Massage in Singapore — even where English is common, your pass makes it perfect.
Singapore's massage scene is diverse and high-quality. But many therapists are from China, Thailand, or Malaysia — and prefer to work in their native language. A Massage Pass removes the last inch of friction.
English is common. Perfect communication isn't.
Singapore therapists often speak English, but many prefer Mandarin or Thai — especially for nuanced instructions. 'Medium-firm everywhere except my neck where I want light, and please skip the left knee' doesn't land perfectly in any second language.
What you'd need to say in Mandarin
Use these local phrases as a guide. Massage Pass stores the preferences behind them — pressure, focus areas, areas to avoid, health notes, and session vibe — in a shareable card.
Pressure levels
Light
轻力
qīng lì
Medium
中等力度
zhōng děng lì dù
Firm
用力
yòng lì
Deep
重力
zhòng lì
Common requests
Your pass keeps the important details ready before every session. No memorizing required.
Popular massages in Singapore
What to expect — and why your preferences matter for each one.
TCM Tui Na (Chinese therapeutic)
Firm acupressure-based massage targeting meridian points. Very intense by default — specify pressure clearly.
Foot reflexology
Precision pressure on reflex zones. A classic at Singapore's TCM chains. Let your therapist know about any foot injuries.
Traditional Thai massage
Common at Singapore's many Thai spa outlets. Stretching-heavy — note any mobility or injury concerns.
Swedish / deep tissue
Standard at hotel spas and international chains. Good English usually available here, but your pass still ensures consistency.
Singapore tips
Tipping
Tipping is not customary in Singapore. Service charges (10%) are typically included in the bill at most spas.
Pro tip
Singapore has strict licensing requirements for massage therapists. You're in good hands — a Massage Pass just ensures those hands work exactly the way you want.
Create your Massage Pass once. Use it everywhere in Singapore.
Fill in your preferences in 2 minutes. Get a private link. Share it with any therapist in Singapore before your session. They get a clear written brief with your pressure, focus areas, avoid areas, health notes, and notes. No new app, no repeated intake form.
Create your free Massage PassFree forever · Preference card only · Does not book or assign therapists
What Massage Pass does
Massage Pass is a free digital preference card. It stores your pressure level, focus areas, areas to avoid, health conditions, quiet-session preference, and notes, then gives you a private link or QR code to share. It is not a booking marketplace, therapist directory, medical advice service, or guaranteed translation for every local language.