As International Yoga Day celebrations kick off around the world, UAE has also announced its plans for various activities as part of the event. Thousands of yoga enthusiasts gear up to roll out their mats to celebrate the 5th World Yoga Day this weekend in different locations across the emirate. While Dubai encourages a healthy lifestyle and Yoga is another good way of attaining it, the global event will undeniably promote the mind, body and spiritual benefits of practicing yoga in UAE.
International Yoga Day
June 21, the longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere is regarded as the International Day for Yoga. It is the day of the Summer Solstice that’s considered important in Indian mythology as it marks an event that could be considered the start of Yogic science. Hence, June 21 was declared an official global day by the UN General Assembly in 2015. Since then, the Yoga Day is celebrated worldwide.
International Yoga Day: Theme for every year
2015- Yoga for Harmony and Peace
2016- Connect the youth
2017- Yoga for Health
2018- Yoga for Peace
2019- Yoga for Heart
International Yoga DayMass Yoga Sessions
The Consulate and the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi in association with the various Indian Associations are organizing mass Yoga sessions in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quain , Fujairak and Ras al Khaimah. There is a lot of enthusiasm for the forthcoming Yoga Day Programme not only among Indian expats but also among people of other nationalities as well. Thousands of people are expected to participate. Besides the common yoga protocol, there will also be competitions, cultural programmes, a documentary screening and several other activities.
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International Yoga Day Events
June 21
Dubai – Zabeel Park (Gate 3, or Gate 2 for Metro riders)
Time- Gates open at 6pm
6.30pm- Cultural programme and documentary show
7pm-7.30 pm- Yoga competitions on-stage
7.30pm onwards- Main programme
7.50 pm- Common yoga protocol
Sharjah – Sharjah Cricket Stadium
Time- 6pm
Contact- 050 6949788
Ajman – Indian Association Ajman
Time- 5.30pm
Contact- 067467722
Ras Al Khaimah -American University
June 22
Umm Al Quwain – Etihad Hall
Event- Yoga protocol and meditation
Time- 11am
Contact- 050 8650419
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