Hong Kong parks are this fitness coach’s gym of choice, no expensive memberships required
Ash Ayonote’s outdoor fitness classes in Hong Kong public spaces unite generations of families, boost longevity and build community
Ash Ayonote left office life behind after spending years behind a desk in Hong Kong. Now, as a fitness coach, he is showing that the city’s parks make great gyms by leading outdoor training sessions that prioritise community as much as cardio.
His approach has universal appeal. He recently trained three generations of men from the same family in a public park in Sai Kung. Simon Kavanagh, 53, was the first in the family to turn to Ayonote in October 2023.
“I was approaching 50, feeling unfit and looking for some structure and routine,” Kavanagh says. “Ash was able to bring the discipline, goal setting and accountability that I wanted.”
Kavanagh says Ayonote has become a great friend through their many fitness sessions, and he enjoys bringing family members and visiting friends to his classes.