Swimming can be an enjoyable way to spend your summer days with friends and family while providing numerous health benefits – reducing stress, enhancing mental wellbeing and increasing energy levels are just a few examples of these advantages. Studies have even shown that just three times weekly swimming could increase metabolism by up to 20%! So if you want a fantastic activity this season that will leave you feeling great, why not hit one of Hongkong’s amazing pools!
The Aquatic Centre, one of the newest additions to Victoria Harbour, boasts an aesthetically pleasing architectural design and houses an Olympic-sized diving pool as well as two leisure swimming pools for leisure swimming and water sports activities like kayaking and windsurfing. Situated just metres away from Victoria Harbour’s eastern shore, the Aquatic Centre can be easily reached using either bus 23A (which terminates short of it) or minibus 20C, both easily accessible public transit options.
For those wanting an unforgettable swimming experience, look no further than Ritz Carlton’s indoor pool on the 118th floor of the International Commerce Center! Boasting floor to ceiling windows and mirrored ceilings that make you feel as if you are swimming above clouds, LED walls feature images of coral reefs and clouds for an enchanting sensory treat!
L9 Pool Bar and Gym at Angsana Spa by Banyan Tree not only boasts stunning aesthetics but offers stunning views of Hong Kong’s skyline as well. Designed by Rocco Yim, this space seamlessly marries form and function to provide an elegant, relaxing oasis.
Due to coronavirus restrictions, the pool is only open for members; gym and spa remain closed to public use. Families with kids will want to visit this pool as it features waterslides and water shooters to keep little ones entertained as well as an elaborate pirate ship!
HKASA, established as a non-profit organisation in 1953 to promote swimming in Hong Kong, seeks to engage the participation of all age groups in both competitive and recreational swimming in their region. Swimming is a healthy and enjoyable form of recreation that promotes physical fitness while contributing to mental and emotional wellness. Over 10,000 members currently belong to this association. Professional coaches at HKASA are highly-skilled in providing swimming lessons of the highest standard; to find out more information please visit its website. HKASA has also set up a fund dedicated to offering financial support for elite swimmers affected by coronavirus restrictions; donations have totalled more than HK$7 Million since its creation and over 300 swimmers and their parents have received assistance as a result of this fund.