This is Punggol STADIUM!

At Hougang Stadium, we were given our toughest challenge yet. We were all very tired and exhausted to begin with. Then COACH RIDTZ came up to us and told us that even though we were tired, the true test of our strength would be how we were performing when we were all so exhausted. And he said we needed to put in our 100 per cent, give it all we;ve got and stretch ourselves. We had each other to lean upon, and this was the time to put all our efforts for one last massive activity that would truly test our resolve, determination and strength. 

We had to do this activity as a cohort. First we had to divide ourselves into 2 : 31 for the mental challenge, and the rest for the physical. For the mental challenge, we each were given pictures from a storybook. Without looking at each other’s pieces we had to piece them together in a full sequence. While this is being done, the rest had to run suicide relays on the track. They could not stop till the picture sequence is complete. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

At first, most of us just ourselves and after we got our sequence right, did not bother to help others. And then, some of us resorted to looking at each other’s sequence. And our papers got shuffled by the coaches because of that. This was truly a test of strength. Back down in the track, each and everyone was giving a 100 per cent. Doing their best and putting in everything. Even if some were at the point of giving up, they still carried on and persevered. The coaches were doing it with us too. So the people doing the mental challenge realised that and started putting in their best shot to sequence the pictures together. Working together as a team now. No more individuals. And surely we got the pieces together. But upon showing Coach Ridtz, he said there was a mistake. So we did our best to find the mistake and correct it. 2nd submission to Coach Ridtz: and he gave up a THUMBS UP sign! We ran to the field and told the rest if was all over! A true triump for Punggol. Welcome to PUNGGOL STADIUM, everyone.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Where the best of you has not only triumphed but struggled through the process. And ended up as WINNERS in your OWN RIGHT!

This is the Starting Line.

On the second day, we were poised to run the race of our life. The race actually started the night before at 930pm. We were given our first clue cards and then when we solved it our coaches told us that we had to sleep for at least 6 hours before the next clue card will be given. However, it was our choice what time to wake up. Most of us decided to wake up at 4am to set off for the long journey… 

SETTING OFF…4AM.

We woke up and had a breakfast of biscuits and were then given our clue cards. We were also given maps that would help us navigate our way during the journey. The first station was Punggol Park and we set off in our individual teams as each of us raced towards our checkpoint, doing our best to be the first. When we reached, we had to find the ADAM KHOO “Empowering Lives Designing Destinies” plastic bag. Inside will be the TASK card, which will determine what task we needed to complete at the station before we could move on to the next one. 

At this station, we had to fill up a 1.5l bottle without the use of our hands, other water containers etc. Some of us used our mouth, our bare hands, even our shoes to transport the water!

The next station was Sheng Shiong. At Sheng Shiong we had to go in and find the prices of some items and report it to our coaches. Then we set off again, this time on a long journey to Jalan Kayu. It seems that as the journey progresses, the distance also increased! But we hung on to each other to motivate and encourage one another to put in 100 per cent and go the distance!

And the good news was…this next station was our pit stop! We could rest and eat our real breakfast! Yet we didnt want to rest too much. And headed on to progress to our next station as fast as possible! And the race becomes so unpredictable yet. Some of us found some shortcuts and came from behind to reach the station first! We really needed to find the fastest way to the checkpoints!

And this next leg of the rest was even further! We had to go to ANG MO KIO HUB and find Ronald Macdonalds!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

And then, we had to go to take photos of 100 smiles beside us or do the BINGO! game. It was very fun as we had to find and talk to members of the public and involve them in our activity. And we had to do this while running against time!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

And then we set off for HOUGANG STADIUM! The ultimate test of ourselves becokned over there!

Remember the Titans!

The first part of the camp was spent in training as we prepared to run the race of our lives. There were many stations, testing and challenging us in different aspects-mental, physical, teamwork, determination, endurance, making choices. We went through circuit training – where we learnt we always had to put in 100 per cent in everything we do because what we do here is always a reflection of who we are in life. It was tough but we encouraged each other to push beyond our limits. 

In other activities, we learnt the value of persistence and managing ourselves under intense pressure and stress. We learnt not to complain and keep blaming others, but to take 100 per cent ownership of our lives. Teamwork is also a virtue we learnt where we learnt one for all all for one! The game crusades was very stressful at times, but together we managed to overcome the challenges and succeeded in the activity!

The Beginning

Today we have arrived safely at base camp in Punggol Sec in preparation for the race. We have been introduced to the coaches who would be guardians and guides for us to run the race tomorrow. We have been separated out into our individual teams. Some of us may not have been put in the groups with our close friends. However, like Coach Rid told us…we need to stretch ourselves and expose ourselves to something new, stepping outside our comfort zone. 

Let us move toward success!

Race of your Life!

Welcome to STADIUM. This is a totally different experience from your conventional outdoor camp or walk in the woods. Over here, you will rewrite the rules. Over here, you will do your best and run the race of your life. The whole world is running too. But the difference is you can run your own race and make a difference. The clock is ticking, the race starts tomorrow. Rookies, give it your best shot. You can do it. Good luck, take care, and take action!

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