Arise, students of Apollo! (Higher Group)

This is a notice for all students of Apollo .

The time has arrived for you to travel to Pahang, Malaysia and compete in several trials to test your physical & mental resilience - will you "rise" to the challenge?

Apollo is the God of the Sun & Sky and will accept no half measures. He has formulated 4 challenges for you to complete.

Preparation is key in order for you to succeed and complete the Olympic God's "higher" challenges. It is vital that you bring with you the necessary equipment so that you are allowed to participate in all the tasks.

This is what awaits you followers of Apollo:

Day 1 : Journey to Pahang
Day 2 : Jungle Trekking & Cave Exploration
Day 3 : Abseiling & Rock Climbing
Day 4 : Flying Fox & River Crossing & Water Rafting
Day 5 : Homeward Bound

Please ensure you bring with you long pants and head torches. Both are vital tools for the Caving Arena (refer to provided packing list). Other tools in your arsenal MUST include: a steely nerve, determination, the ability for humour and the ability to support friends.

Apollo looks forward to welcoming you to the Higher Arena.

Athena Awaits! (Stronger Group)

Dear Stronger participants,

I would like to welcome you on behalf of Athena, the Goddess of War, Heroic endeavour and Wisdom. The stronger Olympia Arena is ready and awaiting your arrival.

Your journey has been mapped out as follows:

Day 1 : Journey to Pahang
Day 2 : Orang Asli Experience & Jungle Survival
Day 3 : Trekking Expedition
Day 4 : 4x4 & Waterfall
Day 5 : Homeward Bound

Your endurance, mental attitude, team spirit and wisdom shall be tested upon your arrival. You will relinquish to all comforts and leave as one with the wilderness. You will build suitable shelters for you and your team. You will acquire and conserve water and food which is scarce.

Team Challenges

You and your team will challenge other teams in shelter building, fire making, hunting and hiking competitions.

Individual Challenges

Only the top 20 most fit and enduring participants will be selected to take part in the ultimate summit challenge.

Be Ready Be Prepared

The first rule of jungle survival is preparation. It is essential that you bring the following equipment without which, you may be disqualified from the competitions.

For trekking:
(1) Shoes and socks
(2) Long pants
(3) Small haversack

For Night Activity:
(1) Torch light and spare batteries
(2) Insect repellent (optional)
(3) Sleeping bag to keep warm at night (optional)


By order,
Commander in chief of the Athenian Army

NB
Please note that the schedule has slightly changed from the original agenda posted above.
The Athenian Army will still travel into the jungle and set up their own camp. During the first day they will be shown and learn essential jungle survival skills such as dart making for blow pipes and fire lighting... The students will then be given the chance to truly hone their survival skills the following day by using the new acquired skills learnt independently within their groups.

Reminders to all Hermes (Faster Group)

This is what awaits you at Pahang

Hermes 1
Day 1 : Journey to Pahang
Day 2 : 52km cycling expedition
Day 3 : Flying fox & river crossin & water rafting
Day 4 : Ear cave exploration
Day 5 : Homeward Bound

Hermes 2
Day 1 : Journey to Pahang
Day 2 : Flying fox & river crossing & water rafting
Day 3 : 52km cycling expedition
Day 4 : Canopy Walk / Teresik Hill trekking
Day 5 : Homeward Bound

>You are reminded to bring the following items:

Compulsory items

1. Personal Head lamps/Torch lights
2. A pair of shoes suitable for jungle trekking

Do refer to the list of items given and ensure that all other essential items are brought along.

By order,
Commanders of Hermes I & II

Legionnaires of Hermes...

Soldiers of Hermes I and II...

As your commanders, we hereby summon one and all to the Battle of the Faster Arena!

Now hear this: Is each and everyone of you physically and mentally ready for the battle ahead?

My dear soldiers, always be strong in heart, bold/resolute in courage and above all, undaunted in spirits! Together, we will conquer all odds and emerge victorious!

Viva la Hermes!!