NYP Aikido brings together like-minded students from across different schools and diplomas who share a passion for the art of Aikido. The club explores and teaches a range of self-defence techniques, welcoming members from beginners to advanced practitioners. Training includes the use of traditional weapons such as the Ken (wooden sword) and Jo (wooden staff), with members progressing through various grading levels. Through disciplined and rigorous practice, students cultivate self-confidence, mental resilience, and strong character – qualities that prepare them to face future challenges with strength and composure.

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The NYP Ambassadorial Team (A Team) was established in August 1995 to be front-line student representatives for Nanyang Polytechnic at campus-wide and national events.

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NYP Athletics focuses on the various disciplines involved in athletics, which include running, jumping and throwing. Within these three categories, the club brings together members who are passionate about the sport into one family. Apart from training within their chosen category, members also compete in competitions regularly, including the POL-ITE and IVP Games. Through training, teaching, and our various events and projects, club members are nurtured into becoming well-rounded graduates, capable of facing future challenges.

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NYP Badminton unites passionate players from various schools, creating a vibrant community centred around the sport. Through structured training sessions and a competitive yet supportive environment, members enhance their skills, build resilience, and develop strong teamwork. Whether playing singles or doubles, they are encouraged to challenge themselves, grow in character, and cultivate a spirit of sportsmanship and collaboration.

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Board Game Club is a club created by students, for students. We strive to foster new bonds and strengthen existing bonds between students through the various board games.

Participate and contribute to club activities in various roles – such as Game Masters, who are in charge of learning and teaching board games; Dungeon Masters who host Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) tables; and Game Crafters who turn their board game dreams into reality. Join us if you're up for a game!

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NYP Bowling started with the aim of guiding and training members who are keen in bowling. The team trains at HomeTeamNS (Khatib) weekly. Selected members will represent NYP in the annual POL-ITE and IVP Games.

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NYP Canoe Sprint is a platform for passionate learners to share their passion for canoeing and a chance to represent NYP in competitions. Since its inception, the team has grown significantly and participated in numerous events and competitions such as the annual POL-ITE Games.

Members go through both land and water training sessions to improve general fitness and canoeing techniques for all members. These sessions also provide a platform for members to bond as a team, as well as broaden their social circle.

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At club meetings, students learn more about Christ, the Catholic faith and its various teachings. Members meet to pray together and explore/expand their spiritual knowledge. Though part of the Catholic Society, the club welcomes all who are interested in learning about the faith, regardless of religion, race and background. 

Throughout the semesters, the club holds various camps and activities, and also collaborates with other polytechnics on larger retreats and sharing activities.

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In collaboration with the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF), the NYP CD Lionhearters Club was established in July 2013 with the mission of promoting awareness of Emergency Preparedness, Civil Defence skills, and Fire Safety within Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP).

Club members are trained by the SCDF in essential lifesaving skills, including First Aid, CPR, and AED usage, as well as fire safety practices such as the proper handling of fire extinguishers. The club also supports campus events by providing first aid services and actively partners with various SCDF divisions across Singapore to organise national-level initiatives.

These include community and grassroots events such as Emergency Preparedness Day, where members assist the SCDF in educating residents on emergency response techniques and lifesaving skills.

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The NYP Chinese Cultural Group (CCG) provides members a platform to enrich their interests in the Chinese culture! Consisting of four sub-groups - Chinese Dance, Vocals, Drama, and Calligraphy, there is something for everyone! Chinese Cultural Group also organises events and workshops and is actively involved in showcasing their talents and skills in various NYP-wide events such as the NYP Open House, National Day Celebrations, and Spectrum: NYP Arts Festival.

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The Nanyang Polytechnic Chinese Orchestra (NYPCO) boasts over 100 members, both full-time students as well as alumni members who return regularly to practice and perform. The orchestra presents a vast selection of repertoire: from unique and modern spins on traditional Chinese music to new interpretations of Western classical, mandopop, and even Korean pop. 

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As a member of The Communicators, you will be the faces of NYP. You’ll reach out to secondary school students, guide them through course options, and shed light on poly life.

Other than being a part of NYP’s student marketing arm, you’ll also have first-hand knowledge on what it’s like to manage NYP’s social media channels and online platforms. Members will also get the chance to learn essential skills like public speaking, project management and collaboration from communication experts – all of which are necessary for poly and life. 

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The NYP Community Service Club (CSC) ignites passion and responsibility in our students, and brings joy to those in need through meaningful community engagement and befriending programmes. We encourage our members to gain a sense of purpose by initiating and volunteering for activities that reach out to a wide range of beneficiaries such as senior citizens, children, families and the disabled. Through these enabling and empowering experiences that our caring student leaders curate, the club believes that our members can each do their part to change the world for the better, by taking the first step. We organise workshops, trainings, and ideation sessions to help NYP volunteers do good better!

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Crew Studio is NYP’s very own jamming student club where members get the opportunity to perform in live bands. Sing and play instruments such as drums, guitars, bass guitars, keyboards and synthesisers with like-minded individuals! Each year, Crew Studio participates in numerous school events, collaborates with other CCAs, and even organises its mini acoustic concerts. They even presented their very first live concert in January 2024.

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NYP Cru is a caring community that is passionate about connecting people to Jesus Christ. Anyone is welcome to join and learn about Jesus, and what it means to have a personal relationship with Him. We seek to build each other up in the body of Christ: to love God, to love others, and to reach out to those around us.

As a club, we meet on a weekly basis to pray, study God’s word, learn new things and have fun! We also meet in smaller discipleship groups where we can support one another and study the word of God together. Periodically, camps and training are organised to develop leaders and build character. We seek to influence culture and shape tomorrow by reaching boldly, building deeply, and sending urgently. 

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This compact and dynamic group of dedicated NYP Debaters, across all disciplines at NYP, are committed to the art of debating and keeping up with current affairs.

Members display intellectual resolve, integrity, resourcefulness and tenacity as they participate in competitions at the Inter-Polytechnic, national and regional tertiary levels. Meeting regularly for sparring sessions and intensive discussions on current affairs, members enhance their critical analysis and oratorical skills. 

Being a debater builds confidence in you. Form lasting friendships – from endless yet engaging arguments, dialogues and discourse.

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Danz Inc. is a jazz dance club that performs various styles of jazz dance, such as Lyrical and Street. Dancers undergo training in jazz techniques such as pirouettes and kicks to build a strong foundation. Known for their high energy and creative performances, dancers are encouraged to express their creativity to capture the audience's attention. Students with no dance background are welcome! Grow with Danz Inc. to become confident performers, with multiple platforms to showcase club talents such as the NYP's Spectrum Arts Festival, Open House and Student Life Carnival.

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NYP Entrepreneurship Club aims to ignite the entrepreneurship flame in our students. Club members are given opportunities to start their businesses as well as participate in activities such as workshops, networking sessions and bazaars. The club also provides opportunities for members to participate in competitions to showcase their entrepreneurial skills.

In addition, the members organise team bonding and sharing sessions to foster friendships and create a close-knit group amongst members, despite them coming from different diploma programmes. Members will grow in their awareness of their entrepreneurship skills as well as their strengths and weaknesses.

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NYP Floorball is a close-knit CCA that aims to foster strong bonds and a competitive spirit amongst members. A fast-paced indoor sport, floorball is skills-oriented, and the adrenaline it provides makes it an exciting sport for all. NYP Floorball participates in the annual POL-ITE Games.

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Foreign Bodies is a street dance club founded in 1994 by a group of students with a strong passion for dance. As of 2024, the club has had 23 generations of dancers and over 800 members. The versatile dancers can express their passion through a wide range of genres such as Hip Hop, Popping, Locking, Waacking, Dancehall, Breaking, House, Street Jazz, including sub-genres such as Tutting, Girls Style, Swag and many more — both in freestyle and choreographed sets. Foreign Bodies is an independent, self-taught club with a huge and strong alumni base, actively performing for both NYP's and external events. These include NYP Spectrum Arts Festival and Open House. Its biennial production is a hugely successful showcase that both students and the public look forward to.

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NYP Hockey welcomes players of all levels to join. The team aims to develop a competitive spirit and foster bonds amongst members. The team trains on a regular basis to improve their skills through the guidance of their peers and coaches. NYP Hockey participates in the annual POL-ITE Games.

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The Indian Cultural Group (ICG) is an energetic and passionate group that aims to inspire Indian culture and traditions through vibrant dancing, melodious singing, and captivating acting. With the mission of learning and growing together, members of ICG showcase their talents through these various art subgroups as a team with much dedication. Through these, the group promotes Indian arts and culture within the campus and beyond, through various performance opportunities. In addition to developing dancing, acting, and singing skills, members will hone leadership qualities through performance activities and productions that the team organises.

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The NYP K-Wave Club is dedicated to letting students experience the different aspects of the current Korean wave phenomena through organising different activities with the various sections of the club, namely K-Vox and K-Dance. Members will get a chance to perform at campus-wide and external events, to showcase their talents in singing and dancing to K-pop hits. The club is also culturally rooted in monthly games and culture sessions, which comprise activities inspired by Korean traditions, designed to bond members closer together.

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The NYP Leo Club is a member of Lions Club International. More than 160,000 young people from 140 countries are members of Leo Clubs worldwide. LEO stands for Leadership, Experience and Opportunity, and the club contributes to society by promoting service activities among the youths in the respective communities. It also unites its members through friendship, fellowship and mutual understanding through service. 

LEOs have conducted various fund-raising and community service projects to help the needy in Singapore. NYP LEOs have collected spectacles, books, food rations and t-shirts for the needy, and organised regular ‘Hot Meals’ events. They also participate at the Annual District Leo Forum which brings together LEOs in the region for fellowship and networking.

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The Library Champion serves as a collaborative platform empowering students to organise activities and co-create learning experiences to improve their competencies in 21st Century Skills, and promote lifelong learning.

Members are given opportunities to network with their peers, hone their leadership skills and cultivate their talents and passion beyond academic fields. Co-create experiences to empower the learning community, and organise fun, motivational and memorable activities throughout the year at the Library. 

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Music evokes emotions and creates moods and ambience. The Live Audio Club combines music and audio equipment to create atmospheres that get everyone into the mood to enjoy the events. Since its establishment, the club has provided audio support for numerous schools and CCA events. The members are equipped with the expertise to set up and execute audio support for both indoor and outdoor events. This club is for music lovers where disc jockeys (DJs) are groomed and trained. Currently, there are about 50 active members. They are given extensive training and practice to learn the skills and knowledge in handling and using the audio equipment, such as mixers and speakers.

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The Makers Innovators Tribe brings students who love to tinker with ideas and make things together at MakerSpaceNYP, so that like-minded individuals can explore common interests and self-initiate projects. Through the club, students will also develop their leadership, creativity, social skills, 21st century skills and enterprising qualities via the avenues they love.

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The NYP Make-Up Artistry Club consists of a dynamic bunch passionate about make-up and all things related to beauty. With a focus on unleashing the beauty within and bringing members' creative visions to life through stunning looks, the club serves as a playground for boundless creativity, in turn elevating the art of make-up. Members constantly explore fresh looks and techniques to improve their skills and amplify the visual impact of campus performances. This includes hosting a competition in Spectrum: NYP Arts Festival 2023, providing behind-the-scenes assistance for NYP Open House, and participating in the numerous performances organised throughout the year at NYP as Make-Up Artists.

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Open to all youths aged 16 to 18 years, the NYP Primers Programme focuses on the dual themes of service and leadership. Under the umbrella of The Boys' Brigade, NYP Primers volunteer as motivators at the National Day Parade previews and parades every year.

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Comprising passionate photographers, the NYP Photography Club aspires to create visual poetry that inspires.

We aim to capture the moments you cherish, create compelling stories in every project, and ensure that every photograph is a timepiece for one to treasure. With our involvement in event coverage and participation in many large scale school events such as the SG50 photo competitions and orientation camps, the club hopes to inspire fellow peers to deepen their photography interest through to continuous improvements.

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Sakuran Japanese Cultural Club (SJCC)’s name is a combination of two iconic flowers in Japan and Singapore - “Sakura” means cherry blossom and “Ran” means orchid. The club’s five divisions are Origami, Manga Anime Illustration Drawings (MAID), Japanese Music & Dance (JMD), Cosplay Anonymous, and Film Addicts. SJCC aims to share their love and appreciation of Japanese culture with everyone in NYP!

The members cultivate an interest in Japanese culture and language and build self-confidence to improve their communication skills with the Japanese community. Some examples include participating in events organised by the Japanese Association of Singapore, and hosting exchange programmes with local and international Japanese high schools and universities.

Members of SJCC also participate in NYP-wide events such as NYP Open House, Student Life Carnival, and Spectrum: NYP Arts Festival, offering students from different backgrounds opportunities to learn more about Japanese traditions and games.

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NYP Sketch Art Club allows students to express their creativity and self-expression through various forms of art creation. Regular weekly sessions that involve sketching, painting, arts and crafts, and mentor-led tutoring classes are organised to give members opportunities to cultivate and express their creativity in a supportive and conducive environment. Within the CCA, members can socialise with like-minded artists and share their experiences. Aside from the weekly sessions, students can also look forward to actively participating in school-wide events such as Spectrum: NYP's Art Festival, National Day Celebration, and various event collaborations with other clubs.

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NYP Soccer brings together all enthusiasts to train and bond as a team. The team participates in the annual POL-ITE and IVP Games, training hard to build up their skills and mental toughness. Teamwork and a positive attitude are essential traits that are constantly emphasised.

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NYP Students’ Union is a group of Student Leaders that organises both internal and external events for students to participate in. We are one of the most recognised CCAs in NYP, and are regular recipients of the annual NYP Star Awards. We were even commended by Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong!

Plan and participate in unique events such as NYP FMO Party (LUX), National Day Celebration, NYPSU bonding camps, and many more! You will get to experience planning large scale events from scratch and executing them with your teammates, and you will also get to make many new friends from other schools.

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Urban Strength promotes the fundamentals of back-to-basics strength and training philosophies, with the community at its core. In addition, the club strives to make sessions modern and simplified to make training fun and meaningful. NYP Urban Strength focuses on fitness programmes that involve weight-bearing and body-weight exercises.

From beginner to advanced level, we welcome everyone to join us and see what your body can do with some training. Through these training sessions, we want members to develop a keen sense of the can-do spirit that NYP strives to inculcate in its learners.

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NYP Volleyball consists of disciplined and committed members. The team trains weekly to work towards improving their skills and hone their court chemistry. The team is set to compete annually in POL-ITE Games and also aims to compete in IVP Games.

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