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SPORT CENTERS
SPORT CENTERS
GAA Parent tip: most of these places are great for organizing birthday events with discount offers on Entertainer app and GEMS Rewards app.
Online booking required for most.
ZSC Bowling Alley booking not required. Check for public skating times for Ice-Skating rinks, as it may be busy with classes or hockey practice.
Always check for available corporate or credit card discounts.
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Privilee is a membership that gives you access to gyms, resorts, beach clubs, etc. Some people really enjoy the membership but sometimes have to do a couple of tries to get into clubs since they are not given priority.
Check out the website for more info: https://privilee.ae/
Sports and Recreation facilities in Maryah Island. You can book facilities for:
basketball/netball
tennis/badminton
handball/volleyball
football
ZSC ACADEMY - Powered by Zayed Sport City offers high-quality lessons from certified coaches.
Located in Khalifa City A, this international sports resort offers following sports:
Equestrian
Motor sports (adults and kids karting)
Water skiing
Wake boarding
Paintball
Shooting
Archery
Swimming pool
Outdoor football pitches
Tennis court
Basketball courts
Volleyball courts
Fully air-conditioned changing and showering facilities with lockers
Opening Hours: 07:00 am - 11:00 pm
Al Wathba Cycle Track is one of the best and most scenic cycling destinations in the UAE. Surrounded by miles and miles of desert, this area’s ethereal landscape played a starring role in the film Star Wars: The Force Awakens, with a cycle here promising picturesque vistas, especially during sunrise and sunset.
The illuminated track can be broken down into several routes. Beginner cyclists can ride the 8-kilometre or 16-kilometre routes, while expert cyclers can take on the 20-kilometre, 22-kilometre or full 30-kilometre routes.
You’ll find this unique track near the Camel Race Track, approximately a 40 to 50-minute drive from Abu Dhabi.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/gEkxaxB7x3gj3MnU6
Located in Marina Mall, Bounce Abu Dhabi has more than just trampolines, featuring an enormous 40-metre slide and 2 slacklines. A zip line runs across the venue with a dorsal harness. The Bounce team have also created the ultimate adrenaline rush with the Quick Drop, a freefall experience for the brave. There's also an oversized Super Tramp, not one but two Dodgeball courts, two giant airbags, a large performance area with a 5.5-metre Infinity Wall for aspiring wall runners, a 19-metre fast-track trampoline for the ultimate tumbling kings, and five party rooms for birthdays or private events.
Opening Hours: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Hudayriyat Leisure and Entertainment District’s modern facilities and outdoor attractions make it the perfect destination for friends and families. Attractions include:
321 Sports, featuring sports fields and pitches, running tracks, indoor and outdoor courts for basketball and tennis, and modern fitness facilities.
Bike Park with three different trails: tracks for beginners, intermediate, and advanced cyclists.
Circuit X, home to four thrilling parks: BMX Park, Splash Park, High Ropes Park, and Skate Park.
5 to 10 kilometres of Cycling Tracks
750 m Jogging Track
OCR Park, challenging obstacle courses sponsored by Sabco Sports.
Rolling Wheels Entertainment is the first roller skating Rink in UAE. They have 2 branches in Abu Dhabi: in Dalma Mall and Al Wahda Mall.
For booking: https://www.rollingwheels.ae/product/hourly-bookings/
Yas Marina Circuit hosts TrainYas on Tuesday evenings
Whether you want to jog a lap, cycle, or take a leisurely walk with loved ones at sunset, Yas Marina Circuit welcomes individuals of all fitness levels and ages to raise their heart rates in our unique setting.
Entry is free! Register online in advance to avoid disappointment.
https://www.yasmarinacircuit.com/en/healthandfitness/trainyas-detailpage
This sports complex is home to everything from basketball and beach volleyball facilities to tennis courts, a football stadium and a fitness centre. It also has a very affordable bowling alley and an ice rink (Tel: +971 2403 4333), with the latter being a fantastic way to cool off for a few hours, with lessons available if you're looking to channel your inner figure-skating champion.
ZSC's International Tennis Centre (Tel: +971 2403 4222), an ATP-standard facility with six training courts and a centre court with a spectator capacity of 5,000, hosts the annual Mubadala World Tennis Championship. Each year, the world's best players compete for the championship title over three days of thrilling action.
ZSC is also home to Abu Dhabi's biggest bowling alley, the Khalifa International Bowling Centre (Tel: +971 2403 4648) with a video arcade, bumper cars and a restaurant for when all that activity works up an appetite.
ZSC Step: For ages +12, Every Monday, weekly energizing Fitness event at the National Stadium, every Tuesday for Ladies ONLY.
Some useful numbers of ZSC coaches to organize training:
Tennis: Sigi Meeuws +971508376481
Cycling: Olly +971504192561
Ice skating: Steve +971563577797
Opening Hours: 07:00 am - 10:00 pm
Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub is a state-of-the-art facility located in the heart of Abu Dhabi, spanning across 25,000 square meters. It includes the international majestic Zayed Cricket Stadium that can accommodate up to 22,000 spectators, tennis courts, football fields, a swimming pool, a gymnasium and restaurant. The facility also offers ample parking and top-level security, making it a world-class destination for community sports enthusiasts and professionals alike.
To see what sports are offered, click here: https://www.sportshub.abudhabi/sports
Opening Hours: 07:00 am - 10:00 pm
https://www.sportshub.abudhabi/
SPORT CLUBS/GYMS (including water-sports)
SPORT CLUBS/GYMS (including water-sports)
Fitness studio offering boxing, Muay Thai, Thai Fitness, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for men, ladies, teen girls and kids.
Offers discounts for GEMS Staff.
Location: Upper basement, Al Bandar, Al Raha Blvd, Al Khalifa City
Tel. + 97124496524 https://www.cobrafitnessuae.com/
Haddins Fitness offers a wide variety of programs for adults including Physio, massage, prenatal and postnatal classes. They also have strength and conditioning classes for kids 10-16 years.
Location: Haddins Fitness Zayed Sports City
Tel. +97124034233 www.haddins.com
The Room
The Room
Fitness studio offering group classes - Spinning, Pilates, Yoga and their own ‘safety first’ functional training program SHAPE.
Complemented with dance and kids classes to make it a great community.
They also offer personal training, sports massage, reformer pilates, biomechanical screening, body composition testing, holistic health and personal development coaching.
Location: Zayed Sport City
Tel. +971 2 4444 945
Track and field training and events at Armed Forces Officers Club for tots, kids and teens
Location: Armed Forces Officers Club
+971 50 2257024 http://ultimateathleticsuae.com
Yoga, Pilates, dance and wellness classes for all ages. Call for details @ 024434448, email at info@bodytreestudio.com
Located in Mangrove One Compound. Offers Hot, Aerial and Kids Yoga/Gymnastics
Club offers Olympic-size swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, gym, spa, tennis courts, squash court, Basketball court, Football fields, Bowling alley and an indoor shooting range.
Also dedicated children’s section with sheltered swimming pool. Also has a dedicated ladies gym and time for ladies at the swimming pool.
Tel. +97124975308
They offer one day scuba dive experience, as well as water sports and city boat tours. They also offer PADI scuba dive courses with certifications. Divers can be as young as 9 years old.
Tel. 050 2028357 http://www.abudhabimarine.ae
Location: https://g.page/abu-dhabi-marine-diving-center?share
Organizes Beginner and Intermediate sailing courses for children and adults.
Located in Yas Marina
Hristo Hristov, General Manager
Tel: +971 50 614 1689 / +971 504047688
For a yearly membership you have access to take boats out into the ocean. There are different membership levels but an easy way to take out a boat without owning.
Tel. + 800 822 78
Kayak, sailboat, SUP, Dragon boat rental
Locations: Eastern Mangrove Marina, Jubail Island South
Tel. 0502964793 / 02 558 1889 https://noukhada.ae/
Speedboat rides for the whole family at the Eastern Mangroves. A 75 minutes guided tour through the Mangrove National Park. Advanced booking required.
Tel. 050 7797054 http://www.rhinoabu.com
Private British Club on the Corniche with beach access.
The Club is home to a variety of award-winning dining venues, a state-of-the-art Health Complex, a multitude of fitness activities, giving our Members the opportunity to participate in a large variety of different sports from sailing to tennis, and diving to football. For Members wishing to relax in the sun, The Club boasts two beaches and a 25m swimming pool.
Tel. +97126731111 (Ext. 0)
Kayaking and SUP at Eastern Mangrove Promenade, Al Reem Central Park and Louvre Abu Dhabi (kayaking only).
Also check their website for special events, like Yoga, bootcamp, beachfitness days. Booking required.
Tel. +97126736688
JUNIOR AND ADULTS SPORTS TEAM CLUBS (competitive)
JUNIOR AND ADULTS SPORTS TEAM CLUBS (competitive)
Kids Baseball League (Abu Dhabi Little Sluggers)
https://www.facebook.com/abudhabilittlesluggers/
Location: Zayed Sport City
WILDCATS, at Sport School, is basketball school located in Abu Dhabi Country Club.
For more info, please call directly the Coach, and not the Country Club, as he is independently organizing those activity inside the Sport School of the Abu Dhabi Country Club
Coach LJ at 050/796-3340
Soccer Club for different age groups
https://academy.juventus.com/en/year-round-training-abu-dhabi/
A recreation programme for all ages and abilities.
Official Paris Saint-Germain Football Academy Finally In The UAE.
With our PSG certified coaching team and infrastructures our mission is to offer boys and girls aged 4 to 21 an elite football experience, based on PSG’s technical and personal development methods.
Abu Dhabi Location: Click here for multiple locations https://www.psg-academyuae.com/abu-dhabi-locations
Transform your tennis journey with JTP (Junior To Pro) Tennis Academy! We offer programs for Juniors, High Performance Players, & Adults.
Location: Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi Cricket and Sports Hub https://g.co/kgs/vtHLQp7
Your destination for all things gymnastics in the heart of Abu Dhabi.
Location: Dome, Erth Abu Dhabi https://maps.app.goo.gl/K55js78AwwkU3kRc7
Emirates Skating Club is the first registered and licensed figure skating club in the United Arab Emirates. The club was established to promote and develop the sport of figure skating. Emirates Skating Club follows and implements all standards, rules and regulations required by the United Arab Emirates Ice Sport Federation, UAE sport authorities, International Skating Union and International Skating Institute of Asia.
Location: Zayed Sports City Ice Rink
Emirates Karate Centre is a well-established group that has been teaching Martial Arts in Abu Dhabi since 1984. Our instructors include World Karate Champion and fully qualified & experienced Sensei‘s (Teachers). It takes pride in providing the highest quality instruction for different forms of karate, kung Fu, kick boxing and yoga in a safe and positive learning environment that people of all ages can enjoy. Through the years, the centre has trained more than 17,500 students within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. Presently we are conducting classes in 10 different locations in Abu Dhabi. Our branches are located at Salam Street , Khalifa City, Near Al Wahda Mall , Muroor and Near Khalidiya Park.
Zayed Sports Academy in Abu Dhabi is a multi-sports academy offering tennis, ice skating, and roller skating.
Location: Zayed Sport City https://maps.app.goo.gl/qfzcPwAkebX2Kast5
Active Al Mariyah https://maps.app.goo.gl/PZsKZUjVs8b5B9s37
Swimming academy for all ages.
Location: https://g.co/kgs/N1BZQuw
GOLF COURSES
GOLF COURSES
Abu Dhabi Golf Club
Abu Dhabi Golf Club
Abu Dhabi Golf Club is home to 27 holes of Championship golf. The National, Abu Dhabi's 18 hole Championship course, provides a tough but fair challenge and is home to one of the European Tour's most popular events, the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship presented by EGA, A Rolex Series Event.
Location: Khalifa City A
https://www.troonabudhabi.com/abu-dhabi-golf-club/
Abu Dhabi City Golf Club
Abu Dhabi City Golf Club
The Abu Dhabi City Golf Club is a Par 70 course with a total of 6307 yards for Men and 5403 yards for Ladies.
The 9-hole course design features one Par 5, six Par 4 and usual two Par 3.
No matter what your handicap or length off the tee is you will face a good balance between challenging and inviting holes.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/2a2pS1nDQys4yAmw6
Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, with its Gary Player designed course featuring 18 holes, is one of the world’s most captivating golfing projects.
Location: Saadiyat Island
The 18 hole course presents the kind of challenges that golfers from all over the world dream about whilst the 9 hole par 3 course and practice facilities are the perfect fit for all abilities. The clubhouse is set alongside the water’s edge.
Location: Yas Island
EQUESTRIAN CLUBS (RIDING SCHOOLS)
EQUESTRIAN CLUBS (RIDING SCHOOLS)
Al Forsan Equestrian Centre and Academy is a BHS Approved Riding School, Livery Yard and Training Center as well as an FEI accredited facility. Our qualified instructors teach using BHS standards offering training to all level of riders on both dressage and show jumping.
Al Forsan has 165 air-conditioned stables, as well as an FEI Indoor air-conditioned International Arena, thus allowing our team of riding instructors - to offer all year round tuition.
Location: Khalifa City A
The first ISO certified equestrian club in the UAE.
Beginner to advanced level classes available.
Expert horse riding trainers.
Beach horse riding available.
Kids Camps available during school breaks.
Location: Rahba (behind Deerfields Mall)
The Royal Stables Riding School is exclusively for ladies.
The Royal Stables Pony Club provides riding and learning for children 6 years old and above (boys until the age of 11).
Location: Al Mushrif
BEACHES
BEACHES
(opening timings may vary during Summer and Winter months)
(opening timings may vary during Summer and Winter months)
The beaches are busiest during the cooler months and at weekends, and are very popular for barbecues and picnics, as well as perfect settings for a casual stroll. Swimwear, as westerners may know it, is not the norm on free public beaches so prepare for a few stares if you decide to strip off.
Two of Abu Dhabi's beaches have been awarded the internationally recognised Blue Flag certificate for cleanliness: the Corniche Beach and Bateen Beach.
As well as the free public beaches though, there are beach clubs, where you get to access all the facilities such as sun loungers and changing facilities, but at a nominal price. Always stay on the lookout for special Ladies Days, or other promotions to save on the entrance fee. The Yas Beach is also a beach you have to pay for (unless you're staying at a hotel on Yas Island, in which case just get a voucher from reception), and has a licensed bar.
Most hotels with beaches offer day passes ranging between AED 200-300 that also include F&B vouchers.
Al Bateen Beach - Public Beach with separate Ladies Beach. Open from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
Corniche Beach - Comprising of 3 sections, including Sahil and Bahar, it caters to singles/couples as well as families. There are 3 areas where you can rent bikes and buggys.
Al Bahar Beach - Right behind the beach you will have the chance to play volleayball, football or do some exercises at the fitness parcour. There are plenty of coffeeshops and little foodtrucks that are offering a wide variety of delicious snacks and fresh smoothies. You can also rent bikes and buggies to explore the rest of the corniche promenade. Entrance fee: free. Aqua Bounce castle: AED100 for 1 hour and AED150 for the whole day
Al Sahil Family Beach - Gate 1 & 2: This beach is surrounded by a fence and single men are not welcome here. This is family only. Entrance fee: AED10,50 adults and AED5,50 for older kids
Al Sahil Mixed Beach (free entry) - Gate 3 & 4: This beach is accessible to everyone and is popular because there is no entrance fee. There is a large playground. You have to bring your own sunbeds and umbrellas but there are showers and toilets.
Al Sahil Mixed Beach - Gate 5 & 6: This beach is for men and women alike. There are sunloungers, umbrellas, toilets, showers and snack bars. Entrance fee: AED10,50 adults and AED5,50 for older kids
Hudayriyat Beach - The 600m long beach is free for the public and there is a huge kids play area, sunbeds for rent and toilets and showers. Entrance free.
Saadiyyat Beach Club - Day passes and memberships available. Pricey. Check the offers or Entertainer App to save. Day passes do not include F&B vouchers. Open from 08:00 am to sunset https://saadiyatbeachclub.ae/
Saadiyyat Public Beach - Much cheaper entry fees than Club, but need to pay for renting lounges, umbrellas, towels. Open from 08:00 am to sunset
Soul Beach - Weekday access costs Dhs50 per person and on weekends it’s Dhs75. With your entry fee you’ll get access to a sun lounger and parasol included. Open from 07:00 am to sunset Tel. +971 504432560
Yas Beach - If you’re not staying in a Yas Island hotel, entrance to the beach is AED 50 for adults and AED 25 for children aged 8-16 during the week, and AED 100 for adults and AED 50 for children at the weekend. Children under 8 enter free. Saturday is half-price for ladies. Serves Alcohol. Open from 10:00 am to 07:00 pm https://www.yasbeach.ae/
PARKS
PARKS
Abu Dhabi has a number of excellent large parks, most of which have lush green landscaping to create perfect escapes from the construction and concrete jungle of the city. During the winter months, the more popular parks can get very busy at weekends. In the summer they can be somewhat deserted. Most have a kiosk or a cafe selling snacks and drinks, and some even have barbecue pits – just remember to bring your own wood or charcoal.
Neighbourhood parks are springing up all over the city; the government’s aim is to provide 25 square metres of open space for every resident of Abu Dhabi, while no resident should live more than 400m from a park or open space.
Regulations among the parks vary, with some banning bikes and rollerblades, or limiting ball games to specific areas. Pets are not permitted and you should not collect plant cuttings either. Some parks have a ladies’ day when entry is restricted to women, girls and young boys.
Al Fay Park - located in Reem Island, Al Fay Park has a wide mix of local trees, shrubs and bushes, dense planting and a varied bird, insect and animal life, all designed to create a cool and sensuous ‘forest’ surrounding for the park’s many activities. Location: https://goo.gl/maps/FY9P1d8CAHpa1nUN6
Khalifa Park - Home to a Cultural Library and Maritime Museum where you can enjoy learning the history of Abu Dhabi and viewing some of the oceans wildlife. Khalifa Park is also home to Murjan Splash Park where children can have fun playing the water games or cruising on the Lazy River. Location: https://goo.gl/maps/pVEhcF3NJ7rq5U3U9
Sheikha Fatima Park - Opened beginning of December 2021, the park was formerly known as Khalidiyah Ladies Park and catered only to women and children. It was transformed into a leisure and fitness hub for families by UAE property development company Imkan. It is divided into three zones: a discovery zone, an adventure zone and an experience zone. The discovery zone consists of a skating and strolling area. The adventure zone has a skatepark, a pet park for four-legged family members, a splash pad zone, a basketball court and a play area for toddlers. The experience zone has retail stores spread across 10,000 square metres, including food and drinks outlets, a children’s daycare and a cycle store. There are areas for activities such as yoga and concerts, and there's an outdoor cinema. Some of the cafes and restaurants on offer include Sola Cafe, Seven Dawgs, Le Patchouli Cafe, Acai Ko Cafe, Starbucks, Teela House, Chocolate Republic, Coal Steakhouse, Social Restaurant, and Crunch and Munch. The park also houses Crank, a boutique spin fitness gym. Location: https://goo.gl/maps/hpCTy7Y2W6Eba8JH9
Umm Al Emarat - Animal Barn, Botanic Gardens, Outdoor cinema, Ripe Market. Location: https://goo.gl/maps/c3BxyE7dgtL7JiCX9
Yas Gateway Parks - Nice picnic area on Yas Island, with covered playgrounds, and grill section. Location: North https://goo.gl/maps/x8xM3p6gsjDWFtuL9 South: https://goo.gl/maps/6rKyYVno2GtpagZ18
GLAMPING (fancy camping)
GLAMPING (fancy camping)
A unique desert experience among the sand dunes in an oasis village 90 km outside of Abu Dhabi. Safaris, Quad bikes, Sand boarding Fat biking, Camel trekking, overnight stay.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/kKHX2rcmSHi5KTuh9
Beachside camping in Glamping villas for 4 or in vintage vans for 2, regular tents are also available, restaurant, juice bar and snack bar, BBQ stations, campfire places, beach cabanas and retail shop.
The Bab Al Nojoum site is perfect for those who love the idea of sleeping underneath the stars but don’t wish for a truly rustic experience. Also, being based on Al Hudayriyat Island means it doesn’t involve a long sojourn from the city centre. The camp is a 17-minute drive from the Corniche, under 30 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport and 35 minutes from Yas Island.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/SV3kgaqyJjmRpn4v7
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