The first paintball recreation facilities have finally opened in Riyadh after months of technicalities they had to overcome. For the time being they are open on a limited scale. Sessions are by appointment only.

Paintball is a game, first played in 1981 in New Hampshire, in which players compete, in teams or individually, to eliminate opponents by hitting them with capsules containing paint (referred to as a paintball) from a gas-powered device called a paintball marker.

The paintball equipment used depends on the game type, for example: woodsball, speedball, or scenario-ball, and how much money someone is willing to spend on equipment. Every player, however, is required to have three basic pieces of equipment:

Paintball marker: also known as a paintball gun, this is the primary piece of equipment, used to tag an opposing player with paintballs. The paintball marker must have attached a loader or “hopper” for keeping the marker fed with ammunition, and will be either gravity fed (where balls drop into the loading chamber), or electronically force fed. A marker will require a compressed air bottle or carbon dioxide for propellant.

Paintballs: The ammunition used in the marker, paintballs are spherical gelatin capsules containing primarily polyethylene glycol, other non-toxic and water-soluble substances, and dye. The quality of paintballs are dependent on the brittleness of the ball’s shell, and the thickness of the fill; with higher quality balls being almost perfectly spherical and having a thick fill to guarantee breaking upon impact.

Mask or goggles: Masks are safety devices players are required to wear at all times on the field, to protect from paintballs.[15] They completely cover the eyes, mouth, ears and nostrils of the wearer, and masks can also feature throat guards. Modern masks have evolved to be less bulky compared with older designs.

You can book your time slots on your preferred dates to come and play with your group (minimum 10 players).

If you want a private event for your family and friends at your own farmhouse or compound, you may contact  0563981758 and make the booking for a mobile unit (call between 9am to 5pm).

For more information call No.# 01-4105005/01-4101027 (9 a.m. – 4p.m.).

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The opening ceremony for the Wadi Hanifa Rehabilitation Project is set to take place on Monday in the presence of Riyadh Gov. Prince Salman, chairman of the High Commission for the Development of ArRiyadh, which is in charge of the large project for restoring the historic Wadi.

Development Project plans

President of ArRiyadh Development Authority (ADA), Engr. Abdullatif bin Abdullah Malik Al Asheikh said “the project will not only attract visitors but is also good for the environment.”

The project included the construction of dams and regulating the flow of water to preserve the Wadi’s wetlands. The measure will also limit commercial activity and land use in one of Riyadh’s few natural green spaces. Portions of the 120-kilometer Wadi have become popular weekend destinations for picnicking families.

Al-Sheikh said the ADA decided to carry out the project due to the “great urbanization process that has taken place in the Kingdom’s capital city during the latter part of the last century when the strategic value of the Wadi diminished in the face of new far-reaching economic, industrial, commercial and agricultural advancement.”

Al-Sheikh said the ADA has already initiated measures to clean areas linked to the Wadi. The Wadi is named after the ancient Banu Hanifa tribe which inhabited the Wadi in pre-Islamic times when the area received more precipitation than it does today. The rambunctious tribe first opposed the rise of First Caliph Abu Bakr (may Allah be pleased with him), but later pledged peace and joined the new Islamic state.

Wadi Hanifa Water Fountine

Development projects referred to in the comprehensive strategy for developing Wadi Hanifa are investment opportunities available for private sector. They include the following :

• Implementing the Water Canal Project in the Wadi.
• Establishing constant watchtowers.
• Fencing Public lots and environmentally protected areas.
• Establishing models for merchandising points.
• Establishing a group of watch points, side-walks, and distributing the sites allover the wadi.
• Establishing a main road in the wadi in addition to paved sub roads, and roads connected to merchandising points to retrieve the agricultural cover.

To view development details click here

Wadi Hanifa Wiki click here

Starts tomorrow (March 24,25, 26, 31, 2010)and the day after competitions during the ninth and tenth Challenge Cup Porsche AG, T-3 Middle East, and two more rounds of the Cup Zen Lotus Championship and the Middle East, Saudi Arabia and Alradriqal races on the circuit Reem Zain International in Riyadh.

It is expected to culminate with races in Porsche AG, T-3 Middle East version of the first champions of this tournament, Prince Abdul Aziz al-Faisal, where the overall lead in the provisional drivers with 118 points, after he had managed to grab win in 6 rounds of 8 note that the tournament consists of 12 rounds as solution twice in the second place, that is, it all went up to the podium on all of the tracks that have hosted the event, imposing control on the tournament without a competitor.

The Prince Abdul Aziz can identify his name with golden letters on the circuit Reem Zain International in the event won the tournament, which started its competitors on the Bahrain International Circuit last December ahead of his rivals as a difference of 45 points.

The driver was Saudi Paljolten together won the tournament when she visited the Zain Al Reem International Circuit last January, one of the leading candidates for the repeat of this scenario and will arrive to the tournament the last time the following week to embrace circuit Reem Zain rounds of 11 and 12 between March 31 and April 1 next.

The Prince Khalid bin Sultan al-Abdullah al-Faisal, the closest rivals of Prince Abdul Aziz, in the provisional standings of the drivers, ranking second with 89 points, while these two come behind Saudi Bandar Issa (81) and Bandar Ali Reza (70). The Bahrain Sheikh Salman bin Rashid Al Khalifa leads the drivers non-Saudis in the order by coming to fifth with 68 points, while driving the driver Faisal Bin Laden’s Cup class, “Mobil 1″ for amateur and young drivers.

It is expected lovers and followers of motor sport racing at the Circuit Reem Zain International more excitement and enthusiasm and competition tomorrow and after tomorrow with the launch of Zain Racing Lotus Cup Championship races Alradriqal Saudi Arabia. In the Lotus Cup Zain Sharif Fehr driver seeks to achieve its third win in 4 races, knowing that he had lost the title of the third round in front of the most prominent rival Lebanese driver Bodomt was greeted, after a great with Abdullah Al Dosari.

He hopes to follow up driver Saeed Moorish control of the class of 1,5 liters in championship races Alradriqal Saudi Arabia, after climbing to the top of the threshold on the podium 3 times, respectively, to Ihemen the first place, but will face strong competition from three-team “Reem races” all of the Raed Abuzinadah, Medhat Sheikh land and Prince Saud bin Turki.

And highlights the competition in the category of the 1,3-liter with each of the Faisal Shaker, Khalil MM, Bandar Alireza Talal Bin Laden, noting that Shakir had finished competing in the last round in fourth place in the overall standings, he also won the title of the lowest category. Some drivers will also Alradriqal Cup Zain Lotus Challenge Cup competitions in the Porsche AG, T-3.

In addition to all the excitement Cup highlights Saudi Oger, which offers golden opportunities to shine, young talent Saudi Arabia and demonstrated their suit Reem Zain International, hoping to go to international forums in the demonstration sports.

Among the names most promising and talented assistant Khuwaiter remind the driver, Prince Mohammed bin Faisal bin Abdullah bin Mohammed, the son of 16 years, from the team, “Reem races”, which are star opening rounds, both of which Sijaddedan rivalry on the track Arabia. The new face of the next strongly Deep Qahtani will have a word in the Cup, Saudi Oger to highlight his leadership abilities.

For his part, Prince Bandar bin Sultan Faisal, Chairman of Zain Al Reem International Circuit, that the organization of competitions Challenge Cup Porsche AG, T-3 Middle East, Saudi Arabia added to the festival more excitement to the competitions.

“It’s great to win the title Prince Abdul Aziz First Cup Porsche AG, T-3 at home and to the fans” “.

And enjoys the “Festival of Saudi races” on the international circuit Reem Zain sponsored by Zain, Toyota, Castrol, and a group of companies bin Laden, and team “Algsan Motors,” a Saudi Radikal.

MINI Challenge, one of the most successful and popular one-make motorsport series in the world, will next year make its Middle East debut at the Reem Circuit in Riyadh in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

BMW Group nominated the exclusive rights to organise and run the 2010 MINI Challenge KSA to ProRace under the leadership of Prince Khalid Bin Sultan Al Faisal. The new race series is expected to start in the first quarter of 2010. We will keep you updated!

Bringing a new motorsport category to the region, MINI Challenge delivers an exciting blend of thrilling racing for both drivers and fans alike. International series have featured both experienced drivers as well as budding enthusiasts keen to make their mark in motorsport. In some markets, celebrity guest drivers have also joined the fray.

The ever popular series was introduced in 2000 in the UK and now has a presence in Germany, Australia, New Zealand and Spain. Its red hot heritage can be traced back to the 1960s when the MINI Cooper dominated racing and rallying, winning many championships and consecutive Monte Carlo Rallies.

The MINI John Cooper Works Challenge is the official MINI Challenge car, which Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors will make available to participating teams and private customers..

The decision to support the launch of the MINI Challenge race series in the Kingdom was a natural progression for Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors.  The importer recently supported the launch of the ‘Bison MINI Cup’, the first professional Motor Racing competition for MINI in the Middle East. This exciting contest involved ten teams taking part in a cup challange spread over six dates.

Commenting on the signing of the agreement, Prince Khalid Bin Sultan Al Faisal, Chairman of ProRace, said: ‘This  is another crucial milestone in the young history of Saudi Motorsport.  We are proud and honoured to be nominated by BMW Group as exclusive organizer for a professional MINI Challenge series in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

‘This will be the first MINI Challenge event to be held in the Middle East so it’s shows the great potential in the Kingdom for professional racing and we hope to encourage talented motorsport enthusiasts to achieve their potential in a safe and controlled environment with this exciting series.’

Anees Jamjoom, Managing Director of Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors added: ‘The MINI Challenge will bring an affordable, competitive and very exciting series to a wide audience. It is a fantastic opportunity for MINI enthusiasts, budding racers, spectators, sponsors and for motorsport in general.’

A physical as well as mental game enjoyed by many for the competitive spirit that everyone can be a part of the Universal Bowling Center houses 30 lanes divided into two sections 18 at the gentlemen’s section and 12 for the ladies.

Fees:

• Saturday to Tuesday : 15 sr
• Weekend’s : 20 sr

The center contains 4 billiard tables 3 at the mens section and 1 at the ladies, its a game of precision and concentration that helps competitive spirit to grow between players of all ages

Fees:

• 20 sr per hour
• 15 sr per halfhour

The center also has different arcade games that everyone can enjoy, a good way to spend time with friends and family and our newest addition the soccer game that is popular between children of all ages

Fees:

• arcade : 1 coin for 3 sr
• soccer game :
  • 1 carte for 10 sr
  • coin for 5 sr

You can also organize your own private birthday party or just a gathering for friends, catered by the 300 zone cafe serving food and beverages as well as sweets. Universal bowling is located opposite the Olympic Complex, on Prince Faisal bin Fahad St. (map)

Created specifically for women, Curves offers a complete fitness and nutrition solution. The Curves 30 minute workout exercises every major muscle group and burns up to 500 calories through a proven program of strength training, cardio and stretching. In addition, club promotions and events encourage women to support charitable causes, learn about health-related issues and forge lasting friendships as part of the global Curves community.

 Enhancing the Curves workout is CurvesSmart™, your personal coaching system. CurvesSmart individualizes and customizes each workout by monitoring heart rate, workout intensity, range of motion and repetitions and then providing a progress report including number of calories burned!

Curves also provides a nutritional component, Curves Complete. This online subscription program is a nutritional and diet resource that offers personalized meal plans, recipes and expert advice to members and non-members alike—wherever and whenever you are. It’s the perfect compliment to your Curves club membership.

Curves Riyadh franchise will be opening soon, we will keep you posted! For more information please email riyadh@curvesme.com

One of the fastest and most exciting hobbies, gas powered rc cars can go as fast as 50 – 60+ miles per hour. The 1/8 gas cars go 70 – 80 mph in racing competitions. Gas or nitro rc cars provide realism and speed, and is recommended for experienced hobbyist who want to experience something different from electric cars. The most popular gas cars today are the cheap and fast nitro touring cars, and BIG monster nitro rc trucks!

1/10th Scale Gas Touring Cars

These are similar to electric touring cars, but with more power and 2-speed transmission. At 190mm, these cars are slightly narrower and smaller than the 200mm models. These cars are tamer in performance as compared to 1/8th scale on-road gas, but still capable of speeds in excess of 50mph.

Land Space shop provides a large collection of rc cars, trucks and their space parts. They also organize racing and other events! They are located on Dhabab St, Olaya District.