Complementary yoga sessions from tomorrow

ISLAMABAD:

The Sports and Culture Department of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) is all set to start complimentary yoga sessions for the residents of the federal capital from May 02.

“The yoga sessions will be organised at the Multipurpose Ground in Sector F-6 Markaz and Mehran Gate near Baradari in F-9 Park with the purpose of providing healthy activities to the residents,” an official said on Tuesday.

He said yoga classes will be divided into two shifts including morning sessions, which will run from 6am to 8am, and evening sessions, scheduled from 4.30pm to 6.30pm.

The official said that residents of all ages, both males and females, can participate in these classes free of cost.

In addition, he said the Department of Sports and Culture will start coaching classes for basketball, lawn tennis, and futsal specifically designed for children under 16 years of age at Sector F-6 Markaz, Multipurpose Ground, and Sector G-11 Multipurpose Ground.

While keeping in mind the welfare of the citizens, he said the Sports and Culture Wing has set a helpline numbers 051-9201607 and 0331-5181508, aiming to ensure that the citizens face no obstacles.

Furthermore, the official said that the CDA places great importance on offering healthy pursuits to citizens, particularly youth, as a top institutional priority.

While tirelessly striving to provide optimal citizen services, he said the authority is equally committed to fostering wholesome activities.

Published in The Express Tribune May 1st2024.