Group
photo
at
the
press
conference.
Joining
on
stage
includes
Denise
Au-Yeung,
Chief
Strategy
Officer
of
CTF
Life
(third
from
the
left);
Director
(Strategic
Planning)
of
Kai
Tak
Sports
Park
(KTSP),
King-shing
Tang
(third
from
the
right);
Chairman
of
the
Hong
Kong
Fencing
Association,
Wing
Sun
Yeung
(first
from
the
left);
Head
Coach
of
the
Programme,
Antonio
Lam
(first
from
the
right);
Celebrities
Panther
Chan
(second
from
the
right)
and
Mike
Tsang
(second
from
the
left).
Among
the
distinguished
guests
at
the
Kick-Off
Ceremony
to
witness
this
significant
moment
were
Chief
Strategy
Officer
of
CTF
Life,
Denise
Au-Yeung;
Director
(Strategic
Planning)
of
Kai
Tak
Sports
Park
(KTSP),
King-shing
Tang;
Chairman
of
the
Hong
Kong
Fencing
Association,
Wing
Sun
Yeung
and
Head
Coach
of
the
Programme,
Antonio
Lam.
The
event
also
invited
Hong
Kong
fencing
athletes,
Moriah
Man
Ngai
See
(Sabre);
Yeung
Chi
Ka
(Foil)
and
Clarence
Lai
Ka
Tsun
(Epee)
to
demonstrate
the
basic
techniques
of
the
three
disciplines
and
give
guidance
to
the
young
apprentices
on
stage.
Celebrities
Panther
Chan
and
Mike
Tsang
also
performed
songs
to
cheer
for
the
young
fencers
and
experienced
fencing
under
the
guidance
of
Antonio
Lam.
CTF Life‧CIRCLE Members join the Programme for the first time and enjoy unique experiences
Man Kit Ip, Executive Director and CEO of CTF Life, said, “Title-sponsoring the ‘Fencing Plus’ Training Programme by KTSI for the first time demonstrates our commitment to local sports development and offers opportunities for the next generation of athletes to shine on the international stage, creating value beyond sportsmanship. Furthermore, this edition marks the inaugural participation of CTF Life‧CIRCLE members, reflecting our dedication to delivering unique and high-quality diverse experiences for our customers.”
Director (Strategic Planning) of Kai Tak Sports Park, King-shing Tang, expressed appreciation to the title sponsorship of CTF Life during his speech, “KTSI is dedicated to advance sports for all for the Hong Kong community through sports and fitness related activities open to participants of all skill levels and ages. ‘Fencing Plus’ Training Programme is our major initiative, and we extend our special gratitude to CTF Life for their title sponsorship, supporting young athletes to undergo high-quality training and take part in competitions, cultivating a new generation of fencing athletes.”
Over 1,000 applicants aspire to become future fencers
The Programme received an enthusiastic response with over a thousand applications, including eligible children from underprivileged families whose participation was fully supported by CTF Life. The first stage of selection was held on the same day as the Kick-Off Ceremony, where about 800 successfully registered students participated in an interactive full-day test assessing their physical fitness abilities, including speed, agility and reflexes. Led by Head Coach, Antonio Lam, former Olympic Games representative of the Hong Kong Fencing Team and the Top Sabre Fencer in Hong Kong, he will guide a team of professional coaches to help apprentices build a solid foundation from the basic to the advanced levels through tailored instructions.
CTF Life will also arrange a series of sports-related workshops, spanning nutrition, physiotherapy, sports journalism and commentary, to help young talent unleash their potential and achieve all-round development.
As the exclusive Founding Insurance Partner of KTSP, the largest integrated sports and
entertainment landmark in Hong Kong, CTF Life will continue to be in support of KTSP’s pursuit in bringing international events to Hong Kong, reinforcing the city’s position as the “Events Capital of Asia”. CTF Life * CIRCLE members will have the opportunity to gain priority access to international sports and entertainment events, as well as community service initiatives organised or sponsored by the Company, and enjoy a wealth of unique experiences.
Details about the “Fencing Plus” Training Programme
|
Stage
One:
4
May,
2025 |
Selection
Day: Select
potential
participants
from
nearly
800
children
aged
6-10
for
basic
training |
|
Stage
Two:
July-August
2025 |
Basic
Training: Comprehensive
and
structured
basic
fencing
training,
including
postures
and
movements,
physical
fitness
training,
and
education
on
fencing
rules
and
etiquette |
|
Stage
Three:
October-November
2025 |
Advanced
Training: Intensive
and
in-depth
technical
curriculum
for
participants
who
excel
in
the
Basic
Training
to
enhance
their
skills |
|
Stage
Four: 27-28
December
2025
(Tentative) |
CTF
Life
“Fencing
Plus”
Cup
and
Celebration: Put
learning
into
practice
during
the
competition
and
further
experience
the
joy
and
challenges
of
competitive
sports |
| Stage Five |
Elite
Training |
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