THREE FOR FITNESS FANATICS
01. Freerunning
Live out your Spiderman dreams and try your hand at Parkour. Abu Dhabi’s UAE Parkour group hosts weekly events along the Corniche. A word of warning – these meets aren’t structured into classes, but newbies are welcome to join and learn more about the sport. Training sessions are hosted throughout the Corniche, typically on Friday afternoons, and are free to attend.
Various locations, including Corniche, Abu Dhabi, Fri 3pm, free. Tel: (056) 1277818. Taxi: Corniche.meetup.com/uaeparkour
02. Abu Dhabi roller Derby
Founded in 2013, this womenonly derby league hosts training sessions twice a week at Zayed Sports City and will see you skating at high speeds on teams of five. This contact sport can get a bit aggressive (knee and elbow pads, helmets and mouth guards are required), but that’s part of the fun. The league currently has over 40 members and took part in their very first interleague bout in Cairo last month. Please note the league is strictly ladies-only, however men can join as non-skating officials and referees.
Zayed Sports City, Al Madina Al Riyadiya, Abu Dhabi, Sun and Wed 7pm to 8.30pm, free to attend but Dhs100 monthly fee for league costs. Taxi: Zayed Sports City, near entrance 26. Search Abu Dhabi Roller Derby on Facebook
03. Ultrarunning
Looking to upgrade your running routine? This endurance sport sees athletes rack up 50 kilometres or more in one go. If you want to try it, we suggest you join local club Abu Dhabi Striders first to help build stamina and endurance. Most importantly the club has a handful of ultras who can help guide you and give you advice.
Various locations, including Yas Links Golf Club, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. Taxi: Yas Links Golf Club, Yas Island. abudhabistriders.com