UAE Advocates Holistic Wellness with Yoga Integration

The UAE is ramping up efforts to promote holistic wellness by embedding yoga into everyday life through initiatives such as hosting the GCC’s first Asian Yogasana Championship and introducing new activities in the Dubai Fitness Challenge.

These steps also extend to plans for including yoga in school curricula.

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Fujairah Hosts the First Asian Yogasana Championship in the GCC

To enhance mental and physical well-being for all age groups, Ahmed Ibrahim, President of the UAE Yoga Committee and Vice President of the Asian Yogasana Federation, announced the UAE's aim to establish yoga as a lifestyle.

A key milestone is hosting the sixth Asian Yogasana Championship from August 9 to 11 in Fujairah. Organized by the Ministry of Sports with support from the UAE Sports for All Federation and the UAE Yoga Committee, this event is the first of its kind in the GCC.

 Participants across multiple age groups will compete by performing designated yoga poses to advance through the rounds.

“In each category, participants are required to demonstrate five to six yoga poses. For example, children will perform five, while adults will demonstrate six. Successfully completing these poses is necessary to qualify for the next round,” Ibrahim explained.

Arabic Yoga Workshop Sees Regional Participation

Recently, a one-day yoga workshop organized by the Asian Yogasana Sport Federation (AYSF) in Dubai garnered participants from the UAE, Bahrain, Palestine, Iraq, Kuwait, Egypt, and Algeria.

This workshop, conducted in Arabic, offered training for referees and coaches.

“Today, we have certified Emirati judges and coaches, alongside participants from multiple other nationalities,” Ibrahim noted.

Proposals to Integrate Yoga into Education

The UAE's dedication to yoga doesn’t stop at competitive events; it extends to educational integration.

“We are reaching out to schools and universities to incorporate yoga into their curriculums,” said Ibrahim. Proposals from the AYSF workshop focused on tailoring yoga systems to local needs, expanding educational pathways, and bringing yoga programs to the Arab region.

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Introducing ‘Dubai Yoga’ in the Dubai Fitness Challenge

To balance Dubai’s fast-paced lifestyle, initiatives are being developed to integrate yoga into both schools and community activities.

This year marks the debut of "Dubai Yoga" as a flagship event in the Dubai Fitness Challenge.

The Dubai Yoga event will culminate in a serene sunset yoga session on November 30, concluding the month-long program that advocates committing to 30 minutes of daily physical activity.

“Yoga will be one of the pillars of the Fitness Challenge,” Ibrahim added.

Preparing for International Day of Yoga 2025

Looking ahead, significant preparations are underway for International Day of Yoga on June 21, 2025. Over 35 venues across the UAE will host events, further solidifying the cultural and wellness impact of yoga within the region.

By championing such initiatives, the UAE continues its mission to cultivate a healthier and more balanced lifestyle, ensuring yoga becomes a vital part of daily life.

Source: msn

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