ANCYL in Ward 39 helps the community keep fit during lockdown

“We have heard many community members complaining that they want to go to gym and stay healthy and active,” explained Prince Rulashe, African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) for Ward 39 chairperson.

To help the community and play their part in the call for residents to stay home and stay safe during the Covid-19 pandemic, the ANCYL in Ward 39 has embarked on a fitness initiative.

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“We collaborated with Gym Star to offer free online gym lessons,” said Rulashe.

“We want to assist in keeping our nation healthy and encourage people to stay at home and gym from home.”

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The lessons will be broadcast live on the Ekurhuleni ANCYL Ward 39 Facebook page each Monday, Wednesday and Thursday during lockdown.

The lessons will last for an hour and take place between 4pm and 5pm.

“We urge everyone to join the page and this great new initiative,” said Rulashe.

“Let us keep healthy and active together.”

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