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YOUTH OLYMPIC GAMES (YOG) LEARNING CENTRE |
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Learning Objectives |
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The YOG Learning Centre provides a platform for visitors, particularly youths, to embark on a journey of discovery on Olympism. Visitors will not only gain insight on the spirit of the Olympic Games, but will also learn the Olympic Values and be inspired to embrace, embody and express these values in their lives. Visitors will also be able to trace Singapore’s journey in its bid to host the inaugural Youth Olympic Games and learn about the various ways in which they can contribute to the Games. In addition, the YOG Learning Centre will enable visitors to learn about the 26 sports featured in the Singapore 2010 Youth Olympic Games, and provide them with a better understanding of the upcoming Winter Youth Olympic Games in 2012.
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Apart from learning about Olympism at the Learning Centre (LC), students/ teachers can also sign up to be a LC guide during their visits. Participation as LC guides can be a part of your school's Community Involvement Programme. Speak to a LC guide for more information.
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The YOG Learning Centre adopts a Value-Based Education Philosophy. We seek to raise awareness of the Olympic Values of Excellence, Friendship and Respect, as well as to facilitate understanding of these Values through stories of Olympians and “unsung heroes”. In addition, we encourage visitors to practise the Olympic Values through various learning centre activities and to reflect on these Values through our learning centre worksheets.
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Greeting visitors as they approach the YOG Learning Centre are three art installations highlighting the three Olympic Values of Respect, Excellence and Friendship. These are done in street style and with a raw and edgy feel that is reminiscent of youths. Within the Centre, spanning more than 600 square meters over two floors, are also displays of outstanding individuals who have exemplified the Olympic Values. Such individuals include our local sporting heroes, Olympians, as well as volunteers.
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The Centre also traces the origin and history of the modern Olympic Games. Baron Pierre de Coubertin, founder of the modern Olympic Games, advocated participation and balance between body and mind. He also aspired to promote peace and harmony among the different nations through the Olympic Games.
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Singapore’s first Olympic medal, won in 1960, and our gold medal won at the Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games, are on display in the Centre to wow visitors and instill in them a sense of pride in our sporting achievements. Visitors will also be given the chance to touch an actual torch used in the world-wide torch relay for the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games.
Given Singapore’s successful bid to host the inaugural Youth Olympic Games, a “white space” in the Centre has been dedicated to all the youths in the world, inviting each and every one of them to contribute in making the Youth Olympic Games a success.
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The second level introduces visitors to the 26 sports in the Youth Olympic Games. The interactive ‘touch-n-feel’ elements of the displays allow visitors to feel the actual sports equipment and to make closer contact with each sport. This will further encourage them to take up the sport and to cultivate a sporting culture in their daily lives. |
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Opening hours
Monday to Friday (Except Public Holidays)
9.00 am to 5.30pm
(Guided tour will be provided for walk-in visitors every Tuesday at 2.30pm)
For group or school bookings, please call +65 6471 4430 or email: Singapore2010_YOG_Learning_Centre@singapore2010.sg |
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