Sports in Dubai
People generally tend to associate Dubai with skyscrapers and highways, which is true. However, the city also offers many sports and outdoor activities for nature lovers.
Outdoor activities in Dubai
Hatta is a favorite spot for Dubai residents. It is a town located in the foothills of the Hajar Mountains with routes for both hiking and mountain biking. There are four trails mapped out for hikers, ranging from beginner trails to more advanced ones. For mountain bikers, there are currently five different trails mapped out spanning 32.6 kilometers, and bikes can be rented from the Hatta Wadi Hub. Hatta is famous for its various water activities like stand-up paddle and kayaking. You can also rent water bikes or yellow boats to enjoy the natural turquoise pools. The best time to visit Hatta is between October and May.
Kite Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Dubai. It is a perfect place to relax and enjoy beautiful views of Burj Al Arab. You can also try watersports, such as kite surfing or stand-up paddle boarding, or simply fly a kite. Watersport equipment can be rented from Kite N Surf. The beach is usually full on weekends.
Have you ever heard about sandboarding? It is one of the desert-based activities in Dubai and is similar to snowboarding. It is safe and easy compared to other desert activities.
If you don't like sandboarding, you should try quad biking. Quad biking is a four-wheeled biking experience in the desert at high speed.
For those who prefer cycling, the best thing to do is fat biking. You can buy your own fat bike or rent one to start exploring the area with friends. Some of the safaris offer all those activities together with camel riding and BBQ dinner. Alternatively, you can head out to the Qudra desert cycling track, spanning 86 kilometers, and bikes can be rented at the site.
Sports events in Dubai
There are many events happening every weekend in Dubai, and these can help you expand your social circle. You can find the information on social networks like Facebook. Follow the expat groups in Dubai. Many residents do their morning run or yoga at the beach. What could be better to start the day? It is also an excellent way to meet new people and make new friends when you are new to a country or a city.
If you are not an early bird, you can still rent a bike in the evening to roam around the city. There are individual cycling tracks in Dubai. You can also find bike rental shops all over the city.
Dubai Fitness Challenge
In 2017, Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Sports Council, issued a challenge to all residents and visitors, government organizations, and schools across Dubai to join the Dubai Fitness Challenge. This challenge is part of his vision to transform Dubai into one of the world's most active cities. Participants are challenged to be active for 30 minutes every day over the course of 30 consecutive days.
The Dubai Fitness Challenge is held annually. During this event, different fitness villages are created across the city, and various sports events are held every day. This helps participants get their 30 minutes of activity in.
Golf in Dubai
Arabian Ranches is one of the districts in Dubai with lots of green spaces and expensive real estate properties. It has its own golf course, which fits any professional or amateur. The Club also boasts of a Gold Academy and a special Junior Golf Development Programme.
Horse racing in Dubai
Horse racing events and riding lessons take place at the Meydan Racecourse, which can accommodate 60,000 spectators and host popular sporting events like the Dubai World Club.
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