Free-To-Use Gym, Inclusivity, And More: Biggest Ever Edition Of Dubai Sports World Is Now Open
Dubai Sports World (DSW), the region's most extensive indoor sports and fitness destination, has officially opened for another action-packed summer season. The 2024 edition features a wide variety of sports, new events, and exhilarating challenges.
This year's DSW runs until September 8 and is open every day from 8 am to midnight. Covering a total area of 300,000 sq ft, the immersive experience includes bookable pitches and courts for ten core sports — football, basketball, padel, table tennis, volleyball, badminton, cricket, tennis, teqball and pickleball. Additionally, there are summer camps, sports academies, and 'Dubai Kids World', featuring a supervised soft play area, adventure zone, trampolines and more.
In 2024, Dubai Sports World is more accessible than ever with a free-to-use gym open to everyone. The venue also features fun family activities like foosball and retro arcade games. Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council, said that DSW has grown to become the region's leading summer community fitness event since its launch. It supports active lifestyles for the entire Dubai community and integrates both competitive and community-oriented activities.
Mahir Abdulkarim Julfar, EVP of Dubai World Trade Centre, emphasised inclusivity and accessibility in this year's edition. He said that they are dedicated to creating an exceptional environment that promotes health and well-being while building strong bonds through sports and physical activity.
Dale Ellis, former NBA All-Star and three-point shooting champion, praised Dubai's hospitality and prosperity during his first visit to the city. He highlighted the importance of events like DSW in nurturing young talent and providing a platform for aspiring athletes to develop their skills. Ellis will collaborate with Never Quit Stay Fit and TAAL Sports for an exciting summer camp experience for young athletes at DSW.
DSW is committed to being fully accessible for people of all abilities in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council and strategic partners such as academies and sporting brands. This year's edition offers more opportunities than ever for residents and visitors alike to focus on their health, fitness and wellbeing.
The weekend features an Academy Day on Saturday with family-friendly activities tailored for parents and children aged 4 to 14. On Sunday, the venue will host a Yoga Day to end the weekend relaxed and ready for the week ahead. Court reservations will open soon on www.dubaisportsworld.ae and the Dubai Sports World app.
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