SAFRA National Service Association is an organisation that was formed as a social and recreational club for National Servicemen from the
Singapore Armed Forces
The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) are the military services of the Republic of Singapore, responsible for protecting and defending the security interests and the sovereignty of the country. A military component of the Ministry of Defence (MIND ...
. It was originally formed in 1972 as the "Singapore Armed Forces Reservist Association".
History
SAFRA was started on 2 July 1972 and was launched by, then Defence Minister of Singapore,
Dr Goh Keng Swee.
From 1996 to 2012 (Sunday 17 June, Fathers Day) SAFRA and Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) co-organized the ''National Runway Cycling & Skating'' at
Paya Lebar Air Base
The Paya Lebar Air Base is a military airbase of the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) located at Airport Road in Paya Lebar, in the eastern region of Singapore. The airbase goes by the motto of ''Strength Through Readiness''.
It was ...
with 6,000–8,000 participants. ("Skating" was included in the events name from 2008 on, when skaters grew more.)
Mission
The SAFRA Mission
"To be a dynamic institution effective in bonding NSmen through a network of quality lifestyle clubs, services and activities. We shall be reputed for our good value and innovation."
This was to reward servicemen for their service to the nation with some relaxation from their hectic lives.
Locations
There are currently 7 SAFRA clubhouses located across the island:
Gallery
File:Mt.Faber-Safra.jpg, Exterior ( facade) of SAFRA Mt Faber Clubhouse
See also
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Recreation
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Work-life balance
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Entertainment
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R&R (military)
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References
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1972 establishments in Singapore
Military of Singapore