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Sport
Information
Sporting Singapore
While it's true that the two favourite Singaporean pastimes
are eating and shopping, sports is also an integral part
of the Singaporean lifestyle. Whether it's diving, dirt
biking, water-skiing and rock climbing, weekends see throngs
of Singaporeans and expatriates working up a sweat.
This active lifestyle is complemented by another popular
Singaporean pastime - spectator sport. From the local soccer
league and dragon boat races to international events like
the Caltex Masters Singapore golf tournament and the Singapore
Sevens rugby tournament, Singapore is the ideal venue to
catch some exciting sporting action.
Sports
- Land
Cycling
Cycling is a favourite pastime of many Singaporeans due
to the many roads and walkways available. Trails like the
ones in Bukit Timah Nature Reserve and the Clementi off-road
cycling track allow mountain bikers to scratch that off-road
itch.
Log on to the Singapore
Amateur Cycling Association's website for more information.
G-Max Reverse Bungy
The G-Max Reverse Bungy, Singapore's first extreme high
adrenaline experience, is located at Clark Quay. Designed
and developed in New Zealand 8 years ago, the G-Max is a
totally unique experience.
The ride involves up to three people being seated in a specially
designed open air steel reinforced capsule. This is attached
by US-approved bungy cords to 2 towers. The cords are tightened
and then released catapulting the capsule up to 60m in the
air at speeds of 200kph. The ride lasts for about 5 mins.
Admission is S$30 per person, group bookings also available.
Call (65) 6338 1146 or log on to www.gmax.co.nz
for more information.
Bowling
With the many bowling alleys available in Singapore, this
sport is enjoyed by the young and old. Especially with the
fast paced lifestyle of many Singaporeans, bowling allows
players to work out in a comfortable environment, without
working up too much of a sweat.
For some information on bowling in Singapore, log on to
the Pinstrikers Singapore homepage.
Horse
Racing
Horse racing in Singapore has a long and illustrious history,
with its beginnings in 1842 with the formation of the Singapore
Sporting Club by a group of racing enthusiasts.
In 1924, Singapore Sporting Club changed its name to Singapore
Turf Club, in line with a more clearly defined role. During
its varied and colourful past, the racecourse grounds had
been used for an array of activities ranging from polo matches
to the landing of the first aircraft in Singapore.
Since then, the Club has moved to its current premises in
Kranji, with the $3 million Singapore Airlines International
Cup being included in the prestigious World Series Racing
Championship.
For more information on club facilities, admission, racedays,
dress codes and special events, log on to the Singapore
Turf Club website.
Sports
- Water
Some of the most popular sports on the island of Singapore
are water-based. Round-the-island canoe trips are a rage,
as are the thrills and spills of water-skiing off Sembawang
and Kallang River (venue of previous world championships),
windsurfing and sailing.
Canoeing
Various private operators provide hiring facilities for
canoes. These are located at Changi Point, East Coast Park
and Sentosa Island. Operating hours are generally from 9am
to 6pm daily. Single seaters cost between SGD 6 to SGD 10
and double seaters cost between SGD 8 and SGD 12.
Scuba Diving
Most local diving schools conduct courses sanctioned by
NAUI or PADI, two internationally recognised scuba-diving
associations. Day and night diving in local waters and nearby
diving sports in Malaysian waters are also available. Contact
Diventures Scuba at tel: (65) 6778 0661.
Water
Skiing
All waterski centres are open from about 9:00am to 7:00pm
(including public holidays). Costs ranges from SGD 70 to
SGD 120 per hour.
Windsurfing / Sailing
For windsurfing, costs are around SGD 22 for two hours with
a SGD 10 deposit. For sailboats, costs are around SGD 24
for one hour with a SGD 20 deposit. Operating hours are
from 9:30am to 6:30pm. Contact the Pasta Fresca Sea Sports
Centre at tel: (65) 6449 5118 or National Service Resort
& Country Club at tel: (65) 6546 5880.
Golf
With perfect weather nearly all year round, Singapore is
the ideal destination for golfers from all over the world
to tee off. International events such as the Caltex Singapore
Masters, are held here. With the superb golfing facilities
and an extensive selection of clubs - some of which have
signature courses of their own - you'll be spoiled for choice
on our beautiful fairways. You need not worry about your
handicap either, as most courses have multiple tee off positions.
You can play golf at almost anytime of the day - and night!
- as some courses are open for play in the evenings. This
means you can enjoy the courses at a wide variety of clubs,
regardless of your skill level.
You can also easily access regional golf courses in neighbouring
destinations like Bintan, Batam and Johor. For instance,
two signature championship courses in Indonesia, designed
by Jack Nicklaus and Ian Baker-Finch, are a short 45-minute
ferry ride from Singapore.
There are some things to keep in mind when golfing in Singapore.
Most of our golf clubs and courses have a dress code that
requires a collared T-shirt with trousers or short pants.
Proper golf shoes should also be worn. However, be aware
that some clubs may not allow spiked shoes on the course.
If you need a caddie or a golf buggy, they can be hired
at reasonable rates from most clubs. For your own convenience,
try to confirm a tee off time before going to the club as
a competition or routine maintenance may be in progress.
Most clubs are well-equipped with lockers, showers, changing
rooms, as well as dining and entertainment outlets. |
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... more information on Singapore
(Singapore Tourism Board)
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