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SCMP Reporter

What to do for a healthier, happier you this weekend?
You could perhaps relax and listen to an inspirational talk from an open-water swimming superstar describing her recent exploits. Or you could get active with a Pilates class or rooftop yoga ‘disco’ session.
Toddlers can get moving at Hong Kong’s first baby rave, while if you are in Macau, why not give your feet the sweetest treat.
Here are the details.
1. The Unsinkable Edie Hu
Hear Hong Kong’s record-breaking open-water swimmer Edie Hu describe how in July she became the fastest person to swim the Oresund strait separating Denmark and Sweden.
She has also circumnavigated Hong Kong Island and Manhattan Island and swum across the English Channel.

An ambassador for the sport in Hong Kong, and a founding coach of the Splash Foundation that gives foreign domestic workers, children and others a chance to learn to swim for free, Hu has inspired many people to take up sports for physical and mental health.
She will speak at The Asia Society Hong Kong Centre on Friday from 6.30pm to 7.30pm, with a reception to follow. The cost is HK$100 for Asia Society members, HK$150 for non-members.
Click here for details and to register.
Miller Theatre, The Asia Society Hong Kong Centre, 9 Justice Drive, Admiralty
2. Stretch and Breathe mat Pilates for beginners
If you have been wondering what the buzz is around Pilates, here is a chance to learn essential mat exercises designed just for beginners.
An experienced instructor will guide you through each movement, to help build core strength and improve flexibility.
The session is part of the YMCA Hong Kong’s courses and programmes for domestic helpers, but is open to all. It takes place on Sunday from 4.45pm to 5.45pm.
The cost is HK$50 for domestic helpers, HK$80 for others.
For details, click here.
YMCA Hong Kong, 41 Salisbury Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
3. ‘Haute couture’ for feet service
It is worth a trip to Macau to treat your feet to a pampering session from celebrity podiatrist Albin Brion.
The professional footballer turned podiatrist, who has tended to the feet of Gwyneth Paltrow, Jessica Alba and Novak Djokovic, uses a French dry method for precise and effective removal of calluses, corns and dry skin, and addresses problems such as ingrown toenails and discoloured nails.
The session ends with a natural, healthy nail shine and a foot massage.

Brion is at The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Macau, from Friday through Tuesday. An hour-long footcare treatment costs MOP1,300 (HK$1,265).
For details, click here. For questions, or to book, call (853) 8805 8588.
The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Macau, One Central Macau, 945 Avenida Dr Sun Yat Sen, Macau
4. Yoga Room x The Pulse x Sweaty Betty – Silent Inside Flow Disco
On Saturday evening, head to the Seaview Garden on the rooftop of The Pulse in Repulse Bay for a “Silent Inside Flow Disco”, led by The Yoga Room instructor Yvonne.
Everyone wears glowing headphones to hear specially curated music as they practise yoga while the sun sets over Repulse Bay.
Yogis of all levels are welcome. Bring your own yoga mat and reusable water bottle.
The cost is HK$200 and includes a free gift from sponsor Sweaty Betty.
For details, and to register, click here.
Seaview Garden, The Pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay
5. Baby Rave by Little HK x Baumhaus
On Saturday, parents are welcome to bring babies and toddlers from five months to four years to Hong Kong’s first baby rave, at The Fringe Club.
These lively gatherings are trending globally and let parents enjoy music and dance with their children in a safe and fun environment.












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One room at the club will be a child-safe disco with dance music, while a connected room will offer a place to chill out with other parents and children, play with toys, listen to music, and take part in movement activities.
Snacks and bar service will be available all day, from 10am to 5.30pm.
The cost is HK$250 per adult, and HK$50 per child.
For details, and to book, click here.
The Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Road, Central
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Be inspired by open water swimmer Edie Hu, try beginner’s Pilates, practise yoga on a rooftop at sunset, and more


Try beginner’s Pilates, do yoga on a rooftop, be inspired by open water swimmer Edie Hu, get celebrity footcare or join Hong Kong’s first baby rave in our list of wellness things to do this weekend.


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1. The Unsinkable Edie Hu

Be inspired by open water swimmer Edie Hu, try beginner’s Pilates, practise yoga on a rooftop at sunset, and more