Though the summer heat gradually fades, the passion for sports continues to rise across SIP.

On Jinji Lake, many sports enthusiasts, guided by professional coaches, pilot sailboats and kayaks across the shimmering waves, racing against the lake breeze.

At Taohua Island’s Fuguang Pier, water go-karts carve white arcs, while water bicycles and new-energy mini yachts bring couples and families wonderful experiences.

On the Central (Zhongyang) River, packrafts, folding boats and paddleboards glide in graceful gestures.

On the banks of the lake, the Suzhou PUKY Pump Track Park at the 688 Arts & Fashion Space has four kinds of tracks for riders of all skill levels. Sports with balance bikes, motorcross bikes and skateboards as tools are flourishing here.

As night falls, the sporting vitality around Jinji Lake shows no sign of waning. Boxing matches take place every Saturday night, blending the raw intensity of boxing with the romance of urban nightlife.

Dushu Lake offers a gentler, more soothing experience with wellness-oriented light sports. Visitors can try paddleboard, bumper boat, pedal boat and kayak here.

The Yangchenghu Peninsula offers beautiful lakeside courts for tennis and footfall enthusiasts. There is also the Nice Kart Racing Base with a 600-meter professional track, Suzhou’s biggest skateboarding park, and the 50-kilometer lakeside cycling track.

For those seeking true relaxation, the SANGHA Retreat by OCTAVE offers yoga classes that bring healing energy back to both body and mind.

More and more trendy sports are thriving in SIP, continuously embodying its openness and vitality.

August 19, 2026