In 2017, a new concept was brought to the grounds of Tomorrowland that has inspired a new energy in the space: Move To Happiness.
Tomorrowland festival moves with the times, and the global shift towards health consciousness has been evident over the past few years. So what better way to embrace festival guests than with a open-to-all wellness zone? The concept aligned with the routine that most find themselves following at the festival – wake up, recover, relax, prepare, party.
Within the recovery area, guests will find something suitable for everyone, whether they’re a fitness fanatic or complete newcomer. Boxing initiations, group classes and yoga sessions take place all day, harboring positive energy that contributes to the infamous atmosphere that Tomorrowland is known for. Mental, physical and social well-being is more accessible for all who attend, expanding connections beyond music. As a visitor to the center said, “The essence lies in the experience here. Traditional gym settings often create barriers, yet there’s none of that here. Whether you commit to an entire class or just ten or fifteen minutes, it doesn’t matter. Tomorrowland revolves around music, but it’s also about forging connections and embracing new experiences.”
The wellness center saw humble beginnings in 2017, with two shelters encompassing a trial space of 350m2. The reception of the hub was awe-inspiring. From the first day, enthusiastic visitors showed interest and have continued to join together for an array of classes over the years. Since 2017, the physical space has grown over time to keep up with demand, flourishing into a 1000m2 space by 2023. Whilst year 1 saw 1500 visitors across the weekend, the number has rapidly grown and last year, over 6300 visitors joined across the weekend.
What’s next for the wellness center? There are big plans to keep things fresh, with more classes and connections than ever before. See you there.