The first ever Pink Ladies Games in the Middle East saw over 230 women battle it out at Fairmont, The Palm whilst raising breast cancer awareness and money in partnership with Pink Caravan UAE breast cancer initiative.
Over 40 teams from across Dubai took part in the games for women by women and all of them tested their strength, endurance and fitness at the specially designed challenges. The challenges were created to unite cultures in a fun and active manner and included: the Land Rover Tyre change, Paddle Boarding races in the sea, the Waiter’s Race, followed by a Fitness First Tug of War and the Eliminator Nail Breaker. All teams warmed up with a Zumba dance hosted by Fitness First.
Launched by Promoseven Sports Marketing and Hercules Trophy, Inge Van Belle, Co-Founder of Hercules Trophy said: “Seeing so many women here today having fun and enjoying themselves is testament of the success of the first ever Pink Ladies Games here in Dubai. Thanks must go to everyone that has been involved in the build-up and in particular the support of the Dubai Sports Council and Pink Caravan.”
Pink Ladies Turn Out In Their Hundreds. The ladies only games concept originated from Europe and has been running in five cities for over 1,000 women before launching in Dubai today. This exciting new concept in Dubai is in partnership with Pink Caravan UAE breast cancer initiative and is dedicated to raising money for breast cancer and supported by the Dubai Sports Council and Emirates Red Crescent.
Pamela Lovett from Zeta Phi Beta Sorority took part in today’s event and said: “We had such a great time, the event was fabulous, a great cause and it’s a fantastic venue here at the Fairmont, The Palm. Everything was very well organised, lots of energy and we would definitely like to come back next year.”
Participants and their friends and family enjoyed the music from local DJ who made sure everyone was ready to battle it out on the beach, in the pool and on the paddle boards in the sea. The games were followed by a delicious breakfast by the pool as the awards and prizes were given for first, second and third place as well as best dressed team, best sportsmanship and the most special lady.
In addition, a number of women made use of the free examination facilities at hand from Pink Caravan UAE breast cancer initiative.
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About The Pink Caravan is a Pan UAE breast cancer initiative that falls under Friends of Cancer Patients’ umbrella initiative “Kashf” for early detection of cancer.
Launched in 2011 under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah and Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher Bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of the Ruler of Sharjah, Founder and Royal Patron of the Friends of Cancer Patients Society (FoCP), International Ambassador of the World Cancer Declaration for Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) and International Ambassador for Childhood Cancer for UICC, Pink Caravan aims to raise awareness around breast cancer early detection and screening methods, lobby for the creation of the first UAE National Cancer Registry, and raise sufficient funds to purchase and operate a state of the art mobile mammography unit.
The initiative has garnered widespread recognition locally, regionally, and internationally, and therefore, has appointed ambassadors from different walks of life to promote and advocate its mission.
About Herculean cvba – Herculean cvba is the holding company that holds the rights for Hercules Trophy, Hercules Academy and Hercules Projects. Hercules Trophy is a super-charged inter-company sporting team day, which builds camaraderie, embraces networking and promotes company loyalty. No athletic skills needed to participate. Everybody at the office can join the event, have fun and even win the competition. “One day – Business teams of 5 to 7 people – 12 challenges – Tons of fun” Hercules Trophy is the coolest Corporate Team Challenge on the planet. Through the Hercules Academy, we help organisations improve corporate wellbeing by offering a holistic programme based on Olympic know-how. Hercules Projects offers tailor made active concepts, based on the Hercules Trophy concept.
About Fairmont The Palm – Located on the Palm Jumeirah, Fairmont The Palm is the perfect luxurious family resort in Dubai that offers 381 lavish rooms and suites including accessible rooms for disabled guests with modern décor and Arabic touches overlooking the Arabian Gulf and the Dubai Skyline. A choice of dining experiences await the guests including the Brazilian restaurant “Frevo”, the Mediterranean seafood restaurant “Seagrill on 25° Restaurant & Lounge” and the international dining outlet “Flow Kitchen”. Fairmont The Palm presents a wide range of leisure and outdoor activities, including four outdoor temperature-controlled swimming pools, 800-metres of private white-sand beach and a full-service state-of-the-art health club with personal training and group exercise classes. Children between the age of 18 months and 15 years will be entertained with fun and educational activities indoors at “Fairmont Falcons Kids Club”. The hotel presents eight event areas ideally suited for social functions, corporate events and exclusive wedding parties. Fairmont The Palm is only 25 minutes from the Dubai International Airport and is close to the main shopping malls and local attractions in the city.
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