News DeskDoha, Qatar – Teaming up with lifestyle performance brand lululemon, The Ritz-Carlton, Doha was delighted to celebrate Qatar Sports Day with a one-day agenda dedicated to fitness, wellness and mindful living. Taking place on 11 February 2025, the hotel was transformed into a sanctuary of health and wellbeing, with unique activities and activations designed to inspire and energize.
Renowned for Qatar’s leading fitness center, The Ritz-Carlton, Doha was the ultimate destination for this dynamic celebration. The inspiring program of events featured a full day of energizing activities. Guests took part in social tennis, a circuit challenge, The Velocity Vortex, and pool race. Expert-led mindful movement sessions, wellness talks, healthy culinary moments and exclusive pop-up stores were also featured throughout the day. In addition, guests could access the property’s standout exercise facilities, including a well-equipped gym, junior Olympic-size swimming pool and many more.
The highlight of this empowering day was the Evening Flow powered by lululemon. Led by a leading expert, this activity was designed to revitalize the mind and body as strategic muscle stretches met the calming beachside ambiance at sunset. Winding down the proceedings, the class provided a restorative and nurturing end to the day.
Gastronomy played an important role throughout the event, respecting the importance of fresh ingredients and healthy nourishments. Breakfast On-the-Go presented the ideal chance to fuel up before the day’s activities, with a selection of wholesome options served on the beach, including superfoods and smoothies. Light gourmet selections were available poolside at Flamingos, where a choice of revitalizing fare and rejuvenating drinks kept energy levels thriving.
Sharing insights from an influential industry expert, a Wellness Talk provided an informative highlight, prior to the Closing Ceremony. Afraa Al-Noaimi, Qatari serial entrepreneur and businesswoman, presented “Beyond the Scale and Beauty Standard – A Holistic Approach to Wellness”. In a thought-provoking conversation, Afraa discussed the importance of viewing beauty and wellbeing through a holistic lens, emphasizing self-love, inner balance and body confidence.
Created as a hub for self-care, the event was enhanced by a lululemon pop-up store, where guests could purchase the latest activewear.
“We were thrilled to collaborate with lululemon for Qatar Sports Day,” said Arunika Ekawati, Director of Spa & Recreation at The Ritz-Carlton, Doha. “This event reflected our commitment to promoting wellness and wellbeing through a holistic approach. This celebration gave us the opportunity to showcase the world-class facilities and guest experiences that our hotel is renowned for.”
Home to an impressive collection of sporting settings, including a squash court and two indoor tennis courts, The Ritz-Carlton, Doha, features Qatar’s only junior Olympic-size swimming pool and the city’s largest gym. A team of personal trainers are on hand to create results-driven workouts, whilst group classes featuring Zumba, Martial Arts and Aqua HIIT are available on a regular basis. A haven for wellbeing, the property also boasts the multi award-winning, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Doha where innovative treatments provide rejuvenations for mind, body and spirit. Qatar Sports Day is a chance for guests to take advantage of the hotel’s leading facilities, alongside access to industry experts through unique partnerships.
