Interview: MONSTER CAT

This quirky intense folk-rock band takes its name from the Japanese supernatural creature, the Bakeneko or “monster cat”. Group members Hentai Cat, Copy Cat, Psycho Cat, Zen Cat and Paper Cat, tell Hidayah Salamat about eating fetuses, their new album and best gigs.

The Moving Body (Robertson Walk)

Led by director Diego and fitness director Audrey, instructors at The Moving Body encourage freedom of movement through a system of coordinated stretching, strengthening and stability focused routines. Gyrotonic exercises using the pulley tower and mats, as well as professional physiotherapy are available so you can troubleshoot your aches and pains while maintaining a toned […]

Interview: The Sets Band

This eclectic group founded in 2010, plays mostly folk and blues tunes. Their vocalist Josh Tan, bassist Jin Sim, drummer Harold Lim and guitarist Marcus Lim talk to Chin Hui Wen about how they met, putting together original songs and their best gigs.

Absolute Yoga

On top of offering Hatha Flow and Yin yoga classes, this studio offers four types of hot yoga classes: Absolute, Bikram, silent Bikram and Hot Flow. Differing in pace and intensity, some classes are suitable for beginners while others require a bit of experience and a higher level of stamina. Call for an appointment. Interested […]

The Gym at Orchard

If you like exclusivity and don’t appreciate people watching you sweat all over the treadmill, check this place out. It’s small but has all the cardio, resistance and strength equipment you need. There are no floor-to-ceiling windows so you don’t feel like you’re performing for the bustling city crowd below. Trainers are available for whenever […]

Gold’s Gym

Tubs of weight gain powders in the window and ripped bodies passing through the door set this hole-in-the-wall establishment apart from Tanjong Pagar’s Koreatown stretch. Attracting Hollywood heavyweights such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Keanu Reeves, Gold’s Gym is known for its dedication to building mass, toning and conditioning all through personal […]

Evolve MMA (Selegie Road)

A world-class fighting gym where you can pick up skills in Brazilian Jujitsu, Muay Thai, boxing, wrestling, grappling and self defense. 

Evolve MMA

A world-class fighting gym where you can pick up skills in Brazilian Jujitsu, Muay Thai, boxing, wrestling, grappling and self defense. 

Energia

There’s particular emphasis on the personal training programs here, such as special training for those suffering from diabetes, obesity, hypertension and osteoporosis, kickboxing and the “Sweat with Nature” boot camp to burn calories and reduce stress. They also have an in-house café that serves up yummy yet healthy fare, which includes wholemeal wraps and green […]

California Fitness

One of the earliest mega gyms in Singapore and with four massive outlets spread around town, California Fitness offers some of the lowest membership rates here. Just as well-equipped as the competition, it’s also famous for its affiliation with movie star and martial arts expert Jackie Chan—who owns the Jackie Chan Sport outlet in Bugis—specializing […]