Safra Families For Life AVventura 2016 | Fun Family Race | welovedayout

What a fun race to start 2016. This year the theme for the race was 'Lost'. You must be wondering what do we mean. Well it's easy, the race format is like Amazing Race.

Ultra Kids Category at starting point

For a start, there was a 1.6km and 2.5km run for the different kids category. After the run, the participants had to complete 13 stations. It can either be physical challenges or mental games.

Team bonding at Safra AVventura 2016 Race

Soapy climb up to the top

Family bonding at Safra AVventura 2016 Race

Cargo Net challenge at Safra AVventura Race 2016

The 13 stations were fun and interesting. Ranging from word search, unicycle, charade, mine field, knives on marshmallows, leopard crawl,flying fox, tent building etc.

The area for all these stations were nearby, from Safra Yishun premises to Yishun Park and Yishun Resevior.

We were very impressed by the planning of this year's race. All teams had to start at different allocated first station and the remaining stations were up to their own discretion.

There were no bottlenecks at the stations and even if there was a queue, the participants were given queue number to avoid dispute. So is really up to the participants whether do they want to queue or carry on to the next station.

The children had so much fun every year and this was their 5th year into the race. This year was the 10th Edition of the race and of course the race pack goodies were much better than previous years.

Snacks provided after the race

End of the race the participants were treated to free snacks of pop corn, candy floss and muah chee (glutinous rice cake).

Regular participants of Safra AVventura Race

Families for Life AVventura race is a race that you shouldn't miss. It creates bonding while having fun. These experiences will stay with the child forever.

For more information on races or Safra activities, do have a look here.

Hope to see you at 2017 Safra AVventura Race!

Reebok Singapore Spartan Race 2015 | welovedayout

The day that all Spartans were waiting for had finally arrived. Singapore Spartan Race started from Nicoll Highway, passing through the scenic Marina Bay area and looped back from the floating platform to the main village. 

It consisted of a 6km run with 28 obstacles, which sounded more daunting comparing to any races that was held in Singapore before.

Reebok Spartan Race Singapore 

Thanks to the morning light showers, the weather was perfect for us. 

When we reached the race area we saw a mini obstacle course set up for the Junior Spartan. Boy, were they enthusiastic! The kids sprinted down the course, and blitzed across the obstacles as fast as they could. 

This is definitely something all kids should come and try.

Junior Spartans at Singapore Spartan Race 2015

Junior Spartans conquering obstacles

After the race, some children were seen challenging among themselves and others were resting after the tiring obstacles race.

Junior Spartans post race activities

There was also a complimentary warm up session by Fitness First to help the Spartans to get ready. Looking at their serious faces made me wonder did I do enough training. Hahaha!

Warm up session by Fitness First

At the flag off, all were smiles and cheers anticipating the obstacles yet to come. 

Flag Off at Nicoll Highway 

The first few obstacles were quite easy to clear. Like the barb-wire crawl and low wall. 

Lady Spartan at Singapore Reebok Spartan Race 2015

A low wall jump done in fine Spartan race form

As the obstacles were concentrated at 3 areas, you really max out your energy at each of these areas. 

For me the most challenging obstacles, were the Bucket Brigade and overcoming the 2.4m high wall. The Bucket Brigade definitely drained me out as I had to zig-zag twice over the designated course, and it felt like never ending. I had to stop 4 times to catch my breath. 

The 2.4m high wall was an obstacle that needed teamwork from fellow Spartans. A helpful push is a must, to scale the high wall after conquering other stations of obstacles.

Back to Spartan village, we had to conquer this cargo-net wall which can be a daunting obstacle for those who has a fear of height. 

Spartan Cargo Net Wall

Rope Climb

Slippery slope before the finish line

Jumping over the fire was the finale of the Spartan race. This was indeed the most rewarding jump as the happy participants showed on their glowing faces while crossing the fire together as a team or individual.

Team mates crossing the fire together

Friends crossing the fire together

Spartan at the finishing line

Ending the race in style

There was also a complimentary wash down service after completing the race. 

Wash down service after race

Even Mr Joe De Sena the Spartan CEO was there to give a helping hand.

Mr Joe De Sena enjoying washing down the Spartans

Overall, this was an enjoyable race to be experienced with like minded friends. To rebuild the kampong spirit and relive some good old army SOC (Standard Obstacle Course) days. It was indeed a race to forge awesome friendship bonds.

Singapore Spartans

We are very thankful for this wonderful experience, and we'll definitely train smarter for next year's Reebok Spartan Race!

Finisher Tshirt and medal

Till the next fun day out with welovedayout, AROO! AROO! AROO!

F1 Pit Lane Walk Experience 2015 | Singapore Airlines | welovedayout

With the Formula 1 season just ended last week in Singapore, we managed to win 4 tickets to the Singapore Formula 1 Thursday Pit Lane Experience. Please pardon the pictures turnout as I brought the wrong camera out that day. So blur of me!

F1 Pit Lane Experience in Singapore

Held on 18th September 2015, a day before F1 race officially starts. This area is accessible to only Zone 1 and Paddock Club ticket holders, was open for balloting via the online lucky draw on Rev Up Singapore to members of public.

Gate opens at 7.30pm and by 7.00pm there was already a queue forming. We managed to arrive early, but it really doesn't matter because this is a free and easy event till 9.00pm where the pit lane experience starts.

It was a smooth entry at the gate. We were each given a bottle of water, a F1 fan and a wristband. There were many performances at the carnival. 

Dajiow in action

The children were enjoying themselves at the Village Stage, where Boys in the Band gave a superb performance as well as Dajiow (Michael Jackson's impersonator) showing some slick dance moves, while waiting to assemble for the Pit Lane Experience. 

Dancing Fire Performance at F1 Singapore

Around the F1 village @ Zone 1 there were performances from 'The Dancing Fire', 'Bloco Singapura' and 'Fiesta Tropicale'. Every performances were amazing and entertaining. 

Food and Beverages found at the carnival

Coffee Bandits at F1 carnival 2015

Many visitors were seen at the food and beverages areas catered by the different F & B companies.

F1 Merchandise at Singapore F1 Night Race

Of course not forgetting the F1 merchandise available for purchasing too.

Ferrari Pit at Singapore F1 Race 2015

Sauber car spotted at the pit lane

McLaren Mercedes garage at Singapore F1 Night Race 2015

Pit Wall at Singapore F1 Night Race 2015

Gate 1 closed at 9.00pm and Pit Lane Experience starts at 9.20pm. It was estimated a 45mins walk but of course we took more then that since it was a rare opportunity to be up close to the race teams' garages.

It was amazing watching the crew changing the f1 cars tyres at such precise timing.

Spotted Kimi Raikkonen at Ferrari garage 

We were lucky to spot Kimi Raikkonen at Ferrari pit checking his car before the practice session starts on Friday.

Night view of the F1 set up in Singapore

2015 Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix balloon

It was really a fantastic experience not to be missed since we can't afford to get the 2015 Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix tickets. We truly enjoyed it. Hopefully we can be blessed with some media passes to cover the 2016 Formula 1 race! Till the next welovedayout everyone! 

Reebok Spartan Race | The Best Obstacle Race In The World | Singapore 2015

Reebok Spartan Race has arrived on Singapore shores. The first Spartan Race was held in 2010 at the Catamount Outdoor Center in Williston, Vermontand. It has grown strongly ever since. Spartan Race is a series of obstacle races of varying distance and difficulty ranging from 5 km to marathon distances.

We'll be there racing and covering this event, come join us and be a part of this first ever Reebok Spartan Race Singapore ! 

Registration started on 29th June 2015. Each racer will receive a goodie bag worth $200, including an official Spartan Race quick- dry tank top. On Race Day, all racers will receive the coveted official Spartan Race Finishers tee, race medal, coconut water and a coupon for a free celebratory beer upon crossing the finish line.

Spartan Sprint Race Details

Date: November 15, 2015

Race category: Spartan Sprint

Distance: 6+km and 20+ obstacles. 

Minimum age: For the Spartan Sprint,14 years old or older. Racers under 18 years of age must get their parent or legal guardian to sign an electronic waiver during online Registration.

Obstacles:  All Spartan courses are designed to challenge you physically. We can’t spell out what exactly you will face, what fun would that be. However, we can assure there will be fire, mud, water, barbed wire, and occasionally Hell on Earth. Spartan Race is designed to pull you from your comfort zone and challenge you. Check out some of our more common obstacles here.

Race registration is 89% taken, you don't want to miss out on this epic fun race!

This race has been known to stretch physical and mental boundaries, but when you cross the finish line, the feeling is going to be priceless!

Be inspired by this fellow Spartan racer, Misty Diaz

Come race together with friends and family, the experience and stories will last a lifetime!

There's even a kids event to let the little ones have a unforgettable experience!

The SPARTAN JUNIOR RACE was created to help Junior Spartans foster a life-long commitment to fitness and health. Racers of all athletic abilities are encouraged to connect with their inner warrior as they run, walk, crawl and climb their way through a fun-filled obstacle course that helps them discover just how SPARTAN STRONG they really are!

Spartan Junior Race Details

Race Date: Sunday, 15 November 2015

Ages: Racers from 4 to 13 years old.

Spartan Junior Race Distances:  0.5 km (4 yrs old), 0.5-1km (5-7 years old), 1 km (8-10 years old), 2 km (11-13 years old)

Prizes: To be awarded to the 3 fastest boys and girls from the competitive 10am (11-13 year old) heat. 

Heats: Heats are age specific. Racers MUST meet the minimum age requirement for a heat in order to qualify for that heat. If a child misses the start of their heat, they must wait until the next start time for their age category. Please be sure to have your child to the start line at least 10 minutes before their scheduled start to avoid disappointment.

We've been privilege to be invited to this exciting sporting event, and will give an in-depth post race review in our blog after the race. Stay tune, you wouldn't want to miss it!

Singapore Energizer Night Trail 2015 | Family Fun Running Day | welovedayout

 The fun family Energizer Singapore Night Race is back with a blast this year. 

Singapore Energizer Night Trail 2015

This year the children signed up for the super-duper fun 3km parent and child obstacle course. And they enjoyed themselves thorougly.

The event was held in a forested area at Lorong Asrama (along Mandai Road). The down side of doing the run at this area was, there was no proper parking at the event and worse was that the LTA (Land Transport Authority) came and booked the parked cars along the road side. Hopefully next year the organiser can arrange with regards to the parking situation.

This year was the 4th year that we had joined this event and we must say the orgainser puts in great effort making the run possible.

Banana Boat sponsoring at the Energizer Night Race 2015

As we entered the race area at 3pm, we were called to put sunblock in case we get sun burn. Tell me which run's oragniser actually think of supplying sunblock in a race? Kudos to the great minds thinking for the runners especially the children.

Games station at the carnival 

Fun carnival games for the family at the Singapore Energizer Night Trail

Car racing game for the children

This year the kids had various fun games stations which was different from last year which we had wrote about the event here. The children had so much fun with the games that they almost forgot the flag off time at 4pm for the 3km obstacle race.

Free snacks for the runners at the race

Not forgetting the free snacks that was catered for the runners too. There were bananas, apples, ice cream and isotonic drink sponsored by Aquarius. 

Stalls selling fruits and food at the race

There were stalls selling fruits in a cup, salads and sandwiches too in case anyone was hungry as the night run for other categories will only start in the evening.

Family runners getting ready for the race

As the runners were ushered to the flag off area about 3.30pm, we noticed some changes to the flow at the starting point. The organisers only allowed the runners to enter the waiting area and it was a distance from where the supportive spectators stood. 

We do hear complains that they can't see anything from where they stood, and they were quite disappointed with that. But if we looked from another angle, it could be that the organiser was concerned for the safety of the runners as well as the supporters. It could be due to the overwhelming response of this event that the orgainser is tweaking the situation.

Runners getting ready for the race

Nevertheless the runners were all ready for the flag off. There were 8 fun family obstacles course in this race. They were tyres, hurdles, spider web, low crawl, the swamp, jungle descent, giant slide and high crawl. The children were very excited.

Tresure hunt prizes

After the race, came play time and snacking time again hahhahaha. As usual there was treasure hunt for the kids to collect tokens in exchange for some prizes.

Children having fun at the race and enjoying free snacks

It was such a fun family event to attend again and as we left for dinner, some of our friends were already planning for the 2016 race. It was heartwarming to see our children and their friends enjoying so much together in the race.

If you and your family have not join the Energizer Singapore Night Race yet, do consider for next year. There are other categories like 6km, 12km and the 18k night trail for the adults. The parents and child obstacles course will be 1.5km and 3km race.

Finisher runners at the Energizer Night Trail 2015

Hope to see you at the race next year!