Abu Dhabi offers a fantastic range of sports and leisure facilities to meet all needs and pockets.
The favorable weather enjoyed for most of the year is conducive to all outdoor sporting activities. However for those who prefer to obtain and maintain their fitness levels indoors there are many health clubs and gyms in Abu Dhabi.
Health clubs may be attached to beach clubs. These leisure facilities with beach access are very popular especially with families. Beach club membership can be quite expensive.
Stand alone health clubs offer excellent gym facilities, pools, tennis courts. This may be a less expensive option. Health clubs are situated in residential areas, office blocks and adjacent to shopping malls.
Many of the newer apartment blocks/residential areas offer gym facilities to its residents.
Sports Clubs attached to rugby /football clubs and some golf clubs offer social membership allowing use of the gym, pool areas etc.
Many health clubs offer crèche facilities at an hourly rate and beach clubs offer supervised kids clubs. E.g. Abu Dhabi Ladies Club, Al Raha Resort,
Some clubs may have waiting lists but don’t be put off…….. Waiting lists move quickly…..
Horse riding is available at Abu Dhabi Golf & Equestrian Club. Comprehensive instruction is available from beginners to an advanced level.
For the Marital Art enthusiasts there are several centre’s to improve your skills. (see listings)
Sports and Gym equipment is readily available to purchase at various sports outlets,