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   Abu Dhabi Womens Group

6 April 2011

Member update

For those that missed last week's field trip, the feedback is that the new 'Splendours of Mesopotamia' exhibition at Manarat Al Saadiyat is excellent - well worth a visit (while you're there, don't forget to take advantage of Fanr Restaurant's coffee club offer - coffee/tea plus a selection of cakes & muffins for only 20dhs per person )! The next field trip is to Dragonmart on 1 May - let Jacqueline know if you'd like to go.

And now that the weather looks like it's finally starting to heat up, our next couple of coffee morning guests will tell us how we can have fun exercising on the water and stay cool (aka wet!).  See left for more info...

:) Marcia

New ADWG golf newsletter 

Are you thinking about learning how to play? Maybe you'd like to take part in one of our ladies golf days? Or just like to know what's going on at the clubs around town? Jacqueline will be sending out a separate golf  newsletter soon, so if you're not already on the mailing list, make sure you ask her to add you! 

Tidbit of the week 

After the big accident on the Abu Dhabi-Dubai road last week, the speed limit buffer is being reduced to 140kph and the speed cameras will be adjusted shortly (there are new signs on the road now which haven't yet been uncovered). For more info, see the article at Emirates 24/7

New yoga & Pilates classes

Josie has recently arrived from the UK and is currently holding yoga & Pilates classes at both Yas Links and her studio in Mohammed Bin Zayed City. She trained with the London Pilates Institute and BSY and has more than 25 years experience in the fitness industry. For more information about her classes go her website www.vitaflow.tv

New concert lineup - Yas Arena

The last Yas Island show weekend concerts for this year (at least until cooler weather) have been announced! Both concerts will be at Yas Arena.

If you're thinking about going, make sure you check out the special weekend hotel offers.

'The Sound of Music' - Dubai 

Tickets are now on sale for the live production of the classic musical 'The Sound of Music', opening 11 Apr at the First Group Theatre, Madinat Jumeirah. For more info, showtimes & tickets go to the website.

Business in focus 

April offers from Sharanis Spa See attached April newsletter with some fabulous offers on everything ranging from self-healing workshops to celebrity facials and some very special Easter deals.

Fore!! Everything golf...

Special offers from Yas Links! Need to buys balls? or maybe you're thinking about  buying your first set of clubs? Check out these great deals from Yas Links (attached).
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NEW! Curry night at Abu Dhabi City Golf Club every Sunday from 7-11pm for only 99dhs (children <6 free, 50% discount for children 7-12)! Call 02 4459600 for bookings.
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Ladies golf mornings every Thurs from 7.30 at Saadiyat Beach Golf Club. Cost is 95dhs per lesson, including  tea/coffee/biscuits after the lesson. There is one golf pro per 6 ladies, and 3 levels of lessons are available:
* 7.30-8.30am for those with or working towards a handicap
* 8.45-9.45am those perfecting their swing & short game, or wanting to go out on the course
* 9.45-10.45 for beginners who have never swung a club before or who are starting over again!

Lesson format each month:
Week 1: Range working on fairway woods, drivers & long iron shots
Week 2: On the course
Week 3: Short game (different aspect each time)
Week 4: On the course
Week 5: TBA when we have a 5 week month

There is also a group of ladies that generally play after the lessons, at the discounted rate of 200dhs/9 holes. Please let Jacqueline know by email if you'd like to join the lessons or play a round after. You will need to book on a monthly basis but ony pay for those lessons you will be available for.
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NEW!! Saadiyat monthly ladies improver event- play 9 holes at Saadiyat Beach Golf Club then have lunch after! Meet at 9.15 for coffee & warmup on the range, then 10am shotgun start followed by buffet lunch. Cost  is 290dhs per person (190dhs for Abu Dhabi Golf Club members). The inaugural event was held last Wed and was a fabulous day - the next events are below. email Jacqueline if you'd like to play!
Wed, 27 April
Wed, 25 May
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Yas Links Ladies Nine & Dine Nights - par 3 + dinner Held every alternate Wed night (starting 12 Jan) from 5pm, the Nine & Dine Nights offer a rollup clinic with a pro (optional) from 5-6 or beginners clinic from 6-7 plus 9 holes on the Par 3 Acamedy Course (with prizes!) and dinner buffet after! Cost is 125dhs per person (incl rental equipment if required). For more info and to book call the Golf Club on 02 810 7777.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------Yas Links ladies par 3 golf day - This event is aimed at getting new players out on the course in a friendly & supportive environment. Cost is 185dhs including morning tea, rental equipment & lunch.  Meet at 9.15 for coffee & warmup on the range, then teeoff with a 10am shotgun start. Please email Jacqueline or call on 050 1328062 if you're interested - bookings essential. If you can't make this one, the next events will be:
Sun, 10 April
Wed, 11 May 
--------------------------------------------------------------------------Abu Dhabi Golf Club ladies weekday special rate - play the Garden 9 hole course for only 150dhs/person including shared cart. For more info and bookings, contact the club directly on 02 5588990 

Jacqueline Wood (Abu Dhabi Womens Group) 050 1328062
Marcia Davidson (Khalifa Living) 050 1254289
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