Overview
- Guinness World Records adjudicator Alfredo Arista Rueda validated the total on site, eclipsing the prior Seattle mark of 1,038 participants.
- The class ran for 35 minutes under Guinness rules, including a required rhythmic warm-up and continuous participation by all registrants.
- The gathering emphasized inclusion, drawing families, people with disabilities, and former pros alongside city and federal officials.
- Authorities began dismantling the temporary setup on Monday, and the synthetic grass will be reused to rehabilitate or build 300 fields across the capital.
- Organizers linked the feat to World Cup build-up efforts, keeping promotions active such as a women’s ball-control contest that awards attendance at the opening match.