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Toa Payoh Zone 4 RC Demostration on 6th June 2009 Pre-Demo Training
I was assigned a task to train up a demonstration team for 6th June 2009, Toa Payoh Zone 4 RC meets. I have altogether 12 Saturday to get a team ready for the demonstration. I came with a script comprising of 3 sections. First section was Chon-Ji pattern which was performed by 6 students. Second section was self-defense techniques which were performed by 4 pair of students. The finale which was also the third section was board breaking by 6 students. After the students have volunteered to go for the demonstration, a series of demo training lines up an hour before the actual class started. First was the trial for the first section. A group of students were put on trial to see how well were they performing and whether they were able to coordinate with each other. There were quite a few hiccups during the first few training until Mr. Kenneth Kuah, Chief Instructor, stepped in to correct. All training went smoothly and everyone seemed to be able to coordinate well with each other. They also knew how to react after several rounds of practicing. Actual Day of Demonstration
Came the actual day of demonstration, we gather at Do-Jang at 6pm for a final practice before heading down to the meeting point. As the students were on the way there, anxiety started to fill them up. Another round of practice was conducted near to the actual performance stage to cure their anxiousness and to ensure their performance before them going up. However, when the emcee announces the performance by SG Taekwon-Do School, everyone started to get panic and I could see from their expression that their mind went blank. I managed to calm them down. Although the performance was short, I think this was a very good exposure to many of the students in the demonstration team. It allows them to do a stage performance in front of a crowd which boosts their confidence within them. No doubt this was my very first attempt in training a demonstration team and I found a few flaws which can be improved on. It will be a memorable event for the demonstration team and me. I would like to express my gratitude to Mr. Kenneth Kuah and the performing students that for putting in effort to make this event a successful one. TaeKwon, Seah Ming Jing Singapore Seminar on 28th & 29th June 2008 
Singapore – On 28th and 29th June 2008, SG Taekwon-Do School hosted Grandmaster Hwang Kwang Sung, K-9-1; President of Unified International Taekwon-Do Federation to conduct a 2days seminar in Singapore. Grandmaster Hwang taught the legacy of Taekwon-Do (ITF) left by late General Choi Hong Hi. The Seminar was attended by students both adults & children, included beginners from all different levels to Black Belt level. Students were exposed to the fundamentals techniques, Theory of Power, Patterns (Tuls), Kicks & Self-defence. They were also thrilled to learn the history of ITF events from Grandmaster Hwang whom present during all the events. 
Grandmaster Hwang also shared with us that learning never stops, no matter how old or what level of belt you are in Taekwon-Do. Especially taking himself as an example, he started learning more about Taekwon-Do from late General Choi when he was 7th Dan Black Belt. 
Grandmaster Hwang’s enthusiasm and philosophy towards Taekwon-Do has inspired many students and Instructors to develop and strengthen ITF in Singapore. Grandmaster Hwang conducts 4th Degree testing and promotion on 29th June, 2008 for Mr. Kenneth Kuah in Singapore Island Taekwon-Do Annual Championship on 11th November 2006
All Japan Color Belt Championship on 31th July 2005
Visit to ITF-Japan on 28th July - 5th August 2005
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SG Taekwon-Do School was kindly invited to participate Island Taekwon-Do Annual Championship which held at Henry Park Primary School on the 11th November 2006. There was a total of 81 participants and 25 officials representing 3 schools and 2 Affiliated clubs with a set of 45 categories of individual pattern, sparring and team pattern. The SG team led by Chief Instructor Mr Kenneth Kuah consist of 12 competitors, being the first time our team participated in a tournament, they have done extremely well having won 8 Golds, 6 Silvers and 7 Bronzes.
"I was very impressed with my students' ability to perform well and maintain their composure during the tournament as this is their first time participating. I was worried at first that they may forget their pattern or techniques but it turn out to be a blessing in disguise. I hope they will continue to train hard and improve as they grow with Taekwon-Do." commented by Mr. Kuah, who was delighted that everyone was happy and safe and best of all, everyone won at least a medal for themselves.
The moment we reach the arena of the All Japan Color Belt Championship, all the organizing members of ITF-Japan were busy setting up and getting ready for the tournament. Within an hour or so they were ready to start the championship without any delay or hesitation. The tournament was moving fast and smooth, it was fantastic sight to see every organizing members working hand in hand without not knowing what to do. Singapore delegate, Ms Kendra Er participated in the Championships in the Tuls for Blue and Red Belt category, despite herself not being 100% after her bout with flu and cough, she however persevere to continue to participate but unfortunately she lost in the 1st round to a stronger competitor. Another was Mr. Kelvin Goh also participated in the championships as an umpire overseeing with another two umpires in the patterns (Tuls) and sparring (Matsogi) competitions for the adults category.
On the 28th through 5th September 2005, Sabum Daniel Sng, Kenneth Kuah, Kelvin Goh and Kendra Er were honorably invited to Japan by the International Taekwon-Do Federation-Japan to exchange ideas and training techniques, as well as to give Hapkido demonstration at various dojiangs of Mr. Lee Jong Mok (V dan, General Secretary), Mr. Koji Takagi (IV dan, Technical Chairman) and Mr. Hajimi Okazawa (IV dan, All Japan Heavy Weight Champion in sparring). During the 7 days in Japan, we have visited many different dojiangs and attended numerous training sessions in Mr Okazawa's and Mr Takagi's classes. Training sessions also varied from Hapkido lesson privately with Mr. Okazawa as well as Mr Takagi's advance class. Students were amazes with the Hapkido techniques and movements and they enjoys the sessions greatly. During the visit, Mr. Lee, Mr. Okazawa and Mr. Takagi each provide great hospitality and host lavish dinner after training. Mr. Okazawa, Mr. and Mrs. Takagi promised to come visit us in Singapore and wish to visit The Art of Self-Defence Taekwon-Do class at Central Singapore Joint Social Service Centre.