Joy on the Water: CSC x Rainbow Centre Joy Sail 28 June 2025, 9am–1pm
Changi Sailing Club (CSC) proudly hosted the CSC x Rainbow Centre Joy Sail on Saturday, 28 June 2025—a heartwarming morning of sailing and shared smiles along the scenic East Johor Straits.
In partnership with Rainbow Centre Singapore, the event welcomed 55 beneficiaries, comprising students and caregivers, for a special sailing experience. Rainbow Centre is a social service agency that empowers persons with disabilities to thrive in inclusive communities, supporting children and youth with diverse developmental needs through education, therapy, and community engagement.
Thanks to fair weather—light winds and no rain—the guests enjoyed calm and comfortable conditions out at sea. This event marks the largest turnout since the inception of CSC’s community outreach programme, a testament to the Club’s ongoing commitment to inclusivity and service.
We extend our deepest appreciation to the Changi Sailing Club members who generously volunteered their time and boats to make this experience possible. A heartfelt thank you to the skippers and boats who supported the sail:
Birregurra – Basil
Zig Zag – Andrew
Southern Light – James
Invictus – Justin
Skybird – Edwin
Jock – Claire
JMM – Luke
Notus – Hana
Dharana – Jasmine
Dot Dot Dot – David
Oojoo – Giam and Yean
Soluna – Roy
Phoenix – Fred
The CSC x Rainbow Centre Joy Sail 2025 was more than just a day on the water—it was a celebration of connection, compassion, and community. We look forward to many more sails that bring joy to those who need it most.
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The final day of the Pulau Tioman Series saw the fleet return to the water with cautious optimism, hoping for a break in the light wind conditions that had defined the week. Unfortunately, the breeze remained soft and unpredictable—mirroring the previous day’s frustrations. Despite the Race Committee’s best efforts, only one race could be secured for the keelboat class across the entire series, with two races completed in total for the multihull class, represented solely by Bula.
On this final day, the crews of Shardana, Southern Light, and Sirius Omega joined Bula for one last opportunity to test their mettle. Light winds persisted, but held just long enough to complete a short race—offering a much-needed chance to stretch the sails and secure an official result. Buoyed by the brief window of breeze, the Race Committee ambitiously attempted to start a second race shortly after. Unfortunately, the weather was a reflection of the previous day, and it became clear that the fleet was barely making any headway. The race was ultimately abandoned, bringing the 3rd edition of the CSC @ Tioman Regatta to a quiet close.
Prizes were awarded in the order of finish as there was no change to the positions after handicap corrections. Congratulations Shardana, Southern Light and Sirius Omega for placing 1st, 2nd and 3rd respectively! And we of course cannot forget Bula, for her continued support of the event representing the CSC multihull squadron.
Though the series was marked by light winds and limited racing, the spirit of camaraderie and adventure prevailed—befitting a regatta set against the stunning backdrop of Tioman’s turquoise waters and lush island scenery. We’d like to take this opportunity to acknowledge and warmly welcome all the new entrants to this year’s event: Hiwaga, Naga, Purnama 8, AestheSea, Majabelle, Shardana, and Southern Light. While not all participated in the racing, we’re delighted they joined us for the sail up and the many memorable social activities.
The final evening brought the event to a festive close, beginning with live music by Amanda Tee—one of our beloved regulars from Members’ Night—followed by a sumptuous BBQ dinner buffet, thoughtfully prepared by the Berjaya Tioman Resort’s F&B team. Our heartfelt thanks go out to the Resort and its wonderful service staff for once again hosting us with such warmth and hospitality.
And of course, a big thank you to all the sailors who made the journey to Tioman. We look forward to welcoming even more participants in 2026 for the next edition of the CSC @ Tioman Regatta!
After a well-earned rest day on Monday, four teams returned to the sparkling waters off Berjaya Tioman Resort to continue their sailing adventures in the Pulau Tioman Series. Representing the fleet on Day 1 were Bula, Shardana, Southern Light, and Sirius Omega, all geared up for a scenic passage race around the picturesque Pulau Tulai, also known as Coral Island.
The day began with encouraging conditions—a gentle breeze set in early, allowing the fleet to make steady progress towards the island. Spirits were high as crews enjoyed the stunning coastal views and calm seas. Unfortunately, the wind began to fade shortly after the boats rounded Coral Island, eventually dying out completely and leaving the fleet stalled just south of the island.
Only Bula, a lightweight and agile vessel helmed solo by skipper Mike Flecker, managed to stay ahead of the dying breeze. His perseverance paid off with a commendable finishing time of 3 hours and 2 minutes—just in time for a well-earned lunch ashore.
With the remaining three boats becalmed and no signs of wind returning, the Race Committee made the tough call to abandon the race for the keelboats. While it was a frustrating outcome for the rest of the fleet, hopes remain high for stronger conditions on the final day, and possibly another shot at completing the beautiful course around Pulau Tulai.
Pulau Tioman, located off the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia, is a tropical paradise renowned for its crystal-clear waters, lush rainforests, and vibrant marine life. As a sailing destination, it offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and ideal sailing conditions. Sheltered anchorages, steady trade winds, and calm seas make it an inviting haven for sailors of all levels.
It is then no wonder that our CSC@Tioman Regatta has gained considerable interest from boat owners across Singapore, with this year’s edition comprising of 10 yachts from Raffles Marina, Republic of Singapore Yacht Club, Marina at Keppel Bay and Changi Sailing Club. New entries Naga, Hiwaga, Purnama 8, Majabelle, AestheSea, Southern Light and Shardana join returning yachts Bula, Sirius Omega and Kaatabuggi for a challenging 110nM passage up to Pulau Tioman, followed by a 2 days of casual racing in the waters of Pahang. Today is a rest day for the sailors, with many participants having arranged various activities to enjoy during the break.
The race from CSC to Tioman, held from Saturday the 14th to Sunday the 15th, proved to be a true test of endurance, with only four boats managing to complete the passage within the time limit. Many skippers voiced their frustration over the lack of wind and challenging currents, particularly in the first and final 10 nautical miles of the route. Despite the tough conditions, four determined teams completed the entire journey under sail alone—a truly remarkable accomplishment!
In the Multihull Class, Bula was the sole contender. Skipper Mike Flecker, joined by experienced multihull sailors Tim and Alex, handled the northbound journey with ease, becoming the fastest boat to reach Pulau Tioman. Along the way, Bula caught up with the motoring trio of Hiwaga, Naga, and Purnama 8, arriving just in time to take in a breathtaking sunrise between the iconic Dragon’s Horns.
The trailing yachts followed closely behind the two leading Hanse 460s, while new entrant AestheSea retired after two hours of struggling to make progress near Paya Beach. With the fleet down to three, the Race Committee waited patiently as Sirius Omega, Shardana, and Southern Light inched their way toward the finish line at a painfully slow pace. In a dramatic finale after more than 29 hours of sailing, Shardana and Sirius Omega crossed the line almost simultaneously, just minutes before the gate closed. The Dufour 34 clinched line honours and victory on handicap, with last year’s champion securing 1st runner-up mere seconds later. Southern Light completed the podium in third, but unfortunately missed the cut-off time by 18 minutes and was ineligible for handicap correction.
A big congratulations to all the winners! After clearing Immigration and Customs, the teams checked in at the beautiful Berjaya Tioman Resort, located southwest of Tekek town. Just a five-minute drive from supermarkets, restaurants, and duty-free outlets, the resort offers convenient access to essential amenities. We now look forward to 2 days of fun racing followed by a lively evening on Wednesday, as the resort hosts a beachside BBQ dinner to mark the event’s closing celebration.
Following an intense and action-packed first day of racing, the fleet returned to battle in the remaining races scheduled for the CSC Keelboat One-Design Championships 2025.
A quick recap:
The J24 Class had completed 4 races, with JMM and Jellico setting themselves apart from the fleet (having scored 2 bullets each). Fight for 3rd place is equally competitive, shaping up to be a three-way fight between the RSYC teams.
The Platus had only completed 3 races on Day 1, due to shifty winds and equipment malfunction. Notus leads the fleet by 1 point, followed closely by SMUmad and SMUve.
Day 2:
The start of Day 2 was scheduled for an 1125hr warning signal, but the entire Platu fleet was late to the course – eventually forcing the Race Committee to delay the start by 20 minutes. Winds delivered from the same direction, but the unpredictability of the conditions and strengthening incoming tide led to the cautious decision of starting the day with a pennant 1 course. Notus claimed a clinical first bullet to start the day right, followed by a 2-3 finish for SMUmad and SMUve. Despite strong finishes for the remaining 2 races from SMUmad and SMUve, Notus’s performance of 2 second place finishes in Races 5 and 6 sealed their victory in the 2025 Keelboat One-Design Championships, Platu Class. Congratulations to Darrel and the NTU Sailing Team, a well-deserved win for the students! SMUve and SMUmad had the more exciting results – entering a tie-break situation after 6 races. as both teams had the same number of 1sts, 2nds and 3rds, the tie had to be broken by who did better in the last race. SMUve’s bullet in Race 6 had therefore given Skipper Qian Chen’s team the edge over Luc’s team, taking first-runner up and ending what was one of the most closely-fought Platu campaigns.
With 4 races completed, the J24s were allowed a later start, having to only complete 2 races on Day 2. Armed with passion and skills, the sailors gave it their all and left everything on the course, resulting in a very dramatic afternoon of high-intensity racing. Beyond a botched start involving RSYC Lima, JMM had a good day out, recovering quickly to delve back into a competitive exchange with Jellico and RSYC Lima. Jellico eventually drew first blood – securing a much needed win to close the gap between her and leaders JMM. This left the fight for top spot down to Race 6, where JMM registered one of the better starts of the series, providing a crucial advantage over the competition. A poor start from Jellico left the defending champions playing catch-up, and the pressure of regaining pole position may have resulted in some misjudgments on the course. JMM was quick to consolidate her position, defending against the fleet well to score a bullet and win the overall series as the latest J24 Class champions. RSYC Lima survived a late onslaught by Jellico, placing 2nd and amassing a tally of 16 points, just 1 point ahead of RSYC Empat – enough to award Yimin and team with 3rd overall.
A big thank you to everyone who helped make the CSC Keelboat One-Design Championships 2025 a fantastic event!
We’d like to give a special shoutout to Teo Wee Lee, who chaired the Protest Committee for this Regatta. Thanks also to our participating teams from SMU Sailing, RSYC, and NTU Sailing – it was great having you all on the water. Your energy, teamwork, and sportsmanship made the racing exciting and fun to watch. And of course, a huge thank you to our Race Committee officials for all the behind-the-scenes work – from course-setting to race management – that kept things running smoothly from start to finish.
We’re grateful to everyone who took part, on and off the water. Can’t wait to see you all again next year!
The annual CSC Keelboat One-Design Championships returns in its latest form this weekend – with 11 of the best J24 and Platu teams from across Singapore congregating in the East Johor Straits for a weekend of thrilling windward-leeward races. We welcome back our friends from SMU Sailing Club, NTU Sailing Club as well as Republic of Singapore Yacht Club to compete in our waters, many of whom are already familiar with our sailing grounds. Defending J24 Champions Jellico managed to fix their mast in time for this regatta, much to Skipper Cedric’s relief. She will cross swords with the RSYC contingent, Suzanne’s Jockstars, SMUSC’s Quarterdeck and new entrants Jangan Main Main (JMM) – a star-studded team led by CSC Youth Member, Wonn Kye. In the Platu Class, SMUmad will face the uphill task of defending their title in the absence of their coach, XYZ. She faces strong competition from sister ship SMUve, CSC representatives Boreas (Forever Young-er) and Notus (NTU Sailing).
Day 1 of racing saw plenty of wind shifts on the course, that, coupled with deciphering the tidal situation, and avoiding a consistent flow of inbound and outbound vessels, kept the team tacticians on their toes throughout the afternoon. Despite the challenges, the Race Committee managed to successfully lock in 4 races for the J24s and 3 races for the Platus.
JMM, or “Don’t Play Play” is a common expression in Singlish, a blend of English and other languages spoken in Singapore, that means “don’t mess around” or “be serious”. She’s definitely a serious contender, surprising the usual suspects and leading the J24 fleet at the end of Day 1. Her bullets from Races 1 and 4 together with a consistent podium finish in-between helped place her just 2 points ahead of defending champs, Jellico. With 2 races to go, we can expect both teams to go all out to claim victories on Day 2. The fight for 3rd place is shaping up to be equally competitive, with the three RSYC teams neck and neck on points. RSYC Empat currently has a slight edge, but things may change once the discard comes into play.
While a significantly smaller fleet, the competition is no less intense in the Platu Class, with onlya point separating the top three boats after Day 1. Winning Race 1 and placing 2nd in Races 2 and 3, Notus leads the pack with 5 points, under the skilful helmsmanship of Darrel Lim. SMUve and SMUmad share a bullet each, and will be looking to dethrone Notus with the remaining 3 races today. Poor starts in all three races left Boreas trailing the fleet for most of the afternoon. Struggling to adjust to a different boat, the mostly Forever Young crew led by Skipper Jasper are certainly improving with every race, and we look forward to a rejuvenated team on Day 2!
Good luck to all competitors, and stay tuned for Day 2 results/updates.
