Our Chinese New Year Members Get Together was held on 17 February from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm.
The event started with a Lion Dance. Our Members had a great time interacting with the Lions as they went around the Club.
Afterwards, our Members headed over to the Member's Lounge for some drinks and snacks. We had a Lo Hei session right after with everyone wishing for good luck and prosperity. Huat Ah!
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SINGAPORE REGATTA 2024
The 3rd edition of the Singapore Regatta took place on 16 - 18 February. The Regatta was co-organised by Changi Sailing Club with SAF Yacht Club and supported by the Singapore Sailing Federation.
The 2024 event brought the participating yachts on a scenic Passage Race Route on Day 1 along the East Johor Straits, a most unique and challenging course for the prevailing North East Monsoon. Following the passage race on Saturday, sailors were introduced to shorter windward-leeward races and the infamous Tekong Tango on Day 2 –concluding the Regatta on Sunday. The Singapore Regatta 2024 was the final leg for the qualifying event of the Sir Thomas Lipton Cup Challenge.
Sir Thomas Lipton, the founder of Lipton’s Tea, was an avid sailor who has taken part in the America’s Cup multiple times.
SAF Yacht Club was honoured to host the Skipper’s Briefing and Opening Ceremony at our Lazarus Ballroom on the evening of 16 February. After the Briefing, Changi Sailing Club’s Commodore, Ms. Deborah Barker, gave an opening speech followed by SAF Yacht Club’s Commodore, RADM Augustine Lim, before the revealing of the Sir Thomas Lipton Cup, together with SAF Yacht Club's General Manager, Mr Teo Wee Chin, to all the guests present.
Passage Race – Day 1
The IRC, J24, PY, multihull and beach catamaran classes started off in the vicinity of Seletar Island, before heading upwind to Felkin Buoy, and proceeded to Deman Shoal before heading back East to round Pulau Ubin before completing the passage race of 29 nautical miles!
Racing and Closing Ceremony – Day 2
The winds were good for racing, even for the SB20 fleet held at Raffles Marina. However, there was a lesser count for the multihull class and an increase in the beach catamaran class.
To celebrate the hard work of the sailors and team involved, there were food and drinks, as well as Live Music entertainment. As it was still the Lunar New Year, all participants and VIPs from various clubs were treated to a Yusheng Lo Hei session for good luck and prosperity.
Thanks to Changi Sailing Club for the use of photos and partial use of article.
BI-MONTHLY TROPHY RACE (BTR)
JANUARY / MARCH 2024
Series 1, 13 January 2024
The first BTR of 2024 started off with 5 competitors completing 2 race courses. There was a nice gentle breeze and overcast skies. During the race, the sailors had fun creating a couple of close-quarters to pass drinks among themselves!
Series 2, 9 March 2024
The second series of the BTR had 4 competitors completing 2 race courses with a nice North-easterly wind that shifted to the East nearing the end of the day. It was an interesting race as the boats were not spread too far and had a few exciting moments during the race.
During Race 1, a close-quarter situation happened between Millenium 2 and Piccanini. Piccanini failed to give way according to Rule 10, causing Millenium 2 to luff up to avoid a collision. Subsequently, on the return leg from Beaulieu towards Deman, both Millenium 2 and Piccanini almost scored DNC for not passing through the pin end.
Race 2 brought the sailors to Simpang Buoy and back to Beaulieu on a Broad Reach before crossing the finishing line. Premium Cru 1 attempted to fly her kite again in this race with success, crossing the line in first place. However, as the time taken to complete the course between all 4 boats was very close, the handicap rating saw her placed in 4th place for the race.
After the race ended, the sailors shared drinks and snacks at the Poolside Lounge and everyone had a jolly good time!
The current standings for the 2024 BTR:
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Millenium 2
Picannini
Zephyr
Spirit
Premium Cru 1
Actext 1
Rumbottle
Chope
""KNOWLEDGE KNOWLEDGE OF WIND IS OF WIND IS POWER" POWER"
School: Pasir Ris Primary School
Hobbies: Sailing, Football, Reading
Favourite Food: Instant Noodles
Sailing Honours:
NSC Cup 2nd novice
NSC cup 7th overall
Pesta Sukan 8th place
Singapore Nationals 2nd novice
RSYC 1st place
CSC Regatta 1st novice
CSC Regatta 3rd place(silver fleet)
Q: How did your sailing journey come about?
A: My parents enrolled us in the Opti Junior course during the June school holidays in 2021 (During the Pandemic) I fell in love with this sport after that and we continued to advance to Opti Sailor and Opti Racer courses.
Q: What can you say about your time with SAF Yacht Club?
A: When I joined SAFYC, I began to take sailing more seriously and the coaches are very caring and friendly here I appreciate Coach Joelle, Coach Iggy, Coach Xiao Dong, and Coach Mike for imparting their skills and experiences to me
Q: Could you share your most memorable sailing experience?
A: My most memorable sailing experience was when I got first place in the RSYC regatta I managed to make it into the final round and saw that my opponents were hard to beat. With my parents’ and friends’ support, they motivated me to do better When I found out that I was in first place, I was shocked. I never knew that I would get first place in the regatta
Q: What about your worst experience in sailing?
A: During my first regatta, I forgot to sign in on one of the days that I thought I sailed better I felt devastated after that
LUCAS LIM, 11+
Q: For you, what makes a good sailor?
A: For me, a good sailor should keep learning to be better and have the “never give up” attitude A good sailor also listens to advice from the coach and will try to correct the mistakes. Lastly, a good sailor takes all training lessons seriously and does not play a fool.
Q: What are your personal goals in terms of sailing?
A: I hope to represent Singapore in international competitions one day such as the Olympics, SEA games, and Asian games, and do Singapore proud. I also aim to be in the top 10 in the gold fleet national ranking within these two years.
Q: As siblings who sail together, how do you motivate each other?
A: We help each other to rig up our sails and boats and I encourage my younger sister to keep practicing to become a better sailor. Hopefully one day we can represent Singapore together.
Q: What is your funniest memory of your sibling?
A: When I was sailing, I saw my sister being towed back to shore. When she launched again, I asked her what happened Her response was there was a lizard in her boat! I laughed hard as it was a funny excuse.
PROMISINGSAILOR
LAVENE LIM, 9+
Q: How did your sailing journey come about?
A: My parents signed us up for the Opti Junior course during the pandemic.
Q: What can you say about your time with SAF Yacht Club?
"DON’T GIVE UP "DON’T GIVE UP CHASING YOUR CHASING YOUR DDREAMS!REAMS!" "
School: Pasir Ris Primary School
Hobbies: Sailing, Gymnastics, Dance
Favourite Food: Macaroni and Cheese
Sailing Honours: No trophies & medals yet but I got an honesty award during my first regatta
Q: For you, what makes a good sailor?
A: Hard work, integrity, resilience, and most importantly good sportsmanship.
Q: What are your personal goals in terms of sailing?
A: I aim to get into the gold fleet this year.
A: It is a fun place and all the sailors get to enjoy nice food and drinks prepared by our parents after we come back from training. I also love the coaches here because they are very caring and I learned many tactics from them. Coach Iggy, Coach Low, Coach Mike, and Coach Xiao Dong are great coaches!!!
Q: Could you share your most memorable sailing experience?
A: I did pretty well in one of the regattas but I was not aware until the results came out.
Q: What about your worst experience in sailing?
A: Once, the boom hit my teeth and it was so painful.
Q: As siblings who sail together, how do you motivate each other?
A: We share knowledge and tips to be a better sailors.
Q: What is your funniest memory of your sibling?
A: When I was 5 years old, my brother and I jumped on our beds before we sleep and I fell off my bed. We laughed so hard together.
GET-KIDS-AFLOAT (GKA)
Our Get Kids Afloat Programme is a 4-day introductory sailing course for children and youth that is conducted during the school holidays. Receive a head start in sailing through the GKA programme and find your passion for sailing!
Course duration:
4 days, 9.30am to 5.30pm
Eligibility:
DATES: 1-4 April 2024
9-12 April 2024
27-30 May 2024
3-6 June 2024
10-13 June 2024
18-21 June 2024
25-28 June 2024
Age 7 – 15 years (minimum 7 years old AFTER birthday)
Able to swim at least 50m with the aid of a life vest
Course fees:
SAFYC Member – $174.40
Public – $348.80 (Inclusive of 9% GST)
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BASIC SAILING COURSE (BSC)
Our Basic Sailing Course is an introductory program that gives you a head start in the sport. Participants who pass both the theory and practical test during the Level 1 Sailing Clinic will be issued a Singapore Sailing Proficiency Level 1 card.
Course duration:
3 days, 9.30am to 5.30pm
Eligibility:
Must be 16 years old and above, physically fit Able to swim 50 metres with a life buoyancy aid
Course fees: SAFYC Member – $250.70 Public – $381.50 (Inclusive of 9% GST)
DATES: 13, 14, 20 April 2024 11, 12, 18 May 2024 22, 23, 29 June 2024
To register, please contact our front desk at 6758 3359 or email us at scangel@safyc.org.sg
EXERCISE SG READY
SAFYC recently organised a fire drill exercise for our staff in support of MINDEF’s inaugural co-led exercise #ExerciseSGReady. On 28 February 2024, a theory session was held before the staff team moved on to the practical exercises. Some Members who were at the Club at the time joined us in learning the safe way to put out a fire too! Our staff is now well briefed and prepared to handle any disruptions or crises that may occur.
y y like?
A: When there are events, I support the events team by making sure all the guests have checked out of their rooms and ensuring that the housekeeping is done. Besides that, my main responsibility is to keep the Club clean, particularly the bathrooms and the beach.
Q: What is one thing about yourself that not many people know?
A: On my off days, I like to go shopping.
TAFF GHLIGHT
Guat Chin Steward
s the most fun part of your job?
to move around the Club, and es take on ad hoc duties, making njoyable. Additionally, I get to ndly Members as I move around
had a superpower, what you want that to be?
A: I would like to have the ability to control the sea waves so that the sea does not drag trash over to the Club's beach.
Q: What’s your biggest achievement so far in life?
A: I am proud that since a young age, I have been working and providing for my siblings, enabling them to attend school. I have mainly been the breadwinner of the family.
