30-07-2025
New Aquatic and Outdoor Events Expand Hatta's Summer in Sporty Programme in August
Building on the success of the 'Dubai Active Summer' initiative by the Dubai Sports Council, a fresh line up of aquatic and wellness activities has been unveiled for August in the scenic Wadi Hub, Hatta. The latest events introduce beginners and enthusiasts alike to swimming challenges, hikes, yoga sessions, and structured lessons—reinforcing Hatta's growing reputation as a premier summer fitness Challenge Participants are invited to kick off August with the Active Summer Swim Challenge at the giant Drop In plunge pool in Wadi Hub. Swimmers may select from distances of 100 m (laps counted by participants), 200 m, 400 m, 800 m, or 1600 m. The event runs from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, welcomes individuals and families of all ages and abilities, and offers a completion certificate to every HikeOn August 17, the programme pivots to a scenic morning hike tracing the green and blue trekking trails from Wadi Hub out to the iconic Hatta Sign and back. This guided hike highlights the area's natural desert and mountain & Swim ComboA serene morning yoga session prepares participants for the day, followed by an optional recreational swim at the Wadi Hub pool—providing both wellness and leisure in one integrated experience will be organized Sunday, August Lessons & RecreationThe final event on Saturday, August 30, offers structured swimming lessons in the Drop In pool, led by certified instructors, complemented by free recreational swim time for all participants. This session serves both newcomers wishing to learn and seasoned swimmers seeking informal water Context & BackgroundThe August schedule extends to the earlier July section of the Hatta Summer Sports Tournament, which attracted over 6,000 participants and featured a wide range of sporting and cultural activities—from mountain hikes, yoga by the dam, kayak outings, and running races to indoor tournaments and family under the 'Active Summer' flagship campaign of the Dubai Sports Council, the Hatta hub programmes aim to embed physical activity into daily life, activate natural landscapes, and offer inclusive programming across age groups, abilities, and summer roster in Hatta has included events such as night hikes, yoga sessions at Hatta Dam, kayaking festivals, and diverse tournaments—positioning the region as both a wellness retreat and sports tourism newly introduced events offer a compelling combination of challenge, fitness instruction, and leisure—ideal for families, fitness newcomers, and outdoor enthusiasts. By integrating structured swimming challenges, hiking, and wellness, the Dubai Sports Council continues to extend its strategy of engaging broad segments of the community in active lifestyles.
The programming not only enriches the continuity of the initiative but also reinforces Hatta's role as a nature focused sports and wellness destination, further contributing to the UAE's vision of leveraging natural environments for healthy, active living.
