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UHW Perbanas and Wonorejo Rungkut Residents Join Mass Exercise

Friday, 14 February 2025 View: 385

Hundreds of people gathered at the central field of Universitas Hayam Wuruk Perbanas on Friday morning (14/2). In addition to campus members, several residents from Wonorejo Rungkut, Surabaya, also participated, wearing pink attire. They looked enthusiastic and cheerful as they joined the “Zumba Party” mass exercise event.

This monthly routine, organized by UHW Perbanas student organizations, offered a unique concept. Besides the exercise session, attendees had the chance to win dozens of door prizes provided by the event organizers. Additionally, several local MSMEs (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises) set up stalls selling snacks in the exercise area.

The event, which started at 6:30 AM WIB, kicked off with a workout session led by Zumba Party instructor, Zin Ronny. With energetic and dynamic movements, the participants responded with excitement and enthusiasm. Wonorejo Village Head, Ari Hardini, S.T., M.M., expressed appreciation for UHW Perbanas’s efforts in encouraging a healthy lifestyle among local residents. "I truly appreciate activities like this because they bring UHW closer to the surrounding community," she said after the session.

She also hopes that the collaboration between UHW Perbanas and Wonorejo residents will extend beyond mass exercise events. Ari envisions more beneficial programs that empower the community and create a broader impact on Surabaya’s development.

"I hope this is not just about exercising together, but also about engaging in other collaborative activities that contribute to Surabaya’s progress," she added.

One of the participants, Marshanda Ayunda Sari, shared her excitement about joining the Zumba session. "It was so much fun! The Zumba Party was truly enjoyable," said the Information Systems undergraduate student.

Her happiness doubled when she won a door prize announced by the organizers. "Alhamdulillah, I got instant noodles! I can cook them with my friends at the dorm," she said with delight. (eko/pr)