Singapore Gymnastics 21^st Annual General Meeting - Introducing the new Board of Directors for Singapore Gymnastics, dedicated to advancing the future of Singapore’s gymnastics community.

The Singapore Gymnastics (SG) 21^st Annual General Meeting was held on Saturday 9 September 2023, with 10 Voting Members in attendance.

SG President, Dr. Patrick Liew, tabled the 2022 Annual Report and shared the outstanding achievements of Singapore Gymnastics over the past year:

• Membership Growth: SG has seen remarkable growth, with a 14.66% increase in membership, totalling 2,135 individual members.
• Enhanced Membership Structure: Introduction of three new membership categories to promote inclusivity and diversity, welcoming gymnastics enthusiasts of all levels into our vibrant community.
• High-Performance Success: Our athletes shone in international competitions, earning silver and bronze medals at the SEA Games, showcasing our commitment to excellence in gymnastics.
• Expanded Competition Calendar: We added two exciting events, the Gymnastics Carnival and Lunar competition, to inject new energy into our calendar, highlighting our determination to promote the sport and provide an opportunity for every athlete to compete.
• Education and Development: The 2022 Coaches Congress and collaboration with Working with Parents in Sport led to knowledge sharing and holistic athlete development.
• Fitter for Life Initiative: We launched a fitness program for seniors to improve their well-being, mobility, strength, and flexibility, fostering inclusivity and camaraderie.
• Inaugural Charity Dinner: We raised an impressive $227,775 to support our high-performance program and athletes' aspirations, exemplifying the power of community support.
• Transparency Recognition: We received the 2022 Charity Transparency Award, underscoring our commitment to sound disclosure practices.
• Unity in RG Community: We initiated discussions and strategies to enhance judging and processes in Rhythmic Gymnastics, promoting unity within the RG Community.

Moving forward in 2023:

• Structural Transformation: We're introducing two crucial leadership roles, General Manager and High-Performance Technical Director, to steer our strategic trajectory.
• Hosting 2023 Artistic Asian Championships: This prestigious event aligns with our mission to become a world-class hub for gymnastics, showcasing Singapore’s sporting infrastructure and major event hosting capability.
• Expanded National Championships: In 2024, our National Championships will include more athletes from across the island, promoting a sense of accomplishment.

In closing, the President expressed his heartfelt gratitude to all athletes, coaches, members, and supporters for their unwavering commitment. He called on everyone to eagerly anticipate an even brighter future for Singapore Gymnastics.

The full President’s report can be found in the online Annual Report approved at the AGM https://issuu.com/singaporegym/docs/fy22-23_annual_report?fr=xKAE9_zU1NQ.

The Financial Statement for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2023, was tabled with Singapore Gymnastics achieving an operating surplus of $245,156. This surplus can be attributed to several factors:

1. A successful Charity Dinner contributed a net surplus of $227,775, including $129,370 from the One Team Singapore Funding (OTSF).
2. Athlete membership generated a net income increase of $23,810.
3. Registration income from the National Championships increased by $41,319, totalling $199,244 in 2023, with spectators returning. Lower live streaming costs led to a surplus of $122,818 for the Championships.

The Board elections took place, during which Voting Members cast their votes to elect three (3) Directors who will serve a four (4) year term.

Following the AGM, the three newly elected Directors and the four existing Directors promptly gathered to internally determine the key Board positions. The elected Board then proceed to discuss and voted to co-opt Alan Wong and Dennis Breckenridge to the two (2) available Appointed Director positions.

Singapore Gymnastics would like to introduce the Board of Directors for 2023-2025:

President Dr. Patrick Liew expressed SG's gratitude to the outgoing Board Members, Stephen Lim, Ho Mun Wai, and Cecilia Chia for their voluntary service to Singapore Gymnastics and their significant contributions over the past two years.

Dr. Patrick reaffirmed his commitment to establishing improved and transparent communication channels between the National Office and the gymnastics community. This commitment is in response to the general business item presented by Bianka Panova Academy, emphasising the collective desire to enhance communication standards within Singapore Gymnastics. By facilitating better communication, our goal is to enhance member engagement and to collectively propel Singapore's gymnastics efforts to even greater heights. This collaborative endeavour underscores our dedication to transparency and our shared vision for the future of gymnastics in Singapore.

The Board and the National Office eagerly anticipate steering SG's next phase of development.