If you live in Qatar, it is a pretty well-known fact that the second Tuesday of every February each year shall be the designated National Sport Day for the country. The event is a designated public holiday and everyone is encouraged to participate in sporting activities with their families and colleagues.

This year, the Qatar National Sport Day 2022 falls on February 8, and several public and private organizations have geared up to celebrate the day with a lineup of events—both paid and free. We’ve listed out all the free events that you can indulge in, this Tuesday, with family and friends. Be sure to check out these activities:

FBQ Museum—Free tour guides for tours

Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani museum has launched a set of free guided tours for National Sport Day at two different locations under the theme “Stories of Sports and Other Tales.”

There is a Carpet Museum Guided Tour set up at Marriot Marquis Doha at 10–11 am. The entrance is free and the tour is guided by the Carpet Museum Curator, Chady El Baik.

There are two more tours at FBQ Museum in Al Shahaniya, both of which include museum tickets along with a free guided tour by FBQ Education Officer, Mahmoud Saber. Tour timings are 2–3 pm and 3–4 pm.

Contact: +974 4486 1444 | vistors@fbqmuseum.org

Knockout boxing—free boxing class

Knockout Boxing center has come up with a free class in lieu of National Sport Day.

Where: Qatar Foundation ceremonial court, Educational City

How to register: Register on the Education City app

Timings: Two classes from 8.30–10.30 am

Photo Art Qatar—Free photowalk

Photo Art Qatar is a part of a global network that supports, promotes, and connects all photographers, creators and content curators. They have offered an “open for all” photowalk at Education City to celebrate the Sport Day.

Where: Education City (Meeting point: Msherib Metro Station in front of QNB branch)

Timings: 8 am–1 pm

How to register: free registration through the Education City app

Marsa Malaz Kempinski Doha—full day sports activities

Marsa Malaz Kempinski Doha has announced an entire day of activity with a complete program of sports activities.

Timing: 9 am–5.30 pm

Contact: Call +974 4035 5555 or Whatsapp +974 7479 0864 for reservations.

Dusit Doha—fun-filled, energetic morning

The Dusit Doha hotel has announced a free-of-charge morning filled with fun and fitness activities at their spectacular rooftop pool for National Sport Day.

How to register: Call 40044444/4319 to book a slot.

Ritz-Carlton—free boot camp

In a bid to promote healthy, active lifestyles, Ritz-Carlton hotel Qatar is organizing a free energizing boot camp for National Sport Day by the beachside.

Timings: 2–3 pm

Contact: Call 4484 8173/174 to book your free spot in advance.

Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum—virtual activities with prizes

Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum is hosting a virtual event designed by 3-2-1 team that is free for all families and people. The event will be through Instagram live and consists of a fun range of activities and challenges curated by their fitness Activators. They will also guide you to email and send your score to them at qosm@qm.org.qa and get a chance to win exciting prizes.

Timings: 9 am–2 pm

Contact: No registrations needed. Email at qosm@qm.org.qa

Evolve Wellness—Complimentary classes

Evolve Wellness is commemorating National Sport Day 2022 by offering a set of complimentary classes by designated instructors for the public. The two venues for these classes are at Four Seasons Hotel (West Bay) and at Sharq Village & Spa (Ras Abu Aboud).

Four Seasons Hotel

11 am–12 pm: Full-body strength workout

12–1 pm: Pilates

2–3 pm: The Beach Body circuit workout

3–4 pm: Kids Boxing

Sharq Village & Spa

9–10 am: Boxing for adults

10–11 am: Kids Boxing

Register: Submit details and book slot from their website

Qatar Foundation—full day of activities

Qatar Foundation, Education City is all set to host children and their families with a full day of activities and sporting events to be held in their Ceremonial Court, Oxygen Park, Multaqa, and the Green Spine. QF is also celebrating a #QFCareFreeDay at Education city and is encouraging the public to walk, cycle or take the tram to these events.

Sidra Medicine—Virtual activities

Sidra Medicine invited the general public to partake in their free virtual health workshops and classes in the light of Qatar National Sport Day 2022. The activities are free of charge and can be participated virtually from the comfort of your homes. The challenges are uploaded on their Youtube channel and can be followed from home with the simple, effective instructions.

9–9.45 am & 1–1.45 pm: Beginner’s yoga

10–10.45 am & 2–2.45 pm: Fitness at home

11–11.45 am & 3–3.45 pm: Vinyasa flow

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Inline Image Credits: 1: FBQ museums, 2: KO Boxing, 3.PhotoArt Qatar, 4. Dusit Doha 5: Evolve Wellness, 6., 7., 8., & 9. Qatar Foundation