If you want to avoid the crowds while shopping in the North, a suggestion would be to check out Sembawang Shopping Centre, a 4-storey commercial development. Don’t expect brand-new facilities or diverse options, however, as the mall was last refurbished in 2007 and re-opened in Dec 2008. Wondering what to buy at Sembawang Shopping Centre?
Franchise tenants at Sembawang Shopping Centre include Anytime Fitness and Giant. But did you know that there is a small number of indie stores at Sembawang Shopping Centre?
Here’s what else to buy at Sembawang Shopping Centre with our list of 11 indie stores. We define an indie store as one with 5 or fewer outlets across Singapore.
1. Raymond Maids (#B1-05)
Founded in 1989, Raymond Maids has over 3 decades of experience in maid services and specialised caregiver employment in Singapore. With 5 offices in Singapore and overseas training facilities, they are committed to providing the highest quality of service to clients.
All their helpers undergo a training programme to ensure that they are equipped with the necessary skills to work upon deployment. Basic English is also taught during the training programme, providing a foundation for them as they embark on their journey in Singapore.
The agency carries 3 nationalities of maids, 1) Indonesian (from S$550/month), 2) Filipino (from S$620/month) and 3) Myanmar (from S$450/month). Indonesian helpers are the largest group of domestic helpers here, followed by Filipinos and Burmese.
2. Boulder Planet (#B1-22/23)
Boulder Planet is a rock climbing gym in Singapore. They emphasise the importance of collaboration in climbing together, aiming to ignite the same passion for climbing in others.
Their Entry Passes (Single Entry Pass for S$33, 5x Entry Passes for S$135 & 10x Entry Passes for S$220) are for those who want flexible access to their gyms. They are also shareable, making it easier to experience the joy of climbing with friends and relatives.
If you are in for the long haul, their Monthly Plans (S$59/month for 4 entries/month, S$92/month for 8 entries/month & S$121/month for unlimited entries) offer tiered access. You not only enjoy preferential entry rates but also perks, including 10% off in-store retail purchases. Note that however, there is a one-time registration fee (S$98).
3. One Optique (#01-07)
One Optique has a branch at Sembawang Shopping Centre. It offers a variety of eyewear, lenses and express services, rounded up with excellent customer service. Eyewear brands that the optical shop carries include Prada, Notti, Dotted and Ray-Ban.
They sell spectacle frames and lens packages (1 Frame + 1 Lens) that start from S$48 to over S$700. Enjoy a 1-for-1 deal (2 Frames + 2 Lens) for S$128 or S$168.
They also have an ongoing 1-for-1 Myopia Lens package (S$580) where you will be able to get a free Essilor Stellest tinted lenses when you buy a pair of clear lenses.
4. The Dance Station (#01-19/20)
The Dance Station is a leading dance school in Singapore. With 4 branches across the country, they hold both syllabus and non-syllabus dance lessons for all ages and abilities.
Sign up for a trial class (S$10.90) for them to determine your child’s aptitude. For Grade 1 ballet, 1 term lasts for 3 months with 10 to 13 lessons (S$35/lesson before GST).
They have an ongoing promotion for adults, where the first 50 adult sign-ups will be able to enjoy a discounted 20-class (S$24/class before GST) or a 10-class package (S$26/class before GST). Dances offered include Ballet, Sculpt & Tone, and Variation (variety of styles, such as Classical Ballet). Presently, only female students have enrolled.
5. Beebit (#02-08)
Beebit is a gaming arcade in Singapore that is filled with claw machines. Items that you can catch include cute Pop-Mart toy plushies (S$2 for 2 Play and S$10 for 12 Play).
Otherwise, you can redeem tokens from the game machine (S$50 for 115 Tokens, S$20 for 43 Tokens, S$10 for 21 Tokens, S$5 for 10 Tokens & S$2 for 4 Tokens). You can then exchange bought tokens for play sessions at the claw machines (1-2 Tokens/Play).
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6. Alan & Guys (#02-09)
Alan & Guys is a hairdresser in Singapore that is committed to providing customers with exceptional haircare services and use only top-of-the-line products. Their team of stylists are always ready and constantly upgrade themselves to bring out the shine in your locks.
For males, a Haircut costs S$25 and a Haircut + Washing costs S$35. Meanwhile, for females, a Haircut costs S$35 and a Haircut + Washing for S$48 (middle-length hair).
7. Chop Kong Chong (#02-13)
Wondering what else to buy at Sembawang Shopping Centre? If your child requires school uniforms for the new year, pay Chop Kong Chong a visit. Do note that the store does not have uniforms for all schools, so you might want to check with them before heading down.
For Jiemin Primary School, a Size 28 Shirt/Blouse is priced at S$10.50 and a Size 28 Shorts for Boys is priced at S$11. Meanwhile, a Skirt 28 Skirt for girls costs S$10.
8. 5B (#02-15)
Opened in 2004, 5B provides a diverse selection of household products and kitchen wares imported from Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand, Hong Kong, China, Japan and the United States.
Culinary products include the Rice Cooker (S$85), 45-Litre Electric Oven (S$115), Impact Sauce Pot (S$55), Tea Kettle (S$15.90) and Classic Frying Pan (S$35).
Household products include the Lace Table Cloth (S$14.40), a Plastic Mug (S$0.90), Divano Pitcher (S$15), Lava Canister (S$16.80) and a Plastic Container (S$4.80).
9. Skye Organic Hair Spa (#02-18)
At Skye Organic Hair Spa, your well-being, looks, and enjoyment are their key concerns. They aim to create occasions tailor-made for you in their intimate boutique environment.
When I visited, they had a promotion for first-time customers of S$78 for Organic Hair Colour (suitable for all hair lengths). For first-time customers, they have a S$58 Trial for 5-in-1 Hydrating Facial, which unlocks the essence of hydrogen to nourish your skin.
For Men, a Haircut will set you back by S$42, a Short Haircut for Women by S$48, Medium Hair by S$55, Long Hair by S$60 and Extra Long Hair by S$68. The 24K Keratin Package that repairs hair costs S$228 for Men, S$268 for Women (Short Hair), S$288 for Medium Hair, S$338 for Long Hair and S$385 for Extra Long Hair.
10. The Wonderful World of Whimsy (#02-22)
The Wonderful World of Whimsy is an indoor amusement arcade. It offers a variety of games designed to bring joy to visitors of all ages, such as classic arcade games and more.
Compared to Beebit, it is more value-for-money as they give you more tokens (S$50 for 300 Tokens, S$10 for 55 Tokens, S$5 for 20 Tokens and S$2 for 8 Tokens) for the same amount of money. While their games also require 1-2 tokens to play, some of the lucrative claw machines where you can win jumbo-sized plushies, can cost you 7 tokens.
You can also redeem prizes such as a Marvel Avengers Endgame Iron Man Figurine (36,000 points) or the Transformers Generations Legacy Model (16,000 points).
Buy a card for S$2. If you lose your card and need a new one, it will cost you S$10.
11. Raiders Martial Arts (#02-23)
Raiders Martial Arts Studio provides a variety of martial arts and fitness-related classes.
Their Taekwondo lessons cost S$390 per term (10 lessons of 50 minutes each). For siblings or parent-and-child, pay a discounted rate of S$330/person. After one term, you will be able to buy an Exclusive Starter Kit (S$60). The kit, worth up to S$145, comes with a Dobok uniform (S$110), a Club-T-Shirt (S$20) and a Club Bag (S$15).
Their Hapkido lessons cost S$390 per term (10 lessons of 50 minutes each). For siblings or parent-and-child, pay a discounted rate of S$330/person. After one term, you will be able to buy an Exclusive Starter Kit (S$80). The kit, worth up to S$170, comes with a Dobok uniform (S$130), a Club-T-Shirt (S$25) and a Club Bag (S$15).
For both Taekwondo and Hapkido lessons, be sure to pay a Refundable Deposit (S$150).
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Sembawang Shopping Centre
604 Sembawang Road, Singapore 758459
Sembawang Shopping Centre
604 Sembawang Road, Singapore 758459
