Woodlands residents welcomed a revamped community club featuring expanded fitness programmes, a broadcast and jamming studio, and an upgraded kitchen following three years of renovation works, according to the People’s Association. The facility officially reopened on July 26 with a celebration attended by more than 2,000 residents, volunteers, donors, and community partners.
The reopening event began with a symbolic homecoming walk from Woodlands Galaxy CC to the newly renovated premises. Coordinating Minister for Social Policies and Minister for Health Ong Ye Kung and Sembawang GRC MP Mariam Jaafar, who oversees the constituency’s Woodlands division, attended the launch and toured the four-level building, where they contributed to a 7m-long batik painting that will be displayed at the club.
Expanded Kitchen Facilities and Community Spaces
Speaking to the media during the event, Mariam Jaafar stated that some of the facilities were suggested by residents. Among these updates is an expansion of the kitchen, which is used during cooking classes and grew from just one station to 13 cooking stations. Participants can now cook alongside the teacher rather than only watching the teacher’s demonstration.
The People’s Association noted that the updated community club will function as a hub for community bonding, heritage and culture, and healthy living, among other things. Attendees at the July 26 celebration participated in more than 50 interactive activities that were spread throughout the four levels of the building.
Did You Know? The newly reopened community club features a broadcast and jamming studio alongside a kitchen with 13 cooking stations, an increase from just one.
Fitness Programmes and Resident Reactions
Mariam Jaafar also highlighted that the increase in fitness activities at the CC was part of efforts to encourage the Malay/Muslim community there to exercise. These build on existing programmes such as Kelab Kesihatan Woodlands, which hosts activities such as high-energy workout Zumba A-go-go and yoga workout Rhythmic Yoga Flow.
Woodlands resident New Siew Seng, an 82-year-old who lives about five minutes away from the club, expressed enthusiasm for the updated amenities. She noted that it looks a lot bigger now, and there are facilities on every level, adding that she hopes to try more classes in the future alongside her weekly Zumba classes.
Renovation Timeline and Future Outlook
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Woodlands Community Club close for renovations?
The community club closed for renovations in January 2023.
How many cooking stations are now available in the revamped kitchen?
The kitchen now features 13 cooking stations, an increase from just one.
Who attended the July 26 reopening celebration?
More than 2,000 volunteers, residents, donors and community partners attended, alongside Coordinating Minister for Social Policies and Minister for Health Ong Ye Kung and Sembawang GRC MP Mariam Jaafar.
What activities or classes are you most interested in trying at the newly reopened community club?