Global Wellness Day arrives on Saturday June 8, and is bringing with it some incredible sessions to Dubai.

All about focusing on becoming a healthier version of yourself, the day encourages self-care from the inside out.

This year, venues across Dubai are taking part, with many offering free exercise classes, relaxing sessions or even massages for absolutely nothing.

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While not all are complimentary, there are some wellness events that should be on your radar anyway, from full rejuvenation days to healthy afternoon teas.

Check out some of the best deals below for Global Wellness Day and be sure not to miss out.

June 5-8

ICD Brookfield Place

You’ll be spoilt to not just one day, but one whole week of free fitness classes and challenges at ICD Brookfield Place.

Get your sweat on at lunchtime with a sculpt and strength session at Reform Athletica, or push yourself with a burpee challenge at 1Rebel. If you need a little TLC afterwards, the recovery suite experience at Embody Fitness is 50 per cent off. We’ll just leave that there.

Timings vary (classes should be booked directly through gyms), June 3- June 8. ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC. Icdbrookfieldplace.com (04 222 9398).

June 8

Afternoon tea at the Pullman Dubai Creek City Centre

Covering wellness from all angles, the Pullman Dubai Creek will be offering a healthy afternoon tea from June 8-22 swapping in scones for oat banana pancakes, as well as dishes including a superfood quinoa salad and shish tawook.

On June 8 only, you can also take part in a complimentary group kickboxing session led by coach Michael Garcia at 6pm, just be sure to let that afternoon tea go down first.

If you’re still in need of a little TLC, you can also enjoy a 15-minute Express Chair Massage at the hotel’s Fit & Spa for just Dhs45. And…. relax.

Afternoon tea, Dhs75 per person, June 8-22, 2pm-6pm. Kickboxing, free, June 8 6pm. Express Chair Massage, Dhs45, June 8-22, 11am-8pm, Tawasul Ballroom, Pullman Dubai Creek, pullman-dubai-creek-citycentre.com (04 294 1222).

Microform at Mandarin Oriental

Starting bright and early at 9am, begin with a complimentary microform session with Reform Athletica, mixing cardio, strength and high-intensity movements to get that heart rate up. Stick around for the ice bath afterwards, as the cold immersion therapy will soothe those hard-worked muscles and definitely wake you up for the day.

Or if you would prefer something more relaxed, try the free mindful sound healing session later in the afternoon instead.

Free, Sat June 8, Mircroform & Ice Bath sessions, 9am & 10.30am. Sound Healing, 4.30pm. Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, mandarinoriental.com (04 777 2222).

Yoga and skincare at Sofitel

The wellness sessions will kick off at 8am with a yoga class led by Dayana Solano Blanco, followed by a light breakfast at 9am — think smoothies, snack bars and healthy bites.

Once you’re fed, the hotel will run a beauty workshop and skin analysis session, before the closing session in which you can come away with an exclusive goodie bag and spa voucher. Running over four hours in total, you can get the entire morning for free if you sign up in time.

Free, Sat June 8, from 8am, Sofitel Dubai The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, sofiteldubaithepalm.com (04 455 6677).

Discuss wellness at One Za’abeel

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Hosted at the Longevity Hub, the ‘Words of Wellness’ talks will be taken by different practitioners from across Dubai, covering everything on how to promote wellbeing throughout the summer months.

As the weather heats up, the complimentary discussions will mention the habits, nutrients and activities you need to stay on top of your game.

Free, Sat Jun 8, 10am, Longevity Hub by Clinique La Prairie, One&Only Za’abeel, oneandonlyresorts.com (04 666 1618).

Try sound healing at Banyan Tree

Clear your diary for this one, as you’ll be spending all day focusing on yourself. Starting at 8am, begin with a 60-minute meditation and sound healing session, letting your mind drift to the sweet melodies of singing bowls.

Once finished, tuck into a full Banyan Tree breakfast to get your nutrients, then grab your towel and enjoy the pool and beach access all day.

Meditation only, free. With breakfast, Dhs150. With pool access, Dhs200. Sun Jun 9, from 8am. Royal Suite, Banyan Tree, Bluewaters. banyantree.com (04 556 6401).

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