Running

Whether you run for fun or run to improve your personal best, there are many parks around Abu Dhabi to accommodate your training. In several of these parks a special soft textured running path has been laid to reduce the risk of injury whilst running.

Abu Dhabi Striders always welcome new members – no matter what level of fitness. See www.abudhabistriders.com

Regular events are organized throughout the year biathlons, triathlons and the twice yearly half marathon held in March and November.

The Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon is held in January each year; it attracts many international accomplished athletes and well as local ones of course. The prize money offered is amongst the highest on the international circuit. See www.dubaimarathon.org

  • Abu Dhabi Half Marathon November/March

Events in the UAE

  • ABRaS Mina 10km races Oct, March, May
  • Ras Al Kaimah International Half Marathon February
  • Dubai Creek Striders Half Marathon December
  • Mirdiff Milers 10 February
  • Dubai Road Runners 10k January/ March

Running Clubs