Talks & Workshops

Sport and Art of Silat: Watering the Flower

by Sport Singapore
4 May • 04:00pm

Discover the cultural depth of Silat through an informative fireside chat and an immersive outdoor workshop exploring the martial art's connection to nature and movement.

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Sport & Art of Silat Watering the Flower
Programme Details
Date: Sun, 4 May
Time: 4pm - 6pm
Venue: Yan Kit Pool Heritage Gallery (5 Yan Kit Road, Singapore 088261)
Price: $10/pax

Delve into the UNESCO-recognised martial art of Silat through an engaging dialogue and an introductory workshop that connects imagination, movement, and natural inspirations.

Part 1: Fireside Chat — The Sport and Art of Silat
In this informal session, hear from PERSISI (Singapore Silat Federation) and Nusantara Theatrics on the dual identity of Silat as both sport and performance. The discussion explores Silat’s mental, spiritual, and artistic aspects, and how it continues to shape youth culture today.

Part 2: Watering the Flower — A Silat Tua Workshop (Outdoors)
Join Tan Guo Lian Sutton in an introductory Silat Tua workshop inspired by nature’s elements. Learn basic footwork that forms the foundation of Silat Tari (freestyle dance), guided by images of bunga (flowers) and air (water), in a location steeped in heritage.

All participants are welcome, regardless of experience.
Sport Singapore
As the national sports agency, Sport Singapore’s core purpose is to inspire the Singapore spirit and transform Singapore through sport. Through innovative, fun and meaningful sporting experiences, our mission is to reach out and serve communities across Singapore with passion and pride. With Vision 2030 – Singapore’s sports master plan, our mandate goes beyond winning medals. Sport Singapore uses sport to create greater sporting opportunities and access, more inclusivity and integration as well as broader development of capabilities. Sport Singapore works with a vast network of public-private-people sector partners for individuals to live better through sport. 




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