Sohaila Ahmed, Staff Reporter
Sheikha Manal Bint Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Gender Balance Council, President of Dubai Women Establishment, President of Dubai Ladies Club, and wife of Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, announced the resumption of activities at Dubai Ladies Club and opening its newly enhanced, modernised, and uplifted Fitness Centre starting 2 June, 2020.
Sheikha Manal said that the resumption of work at Dubai Women Establishment and Dubai Ladies Club is in line with the directives issued by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and what was announced by Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council, to resume the economic movement in Dubai.
In addition, she pointed out that the resumption of various activities and the return of employees to workplaces is testament to the UAE’s efficient handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Moreover, the second board meeting of the Dubai Women Establishment was held virtually, and among the topics discussed was Dubai Ladies Club’s new Fitness Centre and the precautionary and safety measures implemented, in line with official directives to ensure public health and safety.
The Board of Directors reviewed comprehensive updates on the newly renovated and enhanced Fitness Centre at Dubai Ladies Club, which will further establish it among the oldest and greatest recreational clubs for women in the UAE and across the region.
Virtual fitness classes, advice on how to boost one’s immunity, and tips on how to care for mental health were organised by the club through LIVE social media sessions held by life coaches, trainers, and nutritionists. During the meeting, DWE’s commitment to implementing the preventative and precautionary measures issued by the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority, the Ministry of Health and Prevention, the Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management in Dubai, as well as regulations stipulated by Dubai Sports Council, was emphasised.