Active - Dubai guide to sport, outdoor adventures and fitness https://whatson.ae/section/active/ Things to do in Dubai & the UAE Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:14:54 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 Beat the heat with Dubai’s latest indoor fitness and recovery spots https://whatson.ae/2026/07/beat-the-heat-dubais-latest-indoor-fitness-fun-and-recovery-experiences/ Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:15:19 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=392789 The heat might be winning, but indoor fitness and wellness in Dubai has never looked better… Dubai doesn’t really do quiet summers. Even as the heat pushes everyone indoors, the city’s indoor fitness and wellness scene is better than ever, with that shift happening inside some genuinely impressive spaces. Studios, spas, recovery rooms – places […]

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]]> UFC Fight Night Abu Dhabi returns with tickets from just Dhs195 https://whatson.ae/2026/07/ufc-fight-night-abu-dhabi-2026-tickets-dhs195/ Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:57:20 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=392737 Sponsored: The UFC returns to Abu Dhabi for another thrilling flurry of elite MMA action, the packed card features the much anticpated headline clash of Magomed Ankalaev vs Khalil Rountree Jr… Taking place on Saturday, July 25 at Yas Island’s Etihad Arena, UFC Fight Night is staging a triumphant return to the international home of […]

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]]> This Dubai nightclub is hosting a spin class with live DJs https://whatson.ae/2026/07/this-dubai-nightclub-is-hosting-a-spin-class-with-live-djs/ Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:17:25 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=392725 The dancefloor is swapping heels for cycling shoes If your workout playlist already feels like a night out, you’ll want to add this to your calendar. For one night only on Wednesday, July 15, Reunion is teaming up with The Lab Studios for a spin class in Dubai with live DJs, spin bikes and nightlife […]

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]]> 8 completely free ways to stay fit in Dubai this summer https://whatson.ae/2026/07/8-completely-free-ways-to-stay-fit-in-dubai-this-summer/ Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:23:57 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=392437 Burn calories not your bank balance… For the majority of the year, Dubai is the global poster boy for alfresco exercise. Sunny skies, miles of running and cycling track, and a culture that very deliberately prizes healthy living. And best of all, if you already have the equipment, these sorts of activities are usually completely […]

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]]> 6 fun things to do in Abu Dhabi this week: July 6 to 9 https://whatson.ae/2026/07/6-fun-things-to-do-in-abu-dhabi-this-week-july-6-to-9/ Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:17:24 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=392456 From family-friendly fun and foodie finds to an award-winning ladies’ night, here are the best things to do in Abu Dhabi this week Abu Dhabi is keeping the calendar full this week, whether you’re lacing up for a community walk at Yas Mall, slurping your way through a Southeast Asian noodle feast, or catching every […]

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]]> 11 fun soft play spots for kids in Dubai https://whatson.ae/2026/06/soft-play-centres-in-dubai-2026/ https://whatson.ae/2026/06/soft-play-centres-in-dubai-2026/#comments Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:00:06 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=235610 Soft Play is the perfect way to burn off some kid energy indoors Packed with slides, ball pits, and climbing frames, Dubai’s indoor soft play spots promise hours of bouncy fun for babies, toddlers, and kids. Many have no age limits, so parents can jump in and join the fun too! From trampoline parks to […]

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]]> https://whatson.ae/2026/06/soft-play-centres-in-dubai-2026/feed/ 11 24/7 gyms in Dubai that are open round the clock https://whatson.ae/2026/06/24-7-gyms-in-dubai-that-are-open-round-the-clock/ Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:00:10 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=381497 Your fitness goals don’t need to wait as these 24/7 gyms in Dubai let you train anytime Whether you want to train in the early hours or late at night, this 24/7 gyms in Dubai have you covered with them being open around the clock. Here are the top 4 gyms where you can workout […]

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]]> World Cup 2026: Round of 32 kick-off times in the UAE https://whatson.ae/2026/06/world-cup-2026-round-of-32-kick-off-times-in-the-uae/ Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:34:57 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=391892 Your guide to every Round of 32 fixture and when to watch them in UAE time The World Cup 2026 is entering knockout territory, and things are about to get seriously intense. From early kick-offs to late-night clashes, here’s the Round of 32 schedule – all converted into UAE time so you know exactly when […]

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]]> This Dubai gym is completely free all summer long https://whatson.ae/2026/06/this-dubai-gym-is-completely-free-all-summer-long/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:08:05 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=391620 The catch is, there is no catch… It’s completely free. Dubai Sports World (DSW) opened at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) on June 19, for its 16th edition and it genuinely is, bigger, better, and more activity-packed than ever before. Those fitness PBs just keep coming. The ball’s in your court Running until August 25, […]

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]]> UFC Fight Night 2026 in Abu Dhabi: Full fight card revealed https://whatson.ae/2026/06/ufc-fight-night-2026-in-abu-dhabi-full-fight-card-revealed/ Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=391414 Abu Dhabi is preparing for another huge UFC Fight Night as the Octagon returns to Etihad Arena on Yas Island on July 25, 2026 Fight fans can expect another action-packed evening as some of the UFC’s biggest stars step into the cage, with a championship-calibre main event and a stacked undercard featuring rising contenders and […]

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]]> Feeling burnt out? Try these 10 calming things to do in Dubai https://whatson.ae/2026/06/feeling-burnt-out-try-these-10-calming-things-to-do-in-dubai/ Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:42:56 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=391306 For when your mind could use a day off Is it still cool to be “busy”? Maybe in that old-school hustle way, when running on fumes somehow meant you were productive. But we all know that moment when busy stops being a flex and starts feeling like burnout. Something feels off, your body starts sending […]

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]]> 7 of the best yoga classes in Dubai for International Yoga Day https://whatson.ae/2026/06/7-of-the-best-yoga-classes-in-dubai-for-international-yoga-day/ Fri, 19 Jun 2026 06:33:15 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=391291 Mark International Yoga Day on June 21 with a little movement, mindfulness and time on the mat International Yoga Day falls on June 21, making it the perfect excuse to swap a morning scroll for a stretch session. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or simply looking to slow things down for an hour, Dubai has […]

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