The Journal

As summer gracefully eases into autumn, Dubai’s outdoor fitness scene is slowly coming back to life. Some will be glad to return to the familiar circuits – maybe an early morning jog along Kite Beach, or a long bike ride through Al Qudra. If you’re looking for something more structured this winter – a gym you’ll actually stick with – the city has a growing number of spaces with extensive outdoor setups and lifestyle-driven wellness facilities. Whether it’s an outdoor Hyrox track or a beachfront gym with open-air rigs and a pool, here are six premium gyms with plenty of space to break a sweat under the sun.