The Indonesian Express
Sunday morning (15/6/2025) was a lively moment for Balikpapan residents who crowded two different locations to take part in mass gymnastics activities. In Bekapai Park, hundreds of residents took part in the “Senam Bekapai Berseri”, while at Balikpapan Tennis Stadium, similar enthusiasm was seen in the “Senam Sehat KORMI”. Since 07.00 WITA, the atmosphere in the two locations was filled with the enthusiasm of residents from various circles. Starting from children, teenagers, to the elderly, they moved together to the rhythm of the gymnastics, marking the high interest in healthy living activities in public spaces. The head of the Senam Bekapai Berseri committee, Hj. Nurlena Rahman Mas’ud, said that this activity was not only a sports event, but also a means of social interaction between residents. “Alhamdulillah, the public response was extraordinary. This shows a high enthusiasm for healthy living. Taman Bekapai has great potential as an active public space and we can continue to revive it,” he said. In addition to gymnastics, the activity was also enlivened by a local MSME bazaar and the distribution of door prizes. Nurlena added that in the future, similar events will be equipped with health check-up services and nutrition education, so that the benefits are more comprehensive.