Pre-NS Talk: Preparing for NS with Confidence
Pre-NS Talk: Preparing for NS with Confidence
📅 26 Nov 2025 (Wed)
🕗 8PM to 9.30PM
Whether your son is 13 or 18, NS will come sooner than you think.
🚫 Not sure what to pack or how to prepare for camp life?
🚫 Unsure what happens during BMT (Basic Military Training)?
🚫 Worried about safety, injuries, or mental health?
🚫 Not clear how often he can contact you? Or what to say when he does?
🚫 You’ve heard terms like ORD (Operationally Ready Date) but don’t know what they mean?
In 90 minutes, get straight answers on:
💡 The full NS journey from enlistment to ORD and beyond
💡 What to expect in BMT
💡 How safety, health, and well-being are managed in camp
💡 What to say (and not say) when talking to your son about NS
Panellists:
COL (NS) Darren Tan
Family Coach & NS Commander
Dr Jared Ng
Medical Director @ Connections MindHealth
Loh Tang Ling & 3SG (NSF) Tan Chien Kiat
Mother & Son
Note: After registration, do look out for the acknowledgement mail — you will need to complete a pre-registration step to receive the Zoom meeting details.