Call it by any name, physical fitness evokes enthusiastic response from a cross-section of the society.
Tag Bollywood to its name, the programme would soon become a byword among an increasing number of young men and women across ethnic groups.
Such is the mesmerising power of the Bollywood that it can never be overstated.
‘Bollyworx’ is a term that is getting louder in many organisations, making people sweat to the tunes of Hindi film music.
Sprouting interest
The sessions organised by the Sports Recreation and Outdoors Trust (Sprout) are perhaps the most successful in content and extent.
Encouraged by the overwhelming turnout last year, the organisation has planned another round of these sessions in Auckland, starting on September 8.
Sprout Trustee and organiser Richard Poh said that it would be ‘Mega Bollyworx,’ opening another arena for health and fitness.
“Each session incorporates 90 minutes of fantastic workout on great music with a half hour informative session on smart and healthy eating. This landmark event will witness Sprout volunteers from all centres performing workouts under one roof,” he said.
According to him, ‘Mega Bollyworx’ incorporates aerobics with Bollywood music.
“Trained and experienced volunteers will lead each of our sessions, which are open to all age groups at all levels. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a bottle of water and a towel,” he said.
The programme targets people from the South East Asian communities.
Three sessions
The first of these will be held on September 8 between 1115 am and 115 pm at the New Lynn Community Centre (45 Totara Avenue, New Lynn).
The second session will be held on September 26 from 630 pm to 830 pm at the Mt Roskill War Memorial Hall (13 May Road, Mt Roskill)
The third and final programme will be held on October 6 from 5 pm to 7 pm at the Hall of Jesus Christ (446 Great South Road), Papatoetoe.
Participation is by tickets, which cost $5 per person per session or $10 per person for all three sessions. Children under 12 years of age would be allowed free.
Sprout was officially launched at the Mangere (South Auckland) based Hindu Heritage Centre on ‘White Ribbon Day’ on November 23, 2008.
Charitable entity
Its primary aim is to encourage people of Indian origin (PIO) to participate in outdoor sports activities, foster their health and good habits and augment community relationship.
Trustee Munish Bhatt said the organisation has been incorporated as a charitable, voluntary and not-for-profit entity.
“As well as aiming to optimise the wellbeing of PIO in New Zealand, we hope to provide a platform for every Indian to perform well in outdoor activities.
Sprout launched its Sports and Community Awards this year, with the Awards presentation ceremony held on May 26, 2012.
Further details of ‘Mega Bollyworx’ can be obtained from Richard Poh on 027-6011110 Email: info@sprout.net.nz
