SM Active Hub boosts fitness with Zumba, pickleball
PICKLEBALL players rally at SM City Cabanatuan, showcasing the sport’s growing appeal as part of SM Active Hub’s push for fitness and community engagement.
PHOTOGRAPH courtesy of SM
Zumba is a highly effective Latin-inspired dance fitness program, typically burning 350–650+ calories per hour.
It serves as a moderate- to high-intensity workout, with participants averaging up to 80 percent of their maximum heart rate (HRmax). Regular, long-term participation offers significant cardiovascular, weight loss, and mental health benefits, while also boasting high adherence rates.
Pickleball, on the other hand, is a rapidly growing and accessible paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. It is played on a small court using a perforated plastic ball and solid paddles.
The sport can be played in singles or doubles, is easy for beginners to learn, and offers fast-paced, competitive play for all ages.
As part of the anniversary celebration of SM Supermalls’ Active Hub on 12 April, both SM City Cabanatuan and SM Megacenter Cabanatuan held fitness-driven events that promote wellness and community engagement.
At SM City Cabanatuan, a Pickleball Night Glow lit up the Level 2 Garden Park, offering a fun and unique twist to the fast-growing sport. Meanwhile, SM Megacenter Cabanatuan hosted a Grand Zumba Party, drawing crowds with upbeat music and energetic routines.
The celebration highlights SM’s commitment to making fitness accessible and enjoyable for everyone, turning its malls into vibrant hubs for health, recreation, and community connection.
SM Active Hub is a nationwide sports and fitness initiative by SM Supermalls that transforms retail spaces into the “largest and most inclusive sports playground” in the Philippines. It provides dedicated areas for activities such as Zumba, running, pickleball, 3x3 basketball, and skating.
The program, officially launched in March 2025 by SM Supermalls president Steven Tan, aims to revolutionize fitness engagement for Filipinos nationwide.
SM Active Hub encourages Filipinos to take part in sports activities while enjoying their time inside SM malls, creating a community where going to the mall can also be a healthy experience for everyone.