Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa recently welcomed the legendary tennis player Petra Kvitová, delighting guests with her remarkable presence and inspiring passion for the sport. During her visit, the two-time Wimbledon champion conducted exclusive tennis classes, offering guests the rare opportunity to learn from one of the world’s finest athletes.  

Kvitová, a Czech tennis sensation, boasts an illustrious career marked by two Grand Slam titles and numerous accolades on the WTA Tour. Renowned for her powerful left-handed play and extraordinary resilience, she has inspired countless fans worldwide. Her classes at Hideaway were filled with energy and invaluable insights, creating unforgettable moments for tennis enthusiasts and guests alike.  

The season leading up to the festive kicked off with Padel professional Hernan Flores’s Padel classes for guests and team members at the resort, followed by back-to-back tennis workshops by tennis sensations Petra Kvitová and Elena Vesnina, respectively offering their expertise in a series of exclusive tennis classes to guests at the resort. They conducted tennis sessions for adults and children who were eager to learn more about the sport and fine-tune their already-acquired skills. 

Nestled in the unspoiled beauty of the Maldives, Hideaway is known for its exceptional service, luxurious villas, and world-class amenities. Featuring pristine beaches and exclusive experiences, the resort provides an idyllic escape for discerning travellers. With professional tennis courts and wellness facilities such as a Bali-inspired spa and an in-house yoga instructor, it’s the perfect destination for tennis lovers to elevate their game while enjoying paradise. 

As one of the largest resorts in the Maldives, located in remote Haa Alifu atoll, Hideaway offers an expansive 5-hole golf putting green, an indoor golf simulator, Padel, indoor badminton, table tennis, and a modern, fully equipped gym for guests who are interested in being active on their holiday. With its lush vegetation and long stretches of beautiful paths, the resort offers bicycles for guests to cycle through, discovering the natural beauty whilst getting an exercise benefit out of it. The resort also allows joggers to keep being active on the island with some great routes all around the island (approximately 1.4 km in length and 500 meters in width). 

Steve Cook, a fitness professional who visited the resort once said, "How often do you get a chance to swim in crystal-clear waters, cycle along sand pathways, and run through lush tropical landscapes? Hideaway Beach Resort is not just a retreat—it's a paradise for fitness and adventure enthusiasts looking to embrace challenges in one of the most beautiful settings in the world."

As an award-winning recreational, luxury resort in the Maldives, Hideaway continues to set the benchmark for luxury and recreation in the Maldives, offering its guests more than just a getaway—a true hideaway.  

The upcoming year 2025 promises a variety of recreational experiences for guests to indulge in during their holiday season. For more information on upcoming events, keep an eye out here

Check out Steve Cook’s triathlon at Hideaway here