Sport in Hong Kong - Participant Sports

Participant Sports

A variety of sports are available in Hong Kong, with most having their own association, and many clubs and groups, along with provision by bodies such as YWCA and YMCA. There are also local organisations that strive to help Hong Kong residents identify sports that are not broadly advertised enough. The Hong Kong Government is also known for its proactive approach towards sporting events prior to the Beijing Olympics.

There are many sports available in Hong Kong for participation by residents, including:

  • Cycling
  • Table tennis
  • Badminton
  • Cricket
  • Tennis
  • Bowling
  • Swimming
  • Fencing
  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Windsurfing
  • Unicycling
  • Shooting
  • Rugby
  • Rock climbing
  • Running
  • Swimming
  • Volleyball
  • Ice skating
  • Judo
  • Karate
  • Muay thai
  • Boxing
  • Hockey
  • Squash
  • Taekwondo
  • Lacrosse
  • Handball
  • Wing Chun

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