The Sports Hub library has all the usual trappings one would expect. It has a vast collection of sports- and health-related books, audiovisuals and electronic materials, ranging from resources for athletes and biographies of famous sportspersons to information about the business side of sports. There are also Internet and video viewing stations, meeting rooms and a Kids Zone which hosts storytelling sessions for children.
But wait, there’s more! In support of Singapore’s Vision 2030, “Live Better Through Sports”, the two-storey Library is a one-stop centre for the community at large as well as sports professionals. It aims to encourage people to embrace sports — not just by reading books or watching videos, but by playing interactive games such as giant chess, Xbox virtual sports and table football. Events such as talks, workshops, contests and meet-and-greet sessions with athletes, are also organised year-round.
Singaporeans and PRs can obtain free membership to avail themselves of the Library’s services, including these events in June and July:
TABLE FOOTBALL SHOOT OUT CHALLENGE
When: 8 July 2018,
10am – 11am | 1pm – 2pm | 3pm – 4pm
Expect finger-flicking fun at this all-ages event, with trainers from the Table Football Association of Singapore (TFAS) on hand to guide you.
HEARTFULNESS RELAXATION AND MEDITATION WORKSHOP
When: Every Saturday, 11.30am – 12.30pm
Organised by the Sahaj Marg Spirituality Foundation, participants will learn simple relaxation and meditation techniques for better physical, mental and emotional well-being.
KPOPX DANCE WORKOUT
When: Weekends, 3pm – 5pm
This dance fitness class combines simplified K-pop dance moves with aerobics and body-toning exercises, resulting in a fun and effective way to burn calories.
Address: 4 Stadium Walk (adjacent to Stadium MRT Station) Tel: 6653 9652 Opening Hours: 10am – 8pm on weekdays, 10am – 9pm on weekends and public holidays
(including eve of public holidays) For more info: Visit http://library.sportshub.com.sg or write to [email protected].
Fingers Ready!
Founded in 2009, TFAS seeks to revive the sport of table football. The Library hosts TFAS activities such as National League games and Flick Sessions for the public, as well as the annual National Championships. “Table football promotes interaction, and the competition structure helps develop concentration and an active mind,” says TFAS President Tan Kok Wee. “All you need is a working index finger!”
