(Abu Dhabi) – Leading stakeholders of the UAE Government joined forces at Yas Marina Circuit to announce the launch of the Zayed Marathon 2015, the day the UAE runs together.
Held on 21st March, the race is organised by the Armed Forces Officers Club in collaboration with Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi Sports Council, and SEHA, the Abu Dhabi Health Services Company.
All of these large corporate and government agencies are supporting the run in order to foster healthier and fitter communities, a sense of inclusiveness among the UAE’s residents and to celebrate the country’s national identity.
It was also announced that registrations are now open for the annual event, which raises money for the Healthy Kidney Foundation, and is open to runners of all abilities, aiming to get members of the community fit and active by running together. All proceeds from the Dh100 registration fee will go to the Healthy Kidney Foundation.
(Courtesy WAM)
