Whether it’s Christmas or the middle of July, Dubai is always a great place to visit! It’s a place to relax and recuperate, or just run away from all the problems and worries for a while. You can spend countless hours by the pool or in a spa, or just wander around from one attraction to the next. But what about those more athletic tourists who want to do something besides sightseeing? If you’re one of them, don’t worry – Dubai has a number of options for you.
Play Polo
This is one of the most challenging sports out there and you need quite a lot of skill to play it properly. It’s not just hitting a ball with a stick, but doing so while riding a horse! And staying in the saddle is not easy. Also, polo is one of the most pleasurable and entertaining sports – it used to be an Olympic sport as well – that you can enjoy in Dubai if you visit the Dubai Polo Academy.
You don’t have to be a professional to play polo here. They accept amateurs, too, and enable you to work with instructors who’ll introduce you to this wonderful sport. That way, you’ll be able to develop and master your skills with the help other polo enthusiasts. On the other hand, if you’re in town for a short period of time, you don’t have to train or play polo. You can simply attend the games as a spectator.
Ride Horses
If you’re into horses, but don’t like hitting a ball, you can just stick to riding. This activity is not just something you do for fun, but also if you want to stay fit while on a vacation. Horseback riding is quite beneficial for your health – it helps you stay lean, control your weight, build some muscles and become more flexible. Additionally, it’s good for your heart and cardiovascular system, and it can be more than relaxing, which is exactly the thing most vacation-goers need.
At the world-famous Meydan Racecourse, you can ride horses recreationally all year long or, if you’re feeling extra competitive, set up an impromptu horse race with your friends. You can also visit the Dubai World Cup, a prestigious annual horse race that attracts only the finest racers in the world, as well as tons of celebrity spectators.
Visit a Gym
Not all people like to work out while they are on vacation – some just want to take the time off, forget their busy schedule and relax for a while. Moreover, very few people like working out in an unknown gym. However, if you’re all about getting fit and can’t survive a day without lifting some weights, find the best possible solution for your workout during your visit to Dubai.
If you’re only interested in the best of the best, visit Symmetry Gym. With years of experience under their belt, trainers from this highly professional gym will help you achieve all your short- and long-term goals – from losing a few pounds to staying in shape during your time away from home. Their workouts are based on the Fission Fusion Training System and their philosophy is simple: get in, work hard, go home and be happy!
Other Ideas
Some of the other ideas a sports enthusiast might enjoy in Dubai are the Dubai Autodrome, the Arabian Ranches Golf Club and Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club. So, whether you’re into driving sports cars, playing golf or sailing, you’ll surely find an activity that will suit you.
