5 wellness things to do this weekend, August 16-18, in Hong Kong, including a tango class
How do you want to spend this weekend? A half-day retreat on Lantau offers the ancient cacao ceremony, kundalini yoga, a glimpse into the Akashic records, and an ecstatic dance ceremony.
You could hang out in a hammock letting the sounds of gongs drown out your anxiety and stress, learn new dance steps, visit a wellness expo, or learn a new racquet sport.
You are spoiled for choice.
1. Floating Zen at Red Doors Studio on Sunday
Treat yourself to a relaxing Sunday with Yumi and Stephanie at Red Doors Studio, as they combine the immersive power of gongs with the healing energy of reiki.
The gongs’ vibrations relax the mind, release tension, and are supposed to promote healing on physical, emotional, and spiritual levels.
This Sunday’s sessions are from 10.30am to 11.45am, and from 12.30pm to 1.45pm, and are in English, Cantonese, or Japanese. You can either use a hammock or a mat.
Each session, which is open to anyone aged 12 and above, ends with home-made spiced tea and brownies and costs HK$350, with discounts for seniors and full-time students.
All equipment is provided; just bring your own comfortable clothes, although you are welcome to bring your own crystals to be recharged.
For details and to book, click here.
Red Doors Studio, Flat A, Floor 21, Lee Fund Centre, 31 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Hong Kong, tel: 2110 0152
2. Half-day retreat of exploration and renewal at Pause Studio
Fiona Teo and Noel Tuan present this transformative half-day retreat on Saturday, designed to rejuvenate your spirit and ignite your inner light.
It opens with a talk on the Akashic Records, to gain insights into your soul’s journey and participate in a guided experience to access these records. A Kundalini yoga session follows, to awaken your inner energy and align your mind, body, and spirit through breathwork movement and meditation.
Fiona will perform a sacred cacao ceremony, an ancient ritual that nurtures connection and self-love.
She will then lead a 5 elemental ecstatic dance, guiding participants through the energies of earth, water, fire, air, and spirit, to explore your inner world and embody your true essence on a journey of self-discovery through movement.
The retreat begins at 12.30 and ends after 6pm. The cost is HK$1,150.
Pause Studio, 8 Ngan Kwong Wan Road, Mui Wo, Lantau Island, Hong Kong
3. Otrotango Dance Studio
Said to be a “three-minute love affair when you dance with all your heart,” Argentine tango is one of the most romantic and intimate dance styles.
Headed by champion tango dancers Raymond Chu and Lily Cheng, Otrotango will have you dancing Argentine tango in no time, with classes tailored to everyone from beginners to advanced learners.
There is no need to bring a partner (although you can) as partners are rotated during each class, with the number of men to women balanced as closely as possible.
Trial classes run on most Sundays – the next one with available spots is on August 25 at 2.15pm – but you can jump straight into beginner classes, which are held on several days of the week, including Saturdays.
The fee for a trial class is HK$210 per person or HK$180 for early bird bookings, made seven days in advance. Advance registration is required. Packages are available for regular group classes.
Room 1901, Sunbeam Commercial Building, 469-471 Nathan Rd, Yau Ma Tei. WhatsApp 9257 2195 or email here to register.
4. Beauty and Wellness Expo
Head to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai this weekend to check out the Beauty and Wellness Expo, one of three expos open to the public running concurrently until Monday.
Discover the latest in healthcare, skincare, and haircare products, with samples and demonstrations. Spa products, fitness training equipment, and available courses will also be featured, and experts will be answering questions.
Expect some fun fitness challenges and shows, including a Zumba fitness presentation on Saturday from 5.45pm to 6.15pm, and a sand painting experience workshop from 10.15am to 11.45am.
One ticket, priced from HK$10 to HK$40, also gives access to the Food Expo and Home Delights Expo, all under one roof.
For details, click here.
For ticketing information and opening hours, click here.
5. Saturday Night Pickleball at Kings Park Tennis Centre
Keen to try your hand at pickleball, the trendy relatively new racquet game that’s been catching on around the world? The non-profit South China Athletic Association is making time available at the Kings Park Tennis Centre at 6 Wylie Road in Kowloon for members to play this game on Saturday nights.
Not an SCAA member? You may want to consider joining. A regular one-year membership is HK$250. That enables you to join all sorts of activities at SCAA facilities – including tennis, yoga, swimming, fencing, indoor shooting, mixed martial arts, billiards, bowling – for a small fee for each session. For membership details, click here.
An SCAA Saturday pickleball evening pass costs HK$80 per person and gives access from 6pm to 10pm.
For details, and to buy passes online, click here. If you have any questions, call 2388 8154 or coach Sunny at 6978 2300.
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