Fitness campaign brings four days of free gym access to the UAE

For many, it has been hard to feel motivated to head back into the gym, but a new initiative might make it a little easier.

#FitnessIsTheAnswer, a collaborative social media campaign, is getting ready to launch its Fitness 4 EveryBody event, set to take place from Thursday, September 17, to Sunday, September 20.

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Organised with the support of Dubai Sports Council, the four-day event will comprise more than 20 fitness providers offering free classes (online and in-person) or free access to gyms at more than 60 locations across the emirates.

Some of the participating fitness clubs include Fitness First, GymNation, Gold's Gym and Fitness 360, which will offer free access. Fitness companies Les Mills Middle East and Zumba will provide free virtual classes.

“We are proud to see the UAE fitness industry unite after what has been a tough period for everyone. The Fitness 4 EveryBody initiative is a great testament of the community spirit of the UAE fitness industry,” said Khalid Al Awar, director of Dubai Sports Council’s sports events department.

"We look forward to continuing to work with and support the leaders of the UAE fitness industry to create more opportunities for people to participate in fitness and to improve the health and well-being of UAE residents."

Some of the studios taking part in the Fitness 4 EveryBody event:

Dubai Active: Free virtual classes on social media

Fitness First: Free club access across the UAE

Fitness HQ: Free club access

Fitness Zone: Free club access

Gold’s Gym: Free club access across the UAE

GymNation: Free club access across the UAE

Ignite Wellness: Free in-person classes

Les Mills Middle East: Free virtual classes on social media

Mashup Total Conditioning: Free virtual classes

MetroFitt: Free club access across the UAE

Rising Gym: Free club access

Shape Ladies Club: Free virtual classes

The Platform Studios: Unlimited free virtual classes

Tough Mudder: Free virtual classes on social media

Twist Gym: Free virtual classes

Zumba: Free virtual classes

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