MANILA, Philippines - Circuit Makati, a 21-hectare mixed-use development of Ayala Land in partnership with Philippine Racing Club Inc., takes another step towards fulfilling its vision of becoming the city’s entertainment district and the newest active lifestyle destination as it launches its three sports facilities – the Gatorade-Chelsea Blue Pitch, Citykart Racing and Mountain Dew Skate Park.
The fun began with the ceremonial kick at the Gatorade-Chelsea Football pitch with the Philippines’ pride, The Azkals, led by the Younghusband brothers Phil and James and Gatorade Brand ambassador Chieffy Caligdong.
The blue pitch, in partnership with Chelsea Football Club Soccer School Philippines and Pepsi, occupies 10,000 square meters of Circuit Makati, and is the first FIFA-sized blue football field in the country. The football turf is poised to be a training venue for both amateur clubs and national teams.
Upcoming tournaments include the Clear Dream Match, youth leagues and a United Football League. There will also be football programs and clinics to be conducted by the Younghusband Football Academy to hone the skills of future Filipino footballers.
Another facility is Citykart Racing operated by Urban Karting Manila. For those who are in for some formula one racing, this 5,000-sqm urban karting area has a 650-m karting race track that utilizes a formula one timing system. It offers fun karts and pro karts for teens and adults, as well as powerful karts for professional and daring drivers.
There will be a prop shop where racers could purchase gear and accessories, as well as a lounge to relax and have some refreshments. Exhilarating race events include The Crazy Race, Hari ng Kalsada: Champion sa Karera, and inter-school competitions.
Last but not least, for those who are more adventurous, there is the Mountain Dew Skate Park, another first in the country and operated by WeLegendary. It boasts of a 1,000-sqm skate area designed by Flux Design Labs and ACEA where skate enthusiasts can execute their flips and grinds.
The urban skating facility comes in three levels: beginner, intermediate and professional, so skate fanatics are encouraged to get ready to show off their skills and join in the Game of S.K.A.T.E., Best Trick Skate and the Summer Skate Event.
With the launch of the exciting sports facilities, Circuit Makati truly comes much closer to fulfilling its vision as an entertainment hub suited for the whole family.
Circuit Makati is a 20-year project that will include not only sports lifestyle facilities but also 1,589 residential units from Ayala Land Premiere and Alveo, a 70,000-sqm retail area, 122,000-sqm office space, a 250-room capacity Seda Hotel, a 1,200-seat performing arts theater, and a two-hectare open ground with a 2,000-sqm Globe Circuit Events Ground.
Circuit Makati, part of the “Make It Happen, Make It Makati†campaign of Ayala Land, is a P40-billion project that will include residential, retail, office and hotel developments complemented by sports facilities and entertainment components.
For updates and schedule of events, visit www.makeitmakati.com/circuitmakati.