The UAE’s largest indoor sports destination welcomes you

Being able to enjoy sport, all summer, and all indoors at Dubai Sports World, means it's also time to prep with pre and post exercise nutrition in mind.

The annual multi-sports venue is celebrating its 12th edition, and things are bigger and better than ever. Open for almost six months this year, there are 42 courts and pitches spread across 20,000 square metres.

“Running for 23 weeks throughout the summer, Dubai Sports World offers a broad range of sports and physical activities in line with the UAE leadership’s vision to cultivate a healthier, fitness-oriented lifestyle,” said His Excellency Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council.

“This unique sporting facility encourages all ages and standards to continue practising sport and socialising as part of an active lifestyle, aligned to our vision of promoting the health, happiness, and vitality of our Dubai community.

“This year’s edition is the longest yet, which reflects the increased interest and engagement in sporting activities we have seen throughout the emirate, in line with the UAE leadership’s emphasis on promoting sports and physical activity for all members of society.”

Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) has transformed Za’abeel Halls 3-6 into the UAE’s largest indoor sports destination, spread across 20,000 square-metres and set up for an array of sports and academic coaching. It’s open from 8am-12am every day until September 21, 2022, and the venue offers facilities to play badminton, basketball, cricket, football, padel, tennis, table tennis, and volleyball, among others.

Food choices

Getting in the right nutrients after exercise can help you rebuild your muscle proteins and glycogen stores. It also helps stimulate new muscle growth. The primary goal is to supply your body with the right nutrients and choosing easily digested foods will promote faster nutrient absorption.

Go for things like grilled chicken with roasted vegetables and rice, egg omelette with avocado spread on whole grain toast, salmon with sweet potato or a simple portion of rice crackers and peanut butter. Other options include a tuna salad sandwich on whole grain bread, porridge with whey protein, banana and almonds, or cottage cheese and fruits.

The interconnecting halls serve as a self-contained and exclusive space that features its own separate parking facility with direct access from Al Mustaqbal Street. There are a whopping 18 badminton courts, three basketball courts, a cricket pitch, two padel courts, six football pitches, eight table tennis tables, two tennis courts, and two volleyball courts.

Mahir Julfar, Executive Vice President – Venue Services Management, Dubai World Trade Centre added: “Sports is a fundamental part of life here in Dubai and we are delighted to be able to provide residents and visitors alike with a platform that enables them to come, enjoy, make friends, and continue playing their favourite sports through the summer.

We are extremely proud to have expanded the venue this year to add more courts and facilities for residents and tourists. As this year’s tagline goes, Dubai Sports World offers all sports, all summer, all indoors.”

All sporting activities within DWTC abide by Government of Dubai and Dubai Sports Council guidelines, ensuring a safe experience for all. Court reservations should be made using the free Dubai Sports World smartphone app or at www.dubaisportsworld.ae