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JEN Maldives Malè by Shangri-La hosts Fitness Fest
JEN Maldives Malè by Shangri-La is pleased to introduce the first of its kind Fitness Fest in the Maldives in conjunction with World Wellness Weekend.
The JEN’S Fitness Fest is a collaborative event launched on Saturday, 18 September 2021.
The goal is to conduct the fest annually in collaboration with local partners and leading fitness professionals and clubs in the Maldives showcasing local talent and different style of workout and fitness opportunities that are available for the residents of Male city.

This year’s partners are Elite, Heat and Glow Fitness, supported by Bon Aqua as the beverage partner. The event partner was Hub Events and media was represented by Adhadhu online news channel.
The event was held in the open-air prime spot of Usfasgandu, with free entrance open to the public, to allow people to experience the workouts.

Elite Fitness showcased multidisciplinary workout options of group fitness trends such as Les Mills Body Attack, Body Pump, Strong Nation, Pound Fitness, Zumba workouts and more. Many of our colleagues and the public joined to experience the activities.
A stand-alone pop-up food outlet of JEN’s Kitchen ‘on the go’ was open with a healthy range of beverages and sandwich options for the public during the event.

A raffle draw was done with enticing fitness prizes given away to participants during the event which included 6 month personal training membership from Heat Health and Fitness, a 1 month group fitness membership from Glowfit, 3 months group fitness membership from Elite fitness, 1 month gym membership from JEN Maldives Male’ by Shangri-La , a Chill and Relax pool package for 2 persons at JEN Maldives Male’ by Shangri-La and a 2 nights 3 days stay at JEN Singapore Tanglin by Shangri-La.
The General Manager Brice Lunot said: “The wellness tourism industry has been growing steadily over the last few years, and this is one of the many projects we have in the pipe line to expand on this year to work with the local community and help to build a wellness trend around tourism while paving a free platform for the people of Male’ city to experience fitness first hand.”

Shangri-La and its properties are well known for their part in Corporate Social Responsibility and raising awareness and contributing and conducting initiatives and awareness programmes every year for their guests, staff and for society.
JEN by Shangri-La has been designed with modern, highly driven pacesetters in mind, a generation of that are hungry to explore all that Asia has to offer.
JEN’s design and lifestyle centric hotels boast inspired interiors, buzzing co-working spaces, exciting mod-Asian F&B concepts, performance-driven wellness, and thought-provoking programming that champions the culture, conversations and communities driving the region today.
JEN has a strategic portfolio of nine hotels located in key Asian gateway cities – Beijing, Hong Kong SAR, Shenyang, Johor Puteri Harbour, Maldives Malé, Manila, Penang, and Singapore; with five more hotels in the pipeline across Mainland China.
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SO/ Maldives introduces ‘Fight Fit’ wellness activation
On Saturday, 25 April 2026, SO/ Maldives will stage its “Fight Fit” island activation as part of the resort’s ongoing 120 Days Fitness Challenge, bringing together fitness, wellness and local collaboration in a resort-wide programme.
Developed in partnership with Fight Soul Maldives, a local fitness collective focused on combat sports, the activation is designed to offer guests both participation and live viewing experiences while also bringing a local element into the resort’s wellness programming.
A key part of the activation is the Muay Thai Guest Workshop, where guests will have the opportunity to train with fighters from Fight Soul Maldives. Open to different fitness levels, the sessions will introduce the basics of Muay Thai through drills, technique-based training and group activity.
The programme will extend across the island through a series of activities including sunrise yoga, beach combat training, aqua yoga accompanied by DJ music, and sunset fight showcases. According to the resort, the aim is to combine physical activity with the island setting through a range of structured wellness experiences.
The activation will also include a healthy menu developed to support fitness and balanced living, in line with the resort’s wider wellness focus.
Guests will also be invited to take part in a skincare workshop and ritual linked to the launch of products from Comfort Zone. The experience will introduce skincare practices based on science and sustainability as part of the broader wellness programme.
In the evening, the programme will continue with foam parties, fire dance performances, and live Muay Thai and kickboxing exhibitions featuring athletes from Fight Soul Maldives.
Through “Fight Fit”, SO/ Maldives is presenting a wellness-led island activation that combines fitness, lifestyle programming and collaboration with local talent.
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Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives introduces indoor mini golf experience
Resort experiences are increasingly shaped by the need for flexibility, with guests seeking activities that can be enjoyed beyond peak sun hours, creating a natural demand for engaging indoor spaces and particularly in tropical destinations where brief, seasonal rain showers are part of the island rhythm.
Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives builds on this evolving guest preference with the introduction of its new 8-hole Indoor Mini Golf Centre, adding a playful and interactive dimension to the island’s leisure offering. The space was officially unveiled at a recent opening, where a guest was invited to mark the occasion, setting the tone for an experience centred around shared enjoyment and light-hearted moments.

The indoor mini golf course offers a relaxed, air-conditioned space where guests of all ages can take part, whether as a casual game between families, a friendly challenge among couples, or a fun addition to group stays. It provides a comfortable alternative to outdoor activities while maintaining the sense of energy and connection that defines time on the island, regardless of the weather.
The addition builds on the resort’s existing indoor facilities, including billiards, table tennis, and a dedicated kids’ playroom, creating a more rounded leisure experience that caters to different moods and moments. Outdoors, guests can continue to explore a wide range of activities, from beach volleyball and futsal to badminton, diving, and both motorised and non-motorised water sports.

As one of the first resorts in the area to introduce an indoor mini golf experience, Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives continues to evolve its offerings in line with how guests choose to travel today, blending activity, comfort, and shared experiences in a setting designed for both relaxation and discovery.
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COMO Maalifushi highlights uncrowded surf access across southern atolls
COMO Maalifushi presents a considered approach to surfing in the Maldives—one shaped by access, expertise, and the quiet privilege of space.
Located in the remote Thaa Atoll, the resort offers entry to a network of lesser-travelled breaks across the southern atolls, where consistent Indian Ocean swells meet uncrowded line-ups. Here, surfing unfolds without urgency—guided by natural rhythm rather than routine.
At the core of the experience is COMO Maalifushi’s long-standing partnership with Tropicsurf, daily sessions are shaped by real-time ocean conditions, with coaching that adapts intuitively to each guest—whether taking to the water for the first time or refining technique across more complex reef formations.
Guests are given access to a curated selection of breaks across Thaa Atoll, Laamu Atoll and Dhaalu Atoll—each offering a distinct character. From the long, forgiving rides of Farms to the more technical, fast-moving rights of ‘Machine’, the programme is designed to evolve with both conditions and capability.
“Surfing at COMO Maalifushi is defined by its sense of space and possibility,” says Peter Nilsson, Managing Director, COMO Maldives. “Our location allows access to some of the Maldives’ most consistent yet uncrowded waves, and through our partnership with Tropicsurf, we’re able to offer an experience that is both highly personalised and quietly exceptional—true to COMO’s way of doing things.”
The season, which runs from April through October, brings steady swells from the southern Indian Ocean. Yet beyond seasonality, it is the absence of crowds that defines the experience—allowing guests to engage with the ocean on their own terms.
Surfing at COMO Maalifushi sits naturally within the wider rhythm of the island. Time in the water is balanced with restorative treatments at the COMO Shambhala Retreat, unhurried dining, and the simplicity of island life—creating a sense of flow between activity and stillness.
Here, surfing is guided with care, framed by nature, and experienced without excess.
For more information, please visit the resort’s website.
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