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With the April 30th and May 1st holidays approaching, instead of crowded long-distance trips, experiencing sports activities would be a fun and unique choice that's anything but boring. Participating in these physical activities will also give you a feeling of relaxation and better health after a long period of stressful work and study.
Below are 5 sports in Hanoi that are most popular with young people today.
1. Go-Kart Racing
Go-karts are a simplified version of racing cars, lacking power steering, shock absorbers, and many other features, meaning every turn and maneuver depends entirely on the driver. Experiencing speed with a go-kart is like an exciting extreme sport that appeals to tourists who love high speed while ensuring safety. Therefore, more and more young tourists are exploring and choosing to try this novel go-kart racing experience.
This sport is designed for beginners who are new to speed. The appropriate age to play this sport is teenagers aged 13 and up. The speed of the vehicles ranges from 50 km/h to 70 km/h, depending on the size of the track. Like Formula 1, Go Kart also has annual racing events around the world.
Go Karting has become one of the most attractive sports for young people who love speed.
In Hanoi, there are many Go Kart racing venues. However, the largest Go Kart track in the northern region to date is located at the Lang Viet Dam Tranh eco-tourism area, Thach Ban ward, Long Bien district, Hanoi. This location boasts a large outdoor track and a system of Go Karts that fully satisfy the speed-seeking needs of visitors. This Hanoi Go Kart track features different terrain types to increase the challenge for drivers, including concrete, rubber granules, and asphalt.
Addresses: Go Kart Long Bien, Go Kart Yen So Park, Go Kart Hanoi Aeon Mall Ha Dong, Go Kart Ngu Hiep Thanh Tri.
2. Horse riding
This is also an aristocratic sport, along with sports like fencing, shooting, sailing, and golf, originating in Europe, existing for centuries, and beginning to be introduced to Vietnam, where it has become increasingly popular.
Like most other sports such as swimming, track and field, and gymnastics, horseback riding is suitable for everyone from children to adults. This sport requires stamina, agility in handling situations, and courage from the players.
Riding a horse doesn't require the rider to run fast, but rather to know how to make the horse move precisely and flexibly according to their will.
For those who are afraid of interacting with large animals, an introductory course including activities such as visiting a horse farm and feeding horses will be a helpful experience to overcome their fear and build a bond with the horses, making the process of learning to ride simpler and easier.
Just like other sports, before participating in a horseback riding session, riders will be guided through the necessary warm-up exercises by their instructor. In addition, participants need to wear protective helmets and necessary equipment such as gloves and shoes to ensure safety and avoid unnecessary injuries.
Addresses: Red River Stone Beach Flower Garden, Hanoi Pony Club in Xuan Phuong - Cau Dien, Hanoi Pony Club Dong Anh, Hanoi Horse Riding Club in Hoai Duc.
3. Archery
Combining concentration training with stress relief and improved physical fitness, archery is becoming a popular sport among young people in Hanoi today. Archery is considered an easy-to-play and easy-to-learn sport that can be played with family, is gender-neutral, and cultivates patience.
For beginners, this sport doesn't require much time; it only takes 15 minutes to get familiar with the basic operations such as holding the bow, untying and untying the bowstring... However, players need a bit of physical strength to control the bow and bowstring.
Archery is a sport that not only hones concentration but also relieves stress when you hit a target.
Staff will assist with equipment and provide guidance on shooting posture. You might find it difficult to draw the bowstring properly at first, but once you get used to it, you'll surely love the exhilarating feeling of hitting the target.
Visitors will also receive thorough guidance from professional instructors, covering the basics from choosing the right bow for their skill level to warm-up exercises and aiming techniques.
Address: Target Archery, No. 3, Lane 184, Thach Ban Street, Long Bien District, Hanoi.
4. Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP)
West Lake is a familiar spot for young people in Hanoi and tourists alike. Spending a cool morning or afternoon paddleboarding with friends and admiring the tranquil scenery of West Lake will give you an extraordinary sense of peace. It might be challenging at first, but once you master it, you're guaranteed to become passionate about this sport.
SUP paddling offers both solo and team options; the more people, the more fun it is. This sport is a fun and exciting activity enjoyed by many because it helps improve endurance and flexibility, and is also a great way to bond with teammates.
Address: Umove SUP Club – 29 Nguyen Dinh Thi, Tay Ho; Hanoi Kayak Club, 267 Trich Sai Street.
Paddleboarding (SUP) to watch the sunset on West Lake.
5. MiniGolf
Want to experience the thrill of golf but haven't had the chance to play on a full course? MiniGolf is the perfect solution for you. You can swing like a professional at an affordable price. MiniGolf is also a great place for kids to enjoy with their families this summer. Don't worry if you don't know how to play; instructors will provide detailed guidance on everything from grip and swing to scoring.
Address: Westlake MiniGolf – 79 Vo Chi Cong Street, Tay Ho District, Hanoi.
MiniGolf is a new playground for families and groups of friends.
