Paintball
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| Group photo before the first game! |
Before the start of the game, we were given a safety briefing on how to handle the "gun" called "markers", especially when we are in the shooting area. We were reminded repeatedly not to point the markers at anyone even when the barrel sock is on. We were brought into the shooting area to familiarize ourselves and plan out our strategies.
Each of us had to wear a safety set comprising of a face mask, neck guard and safety vest. No one is supposed to enter the shooting area without the safety set. As we geared ourselves up for the games, we were taught to check for each other to ensure that we are well-protected before the game. This also taught us to take care of each other no matter which team we are from.
We were given a chance to test shoot each time we start a new game. This is to ensure that our markers are working well. After each game ends, we learn something new that we could use to improvise in our next game. We must always be prepared for changes, be able to make decisions on the spot and adapt to the situations well. We also learnt to look out for each other during the game and stand by the motto "One for All, All for One." We learnt not to blame each other for any decisions made by our group members.
Communication played a big part in this activity. We may have a good, solid plan, but if something were to go wrong on the ground, the plan would be meaningless.
Team Building Games
Gordon Goh (2N3 / Infocomm)
I've learnt that I cannot just depend on my teammates, I have to step up and take the lead. Teammates are important, just like the game "human chair" if one person falls, everyone would fall. Hence instead of blaming each other, we should encourage them and stand up together.
Kimi Low (2E/ Netball)
I had learnt how to implement strategies and apply teamwork in the activities we did. I also gained confidence in being alone during the night walk and also motivated my peers in completing the activities. I also learnt not to fear or judge too easily or quickly under any circumstances and that different people have different ways of solving a problems as everyone may have different perspectives. We also implemented school values such as integrity when playing indoor games and during the camp.
Night Walk
Night walk is also known as confidence walk for us. Through this activity, we learnt that we need not be fearful of the unknown and learn how to overcome our fears. Metaphorically, we as leaders have to walk alone when facing with challenges.
Reflections
Yip Jia Jie (2B / NPCC)
I've learnt that everyone has a phobia of something thus we should help each other to overcome it. We must work together in order to excel in any activities because a strong team is made up of individual talents who works together.
Given a chance, I would like to try the night walk again because I should be more positive towards this activity, and help to share my positive vibes to the rest of my peers.
Applying what I have learnt for the day to my life, teamwork and communication is essential for us to move towards a common goal.
Athirah (2D / Netball)
Having an open mind and thinking out of the box allow us to have a good strategy when doing an activity. This is especially when we were playing "key punch" where we had to touch all the numbered spots as fast as we can within a specific time.
Lim Wei Xi (2D / NPCC)
I learnt to believe in teammates and cooperate well with them. We even came up with a plan to 'destroy' our opponents in paintball and reminded each other to pay attention. I've also learnt that I must improve myself to seek help from teachers and friends, and to accept ideas from my peers and make it better.
Belinda Tan (2B / Band)
I had difficulties gathering everyone for an activity as I was the IC for the day. At first they were not listening but I learnt that I must get everyone's attention before giving instructions as it is more efficient this way.
I think one of my strengths is that I am able to open up to my peers and help them with their difficulties. I've learnt not to use my strength for the wrong things or take advantage of it
Madhumita (2N1/ ELDDS)
I had learnt to be confident and not to give up in the activities we did today. I believed that we must work as a team and encourage each other and to be united as one. I have slowly adjusted to this place and got to know the other camp mates through the various activities. Through today's activities, I learnt to think out of the box and be confident when participating in the activities.
