Trending sports and evolving mindsets around movement are constantly reshaping the fitness landscape in Dubai and beyond, inspiring fresh and exciting new ways to stay active.

Explore the latest fitness trends and find new ways to complete your 30 minutes of physical activity every day for 30 days as part of Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC). From innovative workouts to wellness-focused routines, there’s something for everyone to try!

STEP OUTSIDE & GET MOVING

With more people seeking opportunities to workout in the great outdoors, DFC is the perfect opportunity to get a dose of fresh air and vitamin D whilst getting the blood pumping. Plus, exercising outdoors amplifies the health benefits of physical activity, from reducing stress and enhancing mood to improving creativity and boosting energy levels. 

This year's line up offers some great ways to get active outside: Check out Dubai Stand Up Paddle, presented by RTA on Saturday, 2 November, where you can paddle and kayak amid the breathtaking Hatta Dam mountains, and end the day with a serene yoga flow as the sun sets.

Or, why not embrace the day and get a breath of fresh air with a morning jog or two in preparation for Dubai Run, presented by Mai Dubai - taking place on Sunday, 24 November?

Taking a cycle with friends or family at the Al Qudra Cycle Tracks is another great way to feel the benefits of being outdoors and get ready for Dubai Ride, presented by DP World on Sunday, 10 November.

In addition, three free 30-day fitness villages are hosting a vibrant array of outdoor activities throughout DFC. Discover yoga, cricket, volleyball, gymnastics and so much more at the DP World Kite Beach 30 x 30 Fitness Village, Dubai Municipality Zabeel Park 30 x 30 Fitness Village and the RTA Al Warqa’a Park 30 x 30 Fitness Village.

LOW IMPACT, BIG RESULTS

As more people become aware of the benefits of low-impact training, which is gentler on the joints while still promoting muscle growth and overall fitness, new classes and activities are popping up all the time, and you can try many of them this DFC!

Join the movement and embrace gentler workouts to build strength, improve flexibility, and enhance mobility. Get ready to move towards holistic wellbeing with a yoga flow, Pilates class, barre session, or a leisurely walk, cycle, or swim at locations across the city.

Check out our What's On page and bookmark some classes to try. 

HIIT IT UP!

As life gets busier, the demand for efficient workouts like HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) is stronger than ever. In today’s modern lifestyles, people are seeking short, powerful sessions that deliver maximum results in minimal time.

This DFC, gyms, studios, and Fitness Zones across the city are making it easier than ever to fit in a fast, impactful workout. And, for those working from home, the DFC website offers an online HIIT series, ensuring you can stay on track and hit your goals no matter where you are.

THE PADEL CRAZE CONTINUES

Have you tried it yet? If not, now’s the time to pick up a padel and try your hand at this tennis-squash hybrid that has taken the world - and the city - by storm.

Sign up now for the 2024 Dubai Padel Cup, which invites participants of all skill levels to join free coaching sessions from some of the city’s best coaches, and take your game to the next level. Join a series of organised tournaments and have fun while getting fit and finding your UAE padel community.

EMBRACE FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 

What drives you to move? Whether you're chasing distance, speed, or weight goals, there’s a growing movement that goes beyond the numbers; a movement to become stronger for life itself.

Every squat, plank, and lunge is a promise to your future self, keeping your joints strong, your body agile, and your spirits high as the years roll on. The beauty of this approach? These ‘functional fitness’ movements are easy to weave into your day with no equipment required.

So why not step into one of the strength-focused classes this DFC? You’ll walk out feeling more capable, more powerful, and ready to face life with a lighter, stronger stride.