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Arabian Post
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Arabian Post
Thrills Meet Learning at Ferrari Workshop on Yas Island
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Miral is set to launch an interactive Ferrari-themed workshop on 21 June at Cinema Maranello in Ferrari World, Yas Island, offering young learners an immersive glimpse into automotive engineering and innovation. Open to participants aged 10 and above, the two-hour session will feature hands-on demonstrations, a quiz, and an exploration of Ferrari's technical journey—all crafted to ignite curiosity and build skillsets in a dynamic setting. Leading the workshop, Miral positions it as a continuation of their education and skill‑development pillar, part of the group's broader corporate social responsibility initiatives aimed at nurturing future generations across Abu Dhabi. The session begins with an engaging overview of Ferrari's storied past and technological breakthroughs. Participants will then transition to practical segments where they can engage with scaled-down engineering modules, deepen their understanding through interactive quizzes, and test their abilities in dynamic challenges designed to simulate real vehicle systems. ADVERTISEMENT The venue, Cinema Maranello, is nestled within Ferrari World—the world's first Ferrari-branded theme park, home to record‑breaking attractions including Formula Rossa, Flying Aces, and Mission Ferrari. Spanning over 40 rides in a climate‑controlled environment, the park is a flagship asset in Miral's immersive entertainment portfolio. Miral emphasises community engagement and knowledge transfer through this workshop. Registration is mandatory and limited; family attendance is encouraged, broadening the event's appeal beyond just the learning participants. The event will run from noon to 2 pm, ensuring ample time for both instruction and hands-on involvement. This Ferrari-themed educational initiative aligns with broader patterns in youth development programming across Yas Island. Over the last year, Miral has hosted a variety of skill‑based events, from eco‑conscious upcycling workshops to digital storytelling and STEM camps. These have targeted children aged from as young as eight through their teens, integrating creativity with sustainability and technical learning. Ferrari World has steadily expanded its appeal as a learning hub. Family‑friendly attractions like the Junior Grand Prix, Junior Training Camp, and Made in Maranello tour blend entertainment with educational value, providing toddlers and teens alike with engaging, instructive experiences. Miral's broader strategy emphasises diversification of cultural, recreational, and educational offerings across Yas Island and Saadiyat Island. It continues development of projects such as the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, a dedicated Harry Potter land in partnership with Warner Bros. World, and integration of digital innovation through alliances like those with Microsoft and Azure OpenAI Service. Marta Zaabi, CEO of Miral, described the Yas Island learning ecosystem as 'a continuously evolving platform where curiosity meets creativity,' demonstrating a focus on nurturing curiosity in diverse ways across the island. The upcoming Ferrari workshop exemplifies Miral's intent to merge hands-on education with its entertainment credentials. By leveraging brand prestige and technical cachet, the event speaks to a growing trend in learning-by-doing experiences, targeting youth engagement outside traditional classroom settings. The event's orientation toward engineering aligns with regional priorities to bolster STEM education and practical skill development in alignment with the UAE's broader educational agenda. Although the workshop is free, spaces are limited to ensure both safety and quality of engagement. Miral has stressed the value of early registration, noting the family-friendly nature of the workshop and the likelihood of high demand given Ferrari's iconic status and the interactivity of the experience.
Barnama
05-05-2025
- Automotive
- Barnama
JrGP: Hakim Danish Exhibits Amazing Ride In Estoril
KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysian motorcycling star Muhammad Hakim Danish Ramli started the 2025 Junior Grand Prix (JrGP) World Championship campaign in style when he finished second in the opening round at Circuit do Estoril, Portugal, Sunday. UAX SeventyTwo Artbox rider Brian Uriarte emerged as the champion with a time of 27 minutes 45.045 seconds (s) leaving Hakim Danish representing SIC Racing-MSI in second place (+7.931s) and Rico Salmela from Estrella Galicia 0,0 completing the podium in third position (+10.403). Hakim Danish in a statement was grateful to be able to provide resistance to Uriarte despite having a rather poor start at the beginning of the race.
Eyewitness News
22-04-2025
- Sport
- Eyewitness News
Gian-Quen Isaacs is skating to end South Africa's 25-Year Winter Olympic drought
She tells Eyewitness News one of her major takeaways from competing at an international level is that mental readiness is just as critical as physical preparation. 'I saw how athletes from bigger federations prepare meticulously from warm-ups to mental visualisation. I learned to stay focused on my own lane, not get overwhelmed by the prestige of the event, and to trust the training I've done. Another lesson was how important it is to adapt quickly to different rinks, time zones, and environments—being flexible is a skill in itself.' The 2019 national junior champion has represented South Africa in the 2018 and 2019 ISU Junior Grand Prix circuits and won the Santa Claus Cup in Basic Novice in Budapest in 2017. 'I stumbled into figure skating almost by accident. I went to watch an ice hockey match with my mom and wanted to play ice hockey. Unfortunately, I've never skated, so I was advised to join a learn to skate club. I remember my mom purchasing my first pair of skates and telling me to at least commit to skating for 1 year. Two weeks in the head coach of the club told my mom I have the potential to be a competitive athlete in figure skating, and the rest is history. He linked us with my coach, who has been my coach since the beginning. South Africa doesn't have a big skating culture, so it started small, but I fell in love with the sport and never looked back.'
