Qatar Foundation Hosts Fun-Filled Sporting Activities to Mark National Sports Day

Doha, February 09 (QNA) - To celebrate the nation s second annual National Sports Day, Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development is hosting a variety of fun-filled sporting activities on its campus next Tuesday. With the physical well-being of Qatar s population identified as a top priority under the issuing of Emiri Decree No. (80) for 2011, Qatar Foundation has remained steadfast in its determination to meet this ambitious agenda. Next week s sporting program will encourage the pursuit of healthy lifestyles and physical fitness by making exercise enjoyable and family-friendly. Throughout the day, a number of competitions and tournaments will take place across five main sites at Qatar Foundation. Events include running and cycling races, football and cricket matches, golf lessons and karate classes, and many more besides. Specific competitions will be organized for those with special needs. Entertainment will also be available for children of all ages, through activities such as mini tennis, face painting and balloon twisting. Al Shaqab, Qatar Foundation s equestrian venue, will host several presentations including a pure bred Arabian horse show, an impressive tour of its world-class facilities, and pony rides for youngsters. Held on the second Tuesday of February every year, the public holiday is inspiring Qatar s population to enjoy athletics while raising awareness of the importance of physical health. Qatar Foundation places great emphasis on the nation s overall welfare, and, consequently, is committed to the vision of fostering a sport-loving society. "By building top-notch, accessible sporting facilities on campus, Qatar Foundation is motivating its students, faculty and staff to incorporate exercise and fitness into their daily routines," said Ali Al Muftah, Executive Director of Support Services at Qatar Foundation. "And with community development designated as one of the Foundation s three key pillars, the event is fulfilling our objective to help build a healthier population," he added. (QNA)