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We had a good first 2009 badminton WFP! There were a lot of enthusiatic players. So mark this on your calendar now!
Date: 7 Apr 09 (Tues)
Time: 2000 - 2200
Place: TPY Central CC MPH
Activity: F&E Badminton in 2 courts!
RSVP to guohui@gmail.com
Friday, March 27, 2009
Monday, March 09, 2009
Wednesday, March 04, 2009
WFP >> Badminton
Join us for a night of badminton fun! Two courts have been reserved specially for us to play all we want. Hurry, because courts are limited! RSVP with guohui@gmail.com
No RSVP, No Play.
See you on 24 March 2009 @ Toa Payoh Central CC Badminton Court, 8 pm!
3 more days
Only 3 More Days! Are you all ready and geared up?
Thank you for all the emails and responses that have been coming in.
Our online registration has officially come to an end.
If you would still like to be part of this happy family (and we do have 4 vacancies left). You will need to register personally at the Toa Payoh Central CC.
The Orientation Camp is starting this Saturday!
Get ready for an adventure of your lifetime!
Thank you for all the emails and responses that have been coming in.
Our online registration has officially come to an end.
If you would still like to be part of this happy family (and we do have 4 vacancies left). You will need to register personally at the Toa Payoh Central CC.
The Orientation Camp is starting this Saturday!
Get ready for an adventure of your lifetime!
Friday, February 27, 2009
14th BOAT Orientation Update
Come 7th Mar, we will be doing this for the fourteenth time.
For those who have registered, do bear with us a little while longer as we are collating all the necessary names, contact numbers and email addresses. If you do not receive a call or email from us on the 4th Mar, please email 14thboat @ gmail.com immediately. Remember to leave your contact numbers so that we can return the call. Alternatively, do call the CC @ 6252 1249. We will get back to you as soon as we can.
For those who have yet to register, hurry and register for the course by the 1 Mar because we will be sending out all the relevant information on 4 Mar and we do not want to miss you out!
See you @ 14th BOAT!
For those who have registered, do bear with us a little while longer as we are collating all the necessary names, contact numbers and email addresses. If you do not receive a call or email from us on the 4th Mar, please email 14thboat @ gmail.com immediately. Remember to leave your contact numbers so that we can return the call. Alternatively, do call the CC @ 6252 1249. We will get back to you as soon as we can.
For those who have yet to register, hurry and register for the course by the 1 Mar because we will be sending out all the relevant information on 4 Mar and we do not want to miss you out!
See you @ 14th BOAT!
Sunday, February 22, 2009
BOAT Registration is closing...1st Mar 2009
We would like to remind you that the closing date for registration is 1st Mar 2009. As the number of participants for this course is limited to only 40 and the next 15th B.O.A.T is in Year 2011, we urge you to register early to avoid disappointment.
Registration can be done at the Toa Payoh Central CC (or your nearest CC) counter or online via http://one.pa.gov.sg/ (Use Internet Explorer if possible as it does not work well on other browsers)
If you got some time, check out our pictures and videos of past BOATs (and our other adventures) at : http://tpadventure.multiply.com
Hesitate no more. 2 years is a long time to wait.
Registration can be done at the Toa Payoh Central CC (or your nearest CC) counter or online via http://one.pa.gov.sg/ (Use Internet Explorer if possible as it does not work well on other browsers)
If you got some time, check out our pictures and videos of past BOATs (and our other adventures) at : http://tpadventure.multiply.com
Hesitate no more. 2 years is a long time to wait.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Monday, February 09, 2009
Mini Treasure Hunt
This is a mini treasure hunt for you! Sorry, there are no prizes for guessing.
Have you figured it out yet?
Have you figured it out yet?Check out our posters at New Balance!
If you happen to be shopping at one of the 3 New Balance concept stores located at Velocity, Junction 8 or Raffles Shopping Centre, do check out our B.O.A.T. poster and flyers there!
Saturday, January 31, 2009
Monday, January 26, 2009
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Register for 14th BOAT now
We have a course preview coming on the 6 Feb at Toa Payoh Central CC. The organisers will be there to answer any questions you may have. Registration for both the course preview and the course can be done online via http://one.pa.gov.sg/.
If for some reason you are unable to find it, you may want to use the keyword, "B.O.A.T. Preview" for the preview or "14th BOAT" for the main course and do a search under Toa Payoh Central CC.
If for some reason you are unable to find it, you may want to use the keyword, "B.O.A.T. Preview" for the preview or "14th BOAT" for the main course and do a search under Toa Payoh Central CC.
Wednesday, January 07, 2009
http://www2.paym.org.sg/toa_payoh_central/
Our official website is facing some technical issues right now. We are looking into it and hope it will be up in a jiffy. We apologize for the inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience.
- If you have queries regarding 14th BOAT, please do not hesitate to email 14thboat. gmail.com immediately.
- For all other queries, you may email toa_payoh_central@paym.org.sg
- Alternatively, you may call the CC at 6252 1249 between 0930 am - 0930 pm.
Tuesday, January 06, 2009
14th BOAT Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who is the organizer?
The BOAT course is proudly organized by volunteers from the Toa Payoh Adventure Club (TPAC), sub-club of the Toa Payoh Central CC Youth Group and supported by the People’s Association Youth Movement (PAYM), as well as the People’s Association Water Venture (previously known as PA Adventure Team)
What is the B.O.A.T. course?
B.O.A.T. stands for Basic Outdoor Adventure Training. This has been the flagship program behind the success of TPAC for the past 30 years. Held biennially, the course is designed
with the aim of providing keen adventure seekers with little or no experience, the essentials of
camping and hiking in the great outdoors.
For its continuous efforts, TPAC won the PAYM Excellence 2000 Award in Adventure Training in 1996. The BOAT programme has also been recognised for its achievements in the PAYM
Special Awards in 2004.
What's in it for me?
Because… …
40 participants. Do register early to avoid disappointment.
What is included in the course fees? What is excluded? Any hidden costs?
Where necessary, meals, insurance, transport, misc fees are included. THe course fees DOES NOT INCLUDE Personal Equipment, Final Overseas Expedition and optional programmes. A course book will be given to all course participants.
Do you have a detailed program listing?
The detailed program listing will be distributed during the Orientation programme. In brief, the programme takes place on Wednesdays (8 pm - 10 pm), some Saturdays and Sundays (9 am - 5 pm approx). Actual timings may differ according to the nature of activity conducted.
Activities include ropework, campcraft, outdoor cooking, topography, map reading, hiking, camping, abseiling, sports climbing (optional), trip planning and more.
Typically, what is your participant profile?
Our participants are mostly young working adults who come from all walks of life with diverse backgrounds. The youngest boater was a 16-year-old student and the oldest, a retiree in his 50s looking to enrich his life.
Can I skip the physical conditioning sessions?
Hiking can be a physically demanding activity that requires some fitness levels. The organisers reserve the right to stop you from going on an expedition if either your attendance or fitness levels (amongst other things) becomes a safety concern.
Why is the course so long?
It is value-for-money! There are many aspects to outdoor adventure, which we would like to cover. And we try to incorporate them in one concise package while allowing participants to fully understand the concepts and put them to practical use at a comfortable learning pace, while having the time to train for a physical hiking activity.
Where can I go from here?
Join TPAC for future trips or organise one for family and friends. You can also look forward to pursuing your adventure interests in areas such as abseiling, sports climbing, kayaking etc. We are also on the constant lookout for volunteers with a passion for the community.
Who are your trainers? Are they certified?
The abseiling programme is conducted by certified abseil instructors and the trips are led by experienced expedition leaders.We are also governed by stringent safety guidelines imposed by PA. Our facilitators are also first-aid certified. Above all, 99% of the volunteer fcilitators have gone through the BOAT programme themselves and can most certainly identify with you!
Will I get a certificate for joining this course?
A certificate of completion will be awarded to participants who complete the course with at least 75% attendance (including physical conditioning sessions).
Where will the activities be held?
Theory sessions will be held at the Toa Payoh Central CC. Practical sessions will be held at various locations in Singapore and West Malaysia depending on the lesson.
Are there make-up sessions if I miss a few sessions?
There will be no make-up lessons. However, the facilitators will be more than happy to share with you what you have missed. You can also ask fellow boaters. But we know it ourselves, nothing beats being able to be present to listen for yourself.
Do I have to be very fit?
Fitness is definitely good to have, but not compulsory now because it can be trained over the
3-month period. We will be incorporating a series of weekly physical conditioning exercises
just for you. You should seek your doctor's advice if you're above 45 or have any pre-existing
conditions or have not exercised in a long time.
I can’t swim.
Our activities are pre-dominantly land-based. Where necessary, we use personal flotation
devices (PFD) for all water/sea-based activities, and are compulsory for all swimmers and
non-swimmers alike.
I have no prior experience in outdoor adventure at all.
You have come to the correct course! This course is designed for the people with no/little experience in outdoor adventure.
I’m by myself. Is this ok? Can my friend join?
Ask as many friends as you’d like to. You’ll also make many new friends along the way. It’s the perfect opportunity to understand yourself and your friends better.
What is the age limit?
There is no age limit. We welcome everyone, young and old, as long as you do not have a limiting condition that prevents you from taking part in the activities.
Any other pre-requisites?
This course is open to public. However, the rates differ slightly if you are a PAssion card member.
How do I register?
You may obtain a copy of the registration form from the office or download a copy from here. Registration is done at the Toa Payoh Central Community Club office. You may quote the activity code (A13210784) when registering. Opening hours are from 9 am – 930 pm daily except public holidays.
Payment can be made via cash or crossed cheque made payable to Toa Payoh Central CC YEC. Please write down your name, activity code, title and date at the back of your cheque for our reference. You may also opt to fax in your registration and send in your payment as soon as possible. The system will automatically cancel the registration if we do not receive payment within 7 days. Do call to confirm that the fax has reached us.
The BOAT course is proudly organized by volunteers from the Toa Payoh Adventure Club (TPAC), sub-club of the Toa Payoh Central CC Youth Group and supported by the People’s Association Youth Movement (PAYM), as well as the People’s Association Water Venture (previously known as PA Adventure Team)
What is the B.O.A.T. course?
B.O.A.T. stands for Basic Outdoor Adventure Training. This has been the flagship program behind the success of TPAC for the past 30 years. Held biennially, the course is designed
with the aim of providing keen adventure seekers with little or no experience, the essentials of
camping and hiking in the great outdoors.
For its continuous efforts, TPAC won the PAYM Excellence 2000 Award in Adventure Training in 1996. The BOAT programme has also been recognised for its achievements in the PAYM
Special Awards in 2004.
What's in it for me?
Because… …
- You get to know like-minded people and expand your social circle
- You want to develop personal interests and learn basic outdoor skills
- You get lots of fun and excitement you’ll not forget for a long time
- You get to improve your fitness levels (and body physique)
- You get to re-discover yourself and see things from a new perspective
- Care for the environment and minimum impact hiking.
- Opportunities to use your new-found skills in community services
40 participants. Do register early to avoid disappointment.
What is included in the course fees? What is excluded? Any hidden costs?
Where necessary, meals, insurance, transport, misc fees are included. THe course fees DOES NOT INCLUDE Personal Equipment, Final Overseas Expedition and optional programmes. A course book will be given to all course participants.
Do you have a detailed program listing?
The detailed program listing will be distributed during the Orientation programme. In brief, the programme takes place on Wednesdays (8 pm - 10 pm), some Saturdays and Sundays (9 am - 5 pm approx). Actual timings may differ according to the nature of activity conducted.
Activities include ropework, campcraft, outdoor cooking, topography, map reading, hiking, camping, abseiling, sports climbing (optional), trip planning and more.
Typically, what is your participant profile?
Our participants are mostly young working adults who come from all walks of life with diverse backgrounds. The youngest boater was a 16-year-old student and the oldest, a retiree in his 50s looking to enrich his life.
Can I skip the physical conditioning sessions?
Hiking can be a physically demanding activity that requires some fitness levels. The organisers reserve the right to stop you from going on an expedition if either your attendance or fitness levels (amongst other things) becomes a safety concern.
Why is the course so long?
It is value-for-money! There are many aspects to outdoor adventure, which we would like to cover. And we try to incorporate them in one concise package while allowing participants to fully understand the concepts and put them to practical use at a comfortable learning pace, while having the time to train for a physical hiking activity.
Where can I go from here?
Join TPAC for future trips or organise one for family and friends. You can also look forward to pursuing your adventure interests in areas such as abseiling, sports climbing, kayaking etc. We are also on the constant lookout for volunteers with a passion for the community.
Who are your trainers? Are they certified?
The abseiling programme is conducted by certified abseil instructors and the trips are led by experienced expedition leaders.We are also governed by stringent safety guidelines imposed by PA. Our facilitators are also first-aid certified. Above all, 99% of the volunteer fcilitators have gone through the BOAT programme themselves and can most certainly identify with you!
Will I get a certificate for joining this course?
A certificate of completion will be awarded to participants who complete the course with at least 75% attendance (including physical conditioning sessions).
Where will the activities be held?
Theory sessions will be held at the Toa Payoh Central CC. Practical sessions will be held at various locations in Singapore and West Malaysia depending on the lesson.
Are there make-up sessions if I miss a few sessions?
There will be no make-up lessons. However, the facilitators will be more than happy to share with you what you have missed. You can also ask fellow boaters. But we know it ourselves, nothing beats being able to be present to listen for yourself.
Do I have to be very fit?
Fitness is definitely good to have, but not compulsory now because it can be trained over the
3-month period. We will be incorporating a series of weekly physical conditioning exercises
just for you. You should seek your doctor's advice if you're above 45 or have any pre-existing
conditions or have not exercised in a long time.
I can’t swim.
Our activities are pre-dominantly land-based. Where necessary, we use personal flotation
devices (PFD) for all water/sea-based activities, and are compulsory for all swimmers and
non-swimmers alike.
I have no prior experience in outdoor adventure at all.
You have come to the correct course! This course is designed for the people with no/little experience in outdoor adventure.
I’m by myself. Is this ok? Can my friend join?
Ask as many friends as you’d like to. You’ll also make many new friends along the way. It’s the perfect opportunity to understand yourself and your friends better.
What is the age limit?
There is no age limit. We welcome everyone, young and old, as long as you do not have a limiting condition that prevents you from taking part in the activities.
Any other pre-requisites?
- An open mind and a positive attitude
- The willingness to learn and share
- Care for others and the environment
This course is open to public. However, the rates differ slightly if you are a PAssion card member.
How do I register?
You may obtain a copy of the registration form from the office or download a copy from here. Registration is done at the Toa Payoh Central Community Club office. You may quote the activity code (A13210784) when registering. Opening hours are from 9 am – 930 pm daily except public holidays.
Payment can be made via cash or crossed cheque made payable to Toa Payoh Central CC YEC. Please write down your name, activity code, title and date at the back of your cheque for our reference. You may also opt to fax in your registration and send in your payment as soon as possible. The system will automatically cancel the registration if we do not receive payment within 7 days. Do call to confirm that the fax has reached us.
You may send in your cheques to:
Toa Payoh Central CC YEC
c/o Mr Samir Basrawi
Toa Payoh Central Community Club
93 Toa Payoh Central Singapore 319194
Tel: 6252 1249 Fax: 6354 4950
Can I withdraw my registration after submission?
All registrations are non-refundable without a valid reason and subject to the organiser’s discretion on a case-by-case basis. In the event of withdrawal, notice of withdrawal must be made in writing or email. Cancellation charges apply.
When is the deadline for registration?
21st February 2009 (Saturday)
I’ve registered. What should I do next?
The organizers will contact you 1 week prior to the commencement of the program. Please check your email regularly for updates or check back here often
I need more information.
There will be a course preview and slideshow presentation on the 06th February 2009 (Friday). You may also like to take the opportunity to have all your queries and concerns addressed during this session or sign up for the course.
For more information about the course, kindly:
Can I withdraw my registration after submission?
All registrations are non-refundable without a valid reason and subject to the organiser’s discretion on a case-by-case basis. In the event of withdrawal, notice of withdrawal must be made in writing or email. Cancellation charges apply.
When is the deadline for registration?
21st February 2009 (Saturday)
I’ve registered. What should I do next?
The organizers will contact you 1 week prior to the commencement of the program. Please check your email regularly for updates or check back here often
I need more information.
There will be a course preview and slideshow presentation on the 06th February 2009 (Friday). You may also like to take the opportunity to have all your queries and concerns addressed during this session or sign up for the course.
For more information about the course, kindly:
- Email 14thboat@gmail.com
- Call Toa Payoh Central CC @ +65 6252 1249
- Visit us at :
http://www2.paym.org.sg/toa_payoh_central/
http://tpadventure.multiply.com/
http://14thboat.blogspot.com/
Friday, January 02, 2009
14th BOAT Poster
Sometimes, in order to experience the finer things in life, we have to go back to the basics. Join us for an unforgettable taste of the great outdoors and embark on a journey of discovery about nature, friendship and most importantly, yourself! For more than 30 years now, more than 500 participants have gone through this programme run by volunteers with a passion to share their love for the outdoors! Through experiential learning and self discovery, you gain an insight to outdoor adventure. Forge strong relationships with team-mates as you conquer a mountain together! The Basic Outdoor Adventure Training (B.O.A.T.) Course is an award-winning programme conducted by the Toa Payoh Adventure Club. It achieved the prestigious People's Association Special Award for introducing a wide range of outdoor activities for novice adventure enthusiasts.
14th BASIC OUTDOOR ADVENTURE TRAINING
07 March 2009 ~ 14 June 2009
Members: S$320; Non Members: S$325
Send your inquiries to 14thboat@gmail.com now
Register over the counter at Toa Payoh Central CC now!!
07 March 2009 ~ 14 June 2009
Members: S$320; Non Members: S$325
Send your inquiries to 14thboat@gmail.com now
Register over the counter at Toa Payoh Central CC now!!
Click to view larger versionThursday, January 01, 2009
Friday, December 26, 2008
14th BOAT Course Preview (A13323119)
If you're interested to find out more about the course, do drop by on 6 Feb at the Toa Payoh Central CC. Register for it now because vaccancies are limited. See you there!
http://one.pa.gov.sg/CRMSPortal/CRMSPortal.portal?_nfpb=true&_windowLabel=CRMSPortal_1&_urlType=render&_mode=view&CRMSPortal_1_action=ACMParticipantMaintain&_pageLabel=CRMSPortal_page_1&IdProdInst=13323119&CWT=
(By the way, I think the url works better on IE)
http://one.pa.gov.sg/CRMSPortal/CRMSPortal.portal?_nfpb=true&_windowLabel=CRMSPortal_1&_urlType=render&_mode=view&CRMSPortal_1_action=ACMParticipantMaintain&_pageLabel=CRMSPortal_page_1&IdProdInst=13323119&CWT=
(By the way, I think the url works better on IE)
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
We have a new web address!
This is the new website address: http://14thboat.blogspot.com.
Bookmark us and drop by often for updates!
Bookmark us and drop by often for updates!
Wednesday, December 03, 2008
14th Basic Outdoor Adventure Training (A13210784)
The long awaited BOAT Course is here again. Expose yourself to the world of camping with new found friends, trekking with Mother Nature, navigation, campcraft, ropework, abseiling, sports climbing and the likes...Make new friends, its now or never. Don't miss the BOAT~!
Register at the CC main office now. We have a banner outside the CC, just opposite the Toa Payoh Central Library. Visit Toa Payoh Central CC (6252 1249) to register now. Vacancies are limited.
Email 14thboat@gmail.com for more info.
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