Let’s squeeze in some workouts before summer well and truly arrives.
There are still fitness events in Dubai on the calendar, so pop on your gym gear and get ready to burn a few calories over the next few weeks.
Making the most of the cooler temperatures (cool for Dubai anyway), there is lots going on for you to get involved in.
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From early morning runs to a warrior challenge, there’s something for the whole family to try. Or if you’re already melting outside, there’s a very chilly workout on the cards that will definitely keep you cool.
Check out all of the last Dubai fitness events before summer below.
May 5 – Desert Palm X-Country Run
Starting bright and early, you’ll be setting off at 6am for this 3km, 5km or 10km run around the Melia Desert Palm Hotel.
Jogging around the track, the route will take you through the surrounding horse fields and nature before you finish up with some refreshments.
The event is open to all the family, meaning you can head there solo or take the little ones to burn off some steam.
All finishers will also go home with a t-shirt, medal and downloadable certificate. Registration closes at 11.59pm on Fri, May 3.
From Dhs125. Sat 5 May, 6am. Melia Desert Palm Hotel, supersportsuae.com (050 164 6967).
May 15 – Dubai Harbour Night Run
Dig out your neon running gear for this one. Starting at 7.30pm, the run will take you on either a 3km, 5km or 10km route where you can look onto the glittering lights of Ain Dubai, Dubai Marina and the Palm.
Blaring music to get you hyped and keeping up the pace, the mid-week run is a great opportunity to make the most of the evening (the couch can wait for another day).
Reaching the finish line, you will receive a T-shirt and medal, snacks and some refreshments to rehydrate.
From Dhs125. Wed May 15, 7.30pm, Park View Dubai Harbour, premieronline.com.
May 19 – DXB Snow Run
If you were planning a run in Dubai, this is likely not to be the location you were thinking of. However, Ski Dubai will be hosting its DXB Snow Run on the slopes on May 19, and it will definitely keep you cool. Open to ages 13-70, you can sign up either solo or in a team of five for the challenge, which is either a 3km or 5km run.
Although a chillier affair, running through the snow isn’t easy, so expect to be put through your paces as you climb up and down the mini mountain. Registration closes May 16.
From Dhs110. Sun May 19, 6am, Ski Dubai, Mall of the Emirates, skidxb.com (04 409 4000).
May 19 – RX Women’s Cycling Race 2024
Another early start, the ride will begin at 6am, so grab your helmet and get pedalling. Heading around Deira Island, the route will cover both a 20km and 30km course, so be prepared to have legs like jelly when you finish up.
Only open to women, the Peloton event will let you enjoy the surroundings as you clock in an impressive distance. There are even cash prizes available for the winners, as well as a Tour de France Green jersey for whoever bags first place.
From Dhs39.30. Sun May 19, 6am, next to Hotel Riu Dubai, premieronline.com.
May 25 – BIA Warrior Challenge
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One for all the family, this warrior course involves problem solving, obstacles and a lot of team work to get you over the finish line.
Starting in qualifier rounds, your aim is to get the fastest time on the course to be in with a shot of winning. Or if you’re not fussed about the medals, the day is a great opportunity to get active and have a laugh.
From Dhs150, Sat May 25, noon-5pm, Bia Warrior Dubai, Al Asayel Rd Warehouse 1, biawarrior.com, (050 203 7653).
June 1 – FitnGlam x LEANA DEEB Live Class
Want to work out to a live DJ? This class is set to get your energy levels up and is all about empowering women. For ladies only, the event will be hosted by fitness icon Leana Deeb as she takes participants through a serious set of exercises.
All about loving yourself and your body, the day starts at 8am, where begin with a 45-minute weighted class, followed with refreshments and a gift bag. Then the event will host a sit down Q&A with Leana, where you can get some advice from the fitness entrepreneur. All attending will also go home with a free goodie bag – what more can you ask for?
From Dhs157.50. Sat June 1, 8am, Theatre of Digital Art, Souk Madinat Jumeirah, premieronline.com (04 333 2215).
June 9 – Wellman Summer Run
Located at Al Barari, spend the morning running around the lush greenery and beating the summer heat. Open to all ages, the smallest route is only 1km, so you really have no excuse.
A community event designed to get all of your household active before summer, start the weekend off fit and healthy. There are even prizes for multiple categories, so you might come home with something too.
From Dhs105. Sun June 9, 6am, Al Barari Playground premieronline.com.
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