Looking for ways to unwind during the work week? Here's a guide to the free fitness activities taking place this week in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
Sept 25
What: Flare Flow Yoga
Where: Umm Suqeim Park, Dubai
When: 7.30pm
Grab your yoga mat and towel, and enjoy a kid-friendly free outdoor vinyasa class at Umm Suqeim Park in Dubai. The flowing yoga form focuses on both postures and breathing techniques, and this hour-long session will be conducted by Clarisse from More Than Yoga.
What: Fusion yoga
Where: Taijitu House of OM, Dubai
When: 5pm
Experience a blend of traditional yoga mixed with ashtanga and flow yoga with yogi guru Pratik Sah from Rishikesh, India. The 75-minute class includes introduction, meditation and practice. Spots are limited, so you'll need to register through the Facebook event.
Sept 26
What: RockYourRide cycling
Where: Cyclebar, Dubai
When: 7am and 7.30pm
Grab your cycling shoes and head to Cyclebar to experience RockYourRide in partnership with Kold Press Juice Company. After the class, enjoy a refreshing drink. The 50-minute class will test your cardiovascular endurance through speed, strength, challenges, drills and mountain climbs. E-mail hello@sohocomms.com to book your spot.
What: Zumba toning
Where: Al Raha Beach Hotel, Abu Dhabi
When: 9.40am
This session is for those who love Zumba, but want to tone and sculpt their muscles as well. This class uses lightweight Toning Sticks to focus on specific muscle groups, while also enhancing rhythm and co-ordination. The class tones target zones such as arms, core and lower body. To register, call or Whatsapp 052 906 1355.
Sept 27
What: Strong by Zumba
Where: Al Raha Beach Hotel, Abu Dhabi
When: 9am
This is a Zumba class that uses high-intensity interval training to help participants reach their fitness goals. The workout is driven by music that’s synced to match every move and drive the intensity of the workout. The class aims to push people past their limits through body-weight movement. To register, call or Whatsapp 052 906 1355
Sept 29
What: Yoga session
Where: YApparel in Jumeirah, Dubai
When: 10am
Want to get your Zen on and then look fashionable afterward? Head to YApparel for a free yoga class followed by a healthy snack. Taught by yogi Dina Ghandour, the class only has 12 spots available. Afterward, participants can avail themselves of a 30 per cent discount on YApparel collection. To register, e-mail info@yapparel.com
Sept 30
What: FloatUAE Abu Dhabi Launch
Where: Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana, Abu Dhabi
When: 10am-12pm
Test your core strength, co-ordination and balance through an HINT workout that incorporates squats, jumps, burpees and more - all done on a mat floating atop a swimming pool. Between 10am-12pm, FloatUAE will host free 20-minute sessions. The sessions are open to men and women and children ages 10 and above.
What: Cycle for Health UAE
Where: Zayed Sports City Stadium, Abu Dhabi
When: 9am-1pm
Work on your cardiovascular fitness with this cycling event that will take you on a 1.9km course through ZSC stadium and along closed-off roads. The event will also have health screenings, exercise information sessions and a healthy-heart cooking demonstration. There will also be a learn-to-ride programme, bouncy castles, and a healthy food truck, with complimentary bikes and helmets available.
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