As part of our Improv with Me2 programme, our participants recently took their learning beyond the classroom and into the real world with a meaningful trip to IKEA. This outing was designed as a continuation of our Personal Hygiene (Space) module, an important component that teaches participants how to maintain cleanliness, care for shared environments, and understand the importance of personal and communal hygiene in everyday life.
Before the journey, our trainers prepared the participants through classroom reenactments, visual guides, and hands-on routines that introduced essential concepts: respecting common spaces, keeping personal belongings organised, throwing waste responsibly, and practising good hygiene in public areas. The learning journey to IKEA served as the perfect real-world extension of these skills, offering a safe, structured environment for participants to apply what they had learned.
The moment we entered IKEA, the excitement was unmistakable. Participants explored mock living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, and bathrooms, each setup offering a natural opportunity to discuss what it means to keep a space tidy, clean, and functional.
One of the highlights was observing how confidently participants applied their new knowledge. Many pointed out items that belonged “in the bathroom space” or “help keep things clean,” and some even initiated conversations about what they use at home. The visit also allowed them to practise social behaviours, waiting their turn, moving safely in crowds, communicating needs, and using public amenities independently.
The outing ended with a small reflection circle, where the participants shared what they enjoyed most. Many spoke about the rooms they explored, the everyday items they recognised, and how proud they felt applying their hygiene skills in a real setting.
We look forward to more journeys like this, where every space becomes a classroom, every moment becomes an opportunity, and every participant shines a little brighter.
SUNDAC CCK (Choa Chu Kang) is one of the key service centres under SUNDAC, a leading organization in Singapore dedicated to empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Located in the heart of Choa Chu Kang, this centre provides day activity programmes that focus on life skills training, social engagement, and personal development. Operating hours are Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Learn more: www.sundac.org