Stay active and have a blast with fun fitness activities all around the city!
Put on your sneakers—the Dubai Fitness Challenge is here again! From Saturday, October 26, to Sunday, November 24, 2024, join this 30-day challenge to get moving for at least 30 minutes each day.
Now in its 8th year, the Dubai Fitness Challenge has a single goal: to make Dubai one of the world’s most active cities. Sign up here to stay updated on all the fitness events happening around the city!
Here’s your ultimate guide to the Dubai Fitness Challenge 2024!
The fitness villages
One of the standout locations for the Dubai Fitness Challenge is the DP World Kite Beach Fitness Village, where you can enjoy a variety of classes and workouts with the stunning scenery of one of Dubai’s favorite beaches.
Plus, there are two additional fitness villages: the new RTA Al Warqa’a Park 30×30 Fitness Village, featuring activities for all ages, including a dedicated kids’ zone and a ladies-only area.
Also, the brand-new Dubai Municipality Zabeel Park 30×30 Fitness Village will include a spinning zone for cycling fans, various running clubs, a Tough Mudder obstacle course, and a main stage for talks and events. This is also where you can grab your bibs and shirts for popular events like Dubai Ride and Dubai Run.
Iconic Events
November 2: Dubai Stand-Up Paddle
Back for its second year, the Dubai Fitness Challenge features a massive stand-up paddle session set against the stunning backdrop of Hatta Dam. These 45-minute classes cater to everyone, from complete beginners to experienced paddlers. New for 2024, you can also try kayaking. Best of all, it’s free to join!
November 10: Dubai Ride
The annual Dubai Ride 2024 has become a favorite challenge in the city, now celebrating its fifth year. Free to enter, this year offers several options, including the classic cycling routes that pass by some of Dubai’s most iconic landmarks. Plus, there’s a new addition: the Dubai Ride Speed Laps, where the only limit is your speed. It’s free to join, but you must register here
November 24: Dubai Run
This hugely popular challenge takes runners through the heart of Dubai, with world-famous landmarks as their stunning backdrop. The route, which is only open once a year when Sheikh Zayed Road closes to traffic, features iconic spots like the Museum of the Future, Emirates Towers, and Burj Khalifa. It’s an incredible chance to experience the city like never before. You can choose between two distances: 5km or 10km, both starting near the Museum of the Future. Register for free here and be part of the 200,000 runners hitting the road this year!
Dates for your diary
Other exciting events you won’t want to miss include the Plus500 City Half Marathon on October 27 at Gate Village, DIFC, featuring 5km, 10km, and half marathon routes. Then, on November 3, the Dubai Women’s Run offers 3km, 5km, and 10km distances around Al Forsan Park at Expo City.
On November 15 and 16, The Sparkle Race invites cyclists to join a 50km challenge at Al Qudra, where you can compete solo or as a team to complete as many laps as possible. For experienced cyclists, there’s the ultimate test: a 24-hour, 500km ride.
On November 9, the iconic Aura Skypool will host a triathlon that elevates the sport to new heights, featuring a 3km rowing machine challenge, a 3km ride on a stationary bike, and a final lap of 250 meters in the infinity pool.
And don’t miss Dubai Active from October 25 to 27 at Expo City, where you can work out with celebrity trainers Kayla Itsines and Leana Deeb. Finally, on November 16, the first-ever Music Run will hit Dubai—a 5km running series that has energized 13 countries worldwide. It will take place at Meydan Racecourse, featuring a fun run lined with speakers and live DJs throwing an epic post-run party!
Community fitness hubs
Community fitness hubs will be spread throughout the city for the 30×30 challenge, offering free daily activities for residents to enjoy.
You can find them at Bluewaters, DIFC, DMCC (JLT), City Walk, Dubai Digital Park, Expo City, and Zabeel Ladies Club, with more locations still to be announced!
For more information, visit dubaifitnesschallenge.com
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