Think of affordable things to do in Singapore and SAFRA activities would probably be the first that comes to mind. And they’re accessible to everyone too, not just NSmen. In fact, there are various facilities from swimming pools to bowling alleys, and even an air weapons range for people of all ages.
We’ve compiled a list of activities you can do at SAFRA clubs. Whether you’re considering your next paktor venue or thinking about trying a new sport, you’re bound to find something that piques your interest.
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Situated in SAFRA Punggol is Splash @ Kidz Amaze, Singapore’s first indoor water playground. With 5 slides and 8 play decks interconnected by climbing structures, the indoor playground has many opportunities for children of all ages to learn and discover through play. Toddlers can waddle through the shallow play area, while older children can have a go at the 5m-tall slides.
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The unlimited play time means the kiddos will get to splash around to their heart’s content.
Splash @ Kidz Amaze review: “Fun indoor water playground to bring your kids! One thing to note is that the second highest slide is actually more scary than the highest slide, so don’t let the height fool you~ other than that, this playground is toddler friendly as there is a zone in front of the toilet that’s suitable for small kids” – Chaos Foo via Google
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Travel back in time as you surround yourself with wall-to-wall exhibits of vintage-looking items in this cafe – from Game Boys to vinyl records, and even the orange $0.10 payphone.
Other than filling your tummy, you might even leave with a piece of souvenir from their vintage sale.
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Besides a piece of nostalgia pie, Old Habits Boutique & Cafe at SAFRA Mount Faber serves up a variety of Asian and Western dishes on its menu. Some recommended dishes include Sambal Chicken Burger ($15.90) and Old Habits Coconut Kueh ($9.90).
Old Habits Boutique & Cafe review: “Love the food here. There are many options and all are delicious, especially the Sambal chicken burger, pesto pasta (vegetarian), beef bolognese, and aglio olio. Also provides a wide range of drinks. The game machines add to the vintage atmosphere.” – aikhy via Google
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Get to be James Bond 007 for a day at the Indoor Air Weapons Range, located at SAFRA Yishun. Equipped with a 33-lane Competition Range, this indoor air weapons range is where all the pros go for national and regional shooting competitions. It also has the latest Electronic Target System installed, so you can easily track and calculate your score with each shot.
Equipment for the shooting experience.
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If you’re no pro at shooting, an introductory course covering the safety rules and shooting techniques is provided to get you prepared prior to the activity.
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7th Heaven KTV & Cafe at SAFRA Tampines is exactly what it sounds like, a cafe by day and a music bar by night – complete with 15 private entertainment rooms. You don’t have to worry about your stomach grumbling to the music while you sing your hearts out, either. There’s a food menu with bites such as Garlicky Honey Paprika Wings ($11.90) and Spam Fries ($10.90).
KTV and food – a great combo.
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Besides a karaoke system, this venue is equipped with a pool table, game consoles, dice, and card and board games. You might even be lucky and chance upon live music and open-concept karaoke on certain nights. Rates start from $12/hour for 2 pax for the room only and $80/3 hours for 2 pax for room and dining. Check out 7th Heaven’s website for the full price list.
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7th Heaven KTV & Cafe review: “What an amazing experience at 7th Heaven! We celebrated a birthday lunch in their café with a karaoke room, and everyone had such a wonderful time. The food was great, and the cake and pastry from Taira Pastry were delicious. A big shout-out to Lynn and her team for their excellent service. They were incredibly helpful and attentive, making sure every detail was taken care of.” – Carol via Google
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Score a strike or even a spare. Sonic Bowl is a bowling centre that charges only $4/game, making the sport accessible to all age groups. For young bowlers, lane bumpers are present to prevent the ball from heading straight into the gutter.
Cosmic Bowl.
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For an alternative to clubbing, have more wholesome night outs with their Cosmic Bowl instead. This takes place every Saturday and public holiday night from 9pm at all Sonic Bowl outlets. Bowl with glow-in-the-dark fluorescent balls while enjoying the dance music and disco-like atmosphere. Foosball tables, iDart machines, pool tables, and claw machines are also within reach.
Check out the full list of Sonic Bowl locations.
Image credit: FOREST5 Darts Cafe via Facebook
Enjoy frozen Sapporo beer on tap at an affordable price while you try to hit the bullseye at FOREST5 Darts Cafe, located at SAFRA Mount Faber. Equipped with 20 Dartslive2 Electronic Dartboards and 4 traditional Steeltip boards, it’s the perfect spot for post-work dart sessions with your colleagues.
If darts is not your thing, they also have a pool table and karaoke available to keep you entertained.
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Located at SAFRA Toa Payoh, Lagoon Billiard Room has 9 snooker tables and 8 pool tables to enjoy a few games while you chill out with your friends. The rates for the tables start from $10/hour.
For serious players, there are recording services that might be helpful as they allow you to rewatch your match and learn from any mistakes. There’s also a sports bar with an LED Display if you want to chill, especially when relaxing in between games.
Opening hours: Sun-Wed 10am-1am | Thu-Sat & PH eve 10am-3am
Always wanted to play at various courses around the world? Experience it virtually here.
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If playing at a golf course sounds intimidating, especially when you’re just trying out a new sport, Premier Golf may be a good starting point. From choosing your clubs to selecting a bay, this indoor golf facility at SAFRA Mount Faber is a good alternative to an actual golf country club and is suitable for all ages.
The indoor short game area, with slopes and even an indoor sand bunker.
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Beginners and children above 3 can sign up for unique structured lessons. There’s also a Driving Range Practice mode that displays accurate club and ball data with instant video playback to analyse one’s golf swing. Take your pick from 20 world-renowned courses – or even your favourite local golf course – with the most realistic graphics.
Opening hours: Wed-Fri 2pm-10pm | Sat & Sun 9am-10pm (Closed on Mondays & Tuesdays)
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It’s no secret that Singaporeans love the outdoors – that, plus exploring it on 2 wheels. Enter Bike Stop at SAFRA Punggol, where you can rent a bicycle and ride all the way to East Coast Park to return it there.
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They have a wide range of bicycles available for rent – from mountain bikes to 4-seater family bikes. Rental starts from $12/hour depending on the type of bike, and there’s a $6 surcharge if you’re returning it at ECP instead of SAFRA Punggol.
Venue: SAFRA Punggol, 9 Sentul Crescent, #01-04A, Singapore 828654
Opening hours: Fri-Sun 9am-8pm | Tue & PH 9am-8pm (by appointment only, call 9830 3117) | Closed on Mon, Wed & Thu
Dinoland has closed down since 17th August 2025.
Masego Spa has permanently closed their SAFRA Jurong outlet since 14th November 2024. They have moved to Mary Chia at Jurong Gateway instead.
You can explore the 7 SAFRA outlets at Jurong, Choa Chu Kang, Mount Faber, Punggol, Tampines, Toa Payoh and Yishun.
You don’t need a SAFRA membership to participate in the activities in this list. However, some SAFRA facilities like swimming pools, gyms, and members’ lounges are exclusive to SAFRA members.
Other than the clubhouse facilities, SAFRA members get to enjoy members’ rates for SAFRA activities, as well as perks and discounts at over 3,000 partnering products and services across Singapore.
Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) National Servicemen (NSmen), full-time National Servicemen (NSFs), or SAF regulars can sign up for a principal SAFRA membership (from $87.20 for 2 years). Their female spouses or their children aged between 5-20 could also sign up for a dependent SAFRA membership (from $43.60 for 2 years).
You can sign up for a SAFRA membership online or via the SAFRA Mobile App. If you prefer to do things the traditional way, you could also mail in an application form to m.marketing@safra.sg or head down to any of the SAFRA clubs between 9am to 9pm. Do remember to bring along your supporting documents.
SAFRA clubs have some of the most diverse activities, with facilities all under one roof. Hey, you can even spend an entire day there hopping from one activity to another.
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Cover image adapted from: Klook, 7th Heaven KTV & Cafe, Eugene Y. via Foursquare, FOREST5 Darts Cafe via Facebook
Originally published on 20th February 2023. Last updated by Ong Rui En on 2nd April 2026.
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