Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park unveils new outdoor sport courts and innovative play area

Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP), Hong Kong's largest integrated sport and entertainment hub is is committed to fostering an inclusive community and has unveiled its new outdoor zone in the North Garden, transforming it into a vibrant hotspot for sport and play.

The new facilities feature a Covered Court and a Beach Ball Court, both launched in July, along with a Multi-Purpose Tennis Court set to open in the third quarter of this year.

Additionally, the expansive 4,300 square metre Playfield 5, a family-friendly playground inspired by the Chinese Five Elements opened this week catering to visitors of all ages and embodying a vision of ‘Sports for All’.

John Sharkey, Chief Executive of Kai Tak Sports Park noted "Kai Tak Sports Park is committed to providing the community with diverse sports facilities and activities, encouraging the public to actively participate in sports. With the launch of the new outdoor sports zone and Playfield 5, all sports facilities within the Sports Park will be fully open to the public. This allows citizens to build a healthy lifestyle while creating joyful, shared moments for families of all ages."

Play Anytime, Rain or Shine: Covered Court and Beach Ball Court Now Open
The new Covered Court is perfect for a range of urban sports , including 3-on-3 basketball, futsal and handball, and also exciting emerging sports, including pickleball, dodgeball, dodgebee, and teqball, offering the public a versatile and dynamic sporting experience. Meanwhile, the Beach Ball Court can host two simultaneous beach volleyball matches and is also suitable for beach tennis and beach football events. Equipped with a misting cooling system and washing facilities, this court enhances comfort and provides an enjoyable experience for both athletes and spectators.

New Outdoor Standard Tennis Court to Open in the Third Quarter
Set to open in the third quarter, the Multi-Purpose Tennis Court features three standard courts with a flexible design that allows conversion into basketball or volleyball courts. The courts are suitable for training, community activities and as warm-up venues during major competitions held at KTSP. This innovative design enhances the overall synergy of the Sports Park’s sport facilities. In future, the venue can host community tennis tournaments, promoting the development of local tennis and providing athletes with more opportunities for competition and exchange.

Facility reservations now available to encourage community participation
To foster a sport culture and maximise the use of facilities, the Covered Court, the Beach Ball Court, and the Tennis Court are managed by three professional sport organisations. Through sport training programmes, regular local and international competitions, community events and youth development initiatives, these venues aim to encourage public participation and strengthen social cohesion. Surrounding each venue are seating areas, shaded zones and rest spaces to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for both participants and audiences. When not in use for competitions or organisation bookings, the three outdoor courts will be available for reservation by ‘Friends of KTSP’ members.

A Playground Inspired by the Chinese Five Elements: Embracing Inclusive Design to Spark Children's Spirit of Exploration
Another highlight is Playfield 5, a themed children’s playground inspired by the landscape of salt fields of the Song dynasty and infused with the traditional Chinese philosophy of the Five Elements ‘Metal, Wood, Water, Fire and Earth’.

The playground is divided into five distinct zones, each offering a unique sensory and educational experience. Playfield 5 embodies an abstraction of the area’s hilly terrain and historical land use, with undulating ‘hills’ designed to invite young explorers on a journey of discovery.

The playground’s colourful palette represents these elements: yellow for Metal, green for Wood, blue for Water, red for Fire and orange for Earth. The facilities feature different textures that represent the Five Elements, creating a landscape where various play equipment and inclusive features stimulate the development of young players’ senses and inspire their understanding of the world.

Key features of the playground include sand pits, a boulder wall, a zip line, two play towers each over 10 metres high, along with interactive playground facilities and a grassy relaxation zone, making it a year-round destination for family enjoyment. To promote inclusion and create a child- friendly recreational space for children of all abilities, Playfield 5 features barrier-free facilities such as specially designed sand pits and trampolines that welcome all children to play safely and joyfully together.

Unveiling Hong Kong's Largest Covered Climbing Wall, Running Track, and Cycling Path
In addition to the new outdoor sport facilities at ‘North Garden’, the climbing wall located on Kai Tak Sports Avenue stands at 17.5 meters, making it one of the largest covered climbing walls in Hong Kong, set to open in phases. The first phase, featuring an 8-metre auto-belay area suitable for children and beginners, will open in the third quarter. The 10-metre top-rope area, 15-metre speed climbing zone, and 17.5-metre lead climbing zone are expected to open by the end of October, allowing sport enthusiasts to challenge their physical limits. The park also includes a running track and the GreenWay shared used by pedestrians and cyclists.

The Dining Cove section will open in the third quarter of this year, providing direct access to various attractions in the Kai Tak Development Area and offering travellers a personalised sport and leisure experience.

KTSP will continue to uphold its core values of tenacity, passion and sustainability by consistently introducing innovative facilities and diverse programmes, dedicated to providing citizens and athletes with high-quality sports and recreational experiences.

For more information on venue and facility bookings, visit the KTSP website

Images. Credit: KTSP