JOALI BEING and JOALI Maldives celebrated Global Wellness Day with an exciting programme of events that brought together guests and the local community.
This year, in honour of community, JOALI created a memorable evening at the local island Maakurathu in Raa atoll. Dedicated to living well, the community event featured an Island Walk and a Community Dance inspired by this year’s theme #DanceMagenta.
A Kids’ Evening was hosted as well with games, marine biology activities, and healthy food and drinks for young explorers.
“The community aspect was crucial for us here at JOALI because we truly believe in equality. We wanted to create a day where we could bring people together – uniting guests from both islands plus visiting other island communities- to focus on their wellbeing with the belief that: one inspirational day really can change your whole perspective,” said Özgür Cengiz, General Manager of JOALI BEING.
“We want to try and collaborate with as many Maldivian island communities as possible and see how they have been inspired by Global Wellness Day and how it has impacted their day-to-day lives. Our hope is that our communities take learnings from Wellness Day and they wake up every day and choose their joy.”
Özgür is the official Ambassador of Global Wellness Day for the Maldives. On Global Wellness Day, he talked to the Founder of Global Wellness Day, Belgin Aksoy on JOALI BEING’s dedicated podcast about her journey in creating Global Wellness Day and its vision to change lives.
In honour of this year’s official theme #DanceMagenta, movement was at the heart of the experiences along with community: ’celebrating the joy of connection’.
JOALI BEING
At the wellness resort, Global Wellness Day featured an exciting array of events with transformation and dance.
- Dynamic Run and Dance – In rhythm to traditional Boduberu drums and a live DJ where guests could move to Chi-Flow on the sand.
- JOALI BEING’s state-of-the-art Discovery Sound Path took guests on a Movement Meditation Journey through walking meditation whilst enveloped by the healing vibrations of musical instruments.
- The Steps Aerobics Class offered a joyful blend of cardio and music.
- Honouring all aspects of wellbeing, a healthy cooking class with the resort’s top chefs helped guests prepare nourishing, delicious dishes, selecting the right ingredients and using intelligent cooking techniques in the dedicated Culinary Learning Centre.
- Aquatic Motion – fusing movement, live music and water in the main swimming pool. For those looking for a slower paced experience, Sunset Yoga at MOJO Beach was the perfect alternative
And finally, guests danced the night away at Chakra Dance in the scenic Ocean Sala.
“At the core of JOALI BEING is modern science and long-honoured traditions aimed at guiding guests on a journey of self-discovery and renewal,” the resort said.
“A dedicated expert team of naturopaths, therapists and movement experts aims to work with guests every step of the way to help set intentions, nurture and co-create moments of ‘wonder and transcendence.’”
JOALI Maldives
The ‘Island of Joy’ brought an exciting blend of art, dance and learning to the mix with its programming this year, including:
- The JOALI Community Challenge – bringing dance to the forefront, the event encouraged guests to dance and run together .
- At the Spa Pavilion, Movement Meditation took place with JOALI’s expert practitioner at the helm.
- Aqua Jogging to improve cardiovascular fitness and running form was also on offer.
- A Detox Drinks Workshop that provided guests top tips in making their own health cleansing drinks.
“JOALI is committed to engaging with and empowering local communities. Since its arrival in the Maldives, the luxury lifestyle and hospitality brand has demonstrated this commitment in a variety of meaningful ways. The team has partnered with Maldivian organisations to aid the training of girls in local schools; provide hospitality internships for aspiring candidates; and conduct virtual educational sessions for local university students,” JOALI said.
“JOALI has also made significant contributions to local agencies. Generous funds have been donated to several organisations working in the archipelago, including three Women’s Development Committees in Raa Atoll, Women in Tech Maldives, Zero Waste Maldives, and the Olive Ridley Project. Sustainability is also at the heart of the brand and both JOALI Maldives and JOALI BEING are Silver Certified by EarthCheck, for our initiatives towards creating a sustainable future.”
