The enhanced SAF IPPT Preparatory Training
(IPT) Programme
Enhanced IPPT Preparatory Training (IPT)
with Personal Performance Targets (PPTs)
Timely Assistance to Sustain Fitness
9 months to complete IPPT & 3 months for Remedial Training
(RT)
What is NEW for me?
Prog : IPPT, Current System : 12 mths, Enhanced System : 9
mths
Prog : IPT, Current System : 10 flexible sessions in 5 wks
(Attendance based), Enhanced System : 10 flexible sessions in 9 mth
(Performance based). If did not meet PPTs, 8 flexible RT sessions
over 3 mths within same IPPT cycle
Prog : RT, Current System : 20 fixed sessions over 2 mths in next
IPPT window. Enhanced System : If defaulted or failed IPPT, 20
flexible RT sessions over 3 mths within same IPPT cycle.
3 Ways to Clear your Annual IPPT
Requirement
NSman A: Can Pass IPPT
NSman A2 : Have you heard about the enhancements to the NS IPPT
System?
NSman A1 : What's the worry? Both of us always pass
IPPT each year...We just go and take within the first 9
months!
NSman A2 : That's right!...We're fit and the enhancements do not
affect us much. We just take IPPT early and clear it!
NSman A1 : Come,
let's go for our weekly run now!
NSman B: Fails/Defaults IPPT &
Subjected to RT Programme
NSman B : Sigh...I just failed my IPPT and am
required to go for RT...but I've always passed my IPPT each
year.
Fit NSman : What happened?! though IPPT is no problem for
you?
NSman B : I have been very busy this year...not much
time to train. I thought I could pull through the test...I guess
I'm just not fit enough.
Fit NSman : Don't worry! RT is now in the same IPPT window and
will provide early assistance to ramp up your fitness level. This
will help maintain your fitness on a more regular basis. If you do
not feel ready for IPPT. take up IPT, just 10 sessions in 9 months!
It is better than RT, 20 sessions in 3 months!
NSman C : Volunteers to Partner SAF to
train via IPT
NSman C : Hi, I have been attending the enhanced IPT where SAF
provides free fitness training to help me pass my IPPT...It's
really good. You should join since you have problem passing
IPPT!
Unfit NSman : I heard you must meet Personal Performance
Targets (PPTs) in IPT...what are these PPTs?
NSman C : The PPTs are scientifically derived and determined
based on your current fitness level...It is customised to
individual targets!
Unfit NSman : Are PPTs
really attainable?
NSman C : There is an IPPT CAT test in the 1st IPT session.
Based on my own standards, I was told to improve by just 50 secs to
meet the PPTs in the first year! It is definitely achievable!
Unfit NSman : Wow,
that's good ! Do we just meet the same timing every
year?
NSman C : No, the PPTs increase progressively in levels each
year with the aim of improving your fitness. Go look up the NS
Portal for complete PPTs table and you will understand what I'm
saying.
Unfit NSman : Is It
mandatory to finish all 10 IPT sessions?
NSman C : No...you can exit once you have met the PPTs. I met
the PPts in the 5th session and I am done!
Unfit NSman : Hmm...is
IPT still 5 weeks?
NSman C : No, now we can book individual IPT sessions over 9
months at any FCCs based on our personal schedule.
Unfit NSman : IPT is
really attractive...with progress training and also more flexible
to schedule training. But what happens if I cannot meet the
PPTs?
NSman C : Those who cannot meet PPTs will undergo an 8 session
RT to help them achieve the PPTs. You can exit from this RT anytime
when PPTs are met!
Unfit NSman : It's good
that further assistance is available to help us reach the desired
fitness level each year so that we can pass our IPPT
soon!
NSman C : That's right. Joining this 8-session RT is
better than attending the 20-session RT. I have learnt a lot in IPT
so far!
Unfit NSman : Ok, I am
going to sign up IPT right away!
WHEN do I start the enhanced
system?
• You will start the enhanced NS IPPT
System on your next birthday on/after 1 Apr 11.
• For example, if your birthday falls on 1
Jun, you will stay on the current system from 1 Jun 10 to 31 May
11. You will only start the enhanced system from 1 Jun
onwards.
Important note for those who need to fulfil
RT when starting the enhanced NS IPPT System
• With the introduction of the enhanced NS
IPPT System, you have one-off opportunity to take up the enhanced
IPT in lieu of your outstanding RT. This is only applicable if you
have outstanding RT at the start of your next birthday window
on/after 1 Apr 11. An IPPT pass obtained in this IPT or RT will be
counted towards your annual IPPT requirement for that
year.
How to book my sessions?
• Bookings for IPPT, IPT and RT can only be
made via NS Portal (www.ns.sg) or via NS Call Centre at
1800-eNSNSNS (1800-3676767).
• You can choose (in NS Portal) to receive
SMS reminders for each IPT or RT session booked.
• You can start your booking under the
enhanced NS IPPT system now!
Questions?
Q: Why are we enhancing the NS IPPT
System?
A: We want to introduce the latest exercise science into our
fitness training to help you train more efficiently. We also want
to make the system more flexible to help you balance your NS duties
& personal commitments. Overall, the enhancement are designed
to partner NSmen to better sustain their fitness.
Q: What is the approach adopted in
enhancing the NS IPPT System?
A: We are focusing on sustaining the fitness of NSmen via a
progressive fitness training programme. Targeted and customised
training will be introduced and NSmen will see incremental
improvement on a sustainable basis. Lastly, more time will also be
given to NSmen to complete the IPT and RT programme at their own
pace.
Clarifications
For further clarifications, please call
1800-eNSNSNS (1800-3676767)
Out of RT, into fitness!
Personalised • Flexible • Scientific •
Convenient • Time-saving
The great escape !
Failed IPPT and due for 20 tough sessions
of RT ?
We've got the best news ever! For this year only, you have a
one-time opportunity to convert your RT into IPT. Thanks to the new
SAF IPPT Preparatory Training CIPTJ programme.
Opt to do IPT :
Instead of 20 sessions of RT. you do 10 sessions of IPT over a
9-month period!
How IPT Works:
Based on your IPPT results. you are prescribed a set of Personal
Performance Targets (PPTs) to address the IPPT stations you find
difficult. Trainers will supervise you through a 10-session
personalized, scientific fitness programme to help you achieve your
PPTs within the 9-month window. You do not need to complete all 10
sessions. Once you meet your PPTs. you con exit the programme.
Opt for IPT :
• Your choice of dates and locations.
• Flexibility. You have time to accommodate unforeseen
circumstances like illness or injury, unscheduled job demands.
Family commitments etc, and opt For another convenient date.
• Better success. more time to achieve your PPTs and avoid
RT.
• Earlier completion. As soon as you achieve your PPTs. you have
fulfilled your requirements and don't have to complete the Full
9-month programme.
Look out For IPPT mobile application (app) for your smart phone
available from February 2012 onwards.
To Opt for IPT :
Visit NS Portal www.ns.sg or Call Centre at 1800-Ensnasns
[1800-3676767]
All NSmen will transit to the revised
system on their next birthday on/after 1st Rpril
2011.
Change your RT to the New SAF IPT programme today !
Start of IPPT window (birthday) on/after 1 Apr 11 and with RT
obligation from Last window
IPPT Preparatory Training [IPT]:
10 sessions in 9 months with Personal Performance Targets (PPTs)
→ Complete 10 sessions of IPT and meet PPTs → End 9th month →
Fufill requirement for this window → End 12th month
10 sessions in 9 months with Personal Performance Targets (PPTs)
→ Complete 10 sessions of IPT and did not meet PPTs → End 9th month
→ 8 sessions of RT in the last 3 months → End 12th month
You do not need to complete all 10 sessions. Once you meet your
PPTs, you can exit the programme.
Benefits
• Sustainable and progressive improvement through
Personal Performance Targets
• Flexibility in planning of progressive
training session within 9 months
How IPT HELPED ME...
NSmen share their experience with the new IPT system.
LCP [NS] Ng Yeow Hian, 30 428 SAB
"IPT helped me pass my IPPT. The new system made it easier and
less stressful as I had more time to train and achieve my personal
PPTs. Also, fitness specialists helped us with tips on every IPPT
station. I suggest you go for IPT if you have problems passing your
IPPT."
LTA [NS] Amos Goh, 26 HQ 6 Div
"IPT's flexibility made it easier to follow. The PPTs are
achievable and motivated me to improve. On my weak station,
Standing Broad Jump, fitness specialists helped me improve with
practical pointers. After eight sessions of IPT, I passed my IPPT.
For my next cycle, I'm aiming for a sliver."
IPT - THE WAY TO GO
• Good
success rate !
Since April 2011. some 12,000 NSmen. including NSmen who are
training to improve their IPPT results to Silver or higher. have
participated in IPT. 7 out of 10 who have completed the programme
have achieved their fitness targets.
• IPT is a personalized fitness programme. Training is targeted
to help you pass the IPPT station(s) you find difficult.
• Flexibility to schedule your IPT sessions to your own
convenience.
• Learn more obout staying healthy. good nutrition. fitness and
training sofety.
• 10-session/9-month programme maximises fitness, and possing of
PPTs fulfilling your annuol IPPT requirement.
• Even if you still fail your PPTs. you need only do 8 sessions
of RT (instead of 20) over 3 months.
CONVENIENT TRAINING
FACILITIES
You may opt to undergo your IPT troining sessions at:
• 4 conveniently located FCCs
Free-of-charge. facilities ond supervision of fitness trainers
are available in these designated camps:
- Maju camp
- Khatib camp
- Bedok camp
- Kranji camp NEW
• SAFRA EnergyOne Gym nearest your home or workplace
For a subsidized fee paid to SAFRA. you get to train in a modern
aircon gym environment with the latest equipment and supervision of
fitness trainers ot these locations
- SAFRA Mount Faber
- SAFRA Yishun
- SAFRA Tampines
- SAFRA Jurong
- SAFRA Toa Payoh [available in 2013]
BOOK YOUR SESSION NOW
• To book you IPPT, IPT, RT
Visit NS Portal www.ns.sg or Call NS Call Centre ot 1800-Ensnsns
(1800-3676767)
• Opt for SMS reminders
You can opt to receive SMS reminders for each IPT or RT session
booked.
• Start now
You can start booking under the enhanced NS IPPT system now.
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