Skills Training, 10 May 2024

 Hi Guides!

Today was the last 集合 of the term and of the Year 4s' leadership journey as Guides, but the Year 3s were unfortunately absent as they were preparing for their upcoming PLTC. During this 集合, the Year 1s and Year 2s completed lash training for both gadgeting and pioneering, and also tried out Fireman's Ladder (FML) and 绳桥, which were built by the Year 4s. 

Reflection from a Year 1 in P1:

During 集合 on Friday, activities were split by batch. During the collection of logistics for Year 1s, there was some confusion as to what logistics we were meant to collect, and we ended up 过时-ing. This could have been prevented with better coordination during the memorisation of logistics needed. Afterward, we did lash training, during which we found out that we had forgotten a few items and had to retrieve them halfway through, using up extra time. Hence, we also 过时-ed during lash training and did not hit the intended time. However, from that experience, we learnt how to tie different types of lashes as well as the importance of time management and good organisation skills. After that, we climbed the 绳桥 and Fireman’s Ladder (FML) that the Year 4s had built. That was the highlight of the session as there were many cheers and lots of laughter during that time — we even found out two of our seniors’ phone passwords. All in all, this 集合 taught us to 报时 more, as well as how to climb the 绳桥 and FML which was a fun and enriching experience.

Reflection from a Year 1 in P2:

During the 绳桥 and Fireman's Ladder (FML) 集合, I managed to bond with people from other patrols and get to know them better. It also helped me to have a sense of urgency when doing the lashes. We learnt about new lashes and how to make lashes tighter. Although we 过时-ed and did not ask for a time extension, this experience taught us that we should always work with a sense of urgency. The most memorable experience was when we were climbing the 绳桥. All the guides encouraged each other to persevere when doing the 绳桥 and also helped each other. Another activity that I enjoyed was the FML. Although I was too scared to climb it and did not want to do so, I enjoyed holding the ladder while the other people climbed the FML. One important thing that I learnt while holding the FML was to be observant and look out for other people‘s legs. Overall, it was a memorable and fulfilling experience.

Reflection from a Year 2 in P2:

On 10 May, we did Fireman's Ladder (FML) and 绳桥. The Year 2s were told to collect our 木 from a pile at GSL and move them to the road. We thought it would be easy but it was not because the connecting part was blocked off for the Rangers and Ventures to paint our new 木 and so we had to go the long way. We also had to take the helmets. This caused us to waste a lot of time. In the end, we did not get all of our logistics in time because our batch was not really close and not all of us wanted to speak up to tell us the logistics they remembered. Also, half the batch was on the other side of GSL so it was also hard to communicate. In the end, we forgot our bottles and had to go back and get them. Then, we did lash training. Most of our lashes were tight and done within 4 minutes, which was the given timing, but some still needed extra practice so we ended up re-doing our lashes a lot of times. But it was all good because during that time, our Year 4s finished building our FML and 绳桥 and when we were done with lash training, we could go straight to climbing and flipping. It was very fun and in the end, Gwendolyn managed to do her very first FML flip.

Reflection from a Year 2 in P4:

During the last 集合 with the Year 4s, we were able to enjoy 绳桥 and Fire Man Ladder (FML). However, before we could have fun, we had to go through lash training. Everyone had to tie a tight lash within the time limit and we would do it over and over again until all our lashes were tight. It was especially challenging due to the hot weather and we were all extremely drained from the Year 4s constantly pushing us. However, some of us were unable to tie tight lashes despite putting in all our strength and pulling as hard as possible. I was glad that we all pushed through and never gave up. After the tough lash training, we were finally able to participate in the fun activities. We all enjoyed the activity as it was a great opportunity for us to have fun together and appreciate our last moments together with our lovely Year 4s.

Hope that everyone has learnt a lot from this last 集合 with the Year 4s, and that also enjoyed their time with their batchmates, juniors and seniors!

Published by:

Chin Yan Tong

55届 Secretary