Finding a whole new level of Zen with XYoga Dubai’s Sundown Breath, powered by Reebok

Hiba Khan - Writer 19:37 24/11/2018
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  • More than 250 yogis covered Caesars Palace Bluewater, gracefully contorted in fantastic asanas for a seaside sunset Yoga session led by Melissa Ghattas on Saturday.

    The XYoga Dubai’s Sundown Breath, powered by Reebok was part of the finale for the second edition of the Dubai Fitness Challenge, which brought together people from all over the UAE for an evening of fun-filled yoga.

    The event was only open for people who were 18 years of age or over and provided a much-needed break from the hustle and bustle of fast-paced city life.

    For many, such as Manik Talwar, the event surpassed all his expectations, not only did it turn out to be a wonderful experience, but was a great way to end the 30×30 fitness challenge.

    “It was an evening well-spent with friends and a great opportunity for yogis from all walks of life to connect with like-minded people. I have never felt this calm and relaxed, this is definitely the best finale for the Dubai Fitness Challenge,” said the 25-year-old, whose involvement with Yoga is fairly recent.

    For others, the event was a very new experience and was not anything like they had ever tried before.

    Claire Treanor, 45, has been in Dubai for a little over a decade, but the XYoga Dubai’s Sundown Breath was her first experience with beach yoga.

    “It is the first time I’m trying beach yoga and I must say, this has been a great experience. I loved the vibe and the energy of the session and Melissa (Ghattas) was absolute great,” she said.

    Another satisfied participant was Monica Agrawala, who had come to the session with her husband and is absolutely in love with the yoga scene in Dubai.

    “I have been practicing yoga on and off, but I really look forward to attending these kinds of yoga session. It’s just a great way to relax, unwind and meet new people. Honestly, the yoga scene in Dubai absolutely rocks,” the spirited 43-year-old said.

    Melissa Ghattas, the lead instructor of the event, was immensely pleased with the turnout and feels with events like XYoga, the practice is definitely taking roots in the UAE, as everyone is now more aware of the benefits associated with it.

    “I am just amazed by the numbers and really grateful that so many people showed up for the session. The unity and togetherness of the Yoga community is definitely inspiring,” she said.

    She added, “It is with events like these that you realize how big the community actually is. It is vital for people to know the many benefits of yoga and it is not just the practice, but it is about diversity as well. It really brings people from all backgrounds together and looking at the turnout today, I am sure that the community will just keep on getting bigger and better.”

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