The Merdeka Trail: A Kallang Story

Description of Programme

Did you know that Kallang has a history going back 400 years? While many are familiar with the Singapore Story, the Kallang Story is far less well-known – but participants coming on this walking trail will be enlightened and entertained about it. 

Participants will understand Kallang’s colonial, wartime, and postwar history as a mirror of Singapore’s journey from colonial outpost to nationhood. 

They will discover fun facts such as what existed before the Sports Hub was built in the Kallang area. They will learn how Singapore took the long and hard road to self-government and independence. They will realise the rich sport and art heritage Singapore has. 

By the end of the programme, participants will see the physical transformation of Kallang as a microcosm of the social, economic and political development of Singapore. By touring Kallang, they will see an inspiring vision of the future of Singapore. They will get the subtle messages that no one owes Singapore a living, we must ourselves defend Singapore, and that we, as Singaporeans, must have confidence in our future. 

Learning Objective / Total Defence Pillars

1. Total Defence (Social, Military, Psychological)

2. Discover the 400-year history of Kallang, a lesser-known part of the Singapore Story

3. Appreciate the physical transformation of Kallang as a microcosm of the social, economic and political development of Singapore

Location(s)

Singapore Sports Hub Complex 

Indoor (Partial)

Outdoor (Partial)

Rating

Teamwork

Physical

Guided

Duration

2.5 - 3 hrs

Session Timings

Session 1: 0900 – 1130/1200 hours

 Session 2: 1400 – 1630/1700 hours

Pricing (per participant)

 $24.00

Min 20 pax / Max 40 pax

-Total number of participants is divided equally to determine price tier 

Terms and Conditions

Amendments

 a. The units will be allowed to make a one-time amendment to their booking, to be communicated in writing at least ten working days before the conduct of the NE Activity. 

 b. If the units submit an amendment to their booking less than ten working days before the conduct of the NE Activity, they will be charged an amendment fee. 

 Absentees

 a. The full amount will be charged per participant who is absent from the NE Activity without any valid reason. 

 b. The charges will be waived in full for absent participants with a valid reason, subject to a maximum of 10 per cent of the agreed number of participants. 

 c. The following valid reasons for absenteeism are: 

 c.i. Submit a valid medical certificate or relevant medical documentation, or 

 c.ii. Furnish certain compelling reasons which are unrelated to work commitments, such as compassionate leave

 d. Relevant documentation must be provided within 5 working days of the completion of the NE Activity. 

 Cancellation

 a. In the event that units request cancellation of confirmed NE Activities, cancellation charges may be imposed on these units, if a cancellation notice is not received (in writing) at least 10 working days prior to the confirmed date of the Activity. The cancellation charges will be as follows:

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