Singapore’s sports scene has taken a bold leap into the future with the launch of AiRENA, the nation’s first A.I.-powered sports performance hub. In a landmark collaboration with Under Armour, AiRENA is also debuting UA Next Combine, a world-class youth fitness benchmarking platform that brings elite training tools and data-driven development to the next generation of athletes.
With this dual launch, Singapore positions itself at the forefront of high-tech, performance-based youth athletics in Southeast Asia—offering athletes a smart, structured, and scalable path to sporting excellence.
AiRENA – Singapore’s First AI-Powered Sports Performance Hub
With the unveiling of AiRENA, Singapore takes its first step into the world of artificial intelligence-powered sports infrastructure. More than just a venue, AiRENA represents a fundamental shift in how athletic talent is discovered, nurtured, and elevated. It is a pioneering ecosystem built to empower the next generation of athletes through data-backed training and performance solutions—right here on home soil.
A Next-Generation Training Ecosystem
AiRENA is more than just a training facility. It is a purpose-built sports performance hub that blends advanced A.I. technology, elite coaching, performance analytics, and recovery science into one seamless ecosystem. Designed for both youth and elite athletes, it redefines how training, tracking, and development are approached in modern sport.
Home of Project 95 (P95) Basketball Academy
At the heart of AiRENA is the Project 95 (P95) Basketball Academy, led by former national and professional players. P95 offers structured development programs for youth athletes, integrating technical coaching, strength and conditioning, and real-time performance analytics—a rare, all-in-one model in youth sports.
Through its official partnership with IMG Academy, P95 opens global doors for young talents to train, compete, and thrive internationally.
UA Next Combine – Under Armour’s Global Fitness Benchmark Arrives in Singapore
What is UA Next Combine?
UA Next Combine is Under Armour’s flagship youth initiative introducing a standardized, tech-enabled testing framework for young athletes. Originally launched in London and China, the program now expands to Singapore through its exclusive collaboration with AiRENA.
Young athletes are evaluated across six critical metrics: agility, speed, reaction time, strength, power, and endurance. Each participant receives a personalized scorecard, regional ranking, tailored training plan, and a performance resume to help them track their growth over time.
Personalised Athletic Development
AiRENA serves as Singapore’s official host and operator of UA Next Combine, enabling access to these elite-level diagnostics across the island. The mobile modular testing systems can be deployed at schools, academies, and community centers—making high-performance benchmarking accessible and inclusive. Whether you’re a student athlete or part of a youth sports program, participation in the Combine is open to all aspiring performers.
Seamless Integration with AiRENA’s Vision
AiRENA serves as Singapore’s official host and operator of UA Next Combine, enabling access to these elite-level diagnostics across the island. The mobile modular testing systems can be deployed at schools, academies, and community centers—making high-performance benchmarking accessible and inclusive. Whether you’re a student athlete or part of a youth sports program, participation in the Combine is open to all aspiring performers.
Powering the Future of Youth Sports in Singapore
Strategic Impact and Long-Term Goals
The vision behind this collaboration extends beyond elite athletes. Over the next three years, the UA Next Combine x AiRENA initiative will expand to include Combine testing sessions, training camps, and youth outreach initiatives. The objective is to build a competitive, connected, and tech-enabled athletic ecosystem where athletes, coaches, and schools can train, measure, and evolve together.
Technology, Coaching, and Performance in One Platform
Powered by Under Armour’s Human Performance System, the Combine utilizes proprietary tools to deliver objective insights in real time. Coupled with AiRENA’s local coaching and performance science expertise, the platform provides holistic athletic development that previously wasn’t available in Singapore. This synergy ensures athletes not only train harder but smarter.
Elevating Standards with Global and Local Partnerships
AiRENA’s commitment to excellence is further amplified through its strategic alliances with leading local and international partners. These collaborations are not just symbolic—they actively raise the standard of training, safety, and athlete development across Singapore.
Key Collaborations Driving the Mission
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Shanghai Basketball Association: Enables cross-border cooperation, AI-powered level testing, and talent exchange between Shanghai and Singapore.
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Merry Sports Flooring: Provides professional-grade indoor surfaces that enhance safety and performance at AiRENA’s P95 courts.
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Qiuxiu AI Camera Technology: Tracks player movement and provides real-time video analysis, offering coaches and athletes actionable performance insights.
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IMG Academy: Opens pathways for P95 players to attend elite development programs in the U.S., setting a new benchmark for international sports integration.
The Beginning of a Smarter, Stronger Sporting Future
The launch of AiRENA and UA Next Combine marks a transformative moment for Singapore’s sporting community. By combining artificial intelligence, sports science, and world-class coaching, this collaboration redefines how athletic talent is nurtured from the grassroots level up.
From local youth to national hopefuls, every athlete now has the tools to train smarter, recover faster, and perform better. More importantly, they have access to a global platform that supports their ambitions, encourages holistic growth, and prepares them for the future of sport.
With AiRENA and Under Armour leading the way, Singapore’s athletes are set to compete not just locally—but globally.
