Malay Dance

About
Malay Dance

The Malay Dance CCA offers students a vibrant platform to explore and express the rich cultural heritage of the Malay community through traditional and contemporary dance. It is a celebration of rhythm, grace, and storytelling through movement.

The CCA aims to nurture a deeper appreciation of Malay culture and the performing arts among students. Through structured training and performance opportunities, students develop confidence, discipline, teamwork, and creativity. The CCA also encourages cultural pride and promotes inclusivity through multicultural exposure and collaboration.

Malay Dance has been part of our school’s CCA offerings, and has grown from a small group to a passionate team that participates in school events, national celebrations, and inter-school competitions such as the Singapore Youth Festival (SYF). One unique aspect of Malay Dance is the use of expressive hand movements and intricate footwork that tell stories drawn from nature, history, and daily life.

Malay Dance CCA is open to all P3 to P6 students, regardless of race or gender, who have an interest in dance, culture, and performing arts. No prior experience is required—just a willingness to learn and a positive attitude!

Experiences

In 2024, a group of our Malay Dance students had the valuable opportunity to perform at the Singapore Youth Festival (SYF), where we proudly achieved the Certificate of Accomplishment.

In both 2024 and 2025, our dancers also showcased their talents during the Hari Raya Concert and the Recognition and Award Ceremony, adding a vibrant cultural touch to these meaningful school events.

Developing our students

Through Malay Dance CCA, students acquire a wide range of skills and values that go beyond dance. They develop coordination, rhythm, spatial awareness, and performance techniques, while also learning the importance of discipline, perseverance, and respect for culture.

The CCA provides a nurturing environment where students grow in confidence and resilience as they rehearse and perform in front of various audiences. Regular practices and stage experiences help students overcome stage fright, express themselves more freely, and communicate effectively through movement and teamwork.

Students also learn the value of teamwork and collaboration, as dance routines require synchronization, trust, and mutual support. Working closely with their peers, they develop a strong sense of camaraderie and shared responsibility, which contributes to their overall personal and social growth.

Growing hearts and minds

Malay Dance CCA supports the holistic development of students by nurturing both character and compassion. As students rehearse and perform together, they take on responsibilities, show empathy towards one another, and contribute meaningfully to the school community.
In the words of cultural icon Som Said, “Dance is not just movement. It is the expression of our identity, our culture, and our soul.”
This belief is reflected in the CCA’s emphasis on values education, where students learn and practise the school values of integrity, gratitude, resilience, empathy, and unity, growing into confident and culturally rooted individuals.

Empowering leaders and talents

As part of our efforts to cultivate leadership qualities among our students, key leadership roles such as Chairman and Vice-Chairman are appointed to oversee the management of CCA sessions and to assist in maintaining discipline. In addition, group leaders are entrusted with the responsibility of guiding and supporting their peers during dance practices. Senior members also take turns leading warm-up routines. These structured leadership opportunities allow students to develop confidence, responsibility, and collaborative skills, while fostering a strong sense of ownership and commitment within the CCA.

CCA Teachers

Mdm Shati ( Advisor )
Mdm Nur Yanty ( Driver )
Mdm Julieana Razek
Mdm Shamilla