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21 hours ago
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- What's On
Lace up: Dubai Fitness Challenge returns this November
Here's what we know… Great news, folks! The Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) – aka the 30×30 challenge, returns to Dubai this November 2025. The DFC is highly popular with UAE residents and is now in its ninth edition. It returns for 30 days from Saturday, November 1 to 30, 2025. *The best new Pilates studios in Dubai* Haven't heard of the Dubai Fitness Challenge? It's an annual event launched by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai. The first edition took place back in 2017. It is part of Sheikh Hamdan's vision to transform Dubai into one of the world's most active cities. And it looks like his vision is working because, so far, over the eight editions, more than 13 million people have taken part in the Dubai Fitness Challenge. Basically, those who sign up for the challenge, have to make a commitment to themselves to exercise for 30 minutes a day for 30 days (30×30… get it?) And you don't have to do it alone. You can join others who have signed up for the movement at community events all across the city. People of all ages and cultural backgrounds come together, to not only support each other but also to foster a culture of health and vitality across Dubai. Commenting on the impact of DFC, His Excellency Khalfan Belhoul, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council and CEO of the Dubai Future Foundation stated, 'The success of the Dubai Fitness Challenge would not have been possible without the passion, energy, and commitment of our community.' He added, 'Since its launch in 2017, DFC has grown into a citywide movement embraced by the people of Dubai – transforming the city into a world-class sporting hub. With 2025 declared the Year of Community in the UAE, I am confident that this year's edition will once again unite friends, families, and organisations in the shared pursuit of a healthier, more active lifestyle.' *17 free fitness classes in Dubai to try for the first time* What does the Dubai Fitness Challenge 2025 calendar look like? During the DFC in November, you can expect 30 days of free and inclusive fitness events, fitness villages, community hubs, classes, and activities. In short, expect Dubai to turn into a city-wide gym. A new flagship event has been introduced for the ninth edition: Dubai Yoga where you can enjoy sunset yoga sessions on November 30. Other popular events that are returning on the calendar include Dubai Ride (presented by DP World) November 2, Dubai Stand-Up Paddle on November 8 and 9 November, and Dubai Run (presented by Mai Dubai) on November 23. For all the latest updates, visit and of course, check back in with us on closer to the event.
Time Out Dubai
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
Dubai Fitness Challenge 2025: Everything you need to know
The Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) will return to Dubai for its ninth edition this year, after the official dates were announced. The event encourages residents to take up 30 minutes of exercise for 30 days from Saturday November 1 until Sunday November 30. The huge annual city-wide fitness challenge is not to be missed. First launched in 2017 by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Crown Prince and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, Dubai Fitness Challenge aims to get everyone to put their trainers on and work up a sweat. If you like this: 16 of the best gyms in Dubai to try for your next workout Since its launch, over 13 million people have taken part, so if you're wondering how you can get involved this year, this is everything you need to know. What is the Dubai Fitness Challenge? (Credit: Supplied) First launched as the 30×30 challenge in 2017, the initiative was launched to try and get Dubai residents committing to 30 minutes of exercise every day for one month. Since then, it's grown into a huge city-wide event, with some of Dubai's largest sporting events also held within the month. This year, the challenge will even be sporting a brand new logo, to keep up the motivation to make Dubai the best place to visit, live and work in. What events will be in the 2025 edition? Credit: Dubai Fitness Challenge On Thursday May 29, a 2025 highlight calendar was shared to make sure you mark all of the biggest events in your diaries. Designed to get everyone moving, there will be 30 days of free and inclusive fitness events, fitness villages, community hubs and classes, turning Dubai into a city-wide gym. Calling all yoga-lovers, there's also a brand new event coming to town, Dubai Yoga. Bringing the 30-day challenge to a close, there will be a huge sunset yoga session to promote holistic wellbeing. Some familiar favourites are also back on the schedule, from the DP World Dubai Ride on Sunday November 2, Dubai Stand-Up Paddle on Saturday November 8 and Sunday November 9. Finally, the iconic Dubai Run, which sees participants jog along a section of Sheikh Zayed Road, will be held on Sunday November 23. How do I sign up? Registration for the series of fitness classes and challenges is not yet open, however you will be able to do so on the Dubai Fitness Challenge website later in the year. Nov 1-30. In other Dubai news 13 top-tier Dubai attractions remaining open for summer 2025 There's still lots to enjoy during the warmer months 22 rare photos that show Dubai's epic transformation since the 1950s Get ready for a wild journey A brand new mall has opened in Dubai This is what you need to know before you go
