FIGHTING FIT

Supporting and empowering young people to proactively manage both their physical and mental wellbeing is central to our school ethos.

One of our most popular events promoting regular physical activity is the Dubai Fitness Challenge. Now in its sixth year, the Dubai Health Authority’s ‘30 x 30 Challenge’ puts forward a simple goal: complete 30 minutes of activity each day for 30 days. The aim is to inspire everyone to create a fitnessfocused mindset and seek healthy, active lifestyles.

Dr Suhail Al Rukn, Neurologist and Head of the Stroke Unit at Rashid Hospital, says: “This initiative is like no-other. Seeing community members build a simple but highly effective routine of getting 30 minutes of exercise per day is something I feel grateful towards as a doctor."

Dubai British School Emirates Hills offered an extensive program of challenges and activities throughout the 30 days. We have worked to incorporate the amazing calendar of events around Dubai, including The Race to Dubai Golf, FIFA World Cup and supporting the Arab cross- channel rowing team.