‘Start Here Go Anywhere’

Singapore Gymnastics new strategic plan for 2018 to 2021 is the result of extensive engagement with internal and external stakeholders following the 2017 restructure of the organisation to boast long term growth with the aim of winning an Olympic medal in 2028. 

The plan reaffirms the mission, vision and values and sets out high-level strategic goals for the next three years.

Karen Norden, General Manager, will be the driving force behind these strategic goals and is excited about the future of Singapore Gymnastics and the sport of gymnastics for all.

“The future is very promising. The government is very supportive, and SG has an excellent board. If we develop Singaporean coaches, I don’t see why we can’t compete with the best. Our gymnasts are as talented as any other athletes in the world,”

She is utilising her wealth of experience, expertise and her international network to lead the organisation and oversee development and growth guided by four the key objectives;

• Unite the community by achieving podium success through the implementation of a high-performance plan that is athlete centric.
• raise the profile of gymnastics and increase participation in Singapore through targeted, inclusive programmes aimed at the 0-5year old, disengaged youth and mature age participants.
• be leaders in sport by ensuring all providers offer a child safe environment that is enjoyable and a satisfying experience for all participants.
• develop a marquee event in Singapore that will attract world class athletes, increase the profile of the sport and build spectatorship, attract sponsors and increase investment in the sport.

With these four key objectives as the focus the organisation will strive to link all elements of gymnastics as a sport, from the grass roots up to elite international athlete level, from local clubs to international coaching education in order to provide a seamless supportive structure for all associated with the sport. Karen Norden is excited to have a new strategic plan that will guide, develop and grow gymnastics in Singapore.

“The difference is that I've got to look not just at governance, but high performance and participation as well. We've got to connect the pathway."

This new strategic plan is a road map to winning an Olympic medal in 2028. In announcing the ambitious plan, Singapore Gymnastics has committed to driving for international success, and will have to work hand in hand with all stakeholders and gymnasts to realise this dream together for Singapore.

Click here to find out more about the Strategic Plan.

Story Written by : Marnie-Lee Meadows.