COVID-19: Dubai updates rules for gyms, fitness centres

Saturday, 23 January 2021 10:28

The physical distancing between sports equipment and trainees in fitness centres and gyms in Dubai has been increased from two metres to three metres.

According to the circular issued by Dubai Economy and Dubai Sports Council, the decision has been taken to ensure public health and reinforce safety measures.

ضماناً للصحة العامة والسلامة، وتعزيزاً لتدابير الوقاية للأفراد اقتصادية دبي ومجلس #دبي الرياضي يوجهان مراكز اللياقة البدنية وصالات بناء الأجسام بزيادة التباعد بين الأجهزة الرياضية والمتدربين من 2 متر إلى 3 متر. pic.twitter.com/2wLYAjcEbU
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) January 22, 2021

Speaking on DubaiEye 103.8's Business Breakfast show, Ahmad Al Zaabi, Director of Consumer Protection at Dubai Economy, said more changes could be ahead.

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