HSUHK Marathon Team 2023

Registration ended, see you all in 2024!

The result of the 1st ballot for the 25th Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon will be announced via the Event Website and to all applicants via their email addresses registered in the application. Please refer to the Event Website for the event details and registration.

Staff or students who have successfully registered for the marathon are welcome to apply as a member of the HSUHK Marathon Team by completing this Online Registration Form.

Free Training sessions and workshops

Members can join the free training sessions and workshops in January and February. Details are as follows:

Preparing for Marathon (Theory)

Class Name	Preparing for Marathon (Theory)
Date	31 January 2023 (Tuesday)
Time	6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Venue	Dance Studio, 2/F Lee Shau Kee Complex (Block B)
Eligibility	HSUHK Marathon Team Members
Quota	20
ECA Hours / iGPS Unit & Release date	1 hour / 1 Unit, End of March
Course Fees	Free of Charge
Speaker	Polar Hong Kong
Course Contents	Race strategy Precautions Before & On Race Day Post Marathon Recovery
Medium of Delivery	Cantonese
Remarks	Weather – if Red/Black Rainstorm or Typhoon Signal No.8 is hoisted at 3:00 p.m., the session on the day will be cancelled. Please attend the lesson on time.

Marathon Training Session (Practical)

Class Name	Marathon Training Session (Practical)
Date	2, 9, 16 January and, 6 February 2023 (Every Monday) [4 sessions in total]
Time	6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Meeting Place	G/F, Lee Shau Kee Complex (Block B)
Location	Outdoor, Sha Tin Area
Eligibility	HSUHK Marathon Team Members (Major for physical marathon runners)
Quota	16
PA Hours / iGPS Unit & Release date	6 hours / 2 Units, End of March
Course Fees	Free of Charge
Coach	Mr SZE-TO Pak Ming (HSUHK Cross Country Coach with solid marathon instructing experience)
Course Contents	Marathon techniques and practical training for running a marathon
Medium of Delivery	Cantonese
Remarks	Weather – if Red/Black Rainstorm or Typhoon Signal No.8 is hoisted at 3:00 p.m., the session on the day will be cancelled. The coach will observe the weather condition and change the session to the fitness centre or indoor venues if necessary. Please reserve time to change to sportswear. The group will start running and leave the campus at 6:10 pm, please attend the lesson on time. Participants must comply with the following laws of the HKSAR government: “Prevention and Control of Disease (Prohibition on Group Gathering” Regulation (Cap. 599G) , no group gathering with more than the limit of number may take place in any public place. “Prevention and Control of Disease (Requirements and Directions) (Business and Premises)” Regulation (Cap.599F), Sub-groups of 12 persons will be required to keep such a distance in between each sub-group. “Prevention and Control of Disease (Wearing of Mask)” Regulation (Cap. 599I), requirements to wear a mask in public place, except during the training.

Quota is limited and registration will be processed on a first-come-first-served basis.

Interested team members can register for the class by completing the Online Registration Form. The application deadline of the team member and classes is 13 December (Tuesday), 11:00 a.m.

Successful registration candidates will receive a confirmation email on or before 15 December (Thursday).

Should you have any questions, please contact Mr. WONG at 3963 5236 or email cwwong@hsu.edu.hk .

We hope to see you at the sessions!

The Power of Sports

Walking Through With Daniel Chan

The Magic Behind

The Organization of a Mega Sports Event

Sing Yea's Forte

Fencing from the Perspective of an Elite Athlete and a Coach

Tournament System: The Logic

HSUHK Marathon Team 2022

Public Ballot Registration for
the 25th Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon opens on 15 November

Dear Colleagues and Students,

The 25th Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon will be held on 12 February 2023. The Public Ballot Registration will be available on the Marathon’s official website from 15 November to 21 November. Interested students or staff can register via the official website at 10 a.m. on 15 November onwards on a first-come-first-served basis.

If you have successfully registered for the marathon, you are welcome to enroll in the HSUHK Marathon Team and apply for free training sessions and workshops arranged by SAO PE. Detailed information will be provided in December. The top three half-marathon / 10 km finishers in the student or staff category of the team will be rewarded*. Students can also submit the result to gain PA hours /iGPS units!

Link for registration: https://www.hkmarathon.com/index.html

Benefits of enrolling in the HSUHK Marathon Team:

A 2023 HSUHK Marathon Team Running Uniform
A Free Fitness Pass from during the marathon training period from December 2022 to February 2023)
Free training sessions and workshops organised by SAO PE

Don’t miss the chance and stay tuned for the latest announcement!

Remarks:

*Each group should have at least 5 participants and the runners should finish it within the time limit: under 2 hours for 10km and under 3 hours for half-marathon PA Hours / iGPS Unit will be released in mid-March 2023

	10 km	Half Marathon	Marathon
PA Hours	2 Hours	3 Hours	6 Hours
iGPS Unit	1 Unit	1.5 Units	2 Units

Should you have any questions, please contact Mr. WONG at 3963 5236 or email cwwong@hsu.edu.hk.

PE1008 Sports and Society in Hong Kong

PE1008 Sports in a Globalised World

Offering Units	The Common Core Curriculum Committee (CCCC) and Physical Education Section, Student Affairs Office (SAO PE Section)
Credit Units	3
Year	1-4
QF Level	5
Mode	Common Core Curriculum – Cultural Diversity and Glocal Awareness (Cluster B)
Medium of Instruction	English
Assessment Language	English
Learning Format	3 hours/week

Course Description:

This module analyses how globalisation and historical forces shape cultural diversity in sport, impacting practices across different cultures. It evaluates the role of mega sports events, such as the Olympics, in promoting cultural exchange and negotiating identities while fostering intercultural understanding. The module also examines the cultural significance of sports rituals and traditions, assessing their implications for identity formation and community building. Finally, it develops strategies for promoting culturally sensitive and inclusive practices in sport, engaging various stakeholders to create a more equitable and understanding global sporting community.

PE1007 Science and Technology in Sports and Physical Activities

PE1007 Technological Innovations in Sports and Physical Activities

Offering Units	The Common Core Curriculum Committee (CCCC) and Physical Education Section, Student Affairs Office (SAO PE Section)
Credit Units	3
Year	1-4
QF Level	5
Mode	Common Core Curriculum – Creativity, Technoscience, and Digital Competence (Cluster C)
Medium of Instruction	English
Assessment Language	English
Learning Format	3 hours/week

Course Description:

This module examines the historical evolution of sports technology and its impact on athletic performance, event delivery, and participation across diverse populations. It evaluates the ethical and societal implications, focusing on fairness, accessibility, and potential misuse. By applying technoscience and digital literacy principles, the module develops innovative strategies to enhance performance and participation, including insights from e-sports. Lastly, it outlines a comprehensive, technology-driven approach to address real-world challenges in sports, integrating ethical and considerations for positive change within the sports ecosystem.

Field Trip to SportsExpo

Guest Lecture by POLAR

Vision and Mission

Vision and Mission of
Physical Education Section, Student Affairs Office (SAO PE Section)

Objectives

i) To develop individual physical competence and knowledge of development for an active and healthy lifestyle.

ii) To nurture positive values and attitudes in sports and recreation, by providing a good foundation for lifelong and life-wide learning.

iii) To promote social, cooperative and problem-solving competencies by providing a quality physical education experience.

Scope of Services

i) Physical Wellness

To provide PE Classes, workshops and other co-curricular learning activities for students to accomplish the requirements of iGPS Unit/ CS-ECA-PA Hours.

Students can register for the activities via e-Campus.

ii) Mental Wellness

To offer credit-bearing Physical Education modules, including Common Core General Education and Free Elective modules to students.

Students can register for PE modules during their Module Registration Period.

ii) The Management of HSUHK Sports Teams

The annual selection process takes place at the start of each academic year to recruit potential members to represent the University at USFHK competitions and other tournaments. Please stay tuned to our announcement on e-Campus for more details.

The training schedules of our sports teams are available here.

iii) The Management of Sports Facilities

The following sports facilities are available at the Lee Shau Kee Complex:

i) Swimming Pool

ii) Multi-purpose Room with table tennis tables and set-ups

iii) Fitness Centre

iv) Dance Studio

v) Sports Hall (for basketball and badminton)

vi) Music Room

All HSUHK members including staff, students and alumni are welcome to make use of the facilities to maintain their physical well-being. The opening hours of each facility can be found here.

Badminton Tournament 2020

Photo Album

GENERAL DETAILS

Events

1) Men’s Singles

2) Women’s Singles

Quota

Maximum 16 entries per event

(If less than 8 entries for any event, that event will be cancelled)

Date and time

13^th July 2020 (Friday), 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The draw will be proceeded on the event day.

Venue

Sports Hall, 2/F Lee Shau Kee Complex