Dubai 30x30 Challenge: Fun ways to keep the family active!

The Dubai Fitness Challenge is here, and it's the perfect opportunity to get your family moving! We know that just before the holidays come, we all need to jump into shape so that during the holidays those calories don’t count!

The Dubai Fitness Challenge encourages everyone to commit to at least 30 minutes of daily exercise, and we've scoured the city to find the top five fun ways to keep the whole family active. Whether you're a nature lover, ice skater, or an adrenaline junkie, there's something to get everyone in the Dubai Fitness Challenge spirit.

So, let’s get cracking on our top five favourites…

1. Tree surfing at Aventura park

Reopened for the winter, the Aventura Park at Mushrif Park is a classic adventure zone that features over 80 thrilling challenges for all ages and has been a crowd favourite for many years. What sets it apart is its location amidst a Ghaf tree forest, offering activities both off the ground and between trees.

Feeling brave? Scale climbing walls and take a leap of faith from the 25m Tarzan jump while your little monkeys climb ropes and zip-line through the treetops. The park's activities are interconnected and grouped around varying heights, ensuring hours of fitness fun for children and adults alike.

Location: Aventura, Mushrif Park Contact: +971 52 178 7616

2. Jump around at Bounce Dubai

For a workout, more like a fun day out with the whole family, book a playdate at Bounce Dubai. This indoor trampoline park features an X-Park obstacle course that combines parkour moves with CrossFit, providing an unconventional workout for kids and adults.

If that seems too intense, perfect signature air moves while bouncing around the free jumping space. It's remarkably effective – just 30 minutes on a trampoline can burn around 200 calories. Okay, sign us up already!

Location: Building #32, 4B Street, Al Quoz Contact: +971 4 321 1400

3. Get your skates on at Dubai Ice Rink

Are you a fan of the iconic The Dubai Mall?

Surprise the family by taking them ice-skating in the middle of the desert. Who doesn’t want to enjoy the cool weather in the hot city? Regardless of the kids' ages, there's something for every age and ability at this Olympic-sized rink. If you find yourself in the dancing spirit, book your time for the special Disco Sessions where you can boogie on ice to everything from R&B, hip hop, dancehall, dubstep, Arabic, and world music. Who said exercise needs to be boring?

Location: The Dubai Mall Contact: +971 4 448 5111

4. Experience thrill at Sky Zone

Planning to work up a sweat?

Head down at Ibn Battuta Mall's new indoor activity park, Sky Zone, which has everything you need to get little ones up and active. Children will love the 35,000 square-foot destination, which is home to a full-blown wipe out zone, warrior courses, a climbing wall, a dodgeball court, a trampoline park, warped walls, a zip-line, a foam pit, and a dedicated area for toddlers. All you need is a pair of grip socks, and you're good to take on this action-packed maze of fun.

Note that little ones need to be at least 110cm tall to enter the park!

Location: Persia Court, Ibn Battuta Mall Contact: +971 800 759 9663

5. Glide through the day at Roll DXB

Head down to the home-grown roller skating concept in Dubai, the perfect activity for the whole family to get involved in.

Work up a sweat while gliding to the latest tracks and have fun in the process. During 90-minute open sessions, everyone can hit the floor, but don’t actually hit the floor and beginners can take lessons. Gather the family and join in the action, as the skate park is open to all ages until 7pm - after which it's for over 14s only.

Location: Marina Cubes, Port Rashid Contact: 04 238 6206

So, there you have it!

Five fantastic ways to keep the family active during Dubai's 30x30 Challenge. It's time to have fun, stay fit, and make the most of this city's incredible opportunities for family fitness.

Get out there and enjoy!

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