Dubai: Coinciding with the Dubai Fitness Challenge 2026, Dubai National Schools in Al Barsha hosted a sports event in cooperation with the General Department of Police Stations represented by Al Barsha Police Station, the Positive Spirit Council and the Hemaya Council, with the participation of 1,000 male and female students, and in the presence of an elite group of sports and educational figures.

Held under the "Aware Athlete" initiative, the event included a variety of spectacular sports performances presented by students with ribbons and sports hoops, in dynamic displays that reflected the spirit of cooperation, fitness, and creativity. The event also featured a distinguished participation by the Dubai Police musical band and a police dog show, which added an atmosphere of joy and interaction among students and attendees.

The event was attended by Ms. Fatima Buhajeer, Chairperson of the Positive Spirit Council; Mr. Qais Al Dhalai, President of the Arab and Asian Rugby Confederations and member of the UAE Olympic Committee; Mr. Ali Omar from the Dubai Sports Council; Mr. Osama Ajoul, Director-General of Dubai National Schools; and Ms. Suad Abu Harb, Principal of Dubai National Schools in Al Barsha.

To encourage physical activity and promote a culture of sport, students from the boys' section participated in a 3-kilometre walk, embodying the spirit of challenge and determination and underscoring the importance of adopting a healthy and active lifestyle.

The event reflects Dubai National Schools' keenness to promote the culture of sport and physical activity among students and to consolidate the values of cooperation, discipline, and positive spirit, in line with the objectives of the Dubai Fitness Challenge in building a healthier and more active society.