 10 Angel Borstnar Vladimir SIN 852 SF Too Gordon Maxted IRL 3232 Rekering Dream Simon Piff PY - RESULTS ( Race 4 ) IRC - RESULTS ( Race 4 ) PY - RESULTS ( Race 5 ) IRC - RESULTS ( Race 5 ) Elapse in Seconds TCC Corrected Time Scores SIN 852 SF Too Gordon Maxted IRL 3232 Rekering Dream Simon Piff Rikki Tikki Tavi Christopher Furness RET,6 Kudos to all participants for accomplishing the races and congratulations to the winners for their great performance throughout this regatta. 12th Horsburgh Challenge was a success! Thank you for your continuous support. Supporting Sponsors:

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17 Get to Know Us Get to Know Our New Members Raymond Ow Special Term Membership Roheed Raj Singh NSF Term Membership An engineer and an avid angler, Mr Ow joined us on December last year as a Special Term Member. Read on to know more about him and his opinions regarding his stay with us! Q: So Mr Ow, how did you know about SAF Yacht Club? A: I ve known the Club a long time ago. It was introduced to me by my friends but that time, I haven t made my mind to join as a member. Q: What made you decide to join us? A: Since I don t sail, I joined mainly for fishing at the Changi Clubhouse jetty. It would be good if Sembawang Clubhouse would have a fishing area as well. Q: How do you find your stay with us thus far? A: So far so good! The staff are friendly and professional. I don t use much of the facilities though but overall, it s all right. Q: What do you enjoy doing during your free time? A: My hobby is purely fishing and I ve been doing it for a long time. I go fish with my friends at the eastern parts of Singapore or west Malaysia. I also enjoy traveling with my family on holidays once in a while. We go to nearby places such as Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand. Q: If you won the lottery, what would you do first with the money? A: I d buy a house. That s my priority. Currently serving the country under the Navy, Mr Singh joined SAF Yacht Club as a Special Term Member. Read on to know more about his views with us so far! Q: How did you come across SAF Yacht Club? A: The Club is just nearby my camp so I ve known it for quite some time. Q: What made you decide to join as member? A: The Sembawang Clubhouse is just right behind my camp so it s very convenient for me location-wise. I visit the Club usually thrice a week. I am also planning on taking a PPCDL course! Q: And so far, how do you find your stay with us? A: I have been a member only recently and so far, the club is okay and the staff are friendly! My stay has been fine since I joined. Q: Can you share with us some of your hobbies and interests? A: I am into sports especially soccer! I also caught a new hobby which is diving as I am a diver in the Navy. Q: Where would you likely spend your ideal holiday destination and why? A: I wish I can travel as much. Maybe one day because right now, I m still in NS. I want to explore Southeast Asia first and visit the hotspots. I want to do water sports, check out the nightlife, see more of nature especially the mountains. 15

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19 Get To Know Us Get To Know Our Promising Sailors Alongside with his brothers, Gregory is to watch out for in the sailing arena. Now at age 9, Gregory strives to be a better sailor through participating in regattas and continuous training with his coaches. Read on to find out more about our young sailor! Gregory (left) together with his big brothers Matthias (centre) and Aloysius (right) Name Lin Tze Jay Gregory Birthday 13 Feb 2007 School St Hilda s Primary School Hobbies: Soccer, Badminton watching TV Favourite Food: Japanese Ramen Fish Ball Noodle Words For a Fellow Sailor: Never give up! Q: How did your sailing journey come about? A: My brothers introduced me to sailing. Back then, I liked to help them pull and wash their boats. In primary 1, I joined GKA programme and found it very fun and challenging. Q: Glad to hear that you kick-start sailing through GKA! What can you say about your time with SAFYC? A: The SAFYC coaches and training squad are tough but fun to be with. I have learnt a lot from them. Q: What s the favourite aspect you like about sailing? A: I enjoy training with my sailing friends, both at sea and on land. I like going to regattas to compete with my other sailing friends. Q: Could you tell us about your most memorable sailing experience? A: It was during last year CSC Regatta. It was my first time competing in monsoon season. There are many days with rain, strong winds and current. I sailed how my coaches taught me and won the regatta! Q: What about your worst experience? A: It happened in one of early regattas. I was trying to hike but I missed the hiking strap and fell into the water just when the race was about to start. I panicked and struggled to get back on. Then, the fleet started before I could get into my boat, and I did not do well for that race. I learnt to keep calm and stay focus from this experience. Q: What other sports are you good at besides sailing? A: I enjoy badminton and playing soccer. Q: How do you manage it around your curriculum of studies? A: Fortunately, I had the support from my parents and grandparents. My brothers also guide and share on how to manage my time between sailing and studies. I try to finish my school work and revision during my spare time outside of my training days. Q: Would you plan to see sailing as your career in the future? A: As of the moment, I don t know yet. But I want to do well in my sailing and studies. Q: Who are your mentors in sailing? A: I have learnt a lot from Coach Xiao Dong and Coach Bryan, and my brothers who share with me on their experiences! Q: Any personal goals in terms of sailing currently? A: I aim to top my age group in Gold Fleet, and help to achieve success for my school during the Inter- School Regatta. Q: If you weren t a sailor, how different would your life be today? A: I enjoy talking to my brothers about sailing. I think my life would be boring if I am not sailing. Q: So far, who is your toughest competitor? A: I think it would be myself. Q: Lastly, if you found a genie and you are given 3 wishes, what would they be and why? A: First, I hope to have a brand new boat. I enjoy Japanese food, and I hope to have that every day! Can I have another 3 more wishes? 17

20 Highlights Rada Muja Selangor International Regatta 2015 Three overnight passage races, 260 miles in total, plus 3 days of harbour racing in Penang and Langkawi, the Raja Muda Selangor International Regatta is one of the most anticipated keelboat races past the tropical islands of Malaysia. Millennium 2 with skipper Ken Yap, and crew members Didier Pernet, Tony Hancock, Allan Koh, and Kenneth Teo took part on a voyage from Port Klang to Langkawi on 20th 28th November Here s an exclusive peak on their first-hand experience authored by Didier Pernet. Port Klang Penang The journey from Pangkor to Penang took 18 hours. On our arrival at Penang, we were welcomed by pink dolphins! And again, a storm was approaching with strong lightning. One boat got stuck on the finish line so we did our 2nd rescue battery transfer. Race 3 was a bay race. Unfortunately, it was modified. The 1st buoy was moved towards local boats during the race and then the route was shortened as the wind diminished. We were hoping to do 3-4 loops but since there s no wind, we only did 1 turn. At night, prize presentation was held at Khoo Kongsi. There was lion dance and a typical buffet dinner satay, laksa, and curry! The regatta s opening ceremony kicked off with a fantastic belly dancing performance at Royal Selangor Yacht Club. We saw blue skies with inconsistent winds during race 1. Just right after leaving the jetty, we rescued ReKering Dream as her propeller stopped by what we discovered later to be a big bunch of branches. Pangkor The weather was nice as we were anchoring in Pangkor clear skies, green sea, and bright sun, with light winds. Races in Pangkor were very relaxing. There have to be 2 of use to control Millennium 2. Since there were 3 of us initially, we took turns in working every 4 hours hence, our 2-hour sleep. 18

21 Highlights Rada Muja Selangor International Regatta 2015 Langkawi We were then joined by 2 more crews Allan and Kenneth on our journey to Langkawi. We left Penang on a sunny afternoon with a light west wind. At 7pm, it moved to north east, stronger and stronger, up to 25 knots. Tough, but so good for sailing. The regatta concluded with a superb swim, few more jugs, dances, and small falls in the pool for some! Another storm has approached again at night time. The winds were stronger and the waves higher it was very bad thus, a challenge to navigate. As the storm grew bigger, we suddenly heard Mayday! Mayday! from the radio. It was from Marik - one of our colleague s boat whose mast was broke. We rushed to help, hoping that the security boat would also join soon. After 8 hours of towing, at 1 hour from port, our engine suddenly stopped near big anchored ships. We quickly threw anchor. Meanwhile, the small motor of the towed boat restarted. They managed to go slowly to port and we went there sailing. By then the storm was even worse huge rain and wind was so strong. We got cold and soaked. Last leg in this bay race was a lovely race, especially the challenging last run to the finish line, side by side with Virgo! Out of all the races, this one was the best with just the right wind. We all truly had fun. Overall, it was a good regatta! The night race was particularly interesting as I haven t experienced it before. The last time Millennium 2 joined RMSIR, she wasn t able to finish. Now, we manage to complete all 6 races and we re all very happy. 19

22 Highlights Happenings Basic Sailing Course One is never too old to learn! The Basic Sailing Course is open to adults 16 and above who are to take up an interest in sailing but never got the chance to do so! Using a Laser Pico which is a 2-men craft where you can take turns in assuming the role of being a helmsman or crew together with a partner. The course syllabus includes basic knowledge of sailing related to rigging, knots, points of sail crafts and capsize drills. Date Time : 5, 6, 12 & 13 March : 2pm to 6pm (Saturday) 9.30am to 5.30pm (Sunday, 2 sessions concurrently) : 3 days (2x half Saturdays and 2x Sundays) : Meeting Sembawang Clubhouse Course Duration Venue Rates : Members - $ Public - $ Contact : scangel@safyc.org.sg *Laser Pico and life vest will be provided Powered Pleasure Craft Driving License If you enjoy being in control of cruising in wide-open spaces, you can consider getting yourself a Powered Pleasure Craft Driving License. Boundaries are nonexistent and the best thing is, there are no traffic lights and road demarcations, but do drive safely. Get started by taking up the simple 2-day course at SAFYC, where our veteran instructors will bring you through both the theory and practical know-hows, and one step closer to your dream. Date : 5-6 March, March : 2-3 April, April Time : 9.30am to 3.30pm (Theory Lessons) 3.30pm to 7.30pm (Practical Lessons) Course Duration : 2 days (Saturday & Sunday) Venue : Meeting Sembawang Clubhouse Rates : Members - $ Public - $ Contact : scangel@safyc.org.sg Get Kids Afloat Learn to sail the seas in our proven Get Kids Afloat (GKA) 4-day sailing introduction programme. This school holiday programme teaches your child, aged 7-15, the fundamentals of sailing in a safe and fun environment while allowing them to make new friends. Proven in the development of World Champions, GKA is endorsed by the Singapore Sports Council. Date : March Time : 9am 5pm Venue : Sembawang Clubhouse Rates : Members - $ Public - $ Foreigners - $ Contact : scangel@safyc.org.sg

23 Highlights Happenings Easter Party Bring your kids to this event as the Easter Bunny is on his way with sweets and Easter eggs for girls and boys! So please do join us on this day when the Easter Bunny comes. We have prepared treats and games to play for a day of fun! Are you EGGcited? Date : 19 March Venue : Changi Clubhouse Time : 2pm 4pm Eligibility : For ages 3-14 years old. (Children below the age of 5 should come with a guardian.) Rates : S$8 (members) S$12 (non-members) Prices exclude GST. Contact : ccangel@safyc.org.sg Good Friday Cruise Are you looking for a relaxing getaway from home? Now is your chance to kick off your shoes and bask under the sun as we navigate our way to Telok Sengat! Treat yourself, your family and friends to this scenic trip! Date : March Venue : Changi Clubhouse Time : Depart CCH (09.45am on 25 March) Return CCH (4pm on 27 March) Contact : ccangel@safyc.org.sg th SAFYC Regatta The 13th edition of the SAFYC Regatta is here again! Spanning over two weekends in April, the 13th SAFYC Regatta will host both the Dinghy and Optimist classes. The first warning signal will be at 1100hrs for both races. Date : April (Dinghy) April (Optimist) Venue : Changi Clubhouse Time : First Warning 1100hrs Contact : ccangel@safyc.org.sg

24 Regulars Calendar March 2016 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT PPCDL BSC CCC PPCDL BSC BSC BSC GKA GKA GKA GKA PPCDL Level 1 Clinic Easter Party For Children PPCDL Good Friday Good Friday Cruise to Telok Sengat Byte/Laser Conversion Medal Race Good Friday Cruise to Telok Sengat Good Friday Cruise to Telok Sengat Sembawang Clubhouse Changi Clubhouse Public Holidays National Sailing Centre Sembawang Clubhouse REMARK: PPCDL Courses are held every 1st and 3rd weekend of the month. Classes are conducted in English at the Sembawang Clubhouse. Courses in Mandarin are also available once there are 5 registrants. 22

25 Regulars Calendar April 2016 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 PPCDL PPCDL PPCDL 13 th SAFYC REGATTA 2016 (Dinghy) PPCDL 13 th SAFYC REGATTA 2016 (Dinghy) th SAFYC REGATTA 2016 (Optimist) 13 th SAFYC REGATTA 2016 (Optimist) Remarks: There Will be no training on 16,17, 23 & 24 April 2016 due to 13 th SAFYC Regatta Sembawang Clubhouse Changi Clubhouse Public Holidays National Sailing Centre LEGEND BSC PPCDL GKA CCC BTR IHR MMR CCH SCH - Basic Sailing Course - Powered Pleasure Craft Driving Licence Course (subject to minimum participation) - Get Kids Afloat Programme - Competent Crew Course - Bi-Monthly Trophy Race - In-House Race - Monthly Medal Race - Changi Clubhouse - Sembawang Clubhouse Contact Details Social Events: / selene@safyc.org.sg Sea Sports Courses & Regattas: Wee / weechin@safyc.org.sg Sembawang Clubhouse REMARK: PPCDL Courses are held every 1st and 3rd weekend of the month. Classes are conducted in English at the Sembawang Clubhouse. Courses in Mandarin are also available once there are 5 registrants. 23

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28 Regulars Welcome Onboard New Members MEMBER NAME MEMBERSHIP TYPE Edmond Toh MingHeng Ahmad Nizam Bin Mohamad Ismail Sin Jun Roheed Raj Singh Loh Chin Foo Gilbert Tan Huan Pheng Hoh Loong Jeremy Jarrod Juma at Bin Tik Isaac Ng Hoh Li Wei Ow Tuck Meng Raymond Lun Kaili Caleb Khairul Hisham Bin Abdullah Keenan Cheung Kai Jeng Declan Cheung Shou Jeng Lim Joo Peng Kwek Jun Wen Cayden Kyle Tan (Chen Yikai) NSF Term NSF Term NSF Term NSF Term Ordinary Ordinary Ordinary Ordinary Ordinary Term Family SAF Regulars Special Term Special Term Special Term Special Term Special Term Special Term Special Term Special Term 10% Member-Get-Member Incentive Good things are meant to be shared and at the SAF Yacht Club, we reward you for every successful membership referral* You will be credited with 10% of each successful membership entrance fee into your membership account upon approval of your referral s membership. You may use your credits to fund your monthly subscription fees, craft chartering fees as well as your course and activity enrolment fees. Terms and conditions apply. *Note: With the exception of National Service Full-time (NSF) Term Membership 26

29 Regulars Reciprocal Clubs Singapore Australia Malaysia USA Brunei Hong Kong India Malta G.C. South Africa New Zealand *NOTE: SAFYC Members are entitled to the member s rate and access to all Overseas Reciprocal Clubs. Membership Privileges MEMBER PRIVILEGE PARTNERS & AFFILIATED CLUBS 2016 Beauty & Wellness Relax & Recreation Products & Services Please visit for a detailed list of our privileges! 27

30 Regulars Club Directory Changi Clubhouse Head Office General Manager Human Resource Clubhouse Operations Marina Sea Sports Marketing Events Membership Services Membership Relations/Front Desk Housekeeping Koh Hock Lim Peggy Fam Chris Morton Allan Mok Teo Wee Chin Lashanne Phang Selene Tan Nuraisah Angels Rose Low Sembawang Clubhouse Finance Clubhouse Operations Membership Services Billings Accounts Marina One Stop Centre Events Membership Relations/Front Desk David Ong Jason Tang Faridah Asyikin Susan Tan Andy Chong Kian Tat Selene Tan Angels Changi Clubhouse Front Desk Swimming Pool Gym Member s Lounge Marina Operations Club Shuttle Service Changi Clubhouse Monday to Friday SAFYC to Tanah Merah MRT 7.55am, 8.25am, 9.50am, 11.30am, 1.20pm, 5pm, 6pm**, 6.30pm**, 8.05pm, 9.05pm, 10.05pm* SAFYC to Tanah Merah MRT 7.55am, 8.25am, 9.50am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.20pm, 5pm, 6pm**, 6.30pm**, 8.05pm, 10.05pm* 9am 8pm Daily 9am 10pm 9am 10pm 9am 10pm 9am 6.30pm Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays Tanah Merah MRT to SAFYC 8.10am**, 8.40am** 10.05am, 12pm, 1.35pm, 5.15pm, 6.15pm, 6.45pm, 8.20pm, 10.20pm Tanah Merah MRT to SAFYC 8.10am**, 8.40am**, 10.05am, 12pm, 12.45pm, 1.35pm, 5.15pm, 6.15pm, 6.45pm, 8.20pm, 10.20pm Sembawang Clubhouse Front Desk Arcade Room Member s Lounge Gym Fruit Machine Room Marina Operations Sembawang Clubhouse Monday to Friday 9am 8pm Daily 9am 10pm 9am 10pm 9am 10pm SAFYC to Sembawang MRT 7.40am, 8.10am, 8.30am, 10am, 12pm, 1pm, 1.20pm*, 5.30pm, 6.05pm**, 6.35pm**, 8.05pm, 8.35pm*,10.05pm, 11.05pm* SAFYC to Sembawang MRT 7.40am, 8.10am, 8.30am, 9.00am 10am, 12pm, 1pm, 1.20pm*, 5.30pm, 6.05pm**, 6.35pm**, 7.05pm*,8.05pm, 8.35pm*, 10.05pm,11.05pm* 1.30pm 10pm (Tue to Sun) Closed on Mon, Open on Public Holidays 9am 6.30pm Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays Sembawang MRT to SAFYC 7.50am, 8.20am**, 8.40am**,10.10am, 12.10pm, 1.10pm, 1.30pm*,5.40pm, 6.15pm, 6.45pm, 8.15pm, 8.45pm*, 10.15pm, 11.15pm* Sembawang MRT to SAFYC 7.50am, 8.20am**, 8.40am**, 9.10am, 10.10am, 12.10pm, 1.10pm, 1.30pm*, 5.40pm, 6.15pm, 6.45pm, 7.15pm*, 8.15pm, 8.45pm*, 10.15pm, 11.15pm* *Only upon request with a minimum of 4 pax ** Priority is given to staff followed by members and resort rooms guest Remarks: 1. Tanah Merah MRT pick-up point: Exit B - Taxi Stand 2. Sembawang MRT pick-up point: Exit D Roundabout 3. Please be at the pick-up point 5 minutes before stated time. 4. Transport will leave the pick-up point at stated time or once it is fully occupied. 5. Please call our Front Desk for shuttle enquiry and availability. 6. Complimentary shuttle service is available in priority for the Club Members, staff & Resort Room guests. Public entering into the clubhouse may board the shuttle only where there are available seats. 7. If coming with 4 pax or more, please call our Angels at (Changi) or (Sembawang) to request for a specific timing. 28

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