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January – February 2018 Issue
MCI (P) 143/07/2017 53
Book your Reunion Dinner @
HONG BAO GOLF SPECIAL
Grand Ballroom on 23RD SUPER SPRINT SERIES
25 FEBRUARY 2018 (SUN) 15 February 2018, 24 MARCH 2018 (SAT)
6:30pm!
CONTENTS 1
Our Service Frontiers n g Bao GOL
2 CLUB DIRECTORY
Key contacts/operating hours
Ho Special F 3 DEVELOPMENT & TENDER
Sub-committee Chairman's Message
4 GENERAL MANAGER'S MESSAGE
Address from the General Manager
19 6 CLUB BULLETIN
The latest happenings in OCC
DIVING INTO
DIVING INTO 8 TEE TALK
THE
THE 23
23RD
RD
SUPER
SUPER News from the Golf Department
20 PLAN & PLAY
SPRINT
SPRINT SERIES
SERIES January/February weekly programmes
24 SOCIAL BUZZ
Past events
Egna Wee He Shuju Mohamad Ismail Bin Anuar
Sales Manager (Golf) Service Crew (Cleaning) Golf Marshal 31 28 HIP & HAPPENING
Professional and dedicated, Egna handles corporate
golf enquiries and bookings with attention to details.
Keeping the Golf Changing rooms spick & span,
Shuju is always on the ground to ensure that golfers
Cheerful with a bright smile, Ismail greets golfers
with enthusiasm and lends them a helping hand Upcoming events and programmes
are greeted with clean towels and dust-free lockers. with their golfing equipment.
33 DEALS@OCC
HONG Promotions at the various outlets
38 OCC & ACC CONNECTION
BAO Upcoming events from
Aranda Country Club
BOWL32 39 STAFF SPOTLIGHT
Updates on the team behind the scenes
Club General Committee Club Management
President Mr Chong Kee Hiong General Manager Mr Richard Foo
Head of Finance Ms Chan Yoke Theng
Vice President Mr Yeo Khee Leng
Tyrone Glass Wang Gang Wang Qiao Zhen & Captain Head of Golf Mr Dennis Ee
Technical Officer Par Lounge Captain Waitress (Aranda Lounge)
Head of Sales & Marketing Mr Thomas Ng
Aiming to provide top-notch audio and videos, Service-oriented and affable, Wang Gang keeps the Warm and cheerful, Qiao Zhen manages the Treasurer Mr Vincent Fong
Tyrone aids in the setup of AV equipment for events atmosphere of the lounge welcoming and ensures Aranda Lounge operations and KTV room bookings. Head of Jackpot Mr Andrew Lim
and solves any technical issues that arise. that the patrons enjoy themselves.
Lady Captain Mrs Maureen Goh Head of Hotel Mr Gopal Thangavelu
Members Mr Chng Chee Beow Head of Human Resource Mr Charlie Goh
PUBLISHER CONTRIBUTORS LAYOUT DESIGN FOR ADVERTISING RATES AND Head of Marcom & Membership Ms Joan Tay
Mr Chua Bor Jern
Orchid Country Club Angelica Tan Words Worth Media Mgt ENQUIRIES, PLEASE EMAIL
1 Orchid Club Road Dennis Ee www.wordsworth.com.sg
Head of Housekeeping Ms Margaret See
MARCOM DEPARTMENT AT
Singapore 769162 Edison Sabat MARCOM@ORCHIDCLUB.COM
Ms Eileen Yeo Head of IT Ms Grace Low
Tel: 6755 9811 Huang Weiyang
OR CALL 6750 2158/6750 2160.
Fax: 6755 8874 Jem Poh Head of Property Mr Alan Chua
www.orchidclub.com Mohamed Esa
Mr Lim Eng Lee
Sherry Chan & Maintenance
EDITORIAL TEAM Stewart Lee Ms Rita Lau Head of Social & Recreation Ms Eunice Seoh
Joan Tay Vanessa Koh
Rainus Chong Zizie Mohamad Advertisements and information herein are printed in good faith pertaining to their accuracy. Whilst
Golf Course Superintendent Mr Ong Pang Thien
Aw Ping Ping every endeavour has been made to ensure that information provided is up-to-date and accurate, the
Secretary Mr Richard Foo
Wendy Zhu publisher does not accept responsibilities for any errors or omissions. Copyright reserved. No part of
Tang Weixin this magazine may be produced in any form without prior permission from Orchid Country Club.
CLUB DIRECTORY SUB-COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN'S MESSAGE 3
MEETINGS, CONVENTIONS
& BANQUET SERVICES
SOCIAL COUNTER
Tel: 6750 2121
FACILITIES DEAR MEMBERS,
Tel: 6750 2166 social@orchidclub.com ARANDA LOUNGE
s&m@orchidclub.com Tel: 6750 2121
FINANCE 12:00pm to Midnight (Sun to Thu)
ROOM RESERVATIONS Tel: 6750 2183 12:00pm to 1:00am (Fri & Sat & Eve of PH) 2017 has been a fulfilling year with much progress made and equipment for members to spend quality bonding
Tel: 6750 2100 finance@orchidclub.com ASIA GYMNASTICS & DANCE ACADEMY to rejuvenate the Club’s facilities and optimise the tenancy time with their young children when they are at the Club.
Tel: 8777 3313
roomsales@orchidclub.com mix for the Club to stay relevant to meet the evolving Alternatively, members who prefer an indoor children's
MARCOM 9:30am to 9:00pm (Daily)
Tel: 6750 2160 needs of our members and guests. Henceforth, it gives me playground can visit Play Lah @ OCC, another new tenant
MEMBERSHIP AUDIOLINE
Tel: 6750 2123 marcom@orchidclub.com Tel: 6756 5585 great pleasure to have the opportunity to share with you who has joined OCC to provide a dinosaur concept indoor
membership@orchidclub.com 10:00am to 8:00pm (Daily) the various key projects that the Development & Tender playground for children to create a memorable experience
PURCHASING Committee has been working on closely with the Club in the Club.
CHILDREN’S OUTDOOR PLAYGROUND
GOLF REGISTRATION Tel: 6750 2129
purchasing@orchidclub.com
7:00am to 7:00pm (Daily) management for the past one year.
Tel: 6750 2111 FUNPOOL & BUNKER POOL With our continuous efforts in tenancy optimisation, facility
golfregistration@orchidclub.com 7:00am to 9:00pm (Daily)
Facilities Upgrading and Maintenance upgrading and maintenance, we hope to stay relevant to
DRIVING RANGE OFFICE
GYMNASIUM the changing lifestyle of members and guests; and make
7:00am to 10:30pm (Daily) The successful implementation of the Vehicle IU
Tel: 6750 2198 OCC a more vibrant Club with your strong support and
HEALING TOUCH – MASSAGE AND SPA Identification Car Parking Barrier System at the members’
patronage.
S&R FACILITIES Tel: 6759 0752 carpark (basement of Social Clubhouse) in the second
11:00am to 10:30pm
Tel: 6750 2122 quarter, has successfully eliminated unauthorised vehicle
Last appointment from 9:00pm New Enhancement Projects in 2018
sports@orchidclub.com parking and enhanced the exclusivity of our members’
LITTLE SKOOL-HOUSE
Tel: 6759 0393 privileges. Moving forward, there will be more enhancement projects
7:00am to 7:00pm (Mon to Fri) in the pipeline such as refurbishment of Restrooms at
F&B 7:00am to 2:00pm (Sat)
The ageing restrooms at the Driving Range, Orchid Lodge Golf Clubhouse Level 1 & 2, Social Clubhouse Level 1
GOLF MAHJONG ROOMS Lobby, Aranda Lounge, Bunker Pool and Grand Ballroom (next to Theatrette) and the Fun Pool Changing Rooms.
HIMAWARI JAPANESE RESTAURANT 12:00pm to 11:00pm (Sun to Thu)
GOLF REGISTRATION COUNTER Tel: 6834 3313 12:00pm to 12:00 midnight (Fri, Sat & Eve of PH) & Jade Foyer were given an overhaul with core emphasis The Octagon and Driving Range Office will also undergo
7:00am to 7:00pm daily (Extended hours till Lunch: 11:45am to 2:45pm
MUSIC FOR YOUNG CHILDREN SINGAPORE
on functionality, water and energy conservation. renovation to improve the ergonomics and interior outlook
9:00pm when there is night golf) Dinner: 5:45pm to 10:00pm
Tel: 6100 0306 to enhance the service experience of our members and
TEE OFF 18-HOLE MY LITTLE CAFÉ 4:00pm to 9:00pm (Thu & Fri) To date, the Club has completed most of its major Cyclical guests. More updates will be available soon, so do look
7:07am to 8:59am (Mornings) 1:00pm to 11:00pm (Daily) 9:00am to 5:00pm (Sat)
12:01pm to 1:53pm (Afternoons) 9:00am to 12:00pm (Sun) Asset replacement including the HT (high tension) & out for our Club’s announcement.
4:27pm to 5:58pm (Thursdays, unless PAR LOUNGE LT (low tension) switch gears, Transformers, Standby
Tel: 6750 2204 OLYMPIC POOL
otherwise stated)
2:00pm to 12:00 midnight (Sun to Fri) 7:00am to 9:00pm (Daily) Generators, Passengers & Cargo Lifts, Over Ground (OG) As we herald in the New Year with much preparation and
TEE OFF 9-HOLE 2:00pm to 1:00am (Sat)
ORCHID BOWL Boxes serving all three Golf courses, Chillers & Cooling anticipation, I would like to wish everyone a year full of
7:07am to 8:59am (Weekday mornings)
4:27pm to 5:16pm (Daily) PEACH GARDEN@OCC Tel: 6759 4448 Towers, Air-Conditioner Fan Coil & Air Handling units, the fond memories, immeasurable blessings and success.
Tel: 6759 3833 10:00am to 1:00am (Mon to Thu, Sun & PH)
CHANGING ROOM Lunch: 11:30am to 2:30pm (Mon to Fri) 10:00am to 3:00am (Fri, Sat & Eve of PH)
Building Automation System (BAS) and etc.
7:00am to 9:00pm (Mon to Wed) Dinner: 5:30pm to 10:00pm (Mon to Fri) Have a Happy New Year and a prosperous Year of the Dog!
ORCHID LODGE
7:00am to 11:00pm (Thu) Lunch: 10:00am to 2:30pm (Sat, Sun & PH)
24 hours We would like to thank all members and guests for your
7:00am to 9:00pm (Fri) Dinner: 5:30pm to 10:00pm (Sat, Sun & PH)
6:00am to 9:00pm (Sat, Sun & PH) ORCHIS PAVILION – PHOTO STUDIO
utmost co-operation, enabling the smooth running of the Warmest Regards,
PEACH GARDEN@THE GREEN
* Female Changing Room available from
Tel: 6754 3313
Tel: 6222 3602 abovementioned projects. CHNG CHEE BEOW
11.00am on 1st and 3rd Monday of the month. 9:00am to 8:00pm (Daily)
Closed on Mondays Member of General Committee
DRIVING RANGE 4:00pm to 10:30pm (Tue to Fri) PLAY LAH @ OCC Optimising Tenancy Mix to Serve You Better Chairman of Development & Tender Committee
7:00am to 11:00pm (Tue to Sun) 11:00am to 10:30pm 11:00am to 9:00pm (Mon to Thu)
12:00pm to 11:00pm (Mon) (Sat, Sun & PH) 10:00am to 9:00pm (Fri to Sun) During the first quarter of 2017, we added a new tenant -
Tel: 9299 8537
DK DELIGHTS ROYALE CAFÉ PING@OCC, to offer custom club fitting services and PING
(ARANDA HALFWAY HOUSE) Closed on Mondays POP INSTITUTE
8:00am to 5:30pm (Daily) 10:00am to 7:00pm (Tue to Fri) golf equipment & accessories at the Driving Range. We
Tel: 6346 5155
FATELICIOUS SNACK HOUSE
9:00am to 8:00pm (Sat & Sun) 9:00am to 6:00pm also have a new F&B operator - Fatelicious Snack House,
(DENDRO HALFWAY HOUSE) ROYAL PALM @ OCC READING/TV CORNER
to operate Dendro Halfway House, as well as the “OCC
8:00am to 5:30pm (Daily) Tel: 6555 2165 9:00am to 11:00pm (Sun to Thu & PH) Express” (mobile refreshment buggy) to provide light bites
Lunch: 12:00pm to 2:00pm (Daily) 9:00am to 1:00am (Fri, Sat & Eve of PH)
PAN-WEST High Tea: 2:30pm to 4:30pm (Daily) and refreshments for golfers’ enjoyment at the courses.
Tel: 6752 3110
7:00am to 9:00pm (Daily)
Dinner: 6:30pm to 10:00pm (Daily) TENNIS COURT In May, we welcomed the Royal Palm restaurant, a halal
7:00am to 10:00pm (Daily)
SUBWAY certified F&B establishment serving International buffet
PHIL BREW GOLF ACADEMY FUTSAL COURTS
Tel: 6910 7057
Tel: 6482 7942 dishes which adds to the cuisine options available in the
9:00am to 9:00pm (Daily) Tel: 9185 2555
10:00am to 8:00pm (Mon to Fri) 8:00am to 11:00pm (Daily) Club for members’ dining experiences.
8:00am to 7:00pm (Sat & Sun) VANDA TERRACE
(operated by NTUC Foodfare)
PING Tel: 6750 2200 In August, two underutilised tennis courts were converted
Tel: 6481 5669
Closed on Mondays
7:30am to 10:00pm (Daily)
*Last order at 9:30pm
into Futsal courts, a new sports recreational facility that
2:00pm to 9:00pm (Tue to Fri) promotes healthy bonding among members and their
9:00am to 5:00pm (Weekends & PH)
SUPERMARKET families and friends. In the same month, the outdoor
children’s playground near the Fun Pool underwent
NTUC FAIRPRICE
9:00am to 10:00pm (Daily) replacement of new play structure with interesting design
4 GENERAL MANAGER'S MESSAGE 5
DEAR MEMBERS & FRIENDS,
Warm Greetings from Sunny Orchid!
新年快乐 (Xin Nian Kuai Le), 大 吉 大 利 (Da Ji Da Li), 心想事成 name a few. Equipped with insightful knowledge and first-
(Xin Xiang Shi Cheng)! May 2018 bring you and your loved hand experience with the one and only public golf course in
ones Excellent Health, Prosperity and Abundance of Joy that Singapore with night golfing, the Marina Bay Golf Club; Mr Yeo
overflows! brings with him a wealth of experience in the hospitality and
Golf Club management and we look forward to his boundless
With the two-year term of the previous General Committee contribution as Captain of OCC.
(GC) ended on 31 December 2017, we would like to put on
record our sincere appreciation and thanks to our former To ensure a smooth transition with the passing of baton to
Captain Tan Ah Ee and Lady Captain Susan Gan who have both Mr Yeo as the new Captain, we are pleased to have our
retired from the GC after serving OCC in the last 17 years. former Captain Tan Ah Ee appointed as Advisor to the Greens
Committee for an interim of 6 months from 1 January to 30
In recognition of their valuable contributions, we are pleased June 2018.
to express our heartfelt gratitude for their dedication, selfless
sacrifices of personal and family time driven by their passion to It is also our great pleasure to warmly welcome Mrs Maureen Goh,
be actively involved to make continuous improvements to the the incumbent member of the 2018/2019 GC and Lady Captain
golfing operations, fine tuning of Golf Bye-Laws and policies; of the Club for the new term. Mrs Goh has a wealth of golfing
and adopting sustainable cultural practices for a healthier turf experience accrued from her former roles as Lady Vice-Captain Mr Chong Kee Hiong Mr Yeo Khee Leng
growth in ensuring a pristine course condition for both the of the Club and Chairman of the Handicap Sub-committee. President Vice President & Captain
novice and advanced golfers’ enjoyment. As the Lady Captain, Mrs Goh will be actively engaging our
lady golfers and gathering their feedbacks and suggestion to
Under their leadership, the condition of the golf operating develop various golfing activities and programmes to meet the
facilities has seen visible and tangible improvements with evolving golfing interests. She will also be representing OCC
higher courses’ utilisation, as members continue to support in the Singapore Ladies Golf Association to grow the lady golf
with strong patronage and event participation. They were also fraternity.
instrumental in spearheading the development of signature
golf activities and Junior development initiatives such as the In celebration of the coming Chinese New Year (CNY), we are
OCC Junior Golf Programmes and Tournaments that have happy to enclose the Club’s “Ang Pow” red packets in this
garnered and nurtured more Juniors to take up the sport. These issue of Smile magazine; and on behalf of my colleagues in
have strengthened the camaraderie among the members, and OCC, I would like to Thank All Members for your generous
inevitably promoted golfing interest in the golf fraternity and contribution to the 2018 Ang Pow Fund. Your kind generosity
opened a new gateway for the young aspiring golfers to take has definitely touched the hearts of our colleagues and Mr Vincent Fong Mrs Maureen Goh
up Golf as a sport. brightened their 2018 CNY celebration. Treasurer Lady Captain
We would like to wish Mr Tan and Mrs Gan every success in life “Gratitude can transform common days into Thanksgivings,
and all the best in their new endeavours. We are certain that turn routine jobs into Joy, and change ordinary opportunities into
they will continue to contribute to the Club by sharing their Blessings”. – William Arthur Ward, American Poet and Writer.
feedbacks and suggestions from their active participation in
Club activities as such is in their “DNA” and Passion! Please book your Reunion Dinner this CNY to be held at our
Grand Ballroom on 15 February 2018 (Thurs). You may refer to
We would like to take this opportunity to warmly welcome the the back cover of this magazine for more details as booking
incumbent 2018/2019 GC members who will be serving a new is now open. For the first 15 days of the CNY, Vanda Terrace
term from 1 January 2018 to 31 December 2019. Please refer and Peach Garden will also be serving attractive CNY dining
to page 5 for the latest GC Chart introducing the incumbent promotions for you to celebrate the festivity with your family,
2018/2019 GC members. An in-depth introduction of the friends and associates in OCC. To kick start your 2018 golfing
incumbent GC members will be published in subsequent issues calendar, do sign up early for our Hong Bao Golf Special on
Mr Chng Chee Beow Mr Chua Bor Jern Mr Lim Eng Lee
of the Smile Magazine for you to get to know them better. 25 February 2018 (Sun).
Member Member Member
We are pleased to announce that Vice President (VP), Please refer to page 6 for the list of Club operating hours of our
Mr Yeo Khee Leng will concurrently hold the positions of VP F&B outlets and facilities this CNY.
of the GC and as Captain of OCC, while continuing his role as
Chairman of the Club’s Executive Committee where he provides On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Singapore Labour
mentorship and guidance to our Management team in daily Foundation Leisure Enterprises, General Committee, Executive
operation matters to ensure good corporate governance and Committee, Sub-Committees, Management and Staff of OCC,
execution of strategic initiatives and compliance to operating we would like to wish all members a Heart-warming Chinese
policies. New Year celebration, and a Brilliant and Successful year
ahead!
Being a veteran and an avid golfer, Mr Yeo has always been
playing a pivotal role in engaging and fostering strong 万事如意 (Wan Shi Ru Yi)!
community spirit among OCC members, friends from the See you at the Club soon!
Labour Movement and the Tripartite partners through Club Ms Eileen Yeo Ms Rita Lau Mr Richard Foo
Warmest Regards, Member Member Secretary
events such as the Tripartite Golf Friendly, Secretary-General’s
Cup, Weekly Tripartite Golf Games, U Game 27-Holes Golf RICHARD FOO
Championship and OCC-U Golf 9-hole Night Series, just to General Manager
6
Chinese New Year Operating Hours
15 Feb, Thur 16 Feb, Fri 17 Feb, Sat 18 Feb, Sun
CNY Eve CNY Day 1 CNY Day 2 CNY Day 3
GOLF
Morning 7:07am to 8:59am 7:07am to 8:59am 7:07am to 8:59am Normal Operation
Afternoon 12:01pm to 1:53pm 12:01pm to 1:53pm 12:01pm to 1:53pm Normal Operation
Evening Closed Closed Closed Normal Operation
Driving Range 7:00am – 3:00pm Closed 11:00am – 6:00pm 7:00am to 10:30pm
FACILITIES
Fun Pool & Olympic Pool 7:00am – 5:00pm Closed Closed Normal Operation
Futsal Court Normal Operation Normal Operation Normal Operation Normal Operation
Gymnasium & Lifestyle Studio 7:00am – 5:00pm Closed Closed Normal Operation
Mahjong Room 12:00pm – 5:00pm Closed Closed Normal Operation
Orchid Lodge Normal Operation Normal Operation Normal Operation Normal Operation
Tennis Court 7:00am – 5:00pm Closed Closed Normal Operation
FOOD & BEVERAGE OUTLETS
Aranda Lounge/ Karaoke Rooms 12:00pm - 5:00pm Closed Closed Normal Operation
Par Lounge Closed Closed Normal Operation Normal Operation
TENANTS
Asia Gymnastics
Closed Closed Closed Closed
& Dance Academy
Audioline Normal Operation Closed Closed Normal Operation
First Kick Academy Normal Operation Closed Closed Closed
Royal Palm @ OCC Normal Operation Normal Operation Normal Operation Normal Operation
Healing Touch Closed Closed Closed Normal Operation
Himawari Japanese Restaurant Normal Operation Closed Normal Operation Normal Operation
Music for Young Children
Closed Closed Closed Closed
Singapore
Little Skool-house 7:00am – 2:00pm Closed Closed Closed
My Little Café Closed Closed Closed Closed
NTUC FairPrice
Orchid Bowl
9:00am – 5:00pm
10:00am – 3:00am
Closed
Normal Operation
Normal Operation
Normal Operation
Normal Operation
Normal Operation
Hellos and Goodbyes
Orchis Pavilion Closed Closed Closed Normal Operation Thank you for your support!
Pan-West OCC Pro-Shop 7:00am – 5:00pm 7:00am – 6:00pm 7:00am – 6:00pm Normal Operation
To our former members, we wish you all the
Peach Garden @ OCC Normal Operation Normal Operation Normal Operation Normal Operation best in your future endeavours and hope to
Peach Garden @ The Green Normal Operation
Closed till Closed till Closed till serve you again!
2 March 2018 2 March 2018 2 March 2018
Meanwhile, we are pleased to extend a warm
Phil Brew Golf Academy 11:00am – 2:00pm Closed Closed 2:00pm – 7:00pm welcome to our new members!
PING @ OCC Normal Operation Closed Closed Normal Operation
Play Lah @ OCC Normal Operation Closed Closed Normal Operation
Hellos Goodbyes
Pop Institute Closed Closed Closed Closed Individual Golfing (Gold)
Royale Café 10:00am – 3:00pm Closed Closed Normal Operation MR XING ZHAO MR LEE KIM THYE
LADIES CLINIC
Subway 9:00am – 5:00pm Closed Normal Operation Normal Operation MDM NG HWEE LIANG MR STEPHEN HO YAU
Closed from GINA FOO
Vanda Terrace 7:00am – 7:00pm 7:00am – 7:00pm Normal Operation MR ZHANG ZIJUN MR YAN MUN HEE
3:00pm – 5:00pm
February CNY Promotion MR WU SHIYONG MDM WONG KOK ME
MR CHUNG YAU YU MR LIM HIAN MENG
Class starts every Tuesday from 6:30pm VINCENT KELVIN
$80 per month MR TAN KAY CHENG MR FUN CHEE SENG
Usher in the Chinese new year Ad Hoc Single Session
$30 per session
MR FOO JONG YEN
MR ABDUL KARIM BIN
MR BOK LOY FOOK
MR YONG KAM YUEN
W I TH O C C ABDUL RAZZAK
MR KIM HOON MR LIM EE SENG
Please book 24hours in advance
by calling 9765 0988
on 25 February 2018 (Sunday), 12:30pm! Individual Golfing (Silver)
A GREAT WAY TO LEARN MR BOEY SIEW CHOR MDM TAN BENG CHOO
Join us in celebrating CNY as we bring you the auspicious & MAKE FRIENDS!
Lion Dance performance! Complimentary mandarin oranges Individual Social
will also be given out, while stocks last. MR FOO YONGJUN, MR FOO KOK NONG
GERRAD
8 TEE TALK 9
THE 90-DEGREE RULE FOR BUGGIES CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP 2017 RESULTS
Do you know that you can help reduce tire marks on the grass turf today by doing a 90-degree
turn to drive laterally across the fairway from the cart path to reach your golf ball?
Men's Division Ladies' Division
You may have heard about the 90-degree rule in Golf, which is often introduced as a 1ST ROUND - 14 OCTOBER 2017 1ST ROUND - 14 OCTOBER 2017
House Rule for golfers to observe and help maintain the golf courses in consistent good DAILY BEST GROSS TAN JUN HAO 79 GROSS DAILY BEST GROSS HUANG XIAO LI 75 GROSS
DAILY BEST NETT KELVIN LEE 70 NETT DAILY BEST NETT JACQUELINE LIM 71 NETT
condition.
2ND ROUND - 21 OCTOBER 2017 2ND ROUND - 21 OCTOBER 2017
Most Golf Clubs in Singapore permit golfers to drive their buggies onto the fairway on DAILY BEST GROSS FRANCIS ONG 80 GROSS DAILY BEST GROSS HUANG XIAO LI 81 GROSS
dry days or when the course condition permits. However, by allowing this, the weight • The black route is normally DAILY BEST NETT KELVIN LEE 74 NETT DAILY BEST NETT JUDY QUEK 70 NETT
from the buggies can cause damage to the grass turf and flatten the grass blades, used when driving to where FINAL ROUND - 22 OCTOBER 2017 FINAL ROUND - 22 OCTOBER 2017
the golf ball lies. However, this DAILY BEST GROSS TAN JUN HAO 74 GROSS DAILY BEST GROSS CHARISSA GOH 72 GROSS
resulting in a poorer lie of the golf ball as the ball will not sit upright.
DAILY BEST NETT FRANCIS ONG 72 NETT DAILY BEST NETT HUANG XIAO LI 68 NETT
results in compression and
OVERALL RESULTS OVERALL RESULTS
damage caused to the fairway.
CHAMPION TAN JUN HAO 237 GROSS CHAMPION HUANG XIAO LI 233 GROSS
RUNNER UP FRANCIS ONG 240 GROSS RUNNER UP CHARISSA GOH 241 GROSS
1 • Adhering to the 90-degree OVERALL BEST NETT KELVIN LEE 217 NETT OVERALL BEST NETT JACQUELINE LIM 218 NETT
2
rule, the red route should be
followed through Point 1 and
Tee Box
Point 2 to reach where the ball Congratulations to Jun Hao and Xiao Li who emerged as champions in the Men’s and
lands on the fairway. Ladies’ Divisions respectively for the Club Championship 2017, held across 3 days at
OCC with the final round concluded on 22 October 2017 (Sun) to much excitement!
Legend: A Chat with the Champions
Correct Route
Both of them have been avid golfers for over 10 years, with Jun Hao representing
Incorrect Route OCC in the SGA Inter-Club League 2016 and 2017; and Xiao Li representing OCC in
the SGA Inter-Club League 2017.
For those who have not been observing the 90-degree rule, do adopt this rule today and make golfing at the Club more
During the night, Jun Hao (JH) heads to OCC to practise, alternating between
enjoyable for golfers all year round. Happy Golfing!
Range, Putting and Chipping. On weekends, he can be seen at the golf course too.
For Xiao Li (XL), she plays twice a week, going up to 3 or 4 times on certain weeks. Mr Tan Jun Hao
Club Matchplay Championship 2017 1. How did you feel when you emerged as Champion for the Club
Championship 2017?
The annual OCC Match Play Championship 2017 took off on a great note! The game JH : I thought it was a dream! When I started the last round of the Championship,
saw a fine display of camaraderie and sportsmanship by the golfers. Congratulations I did not even think of winning. I then managed to shoot a low score for
to our Champion for the Men’s Division, Gabriel Yap! the last round and eventually won.
XL : For many years, I have been a runner-up. This year, I stayed focused and
steady. I was indeed very happy.
Quarter Final
OCC Men's Matchplay
Saturday Championship 2017 2. What is your secret/trick to playing golf well?
18 November 2017 (PM)
Semi Final
Sunday JH : Hard work and listening to advice from every player and sticking to my
1st Daryl Low 19 November 2017 (AM)
game plan when I am on the golf course.
Daryl Low Final Round
Sunday XL : I put in many fitness training and extra hours of practice at the Range with
(5 & 4) 19 November 2017 (PM) my coach.
8 th Joseph Ng
Daryl Low
3. How do you prepare yourself mentally before a big game?
4th Francis Ong (5 & 4)
JH : I sleep well and come early to the golf course. It helps ease into the actual
Francis Ong
game! I also take deep breaths when I am nervous!
(1up) Champion Champion Gabriel Yap (left) with 1st Runner Up Daryl Low.
5th Masilamany J XL : I took up yoga and meditation early this year which has helped me to be
Gabriel Yap
calm and focused.
(4 & 3)
2nd Gabriel Yap
Runner Up 4. What advice would you give to golfers aspiring to play better and to
Gabriel Yap
Daryl Low become champions?
7th (2 & 1)
Abecassis Elyja JH : Play more golf! Take part in monthly medals or Club competitions to gain
Gabriel Yap
competitive experience. Be confident and never give up!
3rd Kelvin Lee (5 & 4)
XL : Train hard and get a good Coach to guide you in your games.
Tan Jun Hao
Ms Huang Xiao Li
(1up)
6th Tan Jun Hao
Gabriel Yap teeing off.
10 TEE TALK 11
Teeing Off at The Dunes at
Proper Spine Tilt For Better Rotation Shenzhou Peninsula in Hainan
from 10 to 14 November 2017
A misunderstanding of a proper spine tilt will lead to a bad set-up, reducing power and consistency. Hence, it is
important to maintain the right spine tilt for better rotation and in turn, better performance.
23 golfing members enthusiastically embarked on a five-day adventure to one of
Correct Positions China’s incredibly top-quality golf courses in Hainan for the exciting Dunes Challenge
Tournament. With social games and scenic golf courses, the golfers enjoyed
themselves immensely and forged stronger friendships with one another.
All geared up to hit the golf course!
Contributed by
Mr Chang Ren Chiat
Tips: OCC Golf Professional
Set your hips slightly to the left and keep your left shoulder Vice President of the
slightly higher than the right. Feel your spine tilting away Singapore Professional Golfers' Association
from the target. Tel: 9450 4451 Email: renchiatchang@yahoo.com
Common Incorrect Positions Common Incorrect Positions
Vice-Captain Ted Wong (front row, 6th from right), together with the rest of the golfers, Golfers posing with a smile!
receiving the 2 nd Runner Up prize money of RMB 20,000 for the Team Challenge.
The Dunes.
The hips are set towards the right The spine is kept straight instead
instead of the left. of tilting away from the target.
Legend:
Golfers enjoying their time on the golf course while taking photos against the beautiful scenery. Fostering camaraderie over lunch hosted
Proper Spine Tilt by The Dunes.
Incorrect Spine Tilt
12 TEE TALK 13
A Warm Thank You to our Vendors & Sponsors!
Acushnet Singapore Pte Ltd Laguna Bintan Resort PowerFit Golf
A Blast at the Range Carnival Apexlynx Leisure Sport Pte Ltd
Arrow Communications
Natural Healings
OCC Individual Golf Professionals
Pulai Spring Golf Resort
Radisson Hotel
on 4 & 5 November 2017 Banyan Tree Gallery Padang Golf Sukajadi TaylorMade
Batam View Beach Resort Palm Spring Golf & Country Club Tering Bay Golf & Country Club
OCC Range Carnival 2017 which took place on 4 & 5 November (Sat & Sun) was a great success! With an array of fun- Deemples Pan-West (Pte) Ltd The Els Club
filled activities, special offers for Golf Equipment & Apparel, and lucky draw segments specially planned for everyone, the Greenbay Sports Pte Ltd Phil Brew Golf Academy The Straits Wine Company
participants enjoyed themselves greatly. A big thank you to all participants for their support and patronage. We would HAACH PING U9 Golf Apparel
also like to take this opportunity to thank all our participating vendors who made this event possible.
Keep a lookout for the next exciting Range Carnival on 24 & 25 March 2018 (Sat & Sun)!
Happy faces at the Range Carnival! Participants and vendors having a delightful moment at the 2-day carnival.
Lucky Draw Prize Presentation by Head of Golf Dennis Ee on 4 November 2017 (Saturday).
Ongoing Putting Contest at the Putting Green. Golfers enjoying custom fitting services for drivers and
fairway woods at the Range. Lucky Draw Prize Presentation by Senior Executive (Driving Range) Stewart Lee on 5 November 2017 (Sunday).
14 TEE TALK
Christmas Golf Game & Dinner on 16 December 2017
OCC-U Golf 9-Hole Night Series
4 NOVEMBER 2017 | DENDRO
STABLEFORD
RESULTS FOR MEN’S DIVISION (HI 24.0 & BELOW)
WINNER MR GANESH ARUMUGHAM 24 POINTS (OCB)
1ST RUNNER UP MR ROYSTON JALLEH 24 POINTS
2ND RUNNER UP MR CARLOS TUMOY 22 POINTS
RESULTS FOR LADIES’ DIVISION (HI 36.0 & BELOW)
WINNER MS JOANNE KONG 17 POINTS GM of Palm Springs Golf & Country Club Pak Steven Japari (right)
with Winner of the Men’s Division Mr Ganesh Arumugham (left).
Golfers gathered together for the annual Christmas Golf Game on 16 December (Sat) and played a friendly game of golf
in high spirits. After the event that took off on an exciting note, everyone adjourned to the Emerald Suite for a delightful
dinner that brought the festive occasion to an all-time high. The finale of the day came when winners of the game were
announced during the prize presentation and awards given out for their outstanding performance.
Double Peoria (Stableford)
MEN'S DIVISION
WINNER MR WONG HON CHYE 39 PTS (OCB)
1ST RUNNER-UP MR ABECASSIS ELYJA 39 PTS (OCB)
2ND RUNNER-UP MR ALBERT TOH SAM SIEW 39 PTS
3RD RUNNER-UP MR OH KOH CHUAN 38 PTS (OCB)
4TH RUNNER-UP MR VINCENT CHONG POH SUA 38 PTS
LADIES' DIVISION
WINNER MS KAHO MONICA MATSUBARA 37 PTS (OCB)
1ST RUNNER-UP MS LINDA LOO LEE BUI 37 PTS
1st Runner Up of the Men’s Division 2nd Runner Up of the Men’s Division Winner of the Ladies’ Division 2ND RUNNER-UP MS OH CHEW KHOON 36 PTS From left to right: Tripartite Partner Emmanuel Lem, Vice-Captain Ted Wong,
Mr Royston Jalleh (left). Mr Carlos Tumoy (left). Ms Joanne Kong (left). Lady Vice-Captain Maureen Goh and Club VP Yeo Khee Leng.
2 DECEMBER 2017 | ARANDA
STABLEFORD
RESULTS FOR MEN’S DIVISION (HI 24.0 & BELOW)
WINNER MR ROYSTON JALLEH 23 POINTS
1ST RUNNER UP MR DAMIEN CHANDRAN 22 POINTS
2ND RUNNER UP MR GANESH ARUMUGHAM 21 POINTS
Club VP Yeo Khee Leng with Ms Kaho Monica Matsubara, Mr Mccoy Wong (right), winner of the Lady Vice-Captain Maureen Goh
RESULTS FOR LADIES’ DIVISION (HI 36.0 & BELOW) Vice-Captain Ted Wong (left), winner winner of the Ladies' Division. Novelty Game ‘Nearest to Wreath’ with Ms Linda Loo (left),
of the Men’s Division. on Dendro 8. top winner of the lucky draw.
WINNER MS JOANNE KONG 19 POINTS
Winner of the Men's Division Mr Royston Jalleh. 1st Runner Up of the Men's Division Winner of the Ladies' Division
Mr Damien Chandran. Ms Joanne Kong.
Everyone in high spirits for this festive occasion.
16 TEE TALK 17
NOVEMBER 2017 MONTHLY MEDAL RESULTS DECEMBER 2017 MONTHLY MEDAL RESULTS
Trophy presented by Lady Vice-Captain Maureen Goh
STROKE PLAY (11 NOVEMBER 2017) STABLEFORD (9 DECEMBER 2017)
DENDRO/VANDA DENDRO/VANDA
RESULTS FOR MEN’S ‘A’ DIVISION (H’CAP 11.4 & BELOW) RESULTS FOR MEN’S ‘A’ DIVISION (H’CAP 11.4 & BELOW)
BEST GROSS MR TOMMY TAN (0.0) 74 GROSS WINNER MR LOH HONG HOO (9.6) 38 PTS (OCB)
WINNER MR LEE KEE SENG KELVIN (8.4) 69 NETT 1 RUNNER UP
ST
MR LOKE HAN KANG (3.9) 38 PTS
RUNNER UP MR TOH CHYE SOON (10.5) 71 NETT OCB 2 ND
RUNNER UP MR SIM SUN HAU (10.8) 37 PTS (OCB)
BALLSWEEP (1 NINE)
ST
BALLSWEEP (1 NINE)
ST
WINNER MR LEE KEE SENG KELVIN (8.4) 33 NETT WINNER MR LOKE HAN KANG (3.9) 21 PTS
BALLSWEEP (2 ND
NINE) BALLSWEEP (2 ND
NINE)
MR TOMMY TAN
WINNER MR TOH CHYE SOON (10.5) 34 NETT MR LOH HONG HOO WINNER MR LOH HONG HOO (9.6) 21 PTS
WAS NOT PRESENT FOR PRIZE PRESENTATION
RESULTS FOR MEN’S ‘B’ DIVISION (H’CAP 11.5 - 16.0) RESULTS FOR MEN’S ‘B’ DIVISION (H’CAP 11.5 - 16.0)
BEST GROSS MR ANG CHENG YONG (14.8) 86 GROSS WINNER MR ABECASSIS FREDERIC (14.1) 42 PTS
WINNER MR PETER WONG (14.6) 73 NETT 1 RUNNER UP
ST
MR CHEE WEE LEONG (13.3) 40 PTS (OCB)
RUNNER UP MR TAN JUN WEI (13.8) 74 NETT 2 ND
RUNNER UP MR PHUAH CHENG KUEI (12.0) 40 PTS
BALLSWEEP (1 NINE)
ST
BALLSWEEP (1 NINE)
ST
WINNER MR ANG CHENG YONG (14.8) 32 NETT WINNER MR ABECASSIS FREDERIC (14.1) 23 PTS
BALLSWEEP (2 ND
NINE) BALLSWEEP (2 ND
NINE)
MR ANG CHENG YONG JOINT WINNERS MR TAN JUN WEI (13.8) 36 NETT MR ABECASSIS FREDERIC WINNER MR PHUAH CHENG KUEI (12.0) 20 PTS
MR ANG CHENG YONG (14.8) 36 NETT
RESULTS FOR MEN’S ‘C’ DIVISION (H’CAP 16.1 - 24.9) RESULTS FOR MEN’S ‘C’ DIVISION (H’CAP 16.1 - 24.9)
BEST GROSS MR TAY LIANG EN BRYAN (18.4) 89 GROSS WINNER MR LENG AH LEONG (19.1) 40 PTS
WINNER MR TOH AH CHOT (22.1) 66 NETT 1 RUNNER UP
ST
MR CHAN KIM HOONG (16.8) 39 PTS
RUNNER UP MR CHOO CHYE HOCK (19.1) 68 NETT 2 ND
RUNNER UP MR GOH KHIM GUAN (21.9) 38 PTS (OCB)
BALLSWEEP (1 NINE)
ST
BALLSWEEP (1 NINE)
ST
WINNER MR CHOO CHYE HOCK (19.1) 29 NETT JOINT WINNERS MR LENG AH LEONG (19.1) 19 PTS
BALLSWEEP (2ND NINE) MR CHAN KIM HOONG (16.8) 19 PTS
MR TAY LIANG EN BRYAN WINNER MR TOH AH CHOT (22.1) 31 NETT MR LENG AH LEONG MR TEO KEE MENG (19.1) 19 PTS
BALLSWEEP (2ND NINE)
WINNER MR MICHAEL VAN DER WAL (20.7) 22 PTS
RESULTS FOR LADIES’ DIVISION (H’CAP 36.9 & BELOW) RESULTS FOR LADIES’ DIVISION (H’CAP 36.9 & BELOW)
BEST GROSS MS HUANG XIAO LI (3.6) 86 GROSS WINNER MS JEAN CHAN KHENG (11.9) 41 PTS
WINNER MS YAP MING CHOO (17.5) 74 NETT RUNNER UP MS QUEK LEE TIAM JUDY (12.2) 39 PTS
RUNNER UP MRS SUSAN GAN (10.0) 76 NETT BALLSWEEP (1 NINE)
ST
BALLSWEEP (1 NINE)
ST
WINNER MS LOKE XIN YUE (15.9) 24 PTS
WINNER MS YAP MING CHOO (17.5) 32 NETT BALLSWEEP (2 ND
NINE)
BALLSWEEP (2 ND
NINE) WINNER MS HAN FONG YAU (9.8) 23 PTS
WINNER MRS SUSAN GAN (10.0) 39 NETT
MS HUANG XIAO LI MS JEAN CHAN KHENG
WAS NOT PRESENT FOR PRIZE PRESENTATIONDriving Range Gong Xi Fa Cai Lucky Draw
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From now till 28 February 2018 25 February 2018
Spot the PINK
balls during Hong Bao G LF
your practice
at our Driving
Range and
Special
redeem 50%
Date : 25 February 2018 (Sunday)
more balls with minimum
Time : 1:30pm (shotgun start)
top up of $40 to your OCC Format of Play : Double Peoria
Range Card. Divisions : Men’s Division (HI 24.9 & below)
Ladies’ Division (HI 36.9 & below)
In addition, stand to win Eligibility : Gold, Silver and Corp Union/MGK
instant prizes like Entrance fee : $30*
Golf Vouchers, Green fee : $70 (Silver); $80 (Corp Union/MGK)
Titleist Pro V1x golf balls Buggy fee : $25
and more! Registration opens : 24 January 2018 (Wednesday)
Terms & Conditions apply. OCC reserves Register By : 15 February 2018 (Thursday)
the right to amend the benefits and *Entrance fee includes lunch, dinner and free flow of beer during dinner.
Instant prizes to be won! conditions at any time without prior notice. All fees are subject to prevailing GST.
For enquiries, please call Driving Range at 6750 2198. For enquiries andFor enquiries and
registration, registration,
please please contact
call Golf Department the
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at 2102/2111
fees are subject to prevailing GST.
Golfing Department at 6750 2111 or email golfregistration@orchidclub.com.
or email golfregistration@orchidclub.com.20 PLAN & PLAY 21
JANUARY FEBRUARY
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Legend:
*(CGE) - Corporate 1 2 3 4
Sim Han Hoon Scuba Diving Scuba Diving Karaoke Night Scuba Diving Aikido (Adults & Kids) Aquaducks Golf Events Karaoke Night Sim Han Hoon SIG – OCC Pool Aquaducks
Dance Class Sim Han Hoon SIG – Orchid Bulls Social Dance
Aquaducks - Chinese New SIG – Orchid Bulls Dance Class SIG – Orchid Bulls Darts
Sim Han Hoon SIG – OCC Black 8 Taijiquan Yale Swimming
Yale Swimming Taijiquan
Yale Swimming Dance Class Darts Night Training Year Darts Singapore
Dance Class SIG – OCC Bowling Yale Swimming Singapore Zumba Fitness
Singapore Yale Swimming Taekwondo Yale Swimming Yale Swimming
Yale Swimming Practice Dance Night Masala Bhangra KpopX Fitness
Yale Swimming Singapore Singapore
Quattor Swim Singapore Taijiquan Yale Swimming Singapore Quattor Swim School Singapore
Singapore Zumba Fitness Singapore Zumba Fitness Quattor Swim Practice Dance Night
School Zumba Fitness Yale Swimming School
Quattor Swim Yoga Karate Quattor Swim Yoga Karate
KpopX Fitness Judo (Kids) Zumba Fitness Singapore Functional Training Social Dance Night
School School Aqua Functional Training
Zumba Gold Quattor Swim Bowling Recruitment Aerobics OCC-U Golf 9-hole
Functional Training Aqua Aerobics Aqua Aerobics OCC-U Golf 9-hole Night Series
School
Night Series
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Sim Han Hoon SIG – OCC Pool Scuba Diving Karaoke Night Scuba Diving Monthly Medal Aquaducks Sim Han Hoon SIG – OCC Pool Scuba Diving Karaoke Night Scuba Diving Monthly Medal Aquaducks
Dance Class SIG – Orchid Bulls SIG – Orchid Bulls Social Dance Night Dance Class SIG – Orchid Bulls SIG – Orchid Bulls Social Dance Night
Sim Han Hoon Aikido (Adults & Kids) Sim Han Hoon Aikido (Adults & Kids)
Yale Swimming Darts Darts Taekwondo Aquaducks Taijiquan Yale Swimming Darts Darts Taekwondo Aquaducks Taijiquan
Dance Class SIG – OCC Black 8 Yale Swimming Dance Class SIG – OCC Black 8
Singapore Yale Swimming Yale Swimming Singapore Yale Swimming
Singapore
Taijiquan Training Yale Swimming Singapore Yale Swimming
Taijiquan Training Yale Swimming
Quattor Swim Singapore Yale Swimming Yale Swimming SIG – OCC Bowling Masala Bhangra Zumba Fitness Singapore Yale Swimming SIG – OCC Bowling
Zumba Fitness Singapore Zumba Fitness Social Dance Night Singapore Quattor Swim Singapore Zumba Fitness Social Dance Night Singapore
School Singapore
Yale Swimming
Judo (Kids) Singapore Yale Swimming Singapore
Judo (Kids) Quattor Swim Rummy-O Karate School Quattor Swim Zumba Fitness Quattor Swim Quattor Swim Karate
KpopX Fitness Zumba Fitness Singapore Yoga
Quattor Swim School Aqua Yoga KpopX Fitness School Zumba Gold School Aqua School Functional Training
Functional Quattor Swim
School Zumba Gold Aerobics
School
Functional Training Functional Training Aqua Aerobics Aerobics Rummy-O
OCC Social Saturdays –
Training Bowling Medal *CGE *CGE Valentine's Day Gifts
Making
Aqua Aerobics *CGE Super Sprint Series *CGE
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
Sim Han Hoon SIG – OCC Pool Scuba Diving Karaoke Night Scuba Diving Aikido (Adults & Kids) Aquaducks Sim Han Hoon SIG – OCC Pool Scuba Diving Eve of Chinese New Year Chinese New Year Aquaducks
Aquaducks Chinese New Year Day 1 Day 2
Dance Class SIG – Orchid Bulls SIG – Orchid Bulls Taekwondo Dance Class SIG – Orchid Bulls
Sim Han Hoon SIG – OCC Black 8 Taijiquan Sim Han Hoon Reunion Dinner @
Taijiquan
Yale Swimming Darts Darts Taijiquan Training Yale Swimming Darts Grand Ballroom Scuba Diving Aikido (Adults & Kids)
Singapore Dance Class Dance Class Aquaducks
Yale Swimming Yale Swimming Yale Swimming SIG – OCC Bowling
Yale Swimming Singapore Yale Swimming Taekwondo Yale Swimming
Karaoke Night SIG – OCC Black 8
Quattor Swim Singapore Yale Swimming Singapore Singapore Social Dance Night
Quattor Swim Singapore Yale Swimming Taijiquan Training
School Zumba Fitness Singapore Zumba Fitness
Yale Swimming Singapore Zumba Fitness Singapore
SIG – Orchid Bulls Darts
SIG – OCC Bowling
Singapore
Practice Dance Singapore School Yale Swimming Yale Swimming
KpopX Fitness Judo (Kids) Quattor Swim Night Yoga Karate Judo (Kids) Social Dance Night
Karate
Zumba Fitness KpopX Fitness Zumba Fitness Singapore Singapore Yale Swimming
Functional Training Quattor Swim School Aqua Quattor Swim Functional Training Quattor Swim Zumba Fitness
Zumba Gold OCC Social Saturdays – Functional Zumba Gold Quattor Swim Singapore
*CGE School Aerobics School School Aqua Quattor Swim School
Hong Bao Lantern Training School Yoga
Making Aerobics Aqua Aerobics Functional Training
Aqua Aerobics
22 23 24 25 26 27 28 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
Sim Han Hoon SIG – OCC Pool Scuba Diving Karaoke Night Scuba Diving Aikido (Adults & Gold Medal 2018 Sim Han Hoon SIG – OCC Pool Scuba Diving Karaoke Night Practice Dance Night Hong Bao Lunch Hong Bao Golf Special
Kids) Hong Bao Bowl
Dance Class SIG – Orchid Bulls SIG – Orchid Bulls Taekwondo Dance Class SIG – Orchid Bulls SIG – Orchid Bulls Scuba Diving
Sim Han Hoon Aquaducks Aquaducks Sim Han Hoon Aikido (Adults & Kids) Lion Dance Performance
Yale Swimming Darts Darts Taijiquan Yale Swimming Darts Darts Social Dance Night Aquaducks
Dance Class SIG – OCC Bowling Dance Class
Singapore Yale Swimming Yale Swimming Yale Swimming Taijiquan Singapore Yale Swimming Yale Swimming Taekwondo SIG – OCC Black 8 Aquaducks
Yale Swimming SIG – OCC Black 8 Training
Quattor Swim Singapore Singapore Singapore Training Quattor Swim Singapore Yale Swimming Singapore Taijiquan SIG – OCC Bowling Taijiquan
School Zumba Fitness Singapore Zumba Fitness Yale Swimming Zumba Fitness Singapore Zumba Fitness Yale Swimming Social Dance Night
Social Dance Night Social Dance Night School Yale Swimming
KpopX Fitness Judo (Kids) Zumba Fitness Quattor Swim Quattor Swim Yale Swimming Singapore KpopX Fitness Judo (Kids) Zumba Fitness Quattor Swim Singapore Yale Swimming
Singapore Singapore Singapore
Functional Training Quattor Swim Zumba Gold School Aqua School Quattor Swim School Aqua Quattor Swim School
*CGE School Aqua Aerobics Yoga Karate Functional
School Aqua Zumba Gold Aerobics Scratch-It-To-Win-It
Yoga
Karate
*CGE Scratch-It-To-Win- Training Functional Training
Aerobics Functional Training Aerobics Hong Bao Bowl
It-Night
29 30 31 Key Events for January:
• Monthly Medal (13 January, Sat)
26 27 28 Key Events for February:
Sim Han Hoon Dance SIG – OCC Pool Scuba Diving Sim Han Hoon SIG – OCC Pool Scuba Diving • Monthly Medal (10 February, Sat)
Class
SIG – Orchid Bulls • Gold Medal 2018 (28 January, Sun) Dance Class SIG – Orchid Bulls • Reunion Dinner @ Grand Ballroom (15 February, Thu)
Yale Swimming Sim Han Hoon Sim Han Hoon
Singapore Darts • Spot the Pink Balls Promotion Darts
• Hong Bao Lunch (24 February, Sat)
Quattor Swim School Dance Class Yale Swimming Dance Class
Bi-Monthly Cue
Yale Swimming • Driving Range Gong Xi Fa Cai Singapore
Yale Swimming
• Hong Bao Golf Special (25 February, Sun)
Challenge
Singapore Yale Swimming Lucky Draw Singapore Yale Swimming
KpopX Fitness Zumba Fitness Singapore KpopX Fitness Zumba Fitness Singapore • Hong Bao Bowl (25 February, Sun)
Functional Training
Judo (Kids) Zumba Fitness Functional Judo (Kids) Zumba Fitness
• Lion Dance Performance (25 February, Sun)
Bi-Monthly Golf
Challenge Quattor Swim Training Quattor Swim • Spot the Pink Balls Promotion
School Aqua Zumba Gold School Aqua Zumba Gold
*CGE • Driving Range Gong Xi Fa Cai Lucky Draw
Aerobics *CGE Aerobics22 PLAN & PLAY
OCC SOCIAL & RECREATION WEEKLY PROGRAMMES
Social Dance Nights Sim Han Hoon
DANCE
Aranda Lounge Dance Class
7:30pm to 1:00am Aranda Lounge
Every Fri and Sat Mon, 8:00pm to 9:30pm
(except those days with Wed, 8:00pm to 9:30pm
Practice Dance Nights)
Practice Dance Nights
Aranda Lounge
7:30pm to 1:00am
6 Jan & 19 Jan
3 Feb & 23 Feb
MARTIAL ARTS
FITNESS
KpopX Fitness
Lifestyle Studio
Mon, 7:30pm to 8:30pm
Zumba Gold*
Lifestyle Studio
Wed, 8:00pm to 9:00pm
Zumba Fitness
Yoga Lifestyle Studio Functional Training
Tue, 7:30pm to 8:30pm Lifestyle Studio
Lifestyle Studio
Wed, 7:00pm to 8:00pm Mon, 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Sat, 9:00am to 10:00am
Thu, 7:30pm to 8:30pm Sat, 9:00am to 10:00am
Karate
Lifestyle Studio
RECREATION
Sun, 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Taekwondo
Tennis Courts
Mahjong & Cards Fri, 7:30pm to 9:00pm
Karaoke Night*# Mahjong Rooms (Daily)
Aranda Lounge Sun - Thu, 12:00pm to 11:00pm Taijiquan
Thu, 12:00pm to 11:00pm Fri, Sat & Eve of PH, 12:00pm to 12:00mn Lifestyle Studio
Fri, 10:00am to 11:30am
Sun, 10:30am to 12:00pm
1:00pm to 2:30pm
9:00am to 10:30am
Aikido (Adults & Kids)
Lifestyle Studio
Sat, 3:00pm to 4:15pm
Darts
Aranda Lounge Scratch-It-To-Win-It Night* SIG – Rummy-O*
Orchid Bulls One & Sports Hub Sports Hub Judo (Kids)
Two Training 7:00pm to 10:00pm 7:30pm to 9:30pm Lifestyle Studio
Tue, 8:00pm to 10:00pm 26 Jan & 23 Feb 12 Jan & 9 Feb Tue, 4:30pm to 5:30pm
Thu, 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Aquaducks (Swimming)
SPORTS
Fun Pool
Sat, 9:00am to 12:00pm
Sat, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Sun, 9:00am to 12:00pm
SIG – Pool
Aranda Lounge/Sports Hub@OCC
OCC Black 8 Training
Handcrafted
Sat, 3:00pm to 6:00pm
Bi-Monthly Cue Challenge Yale Swimming Singapore Genuine Python Leather
Bags & Accessories
Last Monday of Odd Months, 7:00pm onwards Competitive Programme (Olympic Pool)
SIG – Bowling Mon - Fri, 5:30pm to 8:00pm
Simply Scuba (Scuba Diving)
Orchid Bowl Recreation Programme
Soft yet durable.
Olympic Pool
Sat, 3:00pm to 5:00pm (Fun Pool & Olympic Pool) Wed and Fri, 7:30pm to 9:00pm
Wed, 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Sat, 9:00am to 11:00am; 4:00pm to 7:00pm Aqua Aerobics
Sun, 9:00am to 11:15am; 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Quattor Swim School
Olympic Pool
Tue, 9:00am to 10:00am
Designed for versatility.
Thu, 8:00pm to 9:00pm
urbanstory.sg
Fun Pool
Mon - Fri (except Wed)
5:00pm to 6:00pm; 6:00pm to 7:00pm
* Free for OCC members # Charges apply for first drink NOTE: All information is correct at time of printing.
For the full programme listing, please visit our website at www.orchidclub.com
For more information, email sports@orchidclub.com.24 SOCIAL BUZZ 25
OCC & ACC MEMBERS GATHERED FOR 23RD INTER-CLUB MIXED BOWLING LEAGUE
THE FIRST MONTHLY BOWLING MEDAL
ON 11 NOVEMBER 2017
CONCLUDED ON 29 OCTOBER
OCC’s first Monthly Bowling Medal took off on an exciting start on 11 November at Orchid Bowl
@ OCC. This monthly event serves to brush up the competitive skills of players and foster bonds After 24 weeks of intense matches between
among members who share the same passion for bowling. A total of 25 OCC and ACC members 12 Clubs, a victory dinner was held at Seletar
took part in the fierce battle, where players bowled for five straight Single Games to emerge as
the top 3 scorers of the Medal. After the eventful game, the bowlers were treated to a delightful Country Club to celebrate the remarkable annual
dinner at Sports Hub and the prize presentation took place shortly after. Well done bowlers! league. The night began with a buffet dinner,
followed by prize presentations and a live band
performance. The highlight of the night was
the exciting lucky draw. Congratulations to all
the winners!
The OCC & ACC Team celebrated the joyous occasion together.
The energetic participants ready to give their best! Monthly Medal Champion
Jimmy Teng showing how it's done.
The sporting bowlers broke into a dance Tucking into the sumptuous Victory Dinner. Bowling Convenor Mary Tan receiving
during the live band performance. the certificate of participation on behalf
of Team OCC & ACC.
DIVING INTO THE 22ND SUPER SPRINT SERIES
Our 22nd Super Sprint Series – Kid’s Challenge saw 83 young swimmers from 7 swim clubs, aged 6 to 12 years old
participating in the competition. The pool was adorned with colourful lane ropes which added to the cheery atmosphere.
Proud parents cheered on the young and budding swimmers as they dived into the water. Despite the persistent drizzle,
The happy winners of the November Monthly Medal. Keeping track of the scores.
it was a day of smiles and laughter as they adjourned to join in the festivities at the annual Christmas light up.
All smiles as the proud parents get together for a photo. Coach prepping the young swimmers for the race.
Prize presentation to honour the winners. Bowling Convenor Mary Tan interacting with the players during dinner.
Awaiting a strike while bowler Steven Ang Bowlers enjoying the scrumptious spread. Winners gathering for a photo together with Young swimmers giving their all! Honouring the winners at the prize presentation
anticipates the direction of the ball. Bowling Convenor Mary Tan. during Christmas Light up.26 SOCIAL BUZZ 27
Fulfilling Christmas Wishes of the Underprivileged Through OCC Staff delivering gifts
the Boys’ Brigade “Share-A-Gift” Campaign door-to-door to the beneficiaries
on 20 December 2017
Spreading joy to the beneficiaries at the annual This festive season, 29 OCC staff got into the spirit of giving
and adopted 54 wishes, making up a total of 84 fulfilled wishes
Christmas Light Up on 11 November 2017 by both our OCC Members and staff. On 20 December, the
S&R team partnered Boys’ Brigade again to deliver gifts
The Club was filled with a festive mood on 11 November as close to 150 people A special THANK YOU to the door-to-door to our beneficiaries at the CARElderly Seniors
gathered for the annual Christmas Light Up event. The participants were all smiles following OCC members for Activity Centre. This Share-A-Gift campaign presented a great
as they enjoyed the fringe activities such as scratch art, glitter tattoo and story-telling spreading the Christmas cheer opportunity for the OCC staff to contribute to the community
while munching on popcorn, candy floss and ice cream. The atmosphere further by adopting the wishes of and spread joy to the underprivileged elderly.
heightened as the choir from nEbO and U Live led the crowd in a spirited sing-along Gifts all nicely wrapped and ready for delivery.
the underprivileged!
of popular Christmas carols.
During this season of giving, OCC worked together with Boys’ Brigade to bring cheer Amanda Goh
to the underprivileged Singaporeans from 5 beneficiaries in total. 10 children from the
Life Community Services Society - Mighty Kids, Families and Community, were invited Ang Cheng Yong
to the Christmas Light Up event to indulge in the year-end festive cheer. With STRIDES Eunist Toh Mui Lay
kindly sponsoring bus transport services, the children arrived excitedly for a day of Goh Lam Kiong
specially planned activities.
J.A.Tewani
The Christmas tree was lit by Lady Captain Susan Gan, after which Santa and Santarina
Jeremy Yap
made a surprise appearance and showered the crowd with candy canes.
Jenny Ong Kai Zhen
Johnny Choo
S&R staff at CARElderly Seniors Activity Centre for the door-to-door gift delivery.
Lim Kok Beng
Malcolm Foo
Maureen Goh
Maureen Teo
Ng Alice
Christmas tree light up in progress. Lady Captain Susan Gan (left) with
ACC General Manager Toh Poh Kuan.
Pang Siong Loon
Paulus Tan
Susan Gan
Tan Ah Ee Gifts delivered personally to the elderly.
Tan Jun Wei
Ted Wong Getting into the Festive Mood with Christmas Rummy-O
Vincent Chong
on 8 December 2017
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Woo Kwek Kiong
On 8 December, 31 members gathered for the Christmas Rummy-O. Members racked their brains to
Children enjoying craft activities and singing along to Christmas carols. Yu Yan
try and eliminate all their tiles. Mr William Lee Chin Huat emerged as the final winner of the Rummy-O
ladder and walked away with our top prize! With their very innovative DIY costumes, Mr Paulus Tan
and Mrs Tai Tam Yue won the best dressed award. Definitely a fun evening for all! A special thank you
to our OCC members for joining us in the very first six-month long Rummy-O ladder! We look forward
to members joining us for the new and improved ladder format!
A group photo to celebrate the Christmas cheer. Participants concentrating intently Mr Paulus Tan in his DIY costume
on their tiles. that won the Best Dressed Award.
Christmas tree light up. Excited children with their balloons and food! Santa and Santarina wishing everyone Join us for fun-filled Rummy-O sessions at Sports Hub
a Merry Christmas! every 2nd Friday of the month, 7.30pm – 9.30pm!28
Gym Feature HIP & HAPPENING 29
Gym Programmes
15-Minute Total Body Fat Loss Kettlebell Circuit
Karate Perform each exercise for 30 seconds. Complete entire circuit and rest 30-60 seconds. Repeat for 3-5 rounds.
A form of martial arts
using the hands and feet 1. Around The World 2. Kettlebell Swing
that initiate defensive and
counterattacking body
movements.
Aqua Aerobics Date : Every Sunday
A popular water exercise class focusing on both Time : 12pm - 1pm
cardiovascular and strength benefits. Suitable for Venue : Lifestyle Studio
people of any fitness level! Fee* : $180 (OCC Member)
Date : Every Tuesday (AM) / Every Thursday (PM) $190 (NTUC Member)
Time : 9am - 10am / 8pm – 9pm $200 (Guest)
Venue : Olympic Pool *Fees are for 10 sessions per term, subject to GST
Fee* : $95 (OCC Member)
$100 (NTUC Member)
$105 (Guest)
*Fees are for 8 sessions per term, subject to GST
a b a b
• Begin with feet hip-width apart • Begin with feet hip-width apart, keep your chest
a. a.
forward and your shoulders retracted
• Maintain a tight core and keep your chest up
• Rotate the kettlebell around your hips while • Swing up the kettlebell using leg momentum and
Hatha Yoga b. b.
switching hands in the front and back thrust your hips forward
A form of physical exercise for relaxation, body flexibility,
strength and personal concentration. An excellent • Reverse the direction of rotation halfway through • Engage your legs, hips, glutes and shoulders to
Zumba Fitness power swing the kettlebell upward
rehabilitation programme for all ages! each round
Involves dance and rhythmic aerobic movements that
are performed to energetic music, with the goal of • Keep your core tight throughout and ensure your
Date : Every Saturday
improving all elements of fitness. back is not rounded
Time : 9am - 10am
Date & Time : Every Tuesday & Thursday, Venue : Lifestyle Studio 3. Goblet Squat 4. Kettlebell Row
7:30pm - 8:30pm Fee* : $150 (OCC Member)
Wednesday, 7pm - 8pm $160 (NTUC Member)
Venue : Lifestyle Studio $180 (Guest)
Fee* : $95 (OCC Member) *Fees are for 12 sessions per term, subject to GST
$100 (NTUC Member)
$105 (Guest)
*Fees are for 8 sessions per term, subject to GST
Judo (Kids 4 – 12 years old)
A character-building martial
art that develops your child’s
basic physical fitness such as
strength, flexibility, speed, Functional Training
Group class that involves training the body for daily life a b a b
balance and agility, through
the use of attack and defence activities, with exercises such as push-ups and squats.
Definitely a fun calorie-burning workout! • Begin with feet hip-width apart • Begin with feet hip-width apart, holding the
moves. a. a. kettlebell on one hand
• Keep kettlebell close to your chest with your
Date : Every Monday (PM) / Every Saturday (AM)
Date : Every Tuesday elbows lifted high • Bend knees and hinge back at the hips. Torso
Time : 6pm - 7pm / 9am - 10am
Time : 4:30pm – 5:30pm • Squat while driving your knees out (not caved in) to be almost parallel with the ground, without
Venue : Lifestyle Studio b. rounding the back
Venue : Lifestyle Studio and your chest lifted
Fee* : $110 (OCC Member)
Fee* : $80 (OCC Member) • Drive your heels onto the floor while keeping your • Row the kettlebell up to the side of torso
$120 (NTUC Member) b.
$85 (NTUC Member) glutes engaged to return to standing position • Ensure elbow is tucked close to your side and keep
$130 (Guest)
$90 (Guest) core engaged before lowering kettlebell back down
*Fees are for unlimited sessions per month,
*Fees are for 4 sessions per term, subject to GST • Repeat on opposite arm in the next round
subject to GST
To know more about our Personal Training Programme,
For enquiries and registration, please call Gym at 6750 2199 or email sports@orchidclub.com. please contact our friendly gym instructors at 6750 2199 or email sports@orchidclub.com.You can also read
