DIRECTORY
Everything you need for your family
About these listings
Outlets are listed alphabetically by category. Timings and prices may change after we go to press, so we advise you to call and book ahead.
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DUBAI BOWLING
Dubai Bowling Center
16 professional lanes make this one of Dubai’s biggest bowling centres and food can be ordered at and delivered to your lane.
→ Sun-Wed1 0am-midnight,
Thu-Fri 10am-1am. Al Quoz, 28th St, Al Meydan Road, Dubai, www.bowlingdubai.com (04 339 1010).
CLIMBING
Adventure Zone Year-round fun at this indoor adventure facility including caving, skate park, zip line, trampoline park and a boulder wall.
→ Sat-Wed 10am-10pm, ThuFri 10am-midnight. Galleria Mall, Wasl Road, Dubai www.adventurezone.ae
(800 23847).
DANCING AND PERFORMING ARTS
Diverse Performing Arts
Kids learn all the different aspects of dance and theatre under one roof. Aimed at all levels from the complete beginner to the young performer headed towards a performing career there is a class for everyone.
→ Entrance A, The Curve Building, Al Quoz, Dubai, www.diversechoreography.com (04 330 7338).
Sharjah Performing
Arts Academy
Weekend and exam classes in dance, acting and musical theatre for kids four-18. Kids 14-16 can do a BTEC Level 2 in performing arts and undergraduate degrees are avaialble in acting, production arts and musical theatre.
→ Sharjah, www.spaa.ae
(06 502 999).
Dubai Performing Arts
With dancing, singing and acting, little ones can experience all-round training. → Dubai British School, Jumeirah Park, Dubai, www.dubaiperformingarts.com (056 173 7545).
Step Up Academy
Offering dance, performing arts, fitness and holiday camps, this academy is a one-stop destination for kids who love to be in the spotlight.
→ 113 Apex Atrium, Motor City, Dubai, www.stepup.ae (04 453 4360).
DIVING
Al Boom Diving Centre
One of the oldest and most established diving centres in Dubai offering PADI qualifications.
→ Jumeriah Dive Center, Al Wasl Road, Dubai, www.alboomdiving.com (04 342 2993).
EQUESTRIAN
Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club A state-of-the-art polo and equestrian community devoted to equine sports located in Dubailand.
→ www. alhabtoorpoloresortandclub. com (04 436 2222).
Desert Palm Equestrian Club The riding school boasts a large collection of horses ranging from 11 hand ponies up to 18 hands and caters to all levels starting with the leading rein classes from five years.
→ Sat-Tue 7am-11am and 4pm-7.3pm, Wed-Thu 7am11am. Al Aweer Road, Dubai, www.desertpalmllc.com (050 451 7773).
Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club A comprehensive riding facility suitable for all levels from beginners up to experienced riders.
→ Al Qudra Road, Dubai, www. poloclubdubai.com (04 361 8111).
Emirates Equestrian Centre Fully approved by the British Horse Society and offering state-of-the-art facilities the riding school offers lessons for all levels.
→ Sat-Thu 7am-7pm.
Al Qudra, Dubai, www. emiratesequestriancentre.com (050 558 7656).
FITNESS
Air Maniax An inflatable play arena spanning over 23,000 square feet and consisting of more than 15 indoor activities, this is fun for all the family.
→ From Dhs80, Sat-Wed 10am-7pm, Thu 10am-9pm, Fri 9am-9pm. Street 1 Al Quoz 1, Dubai, www.airmaniax.com (04 348 8981).
Bounce A massive indoor trampoline park that means kids and adults can exercise all year round.
→ Sun-Wed1 0am-10pm,
Thu 10am-midnight, Fri 9ammidnight, Sat 9am-9pm. Al
Quoz, www.bounce.ae (04 3211 400).
My Gym Fun-filled fitness programmes for tiny tots from six weeks up to children of ten years.
→ Sun-Thu 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-1pm. Street 35, Al Wasl Road, Dubai, www.mygym.com (04 394 3962).
My Sports Academy Swimming, football, netball and tri-club are all on offer and a range of fun holiday camp run throughout the year. → Various locations, www. mysportsacademydubai.com (04 244 7848).
Ultimate Athletics With a focus on track and field this academy offers effective and professional provision for athletes.
→ Various locations, www.ultimateathleticsuae.com (050 225 7024).
FOOTBALL
City Football There are various squads catering to all levels of football from a beginner squad to an elite squad, plus there is a girls
team.
→ Variousl ocations, www.dubaicityfc.com (044 428 293).
Elite Sports Players of all levels can fine tune their football skills under the supervision of top coaches. The sessions focus on technique and tactics.
→ Variousl ocations, www.elitesports.ae
(04 554 5916).
Just for Keepers Just4Keepers (J4K) is an international goalkeeping academy that provides the training needed to be a top goalie.
→ Variousl ocations, www.just4keepers.ae
(056 855 7039).
Juventus Academy Dubai Football classes for boys and girls from four to 17.
All coaches are Juventus qualified and enter teams into various tournaments throughout the year.
→ Variousl ocations, www.jacademy.juventus.com (04 580 7608).
My Sports Academy Football for all ages and all abilities from tiny tots up to teenagers, plus a range of footballfocused holiday camp run throughout the year.
→ Various locations, www. mysportsacademydubai.com (04 244 7848).
Spanish Soccer Schools
The football club focuses on providing children with the ability to critically think, asses and manage risk under pressure.
→ FitRepublik Fitness Center, Studio City, www.footballacademydubai.com (04 448 1555).
GOLF
Claude Harmon Perofrmance Golf Academy Dubai Students learn vital golf and lifestyle techniques in order to dramatically improve their game.
→ The Els Club, Sports City, www.ch3performancegolf.com
Peter Cowen Academy Little golfers can brush up on their swing and practice their putting at this state-of-the-art golf academy at Jumeirah Golf Estates. Cowen has taught some of the world’s greats including Ian Poulter and Lee Westwood.
→ Jumeirah Golf Estates, www.dubaigolf.com
GYMNASTICS
DuGym As well as general gymnastics for all ages, DuGym also offers trampoline club, sports acro and an artistic academy for both boys and girls. Plus they have a competitive squad.
→ HorizonIn ternational School, Umm Al Sheif, www.dugym.com (050 553 6283).
NETBALL
Dubai Hurricanes Aimed at children from five up to under 19s, Hurricanes teaches them to develop their game while focusing on a fun, enjoyable and rewarding experience for all players of all levels and ability.
→ www.dubaihurricanes.com (052 884 9338).
My Sports Academy Swimming, football, netball and tri-club are all on offer and a range of fun holiday camp run throughout the year. → Various locations, www.mysportsacademydubai. com (04 244 7848).
Tigers Netball Providing a great opportunity for netballers new to the game or seasoned players to participate in the sport from youth netball through to adults.
→ DubaiC ollege, www.dubaitigersfrc.com (055 665 7332).
RUGBY
Dubai Exiles An established rugby club dating back to late 1960s, the Dubai Exiles train at the state-of-the-art Sevens Stadium teaching rugby to children from under fives up to under 19s.
→ www.dubaiexiles.com
Dubai Hurricanes The club’s mini and youth section is focused on helping young rugby players enjoy rugby and the experience it brings using the quality environment at The Sevens Stadium.
→ www.dubaihurricanes.com
Tigers RFC This family rugby club teaches players of all ages to the skills required to play the game safely and successfully, from mini rugby players who start with tag rugby, through learning to play contact and up to secondary school kids.
→ DubaiC ollege, www.dubaitigersfrc.com
(055 665 7332).
SWIMMING
Aquatix With over 15 years experience teaching ASA and AUSTSwim-based programmes, Aquatix operates at a number of schools, nurseries and colleges.
→ Variousl ocations, www.aquatixdubai.com
Elite Sports Academy A funfilled programme that follows the British ASA framework is offered for children to become successful athelets.
→ Various locations, www.elitesports.ae
(04 554 5916).
Hamilton Aquatics Hamilton Aquatics offers swimming lessons for all ages and abilities that focus on improving swimming performance and water safety by offering a distinct and easy to follow pathway.
→ www.hamiltonaquatics.ae (04 450 8832).
My Sports Academy Covering the complete aquatic performance spectrum, My Sports Academy takes swimmers from dipping their first toe in water through to elite competitive swimming and performance-based training.
→ Various locations, www. mysportsacademydubai.com (04 244 7848).
WATERSPORTS
Dubai Offshore Sailing Club
A range of courses are available for all ages including junior dinghy courses and RYA children’s courses.
→ Jumeirah Beach Road,
Umm Suqeim 1, Jumierah 3, www.dosc.ae
ABU DHABI BOWLING
Emirates Bowling Village
A top bowling alley for fans of all ages. 28 lanes are available with a glow in the dark feature for an extra fun bowling experience that the whole family will enjoy.
→ www.ebv.ae
(02 681 1185).
Zayed Sports City A state-ofthe-art facility where kids can bowl for fun with their friends or take it a bit more seriously and sign up for lessons.
→ www.zsc.ae
CRICKET
Abu Dhabi Cricket A familyfriendly club where kids from under eights up to under 19s can fuel their passion for the sport at a programme of lessons suitable for a variety of levels and abilities.
→ www.abudhabicricket.ae
EQUESTRIAN
Abu Dhabi Equestrian club Learn and develop crucial equestrian skills at this horse riding school where everyone from beginners to elite riders are catered for with a range of ponies and horses to ride.
→ Al Mushrif, Abu Dhabi, www.adec-web.com
(02 445 5500)
FOOTBALL
Juventus Football classes for boys and girls from four to 17. All coaches are Juventus qualified and enter teams into various tournaments throughout the year.
→ Variouslocations, www.jacademy.juventus.com (050 926 8159).
Regional Sports Football Academy UEFA and FA qualified coaches ensure that players get quality football coaching as well as mental and social learning outcomes through a structured football syllabus.
→ www.regionalsports.ae
(02 562 7777).
GOLF
Abu Dhabi City Golf Academy Learn, practice and play golf where coaches are on hand to help little ones learn the skills they ned to hit the golf course.
→ Al Saada Street, www.adcitygolf.com
(02 455 9600).
RUGBY
Abu Dhabi Harlequins The club is affiliated with the London Harlequins ad has a Junior section covers all ages for boys and girls, from Under fours up to Under 19s.
→ Zayed Sports City, www.abudhabiquins.com
Al Ain Amblers Formed in 1984, the rugby club trains at the Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting and Golf Club and has a mini an youth section. → Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting and Golf Club, www.alainamblers.com
(03 702 6431).
SWIMMING
Hamilton Aquatics Hamilton Aquatics offers swimming lessons for all ages and abilities that focus on improving swimming performance and water safety by offering a distinct and easy to follow pathway.
→ www.hamiltonaquatics.ae (04 450 8832).
WATERSPORTS
Abu Dhabi Sailing and Yacht Club Lessons in rowing, sailing and kayaking are on offer this sailing club.
→ Abu Dhabi Theater Road, Near Marina Mall, www.adsyc.ae
(02 658 3333).
Al Forsan International Sports Resort An option for all water sports enthusiasts because Al Forsan offers a variety of popular activities for all skill levels.
→ KhalifaC ity, www.alforsan.com
(02 556 8555).
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