Indoor - What's On https://whatson.ae/section/active/indoor/ Things to do in Dubai & the UAE Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:55:37 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 Time to dink: Where to play pickleball in Dubai https://whatson.ae/2026/07/where-to-play-pickleball-in-dubai/ Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:55:37 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=393932 Step aside, padel – there’s a new sport in town… Padel may still be Dubai’s racquet sport of choice, but pickleball is quickly making a case for itself. The fast-growing game blends tennis, badminton and table tennis into one surprisingly addictive sport that’s easy to learn, social by design and just competitive enough to keep […]

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]]> Inside ARKHE: Dubai’s new all-in-one wellness performance club https://whatson.ae/2026/07/inside-arkhe-dubais-new-all-in-one-wellness-performance-club/ Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:09:54 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=393501 ARKHE brings together functional fitness, personal training, HYROX, recovery, longevity programmes, Pilates and an all-day café If you’re looking for a new gym in Dubai that goes beyond the workout itself, ARKHE is one to have on your radar. Now open in Dubai Marina, the new wellness performance club combines training, recovery and preventative health […]

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]]> 6 luxe gyms in Dubai to work out in style https://whatson.ae/2026/07/6-luxe-gyms-in-dubai-to-work-out-in-style/ Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:16:41 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=393070 Complete with contrast therapy, cafes and industry-leading classes From fitness studios to wellness spots, Dubai takes self-care seriously. And when it comes to working out, the gym scene in Dubai is truly next level. Whether you’re looking for state-of-the-art equipment, recovery spaces included, or a members-club feel from your workout, these are the luxe gyms […]

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]]> 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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]]> 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 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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]]> 8 cool new things to do in Abu Dhabi this June https://whatson.ae/2026/06/things-to-do-in-abu-dhabi-this-june-2026/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:12:53 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=389513 From waterfront cafés and immersive cinema experiences to new dining concepts and live entertainment, here’s what’s new to try in Abu Dhabi this June Abu Dhabi’s calendar is heating up this June with a wave of new openings and experiences across the capital. From stylish new restaurants and laid-back café pop-ups to high-energy entertainment venues […]

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]]> 5 gorgeous indoor pools in Dubai to check out this summer  https://whatson.ae/2026/05/gorgeous-indoor-pools-in-dubai/ Fri, 29 May 2026 08:00:48 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=313316 Just keep swimming If you want to beat the heat in Dubai and keep swimming, there are plenty of pools around Dubai you can head to. But if you want it to be oh-so-Instagrammable, well… there are choices for that, too, and it’s a good excuse to treat yourself to a spa treatment, too. Here […]

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