Description

The craze for the emerging sport of pickleball continues! The brand-new Wan Chai landmark, Hopewell Centre Shopping Arcade, has joined hands with STACKD PICKLEBALL, the largest pickleball court in the city and the first to be located inside a mall on Hong Kong Island, to launch the city's first-ever pickleball-themed carnival – 'PICKLEBALL VILLAGE'. From 22 March to 6 April, for a total of 16 days, a grand party combining sports experiences, recreational competitions, and leisure entertainment will be held at the Atrium on the 3rd floor of the mall, allowing everyone from sports novices to enthusiasts to fully immerse themselves and experience the charm of pickleball. The aim is to cultivate and promote pickleball culture and encourage the whole community to take up sports. During the event, the Atrium will be transformed into a temporary pickleball court, complete with ample and proper sports equipment and veteran coaches on hand to offer guidance, so that everyone can try out the sport with peace of mind, fully experiencing the benefits of this activity that combines fat-burning and body-strengthening. Different fitness classes, pickleball workshops, and fun experiences will be held on weekends, so that everyone can relax and unwind after working up a sweat, playing to their heart's content all day long. What's more, the mall will be giving away a total of HK$1 million in electronic cash coupons, so that the pickleball craze can sweep across the entire city.

Temporary pickleball court to energize the sports spirit of the whole community

The city's first-ever pickleball-themed carnival will be held at the Atrium on the 3rd floor of Hopewell Centre Shopping Arcade from 22 March to 6 April 2025. A temporary pickleball court will be set up in the Atrium in accordance with international standards, occupying an area of over 1,700 sq. ft. Everything from the height of the net to the line markings will be the same as in a professional venue, allowing everyone to experience the excitement and fun of pickleball to the fullest. STACKD PICKLEBALL will not only provide professional pickleball equipment on-site, including paddles and standard balls, but will also have veteran coaches on hand to offer guidance. All you need to do is wear light sportswear and you can try out the sport on the spot, swinging your paddle with all your might and smashing the ball at the net to unleash your potential and sporting spirit! During the event, if you make an electronic consumption of HK$100 or more at Hopewell Cluster merchants, you can try out the sport for free for 20 minutes; if you make a purchase at designated shops, you can enjoy an extra 20 minutes (a total of 40 minutes) of play; and Hopewell Club members can redeem a one-hour pickleball play experience with professional coaching (you can form your own group of 2 to 8 people to play together) with 3,000 points.

At the same time, there will be promotional displays by different sports brands, promoting pickleball activities while advocating a healthy lifestyle and community enjoyment. Details are as follows:

● JOOLA is a leading brand in the world of pickleball, renowned for its high-quality paddles, balls, and accessories. The latest Pro IV and Agassi/Graf Pro paddles will be on display at the venue.

● WOWLLY is a well-known Canadian pickleball equipment brand that will showcase its colorful and fashionable paddles, clothing, and accessories at the venue, leading the way in pickleball trends.

● Technogym is a leading global brand in high-end sports equipment. On 22 and 23 March, the public will be able to participate free of charge in its latest Technogym Checkup experience, which combines various indicators into a Wellness Age™ to assess physical and cognitive performance.

● ONYX by GO24 Fitness will offer fascia stick training at the venue on 26 March and 2 April. The public can participate free of charge, effectively activating muscles and improving joint flexibility, as well as performing targeted stretches. Fascia stick training also helps to reduce the risk of injury, promote recovery, and effectively relieve long-standing shoulder and neck pain.

● Helix Wellness will hold free body flexibility training courses at the venue every weekend from 10 am to 12 noon, with targeted training designed to improve joint pain and body flexibility. There will also be on-site physical therapists providing free consultations.

Weekend-only exciting programs: design your own pickleball, face painting experiences, and more to enhance the carnival atmosphere

The three weekends during the event will be packed with even more exciting programs, including a 'Colorful Pickleball DIY Workshop', 'Fun Face Painting Experience', and a dream-like cotton candy machine. After intense matches, you can relax and enjoy a well-deserved break, making your holiday a memorable one. Instructors will teach painting techniques and work with participants to unleash their creativity on the hollow balls used exclusively in pickleball, designing unique patterns. Face painters will also be on hand to paint participants' faces with specially designed graphics related to the theme of pickleball, adding a touch of glamour to the joyful carnival. There will also be a dream-like cotton candy machine at the venue, with staff creating cotton candy infused with pickleball-themed elements. You can take the most IG-able photos with the super cute, soft and fluffy candy. During the event, if you make an electronic purchase of HK$100 or more on the same day at Hopewell Cluster merchants, you can redeem a spot in one of the above activities.

Giving away a total of HK$1 million in electronic cash coupons

To take the carnival's festive atmosphere to new heights, the mall will be offering a total of HK$1 million in electronic cash coupons, allowing everyone to enjoy eating, drinking, playing, and having fun at even more affordable prices. Hopewell Club members who make an electronic purchase of HK$500 or more on the same day at Hopewell Cluster merchants can get a 'Hopewell Centre Shopping Arcade Selected Merchants HK$300 Electronic Cash Coupon', ensuring that everyone goes home with a full load.

undefined