Philstar.com
November 21, 2025 | 1:50pm
Manila, Philippines — Actress, entrepreneur, and hands-on mother Marian Rivera-Dantes unveils her newest venture, Wonder Society, Manila’s first private social club for families.
Located at the Roof Deck of GH Mall, the 3,000-square-meter flagship clubhouse is a first-of-its-kind concept in the Philippines, one that blends play, real-life learning and leisure in a space where both parents and children can enjoy.
For Marian, Wonder Society is more than just a business; it’s a deeply personal mission.
A vision rooted in motherhood
As one of the country’s most beloved celebrity moms, Marian has always been open about her passion for motherhood and family. Wonder Society was born from her realization that modern parents, especially mothers, often struggle to balance personal growth with hands-on parenting.
She envisioned a space where children could learn real-life skills, beyond the classroom, while parents could reconnect with themselves, their friends, while still being hands-on parents. The result is a space that merges a luxury experience and learning, creating what she calls a “modern-day village for today’s families.”
(From left) Hana Yu (expert at Wonder Society, early childhood educator); Earl Beja Paolo (expert at Wonder Society, founder and executive director of Lead Out); Gem Myka Sy (founder of Wonder Society); Marian Rivera (co-founder of Wonder Society) and Lance Tan (president of Philippine Amusement & Entertainment Corporation) during the exclusive Hard Hat Preview Event of Wonder Society.
Wonder Society: Manila’s first private social club for families
Wonder Society is Manila’s first private social club for families, a clubhouse designed to make parenting easier, more balanced and deeply rewarding.
At Wonder Society, children step into a world of real-life learning, where they can build essential life skills, socialize with peers and thrive in a safe environment. Parents, in turn, enjoy the freedom to bond, work, recharge or connect with fellow members, all without guilt, since their children.
Our signature approach combines technology with tradition, anchored in our 5 Pillars of development, and delivered through expert-curated programs, master classes, and signature workshops. From Wonder Moments to everyday play, each experience is designed to spark transformation and growth for the whole family.
Membership is strictly by invitation and currently on the waitlist. Ensuring a like-minded community, uncompromising safety, and access to exclusive amenities. More than play, Wonder Society is a lifestyle: a safe, premium space where families can learn, connect and flourish together.
Vision: Balance life for parents, real-life learning for kids—every single day
Mission: Focusing on thriving families to make a better world and better connections to the world
The Clubhouse
The Wonder Society Clubhouse, a flagship located at the Roofdeck of GH Mall, is a first-of-its-kind family social club in Manila. Designed by an international designer whose works span across Europe, Australia, Abu Dhabi, Singapore and the US, the clubhouse masterfully blends playfulness with sophistication.
Every space is intentionally crafted with multi-sensory design, pastel-meets-bold color palettes, and sculptural elements that ignite a sense of wonder and imagination.
Adding a deeply personal touch, Marian Rivera’s prized Pop Mart collection, her cherished possessions collected over the years, is thoughtfully displayed throughout the clubhouse. These pieces reflect her passion for creativity and storytelling, and can only be viewed by Wonder Society members, making them an exclusive part of the experience that bridges art, play, and inspiration.
For the children
Featuring 20+ Real-Life Learning Zones. Wonder Society offers a world where children learn through purposeful play. From running their own mini supermarket, washing their own cars to creating their own dishes.
Every visit becomes productive with daily curated activities led by early childhood educators, facilitators, and entertainers, delivered through our signature workshops: Home Hero, Social Stars, Wonder Baby, Money Master, Lil Scouts and Craft Academy.
Blending Technology and Traditional Play, Wonder Society provides a 360-degree learning experience designed to nurture every child’s heart, mind and curiosity. Every detail is hotel-grade from hi-tech play systems, Regulated iPads in each zone for self-paced learning, to Cloudpad cushioned safety flooring and multi-sensory interiors that inspire exploration.
For moments of calm and focus, Wonder Society also offers thoughtfully designed quiet zones including a Library, Montessori Room and a Mini Theater. These spaces encourage children to slow down, read, explore freely or enjoy immersive
For the parents
Wonder Society features a dedicated Members’ Lounge and Café—a serene space where parents can unwind, work or connect just a few steps away from their children.
Designed with comfort and community in mind, it’s a private space for meaningful conversations, quiet productivity or a well-deserved pause over coffee.
Our mission is simple yet powerful: to create a place where parents can rest without worry, feel fulfilled and recharge guilt-free, because when parents thrive, families flourish.
With a dedicated team of 30+ highly trained staff, families can enjoy peace of mind knowing that children are cared for in an environment built to the highest standards of safety and wonder.
Where play becomes purpose: Inside Wonder Society’s signature amenities
At Wonder Society, every space is crafted to transform everyday play into extraordinary learning.
- Library – A calm corner filled with books, cozy seating, and gentle lighting, nurturing imagination, focus, and a lifelong love for reading.
- Member’s lounge – Designed for modern parents. Enjoy elegant seating, WiFi, books and board games, a quiet corner to work, read or relax just steps away from your children.
- Playground – A maze of slides, tunnels, and climbing walls built to strengthen both body and confidence through movement, coordination and adventure.
- Party rooms – Celebrate in style within Wonder Society’s elegant and dainty party rooms while taking advantage of the whole clubhouse facility!
- Real-life cow – Farm life comes alive with Mila, our life-sized cow. Children can gently squeeze her udders and fill their pail with pretend milk, discovering how food comes from nature. Here, kids can also experience ordering fresh produce eggs included through interactive, high-tech stations.
- Craft Academy – Art zone for children to make art master pieces like shirt making, clay moulding, messy play, painting, drawing, origami, etc.
- Mini Theatre Room – Where stories come alive. From musical moments and cozy movie time, this intimate space turns every show into a shared family memory.
- Speedster’s Carwash The Speedster’s Carwash features a real-life car wash where children can scrub, spray and dry their own cars. These are just some of the club amenities at Wonder Society, each designed to turn everyday moments into meaningful experiences that nurture creativity, independence and lifelong curiosity.
A place where families belong
Wonder Society was created to give families a safe and intentional space to grow together. By keeping our community private, we ensure that every child is surrounded by care, respect, and shared values. It allows us to maintain the highest standards of safety, quality, and attention to detail. Most of all, it gives parents the peace of mind to relax, connect, and recharge knowing their children are thriving in a place that truly feels like home.
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