Where could one go to escape the buzzing city life and unwind with family? Around almost every corner of Singapore, you’ll find a social club promptly situated — offering its members provision of brilliant benefits, including access to social and recreational facilities, activities and events.
These popular establishments provide you with the opportunity to explore Singapore’s multi-cultural heritage, alongside building new friendships and skills over relaxing visits and staycations!
Expat Choice recommends the following selection of social clubs for you to consider frequenting, especially newcomers to Singapore who’d appreciate a safe and welcoming environment to aid the family’s settlement into town. We are positive there’ll be one (or more) best suited for your needs — be it a weekend getaway for rejuvenation, adventure-filled family bonding, or a small taste of ‘home away from home'! - Image Credit: Changi Sailing Club Facebook Page
Raffles Town Club
Conceived with the purpose of reviving the Old English tradition of exquisite and elegant urban living — Raffles Town Club has since grown to be one of the most impressive social clubs in the country. Dedicated efforts towards satisfying the lifestyle needs of Members and their guests show in its top-of-the-line facilities, beautiful environment, and an outstanding array of glamorous events and customised activities. There’s a car grooming centre and preschool within this social club, and other highlights include a tennis court, gym, video games and billiards room, gym, bowling alley and more. In addition to F&B programmes and member events, RTC offers movie screenings, educational talks and workshops, fitness classes, and houses five dining options to choose from. - Image Credit: Raffles Town Club Facebook Page
Belgian Luxembourg Association of Singapore (BLAS)
This not-for-profit organisation was born with the objective to promote Belgian—Luxembourg and Singapore exchanges. Similar to ANZA, BLAS doesn’t hold a clubhouse of its own, but the association sees its volunteers annually organising 50+ engaging social and recreational events for its members. Considerately suiting everyone’s tastes — from members-only diners and business networking to cooking classes and sports leagues, it’s a popular way to retain a bit of home. Whatever your reasons for joining BLAS may be, this circle promises you plenty of opportunities to meet new people, build friendships and add enjoyment and fun-filled memories to your stay in Singapore. - Image Credit: BLAS website
a. 309 Jln Kampong Chantek, Singapore 587962
w. blas.org.sg
The Hollandse Club
Not only popular for being Singapore’s most family-friendly members’ club, the Hollandse Club has another big plus point — it offers some of the lowest membership fees around town. Founded over a century ago, and proud of its Dutch heritage, this long-standing club extends open doors to all nationalities. Within its inclusive community, core emphasis is placed on family events, play and activities. Along with a gorgeous tropical swimming pool, the club offers an excellent range of fitness and sports programmes; including yoga and meditation classes, triathlon, and both adult and youth sports teams. Parents can also look forward to trivia and comedy nights, poolside parties with DJs and alfresco dinners with live music. - Image Credit: Hollandse Club Singapore Facebook Page
Japanese Association Singapore
The Japanese Association is a trending and welcoming social club for Japanese families residing in Singapore. One of the objectives of this century-old establishment is to become an international cultural exchange ground for people to meet, chat and relax. Find everything from authentic Japanese cuisine and a dedicated karaoke room, to a children’s library and special medical clinic with Japanese doctors (and Singaporean doctors who speak Japanese). Current memberships are categorised by Ordinary, Associate and Corporate members. - Image Credit: The Japanese Association Facebook Page
Changi Sailing Club
Head to Singapore’s North-east coast, and discover the secret hideaway of Changi Sailing Club. If you’re a sailing enthusiast — you’re bound to love the yearly cruise trips, scenic views, equipment rental options, members-only activities and discounts at reciprocal clubs. For a weekend family getaway — you could book a picturesque chalet and enjoy a chilled out barbeque together, or perhaps venture into CSC's 20-metre pool where you can lounge and lap about with pleasure! The club invites you to join in their own version of paradise and experience the sheer joy of breezy sailing. - Image Credit: Changi Sailing Club Facebook Page
Marina Country Club
The only private country club amenity in Singapore open to the public is Marina Country Club — so you have the option to bring friends along during your visits. Not only that, It provides an extremely affordable experience to reach your aims of relaxation and leisure. This social club offers a great variety of sea sports and water-based activities such as; wakeboarding, diving trips, water-skiing, deep-sea fishing and memorable sunset cruises. While tanking up on Vitamin Sea — there’s a range of bars perfect for an evening of tipples and beers. Additionally, an attractive range of enrichment programmes and holiday camps for younger members are available and taught by professionally trained coaches.- Image Credit: Marina Country Club Facebook Page
a. 11 Northshore Dr, Singapore 828670
ANZA
ANZA was founded with the mission of providing friendship and support amongst the Australian and New Zealand families based in Singapore. Over its 73 year journey thus far, ANZA has grown to a membership base of 7000+, constituting a range of multiple nationalities. In representing a diverse and inclusive association, it holds a long history of welcoming newcomers to Singapore and supporting its members with a range of events, sports, interest groups, networking and volunteering opportunities. Members value the strong sense of community and connection, particularly expats living away from home and their loved ones. While there is no clubhouse to it’s name, it does have an extremely active social calendar (the annual ANZA ball is a major highlight!), sports leagues for adults and children alike and an impactful charity arm. - Image Credit: ANZA Singapore Facebook Page
a. 261A Beach Rd, Singapore 199541
w. anza.org.sg
The British Club
Founded in 1983, The British Club is Singapore’s only Hilltop Retreat, a unique private community where members of 50+ nationalities and their families enjoy superb facilities, outstanding restaurants and a high level of dedicated service. Surrounded by Bukit Timah’s lush greenery, this club covers an expansive area of more than 5,900 square feet in secluded grounds — comprising four restaurants and seven banquet venues, with an unparalleled range of sporting and family-oriented facilities. Additionally, it provides activities such as crafting groups, book clubs, a toddler playgroup and recreational mahjong. TBC strives to exceed one’s expectations of what a social club is meant to be, and faithfully lives up to this reputation. - Image Credit: The British Club Singapore Facebook Page
The American Club
Strategically located in the heart of Singapore’s Orchard business district, The American Club is an exclusive sanctuary for members to enjoy life’s little luxuries and conveniences, with a plethora of recreational, dining and wellness options. It’s award winning staff sets the standard for exemplary customer service, facilities and hospitality. From casual poolside dining to the spa, kids club, state of the art gym, library, catering services or dry cleaning — this one feels like a jackpot winner! Families will appreciate the indoor play area spanning four levels — two are allocated for family and tweens; one houses a cosmic bowling alley and the other is for toddlers and babies. Escape from the hustle and bustle of life and explore its hidden treasures, gaining the chance to experience why this club is fondly considered a ‘home away from home’ for members overseas and locals alike. - Image Credit: The American Club Singapore Facebook Page
German Association
‘Herzlich Willkommen in Singapur!’ German-speaking families who are new to Singapore will find The German Association to be a welcoming point of entry and a friendly support system towards aiding their settlement in town. Just like many of the other social clubs, it organises many social, sports and networking events, enabling members to make friends easily. As for the club’s main highlight — without a doubt the famous annual Oktoberfest celebrations take first place. - Image Credit: German Association - Deutsches Haus Facebook Page
a. 4 Battery Rd, Singapore 049908
