Weave Cup 2018

Date: August 2018 (Every Friday)

For the month of August, the clients trained for our special Weave Cup 2018. Their coach was yours truly. But of course, I couldn’t have don’t it alone if not for the volunteers who added an extra enthusiasm and energy on both first and last week. During our first session, our volunteer, Sharif and I taught the clients how to dribble, pass and shoot the ball. As this was the first attempt by the clients in playing soccer, it was inspiring to see everyone showing unwavering effort in wanting to learn to control the ball despite their individual struggles. 

Our volunteer, Sharif (in red), sharing a moment with the clients

In the subsequent weeks, I assisted in polishing their ball handling skills, worked on their agility and instilled the idea of communication within the team. As soccer is a team-centered game, it is vital for communication to be carried out between the team. Communication skills are valuable assets not just in the key to winning the game but also, important in real-life itself. Hence, I incorporated some games which promoted bonding among the clients. At the end of the day, everyone become more vocal in asking for their teammates to pass them the ball and there were also, involvement of strategy or game plan.

On our final session, we had our regular collaborator, Hafiz Azhar, join us. While we were hoping for a good finale, 6-a-side, the weather was not on our side. Due to the heavy rain, we improvised our game, but regardless rain or shine, our day was filled with fun and laughter. 

Throughout the experience of teaching the clients, I understood the importance of having good communication skills. I ensured this idea was reinforced during the training. I hope that besides improving their footwork, and having fun, the clients brought back home the knowledge of having good communication skills.  

Here's a selfie with all the amazing souls

Do join us for our upcoming events. Connect WEAVE us! We can always do more when we are TOGETHER.

Written by: Harie Hadi

Edited by: Hayyu Nariah

#ConnectWeaveUs Session 1

Date: August 2018 (Last Sunday) - #ConnectWeaveUs Session 1

Could you guess what court this is? Yes, it is a beach volley court! Our first ever #ConnectWeaveUs event is a sports-based beach volley game session. #ConnectWeaveUs is our monthly bonding session which enables Project Weave to connect with YOU. A common platform to bask in the sun and positive vibes- what could be better?? It will be held every last Sunday of the month and you can be sure each activity will be filled with fun and energy!

For the month of August, we conducted a beach volley session, a sport most of us are familiar with. We  hoped it would prove to be an exciting experience to try out a new sport! We started the day with simple passing drills before showcasing our competitiveness through matches. Even though the sun was blazing down on us, it did not deter our spirit and each one of the participants did their utmost to win the matches with their fellow teammates! It was such an enjoyable and fulfilling Sunday morning to be able to learn a new sport and to also spend it with fellow Weavers. We hope to see you in the next #ConnectWeaveUs!

Project Weave would like to extend our sincerest thanks and appreciation to all those who came down for our beach volley session.

Written by: Farahin

Edited by: Hayyu Nariah

As Graceful as ever

Date: May - July 2018 (Every Friday) - Malay Dance

As the Hari Raya celebration drew nearer, participants of Club HEAL tapped onto their inner Som Said (a legendary individual in the history of Malay Dance). Guided by our talented volunteers, Tiara, Insyirah and Amirah, the choreography process was one of simplicity yet dynamic. We were all challenged to master our dance movements, portraying it with subtlety and confidence on stage in front of distinguished guests like MP Mdm Rahayu Mahzam and Club HEAL’s board of directors. A great event indeed! 

While our volunteers only stepped in weekly for practice sessions, the participants conducted extra dance sessions of their own facilitated by the Programme Executive (P.E). With every practice, they tried their best to perfect every gerak, langkah, and lentik, on top of working hand-in-hand to achieve synchronicity. This involved banking on their teamwork and seeing eye-to-eye to help each other remember dance moves which are harder to remember. For instance, terming the steps as “balik rumah” (return home) and simply “kiri, kanan, kiri” (left, right, left).

The participants certainly picked it up faster than our committee members! Haha!

Such dedication and tenacity definitely paid off as we not only offered a lovely performance, but also enjoyed ourselves very much. Great memories were created, and we definitely looking forward to the next Raya!

Written by: Nabiilah

Edited by: Hayyu Nariah