PROPERTY developer Robinsons Land Corp (RLC) is expanding its real estate portfolio by integrating sports, entertainment and recreational facilities into its malls and mixed-use estates, responding to a growing demand for experience-driven lifestyles among Filipinos.
RLC’s newly established Robinsons Sports, Entertainment, and Recreation (SER) recently broke ground on its debut project, the 1 billion Philippine peso ($17 million) Helios Pickleball Center. Located in the Bridgetowne Destination Estate in Pasig City, it is set to be Asia’s first tournament-grade pickleball facility.
“With the launch of Robinsons Sports, Entertainment, and Recreation, we are expanding into new spaces that complement Robinsons Land’s recognized strengths, especially our malls that serve Filipino communities nationwide and our growing Destination Estates like Bridgetowne,” said RLC president and chief executive Mybelle Aragon-GoBio.
“Helios is just the beginning. As the first of its kind in Asia, it reflects Robinsons Land’s ambition and vision to support the rising popularity of pickleball while also creating accessible, world-class venues that promote active lifestyles, community building, and even national pride through sport,” she said.
The Helios Pickleball Center, built to international tournament standards, will feature 25 professional-grade courts, including a dedicated stadium court for major events.
The eight-story complex will dedicate six floors to sports and recreation facilities, offering amenities such as a gym, a sports clinic, and food and beverage services. Two basement levels will provide parking, with the entire facility spanning over 17,500 square meters of gross floor area.
Helios is also positioned as a future Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Tour venue, aiming to host international tournaments. The facility will be open to the public, with court reservations available through PodPlay, a digital platform for booking sessions, joining group games, and connecting with other enthusiasts.
Construction of the Helios Pickleball Center is underway and is targeted for completion in 2027.
Aragon-GoBio also noted RLC’s plans to repurpose some of its existing mall spaces for sports, entertainment, and recreational offerings.
“We plan to roll out more sports and recreation hubs across our other estates, including Montclair, Sierra Valley, and the upcoming Bonifacio South Point. We want to foster communities not just through commercial offerings, but through shared experiences and active lifestyles,” she said.
