Dubai Fitness Challenge is back: 2,000 free sessions this season

Annual event inviting community to commit to 30 minutes of activity daily for 30 days starts on October 30

The Dubai Fitness Challenge ( DFC) is back to inspire residents and visitors to pursue an active lifestyle, especially in the wake of the pandemic this year.

The annual challenge invites people to commit to 30 minutes of activity daily for 30 days. It will be held from October 30 to November 28, this year.

This edition features three Fitness Villages, eight Fitness Hubs and more than 2,000 free fitness classes and sessions throughout the month.

Launched in 2017 by Shaikh Hamdan Bin Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, the fourth edition of the challenge will feature a calendar of virtual and physical events including sports, health and wellness activities.

‘ Testament to emirate’s resilience, commitment’

Inviting members of the Dubai community as well as government entities, businesses and schools to take on the challenge, Shaikh Hamdan said: “The return of Dubai Fitness Challenge is a testament to the emirate’s resilience and its commitment to rebuild a stronger and happier society by embracing the benefits of fitness and wellness habits. When we create the right habits and make them a part of our lives, we have the opportunity to truly transform ourselves.

Covid protocols in place

Public health and safety will remain paramount throughout DFC, with all physical events strictly following protocols

The return of Dubai Fitness Challenge is a testament to the emirate’s resilience and its commitment to rebuild a happier society by embracing the benefits of fitness.”

Shaikh Hamdan | Dubai Crown Prince

outlined by the Dubai Government, including social distancing, and hygiene and sanitisation guidelines.

“Dubai is a city that recognises the importance of physical, mental and social wellbeing, and constantly strives to provide everyone opportunities for an active lifestyle. All it takes for you to succeed is an unyielding pledge to enjoy 30 minutes of activity for 30 days. I challenge each and every one of you to embrace your fitness journey and make a difference in your life. Together, let’s make the UAE the most active country in the world.”

DFC seeks to improve people’s health and social wellbeing through a range of physical and virtual fitness, sports and exercise programmes.