Teachers from a private school in Bahrain put their best strokes to the test to support migrant workers with a wet and dry rowing competition.
More than 30 St Christopher’s School staff members took part in a virtual and actual festive rowing challenge around the island.
They were tasked with covering a distance of 161km and the two-strong teams were given three weeks to complete the task.
The school’s director of sport and head of physical education Rob Subbiani told the GDN that the idea was to help colleagues keep fit during the pandemic.
“They paired off and some went on the water and others took to rowing machines to reach their goals,” he said.
“I was impressed that they appreciated the importance of health and fitness and many have decided to continue to row despite the challenge being over!
“Also, I’m delighted at the amount of money we’ve been able to raise for migrant workers.”
Around BD200 was collected from a BD5 entry fee and donations.
Mr Subbiani said that all of those who took part and completed the 161km challenge were awarded certificates of achievement.
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