Community Sports Activities in Kingdom Rise 142% in 2024

Community sports, a key component of the Ministry of Sport's goals and the Kingdom's Vision 2030 to promote healthy lifestyles and build an active society, has seen a remarkable increase in 2024, with participation rising by 121% and the number of events growing by 142% compared to 2023.
 The Ministry of Sport's approach to the sports sector has yielded positive results. In 2024, 58.5% of adults over the age of 18 engaged in at least 150 minutes of weekly physical activity, while 18.7% of children aged 5 to 17 achieved at least 60 minutes of daily activity.
 These increases are partly attributed to 242 programs and events in 2024, involving various sectors and engaging 155,000 citizens and residents in 32 cities and governorates. The Eastern Region led with 41,500 participants in community sports.
 Running emerged as the most popular activity, attracting over 50,000 participants across 30 active programs.
 The Saudi Yoga Committee was the most active entity in 2024, organizing more than 13 events.
 The Ministry of Sport is committed to developing a comprehensive strategy for community sports, recognizing its direct impact on societal well-being, effectiveness, excellence, and health.