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SILAT GOES TO SCHOOL
A Schools outreach programme initiated by
Singapore Silat Federation
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Introduction To Singapore Silat Federation
Singapore Silat Federation was formed in 1976 and is registered with the Registry of Societies.
There is an estimated 15 000 Pencak Silat practitioners in Singapore
Pencak Silat is one of the 8 “Identified” sports selected by Singapore Sports Council to be housed at the New Sports hub in 2011.
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Introduction To Pencak Silat
Pencak Silat is a traditional Martial Art which has its roots from the Malayan & Indonesian archipelago.
It translates to "fighting by many techniques of self-defence"
There are four main components – Mental Spirit Art & Culture Self-Defence Sport. The large varieties of techniques that can be used in
Pencak Silat encapsulate its uniqueness.
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Objectives:“Silat Goes To School”
To have Pencak Silat introduced as a CCA in all schools in Singapore. Currently, only Northland Primary School and Monfort Junior School have adopted Pencak Silat as a CCA.
To bring Pencak Silat to a greater level of participation by promoting it as a universal sport in the local community, regardless of age, gender and race.
To cultivate a sporting culture in schools by making sports a way of life
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Benefits of Introducing Pencak Silat In Schools
Pencak Silat is a form of martial art that will instill discipline and self-esteem in the students.
It will also improve the student’s confidence and focus. As we are promoting Pencak Silat to all races, this will improve
inter- racial cohesion among the students. Schools will bask in glory when students do well in Pencak
Silat competitions. In future, Pencak Silat students may be selected to represent
Singapore in inter-school games. (MOE, Malaysian Invitation) Schools will be able to use the Pencak Silat students for
performances at schools’ and national events.
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Safety Aspect of Pencak Silat
We are promoting basic self-defence techniques in schools, placing great emphasis on artistic skills and movement.
We take safety VERY seriously: ALL instructors are First-Aid certified and hold a
minimum of National Coaching Accreditation Programme (NCAP) Level1. NCAP is an accreditation given by SSC to National Coaches.
Basic combat and self-defence techniques will be taught to the students.
Coaching mitts and padding will be used during training. There will be NO sparring and exchanges of blows among
the students until they reach a certain degree of proficiency for upgrading of belting system
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What is needed to have Pencak Silat started in my
school? Singapore Silat Federation will provide the coaching
expertise. A liaison teacher to assist in liaising between the school
and the Pencak Silat Coach. Any open space will do, e.g school hall,
basketball/badminton court, open field. Students will need to purchase a set of uniform which
is deductible via Edusave.
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Silat Goes To School Promotion
Still unsure of introducing Pencak Silat as a CCA in your school? Why not take up Singapore Silat Federation’s offer of COMPLIMENTARY coaching expertise for a 1-hour session?
If your school chooses to continue with Pencak Silat as a CCA after the 1-session trial, we will work out a customised package tailored to your school’s needs.
The promotion begins in January 2008 and ends in December 2008.
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Sports Education Programme (SEP)
Sports Education Programme or SEP in short, is an alternative to having Pencak Silat as a CCA in schools
SEP is a joint intiative between Singapore Sports Council and the Ministry of Education
A grant of a dollar-to-dollar matching scheme of up to $10 000 is given to participating schools to take up endorsed programmes
Programmes are grouped into 4 categories: “SPORTS PLAY” “SPORTS EXPOSURE” “SPORTS DEVELOPMENT” “SPORTS LEAGUE”
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Q & A
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Thank You!Please contact the following for queries relating to Pencak
Silatprogrammes in schools:
Name: Mohd Shafir S/O Mohd Ibrahim (Shafir)Pencak Silat Promotions Coordinator Tel: 6741 8837 / 9800 5545Email: [email protected]: www.persisi.orgSSF Email: [email protected]
Operating hours: 0830 – 2200 Mondays to Fridays