Looking to up your fitness game in Dubai this year?

Luckily, the city is packed with classes to fill up your routine, from the usual HIIT classes to boxing blow-outs. Or fancy a barre class?

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If you’re also looking to save a dirham or two while trying out a range of mood-boosting workouts, many gyms and studios in Dubai offer free trials to give you a taste of what’s in store — handy if you’re toying with committing to a monthly membership.

So go on, get your Lycra on and give some of the best exercise classes in Dubai a go, for free:

The best free exercise class trials in Dubai

Royal Box&Fit

Set to officially open in Dubai on Saturday June 1, the Royal Boxing and Fitness Club promises state-of-the-art boxing gear and technology, for those really wanting to improve their technique while working up a (serious) sweat. Proudly situated on the ground floor of the Seven Palm Hotel, this will be the ideal hotspot for short-term gains or long-term commitment, whether you opt in for a dedicated sparring session or group kickboxing class.

Until the big opening, sport lovers are invited to its location every Saturday at 9am for a complimentary taster of what’s to come – expect a high intensity, outdoor class for all abilities.
Opening soon. Seven Palm Hotel, The Palm Jumeirah, royalfit.ae (052 721 3510)

FitnGlam

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Dubbed a ‘super club for women’ this is the place for, you guessed it, women only. Try a range of boutique classes, such as barre, yoga or boxing and many others, for free. Available for first-time visitors only, all you need to do is provide your name and the best number to reach you on, and one of the FitnGlam team members will respond within 24 hours to book you in for a free trial.

Open Mon-Fri, 6am-11pm, Sat-Sun, 7am-10pm. Various locations, fitnglam.ae (04 333 2215).

GymNation

Offering a range of classes, GymNation is a favourite in Dubai. Expect classes you will likely be familiar with, like body pump and yoga, but also something different on the timetable too, such as jumpnation, CrossFit, and a Bollywood dancing workout. Locations are dotted around the city and each one offers a free class for new customers.

Open daily, 24 hours. Various locations, gymnation.com

Wellfit

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Wellfit gym in Jumeirah Village Circle is said to be the largest indoor health and fitness club in Dubai, boasting world-class facilities and amenities. It offers over 300 weekly classes and has hundreds of cardio equipment. Unfortunately, the free trial is not available here, but you can book yourself in for the taster at its Meydan and Sharjah locations. Simply sign up online to bag a generous and free three-day pass.

Open Mon-Sat, 5.30am-11pm, Sun, 6am-9pm. Various locations, wellfit.me (04 702 0700)

1 Rebel

If you’re familiar with the London workout scene, chances are you may have already tried the 1Rebel experience already. Having arrived in DIFC last year, Dubai residents are able to try two of its signature classes for free: Ride and Reshape. Ride is 1Rebel’s version of a spin class, and a Reshape is a mix of interval training and weights. Redeem your free class by simply showing your Emirates ID.

Open Mon-Fri, 6am-11pm, Sat-Sun, 8am-9pm. DIFC, 1rebel.com (04 324 0663)

BOXiQ

Into letting off steam with a boxing session? Head to BoxIQ in Al Quoz for a free session. Boxing coach Joe Ackary, the founder behind the gym, offers a range of classes, all with boxing at their core. Whether you’re a newbie or familiar with a punch bag, the first class is free whichever you choose.

Open Mon-Thurs, 6am-9pm, Fri, 6am-7pm, Sat-Sun 9am-5pm. BoxIQ, Level M, Al Joud Centre, Al Quoz, boxiq.me (058 563 6123)

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