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CHIJ Primary (Toa Payoh)

Cultural Dance

Move. Express. Celebrate. 🌺 Cultural Dance is your gateway to Singapore's rich and vibrant heritage! Explore the beauty of Chinese, Malay and Indian traditional dances, express yourself through movement and perform with pride and confidence. Are you ready to dance your story? 💃✨

Last updated 29 July 2026
Children in red, blue, and green shirts dance barefoot in a large school hall with a wooden floor.
A large group of girls in matching blue and pink dance costumes pose together indoors, smiling.
A large group of children in colorful red, blue, and yellow shirts pose and dance in a bright indoor mall atrium.

CCA Information at a Glance 📋

Teachers-in-charge

(email address)

CCA Leaders

Training Schedule

Ms Quek Xing Yi

(quek_xing_yi@moe.edu.sg)

Mrs Regina Begum

(regina_begum_mohamed_ayoob@moe.edu.sg)


Loveonn Phuah Jing Xuan (5 Orchid)

 Andrea Poo Yi Xuan (5 Orchid)

Semester 1

Thursdays

2.15pm to 3.45pm

Barre Hall


Semester 2

Mondays and Thursdays

2.15pm to 3.45pm

Barre Hall

Overview

The Cultural Dance CCA introduces students to the vibrant and diverse world of traditional dances from Singapore’s major ethnic groups – Chinese, Malay, and Indian. Through weekly sessions, students learn basic movements, techniques, and choreography rooted in rich cultural traditions. This CCA not only builds physical coordination and rhythm but also nurtures an appreciation for Singapore's multicultural heritage.

The students also have opportunities to perform during school events, community celebrations, and national festivities, showcasing what they have learnt with pride and confidence.

The Cultural Dance CCA encourages teamwork, self-expression, and discipline, while also fostering respect for the customs and art forms of different cultures.

Learning Outcomes

By participating in the Cultural Dance CCA, students will be able to:

  • Gain exposure in Chinese, Malay, and Indian traditional dances, understanding the cultural significance behind each.

  • Explore modern interpretations of traditional dance by blending cultural elements with contemporary styles, encouraging creativity and helping students see how heritage can evolve with time.

  • Develop confidence in movement and performance through regular practice and stage opportunities.

  • Cultivate values such as teamwork, perseverance, and respect for diversity.

  • Enhance their appreciation of Singapore’s multicultural society and the importance of racial harmony.

Achievements

Singapore Youth Festival 2024 Arts Presentation – Certificate of Distinction