New OBS Coney Island campus officially opens, features wheelchair-accessible high adventure elements
"We want OBS to become a rite of passage for all young Singaporeans," says Prime Minister Lawrence Wong at the launch of the new OBS Coney Island campus.
The new Outward Bound Singapore (OBS) campus in Coney Island officially opened on September 11, featuring wheelchair-accessible high adventure elements. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong emphasized that while Singapore has changed since OBS was established in 1967, the need to build character remains vital. The campus, spanning 12 hectares, offers team-based high and low adventure activities, some of which are wheelchair accessible.
This expansion aims to make OBS a rite of passage for all young Singaporeans, not just those in secondary school. With over 70 high adventure elements that can be conducted regardless of weather, students will build confidence, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. The campus also includes a 1.2-hectare sea operations center with a 170-meter-long jetty, enabling expeditions across various island locations.
Sustainability features, such as super-low energy buildings and rain gardens, are integrated into the design. Prime Minister Wong expressed gratitude to everyone involved in the project's development, highlighting the creation of new opportunities for young Singaporeans to grow and forge bonds.
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