ASIA Records is proud to officially recognise Forest Island for achieving a significant continental milestone as the:
First Permanent Open-Sea Pickleball Court
(Full-regulation dimensions; stationed offshore since 2026)
This recognition marks a breakthrough in experiential sports and marine tourism—introducing a one-of-a-kind facility that redefines how recreational activities can be integrated with natural environments across Asia.
Redefining Sports Through Ocean-Based Innovation
Forest Island’s open-sea pickleball court represents a bold reimagination of traditional sports infrastructure. Unlike conventional land-based or temporary floating setups, the court is built on a permanently stationed offshore platform, offering a stable, full-regulation playing environment in the open sea.
Surrounded by panoramic views of the Penang Strait and iconic coastal landscapes, the court delivers an immersive experience where sport meets nature—transforming pickleball into a unique lifestyle and tourism activity.
This innovation demonstrates how sports can evolve beyond conventional boundaries, creating new formats of engagement that combine recreation, scenery, and adventure.
A New Benchmark in Experiential Sports and Tourism
By pioneering this concept, Forest Island sets a new benchmark for experiential sports destinations, positioning itself at the intersection of tourism, leisure, and innovation.
The facility is part of a broader marine tourism ecosystem—offering visitors a curated offshore experience that integrates water-based activities, lifestyle elements, and social spaces into a single destination.
This milestone highlights the growing demand for destination-driven experiences and reinforces Asia’s role in leading creative tourism innovation.
A Milestone Moment of Acknowledgement
The ASIA Records certificate was officially presented on 7 April 2026 at at an offshore aquaculture farm near Pulau Jerejak, marking the formal recognition of Forest Island’s record achievement.
The recognition was received on stage by Alvin Poh Hsien Yang, Founder of Forest Island, witnessed by YB Chee Yeeh Keen (second from left) and YB Wong Hon Wai (center), acknowledging the collective support behind this pioneering tourism concept.
Voices of Leadership
Reflecting on the recognition, Alvin Poh Hsien Yang, Founder of Forest Island, shared:
“Receiving this ASIA Records recognition demonstrates Penang’s ability to create world-class tourism products, and sends a clear signal that Penang is an ideal place to develop high-quality, creative, and sustainable tourism projects.
Our vision has always been to create more than just a destination. Forest Island is designed as a complete experience—bringing together the beauty of the open sea, lifestyle elements, and social spaces where people can gather, connect, and enjoy themselves.
Our goal is simple: to create a place where people feel happy and free.”
About Forest Island
Forest Island is a pioneering offshore marine tourism destination located behind Jerejak Island, Penang. Designed as a fully immersive sea-based experience, the platform offers a range of activities including kayaking, aquafarming education, seafood dining, and unique recreational attractions.
With its innovative approach to integrating nature, leisure, and experiential design, Forest Island continues to redefine destination-based tourism in Malaysia and across Asia.
For more information, visit:
https://www.forestisland.com.my/
