TVM to open first women’s gym by corporation: Timings, facilities, details
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The Thiruvananthapuram corporation is all set to open a women’s gym to make the women in the city physically and mentally fit. The construction of the gym has been completed at Iranimuttom in Attukal ward. The authorities aim to offer modern gym facilities at affordable rates for women who wish to engage in physical exercises and workouts. The gymnasium will function on the second floor of the 93rd Anganwadi building.
The women’s gym is likely to be inaugurated next month. Most women, especially homemakers, are reluctant to go to the gym due to high fees. Councillor R Unnikrishnan says the corporation offers them a chance to enjoy workouts without charging exorbitant fees. The corporation has procured 25 modern workout machines and equipment by spending Rs 11.54 lakh. Meanwhile, the gym will be open only in the morning and evening.
Besides, a woman trainer will also be available here. The fee structure will be finalised only after the gym's inauguration. The corporation first decided to open a women’s gym at Iranimuttom and Petta. However, the project in Petta was dropped after the sports council expressed discontent over the intended space.
She lodges to be opened
Meanwhile, the Nivasam She Lodge, constructed by the corporation at Kazhakoottam, will be opened by April 15. The flooring works are yet to be completed at the affordable accommodation facility for women. The authorities hope this final round of work will be completed this week. Nivasam aims to offer safe and affordable accommodation for women and children who visit Kazhakoottam and nearby places for various purposes. 22 air-conditioned rooms have been arranged in four floors near the Kazhakoottam zonal office. Besides, there is parking facilities as well as office spaces. The project has been constructed on a budget of Rs 4.75 crore. Councillor LS Kavitha said that Minister MB Rajesh would inaugurate the Nivasam.