Ipoh Chin Woo 100th Anniversary Celebration Gala Dinner 2024

Ipoh Chinese Chin Woo Athletic Association 100th Anniversary Celebration Gala Dinner 2024: A centennial celebration steeped in Chinese culture.

On 22nd July 2024, the Ipoh Chinese Chin Woo Athletic Association celebrated its 100th anniversary in grand style at Shen Jai High School, Ipoh. The event was a vibrant display of Chinese culture and tradition.

1. Ipoh Chin Woo 100th Anniversary Celebration Gala Dinner

2. NSW Chin Woo delegation from Australia

Distinguished Guests
The celebration was graced by several esteemed guests:
Dato’ Ooi Foh Sing, President of the Ipoh Chinese Chin Woo Athletic Association, who served as the host and guest of honour
Dato’ Loh Nan Hooi, President of the Federation of Chin Woo Associations Malaysia
Mr Wang ZhiHia, President of the World Chin Woo Federation and President of the Shanghai Chin Woo Athletic Association
Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Panglima Dr Goh Tian Chuang JP, President of the Federation of Chinese Associations Malaysia-Hua Zhong
Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Ong Ka Chuan, Honourable Adviser of the Ipoh Chinese Chin Woo Athletic Association

7. Delegation from Mainland Chin. Left most is Ms. Huo Jin Hung from Tianjin Chinwoo. She is the 5th descendant of Chin Woo Founder, Great Grandmaster Huo Yuan Jia. Accompanying her were her parents. They were invited by Ipoh Chin Woo to witness the grand celebration of his great-great-grandfather's spirit and teachings.a — 7. Delegation from Mainland China. Left most is Ms. Huo Jin Hung from Tianjin Chinwoo. She is the 5th descendant of Chin Woo Founder, Great Grandmaster Huo Yuan Jia. Accompanying her were her parents. They were invited by Ipoh Chin Woo to witness the grand celebration of his great-great-grandfather’s spirit and teachings.

Global Participation
The centennial event brought together 1,300 Chin Woo delegates, plus 650 from Chin Woo Athletic Associations around the globe, including delegations from Mainland China, Australia, Germany, Canada, New Zealand, Switzerland, Brazil, Columbia, Japan, Singapore, Poland, South Africa, Hong Kong, the United States and the United Kingdom.

As the host, Ipoh Chin Woo organised visits to popular tourist destinations in Ipoh city and introduced the delegates to local culinary delights, in conjunction with Visit Perak Year 2024. Among the places visited were Kek Look Tong, Perak Cave, Tambun pomelo farm, Concubine Lane, and Birch Clock Tower. Although the organisers had wanted to arrange visits to more places, it was tough to find tourist attractions that could accommodate twelve tourist coaches at the same time. Nonetheless, the delegates had a fantastic time touring Ipoh, notably the Perak Cave lookout point on the hilltop.

8. multi-cultural dance performance by Kumpulan Selendang Perak

Upholding the Spirit of Chin Woo
In his opening address, Dato’ Ooi Foh Sing highlighted the enduring spirit of Chin Woo (Jingwu). Over the past century, the association in Ipoh has tirelessly worked to promote sports, preserve Chinese culture, and serve the community through various charitable programmes. Since its establishment in 1924, Ipoh Chin Woo has prioritised promoting filial piety, self-discipline, national unity, and love for family, society, and also country.

Continued Commitment to Community Service
Dato’ Ooi emphasised that the spirit of Chin Woo has not only been preserved but has also grown stronger over the past 100 years. The current Board of Governors continues the association’s tradition of community service, which includes fundraising to build schools, hospitals, and orphanages, besides providing aid to victims of natural disasters.

Promoting Health and Cultural Heritage
Recognising the importance of health, Ipoh Chin Woo trains teams in kung fu, athletics, as well as sports to represent the state and country. Wisma Chin Woo located along Jalan Hussein, Ipoh, serves as the main training centre for Chin Woo martial arts, lion & dragon dance, plus Chinese cultural dance.

20. recipients of Certificates of Appreciation for their long-standing support for Ipoh Chin Woo

22. LED phoenix and dragon dance performance by Ipoh Chin Woo

23. LED phoenix and dragon dance performance by Ipoh Chin Woo

Cultural Programmes and Charitable Initiatives
Each year, Ipoh Chin Woo organises or participates in various cultural programmes, together with Chinese New Year celebrations and Citrawarna Perak, to promote tourism in the state. Additionally, the association organises blood and organ donation campaigns thrice a year, in collaboration with Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun (HRPB). To date, over ten thousand pints of blood have been collected, mainly to support Thalassemia patients. Through charitable initiatives, more than a million Ringgit has been donated by well-wishers, benefitting senior citizens’ homes, orphanages, the disabled, and financially disadvantaged communities in Ipoh and beyond.

26. Kong Jia Ao from Ipoh Chin Woo performs her routine. She is a gold medallist in the Chinwoo Traditional Taolu (San Quan) discipline - (Youth/Girl Category) at the 17th World ChinWoo Wushu Tournament & Cultural Carnival 2024 hosted on 20th & 21st July 2024 in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. Kong Jia Ao began attending Ipoh Chin Woo's children's martial arts classes in 2012 when she was 6. — 26. Kong Jia Ao from Ipoh Chin Woo performs her routine. She is a gold medallist in the Chinwoo Traditional Taolu (San Quan) discipline – (Youth/Girl Category) at the 17th World ChinWoo Wushu Tournament & Cultural Carnival 2024 hosted on 20th & 21st July 2024 in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. Kong Jia Ao began attending Ipoh Chin Woo’s children’s martial arts classes in 2012 when she was 6.

A Memorable Double Celebration
The occasion featured a captivating list of programmes, including the LED phoenix and dragon dance. Coincidentally, 22nd July 2024 was also the 85th birthday of Dato’ Ooi Foh Sing, making the evening a double celebration. As he blew out the candles on his birthday cake, he wished for the spirit of Chin Woo to prevail forever. Dato’ Ooi is incidentally the longest-standing member of Ipoh Chin Woo, having been part of the association for 71 years.

29. Astro singing competition winner, Steven Cheah, sings about friendship, as a Canadian delegate enjoys himself on the stage.

30. closing performance by Steven, singing 'You Raise Me Up' — 30. closing performance by Steven, singing ‘You Raise Me Up’

Background of Chin Woo
The Chin Woo Athletic Association was founded by Grandmaster Huo Yan Jia (18th January 1868 – 9th August 1910). The association was officially established on 7th July 1910 in Shanghai, China.

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Event: Ipoh Chinese Chin Woo Athletic Association 100th Anniversary Celebration Gala Dinner 2024
Venue: Shen Jai High School, Ipoh
Date: 22nd July, 2024
Time: 7pm