After Earlier Confusion, Youth And Sports Minister Finally Announces Confirmed Gym Reopening SOPs

Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Seri Faizal Azumu via his Twitter page last night (17th September 2021) announced that gym reopening will commence for states in the country under Phase 2 and above of the National Recovery Plan (NRP) with strict SOPs.

The announcement in which he wrote, “Please follow the SOPs, especially ventilation guidelines. Enjoy healthy living!” came after a bout of confusion which led to the issuance of a public apology from the minister.

Gyms are now open for business. Please follow the SOPs and especially the ventilation guidelines. Enjoy healthy living! pic.twitter.com/cryV1Lkbcq

— Faizal Azumu (@PejaOfPerak) September 17, 2021

The tweet also outlined SOPs as approved by the National Security Council (NSC) states that indoor sports facilities are only open to those who are fully vaccinated.

Other provisions include gazetted opening hours (6am to 10pm) and capacity restriction up to only 50%.

Faizal also took to Facebook sharing documents relating to ventilation for gymnasium during the National Recovery Plan.

Let’s hope that the SOPs in place will keep gym owners and gym goers safe during NRP.

Also read: Physical Contact Sports Allowed In Klang Valley For Fully Vaccinated Individuals Starting 17 Sept