Fans of football or soccer will be familiar with a modified version of the sport that is played by adults and kids alike. We’re talking about futsal, of course – a fun team game that can easily be played with just a handful of players, not requiring the full team of 11 on each side.
Even if you don’t play, you may have passed by a futsal court now and then and thought about taking up the sport. Well, we’re here to tell you all you need to know about futsal courts in Singapore – which ones are free and which ones require bookings – so you can unleash your inner Cristiano Ronaldo.
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Although you can play football at a futsal court, these courts serve different purposes. A football field is the huge one you see during the World Cup season that can fit 11-a-side per team. Football fields are most commonly covered in natural or artificial grass. A futsal court, on the other hand, is covered in parquet or synthetic material. Because of that, it provides more friction than natural grass.
Due to Singapore’s smol size though, people also play football in futsal courts that are covered in grass, so the terms “futsal” and “football” are often used interchangeably.
Most futsal courts are a standard 5-a-side pitch, but if there are more people, a slightly bigger pitch that can accommodate 6 or even a 7-a-side would be booked. Otherwise, you can also check out these multi-purpose free open fields in Singapore.
Prices for booking a futsal court depend on a few factors:
Each booking is usually 2 hours long. However, some courts do offer hourly bookings.
Since the synthetic turf used for futsal courts has more friction than natural grass, don’t go around slide tackling unless you want to walk away with some nasty cuts. Something else you’d need is your own futsal ball – you can get affordable ones that range from $10 on Shopee, such as the Mitre Deltamax Football or Ferrari Metallic Soccer Ball.
This is a list of all public street futsal courts when you just wanna have a casual kickabout with your kakis. Just remember to be mindful of noise levels to avoid disturbing residents. Most courts will turn off the lights at 8.30pm to signal that the courts are closed.
Since they are public futsal courts, it is common for strangers to pop by and join the game, so if the court is full, simply take turns using the court.
You may have seen this colourful futsal court on Instagram. It’s located between blocks 434 and 437 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 10 and is the lovechild of a partnership between gaming giants EA Sports, La Liga, and local street artist Tobyato to encourage grassroots football.
If you look at the court from the birds-eye POV, it features a slick design of motifs that form the outline of a dragon.
Address: Ang Mo Kio Avenue 10, Block 434, Singapore, 560436
The Jalan Rajah street soccer court is located alongside a canal, making your kickabout session a little more cooling and shiok in the hot weather.
Address: 101 Jalan Rajah, Block 101, Singapore 321101
Located on the rooftop of Block 44A Beo Crescent’s car park is a futsal court that has old worn out walls, making you feel like you’re playing in Sao Paulo. TBH, playing here will make you feel like you’re reliving your childhood game of Fifa Street.
Address: 44A Beo Crescent, Singapore 162044
The Petir Street soccer court isn’t your run of the mill futsal court; it is decorated with yellow-shaped motifs, complimented with black strokes. Plus, there’s a sheltered basketball court right next to it if you want to switch sports mid-way.
Address: 219 Petir Road, Singapore 670219
Woodlands Block 582’s court is long and narrow, with gates fenced up high to prevent the ball from flying out. This makes it ideal to practise long shots. It’s also installed with a sound dampening fencing system, preventing residents on the other side from being disturbed.
Address: Woodlands Block 852, Singapore 730852
If you feel cramped out from smaller courts, Block 28’s New Upper Changi Road’s futsal court offers a bigger change of gameplay and scenery. Its cheerful colours also take it up a notch.
Address: 28 New Upper Changi Road, Singapore 460028
If Pasir Ris is your hood, check out Costa Ris futsal court with its urban street style aesthetic. Located under the East West Line, it’s mostly sheltered from the sun, so one won’t feel too hot when they’re balling out in the street.
Address: 526A Pasir Ris Street 51, Singapore 511526
Image credit: NChow via Google Maps
If you’re looking to play footy on grass for free, visit Teban Gardens Street Soccer Court. Renovated earlier this year, it is one of 2 futsal courts that uses artificial grass instead of a hard court. Although the fence is visibly lower, there’s an overhead netting system in place so the ball doesn’t hit nearby residents.
Address: Teban Neighbourhood Park, Teban Gardens Road
Senja Woods Futsal Court is another rare public court with grass. It’s slightly bigger than Teban Gardens, but doesn’t have an overhead net so don’t anyhow whack the ball sky high.
Address: Block 639 Senja Close, Singapore 670639
You may be aware of ActiveSG facilities such as ActiveSG gyms and swimming pools that are open to the public. Their facilities include futsal courts as well. Though not as many as badminton courts or basketball courts, we’ve found a few notable ones that are worth your buck.
Make a booking online via the ActiveSG website or app using your Singpass login. The slots are released daily at 8pm, so fastest fingers first.
Go to “book facility” and select “futsal” not “football” as that will lead you to book the large 11-aside football fields. Then, select your desired venue, date, and time.
There are so many things to do in Pasir Ris. For futsal games, you can head over to ActiveSG Pasir Ris Sports Centre for a fun sesh with your kakis. It’s very accessible, being a 10-minute walk from Pasir Ris MRT station. Plus, there’s a hawker centre downstairs for you to refuel after a hard workout.
The turf has also recently been revamped to be much smoother and ease pressure on the knees.
| Peak-hours (Mon-Fri 7pm-10pm | Sat-Sun 9am-7pm) | Non-peak hours (Mon-Fri 9am-7pm) | |
| Singapore citizens & PRs | $23.20/hour | |
| Foreigners | $30.20/hour | $23.20/hour |
Image credit: St Wilfred Field
Everyone knows that sometimes finding a place to play is harder than playing the actual sport. You don’t have to worry about having to wait for your turn to play at ActiveSG St Wilfred’s Sports Complex because has 2 fields available.
If you’re playing at night, from 7pm onwards, it’s slightly costlier as floodlights are needed to illuminate the field.
| Residency status | Peak-hours (Mon-Fri 7pm-10pm | Sat-Sun 7am-10pm) | Non-peak hours (Mon-Fri 9am-7pm) |
| Singapore citizens & PRs | $68.10/hour | $23.20/hour |
| Foreigners | $68.10/hour |
For multiple sporting amenities under one roof, ActiveSG Sport Village is your best bet. You can play tennis, pickleball, and hockey on their courts, alongside getting your cardio in on their jogging track.
Of course, you can also find a futsal court here. There are 2 futsal pitches here: a 7-a-side sized pitch and a regular 5-a-side pitch. If you managed to get the full squad together, an 11-a-side football field is also available.
Prices:
| Residency status | Peak-hours (Mon-Fri 7pm-10pm | Sat-Sun 7am-10pm) | Non-peak hours (Mon-Fri 9am-7pm) |
| Singapore citizens & PRs | $42.25/hour | $42.25/hour |
| Foreigners | $42.25/hour | $42.25/hour |
NSmen and family members of those who have served in the army are probably familiar with the various SAFRA outlets in Singapore. From splashing in an indoor water park to realxing in a spa, there are so many things to do in SAFRA, including playing futsal or football.
Members can book a futsal court online via the SAFRA website. However, guests will have to call the respective SAFRA outlets and inquire about the availability of bookings.
Image credit: Arch Daily
At the Choa Chu Kang SAFRA court, you get a bigger sized pitch that can easily accommodate even a 8-a-side game. It’s fully sheltered so any sudden rain won’t spoil the party. Plus, it’s open until 3am, so you don’t have to worry about missing out on your kickabout if you gotta OT.
Prices:
| Membership | Peak-hours (Mon-Fri 5pm-11pm | Sat-Sun & PH 7am-11pm) | Non-peak hours (Mon-Fri 7am-5pm | Mon-Sun & PH 11pm-3am) |
| SAFRA member | $196.20/2 hours | $255.10/2 hours | $137.35/2 hours |
| Guests | $196.20/2 hours | $255.10/2 hours | $165.35/2 hours |
SAFRA Tampines offers more affordable rates as compared to Choa Chu Kang and is more accessible to east-side residents. Plus, it’s near eateries like Springleaf Prata Place for supper after playing, if you decide to stay until their late opening hours of 1am. After all, you’ve worked out a big sweat so you deserve to treat yourself.
Prices:
| Membership | Peak-hours (Mon-Fri 5pm-7pm | Sat-Sun & PH 7am-5pm) | Non-peak hours (Mon-Fri 7am-5pm | Mon-Sun & PH 11pm-1am) |
| SAFRA member | $143.90/2 hours | $48/2 hours |
| Guests | $203.85/2 hours | $71.95/2 hours |
If you’re looking for a change of scenery and more greenery, SAFRA Mt Faber has an outdoor futsal court shrouded with trees. Its green and lush surroundings set a cabin retreat-like mood when you’re out playing with your buddies.
Prices:
| Membership | Peak-hours (Mon-Fri 5pm-11pm | Sat-Sun & PH 7am-11pm) | Non-peak hours (Mon-Fri 7am-5pm | Mon-Sun & PH 11pm-1am) |
| SAFRA member | $64.80/hour | $21.60/hour |
| Guests | $91.80/hour | $32.40/hour |
Go to the onePA website and login with your Singpass ID, email address, and phone number. Click on “facility”, then go to the section “futsal court”. Browse through the available slots and chope your place asap, as there aren’t that many onePA futsal courts around.
Siglap CC offers more affordable and versatile rates compared to most SAFRA courts. You can choose to book either half of the pitch for a snug 5-a-side game, or go all out for the full 7-a-side option. Plus, there is a McDonald’s downstairs and also an air-conditioned Kopitiam for you to refuel afterwards.
Price:
| Membership | Peak-hours (half of the pitch): (Mon-Fri 7pm-9pm | Sat-Sun 11am-9pm) | Non-peak hours (half of the pitch): Mon-Fri 11am-5pm | Peak-hours (full pitch): (Mon-Fri 7pm-9pm | Sat-Sun 11am-9pm) | Non-peak hours (full pitch): Mon-Fri 11am-5pm |
| Non-passion card holder | $80/2 hours | $40/2 hours | $160/2 hours | $80/2 hours |
| Passion card holder | $60/2 hours | $30/2 hours | $120/2 hours | $60/2 hours |
Book Siglap CC court.
You may be familiar with Woodlands Galaxy CC Observatory, but did you know that the community centre also has a futsal court? Northies can check out the hardcourt-style futsal court at Woodlands Galaxy CC, that’s versatile enough for other sports.
Price: Flat rate (Mon-Sun 10am-8pm): $2/hour
Book Woodlands Galaxy CC court.
Prices:
| Peak-hours (Mon-Fri 6pm-11pm | Sat-Sun & PH 8am-11pm) | Non-peak hours (Mon-Fri 8am-6pm | Mon-Sun & PH 11pm-1am) |
| $108/hour | $35/hour |
Book Funan Mall rooftop court.
After sweating it out, refuel with a football-themed dinner at Cafe Football, co-owned by Manchester United footballers, Gary Neville and Ryan Giggs. Try the classic Fish & Chips and watch football matches streamed there for a proper sports bar experience.
Prices:
| Peak-hours (Mon-Fri 5pm-10pm | Sat-Sun & PH 7am-10pm) | Non-peak hours (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) |
| $110/hour | $80/hour |
Book The Arena.
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The field can easily accommodate a 7-a-side game, so the more the merrier. You can choose to book for either an hour or two, which is the limit. Also, a $100 refundable deposit is required to book.
Prices:
| Peak-hours (Mon-Fri 7pm-9pm | Sat & PH 9am-9pm | Sun 3pm-9pm) | Non-peak hours (Mon-Fri 9am-7pm) |
| $60/hour | $60/hour | $50/hour | $30/hour |
HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok provides another option for those living in the west with 2 courts available to choose from. Do note that the maximum capacity allowed for this court is 10 pax. So, any extra folks won’t be allowed in, even if they’re substitutes.
Prices:
| Membership | Peak-hours Fri-Sun & PH 9am-7pm | 7pm-11pm | Non-peak hours (Mon-Thurs 8am-4pm | 4pm-8pm | 8pm-10pm |
| HomeTeamNS member | $81.50/2 hours | $91.68/2 hours | $40.75/2 hours | $81.50/2 hours | $91.68/2 hours |
| Guests | $74.77/2 hours | $140.19/2 hours | $81.50/2 hours | $142.65/2 hours | $152.80/2 hours |
Book HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok court.
Stadio Futsal is another rooftop court in this list, situated in the CBD. The artificial turf is the same quality as German Bundesliga teams and was used by our very own national team, so you can be sure of playing on a world class pitch. The pro-like experience is made more legit with comfy benches outside to view the action, an upgrade over squatting on the floor.
Do note that due to its prime location, it’s always in hot demand. We’d recommend booking in advance.
Prices:
| Peak-hours (Mon-Fri 5pm-10pm | Sat & PH 7am-10pm) | Non-peak hours (Mon-Fri 7am-5pm) |
| $150/hour | $120/hour |
Whether you want to play 5-aside or 7-aside, there are plenty of options all over the country to have a kickabout with your friends. From public to private courts, one thing is certain; you’ll be in for a fun time playing with your friends as if you’re Fandi Ahmad.
To book other sports facilities, check out:
Cover Image adapted from: @safracck & @b3njamin_ang via Instagram, Xun Yi Tan, Toby via Google Maps & TSL
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