On Saturday night the Yas Marina Circuit was teeming with people of different age brackets as the fourth annual Get Driver Fit got underway.

The fitness programme offers free fitness classes across Abu Dhabi in various locations such as Umm Al Emarat Park, Bodytree Studio, Yas Marina Circuit, Haddins Gym at Zayed Sports City and Residence at St. Regis Resort Saadiyat Beach.

Spanning seven weeks, the classes  include Zumba, yoga, boxing fitness and beach bootcamps encouraging the community to get better in shape. Participants will have the opportunity to win a variety of prizes based on their performance.

This time round Get Driver Fit will reach out to Abu Dhabi universities for dedicated classes targeting students from participating schools, running from October 9 to November 17. Those who wish to pursue workouts may do so by heading down to the Muscle Beach along the Abu Dhabi Corniche from November 17 to 27.

Copying last edition’s format, the programme will reach the grand finale from November 17 to 19 at the Abu Dhabi Corniche, overseeing three days of competitions and a triathlon-style obstacle fitness course challenge, including body board paddling, fat bike cycling and obstacle course running.

“It is very encouraging to see a positive response and engagement from Abu Dhabi residents to the programme for the fourth consecutive year,” said Dr. Sven Rohte, chief commercial officer at event sponsor Daman.

“It is an excellent way to get people moving and to help the community get involved in healthier ways of living. It is through events such as this that we at Daman hope to bring about a tangible improvement to the health of the UAE community.

“We look forward to joining in and sharing this remarkable experience with the participants over the next seven weeks.”

Classes for the Get Driver Fit programme are now live across the capital until November 16. To learn more about GDF check out the official community page at www.facebook.com/GetDriverFit and use the #GDF2016 hashtag.

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