The underwater yoga in The Lost Chambers Aquariumis available every Tuesday starting April 4th as an additional day to its ongoing Yoga sessions every FridayIndia April 05, 2017 – Set against the mesmerising tranquility of the Ambassador Lagoon, underwater yoga in The Lost Chambers Aquariumisnow available every Tuesday and Friday from8:00 - 9:00am.
A first of its kind in the region, underwater yoga is the perfect way to kick-start a weekend, with a one hour yoga class costing AED 120 which includes a yoga mat, valet parking and a bottle of water. Hosting not more than 20 guests, the additional class has been introduced due to the high demand of this now popular activity. It creates a unique and amazing experience with the perfect relaxing back drop of Ambassador Lagoon.Surrounded by a majestic 65,000 sea creatures, guests will have the opportunity to rejuvenate and restore in a unique aquatic surroundingpracticing Hatha Yoga, a discipline that helps bring peace to the mind and body. The class is open to all different levels* and aims to improve strength, flexibility and balance, involving beautiful, calming sequence of postures, breathing exercises and relaxation of body tension.
A study released by researchers from the National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth University and the University of Exeter has shown that contemplating fish in an aquarium has an effect in reducing levels of stress and anxiety andprovides health benefits including lowering blood pressure.
* The class is open to those 16+ years of age
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About Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai
Atlantis, The Palm is the first entertainment resort destination in the region and located at the centre of the crescent of The Palm in Dubai. Opened in September 2008, the unique ocean-themed resort features a variety of marine and entertainment attractions, as well as 17 hectares of waterscape amusement at Aquaventure Waterpark, all within a 46 hectare site. It is home to one of the largest open-air marine habitats in the world, with over 65,000 marine animals in lagoons and displays including The Lost Chambers Aquarium, a maze of underwater corridors and passageways providing a journey through ancient Atlantis. Aquaventure features 18 million litres of fresh water used to power thrilling waterslides, a 2.3 kilometre river ride with tidal waves and pools, water rapids and white water chargers. Dolphin Bay, the unparalleled dolphin conservation and education habitat, and Sea Lion Point were created to provide guests a once in a lifetime opportunity to learn more about one of nature’s most friendly mammals. Atlantis, The Palm is also known as the culinary destination in the region with a collection of world-renowned restaurants including Bread Street Kitchen & Bar, Nobu and Ronda Locatelli. The resort boasts an impressive collection of luxury boutiques and shops as well as extensive meeting and convention facilities.
About The Lost Chambers Aquarium
The Lost Chambers has delighted guests with unusual salt and fresh water attractions and an amazing aquatic eco-system never before seen in the Middle East. The open-air marine habitat is the focal point of Atlantis, Dubai’s first truly integrated entertainment destination resort. Resort guests, visitors to Dubai and residents of the Emirates can enjoy and explore an extensive collection of exhibits, pools, lagoons and underwater ruins showcasing an impressive variety of marine life including sharks, eels, rays, piranhas, hundreds of exotic and tropical fish.
Throughout the expansive 46 hectare resort, 42 million litres of salt water are home to more than 65,000 fish and sea creatures representing over 250 species. Second only to Mother Nature, this harmony of marine life is managed by a team of more than 165 full-time Marine Animal Specialists. The veterinarians, biologists, aquarists, divers, laboratory mangers, food technicians, mechanics and directors who tend to this delicate eco-system on a 24-hour basis, have over 200 years’ experience from world-renowned marine institutes and facilities.
The aquarium is attempting to boost the numbers of these species by participating in international breeding programmes and releasing native species into the Arabian Gulf. They have had much success with growth and translocation of local coral species and also a number of seahorses that were released earlier in the year.