Launched in 2017, Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) is a month-long initiative aiming to transform Dubai into the most active city in the world. With a calendar of exciting events, DFC is all about motivating and involving the residents of Dubai to undertake 30 minutes of continuous exercise per day for 30 days.

This year's challenge will run from 28 October to 26 November 2023.

Studies show that it takes around 30 days to make a significant change to your health and wellbeing. That’s why Dubai Fitness Challenge encourages every person in the city to change and enhance their lifestyle with 30 days of activity. But it doesn’t end after 30 days — the challenge is about creating a long-term impact, essentially encouraging an overall lifestyle change for those who take part. Dubai is all about the happiness of its residents. What better way to create happiness than to encourage a healthier lifestyle for each and every person in the city?

Starting October 2nd, you can express your interest and register for the Dubai Fitness Challenge. Whether you're an individual, representing an organisation, a partner, or a sponsor, there's a place for you in this exciting event. Explore our Find Your 30 section for informative articles and essential information to kickstart your fitness journey in Dubai. If you're joining as an organisation, be sure to register your team to kick off the challenge together.

Dubai Fitness Challenge is free to join, with thousands of free classes and events to enjoy throughout the month. However, there are some third party events that may require an entry fee to take part.

This year Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) has three Fitness Villages. These are: DP World Kite Beach Fitness Village located at Kite Beach, Run and Ride Central Fitness Village located at One Central and RTA Mushrif Park Cycle Centre Fitness Village located at Mushrif Park. 

Explore the DP World Kite Beach Fitness Village at Kite Beach, open from 31 October to 26 November 2023, from 15:00 - 22:00 during the week and 7:00 - 22:00 at the weekend.

Discover 24 specialised fitness zones offering workouts, yoga, and sports activities like padel, cricket, football, and basketball. Enjoy numerous free classes; check our schedules on the DP Kite Beach Fitness Village page for details.

Run and Ride Central is open from 30 Oct to 26 Nov from 07:00 to 22:00. It’s conveniently located at One Central, near Emirates Towers and Dubai World Trade Centre metro stations. Enjoy complimentary classes like running, HIIT, and Body Combat, as well as a sponsored spinning studio by Dubai South. Explore various retail outlets, and F&B options. Plus, it’s your collection point for Dubai Ride and Dubai Run bibs. Discover more and check out the schedules on the Run and Ride Central Fitness Village page.

Open from 28 Oct to 26 Nov, our Fitness Village offers exciting activities including mountain bike trails, a pump track, and road cycling. Weekdays feature sessions from 7:00 - 8:00 AM and 4:00 - 8:30 PM, while weekends extend the fun from 7:00 - 10:00 AM and 4:00 - 10:00 PM. Bring your bike or use one, provided free of charge (subject to availability). To view schedules and find out more information on the RTA Mushrif Park Cycle Centre page.

This year Dubai Fitness Challenge is working with multiple fitness app providers, to offer a wide range of features and capabilities.

Yes, absolutely. Lead by example and sign up for the Dubai Fitness Challenge. Inspire others around you and share workout tips and tricks on your social channels using the hashtag #TakeTheChallenge.

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Dubai Fitness Challenge is open to everyone, of all ages and fitness levels. Whether you live in the UAE or are simply visiting, everyone is encouraged to participate.

Share your goals and fitness activity on your social channels using the hashtag #TakeTheChallenge.

You can find everything from yoga classes and cycling sessions to padel tennis and kids’ activities. Dubai Fitness Challenge offers something for all ages and levels of fitness ability.

Yes, there are a number of family-friendly events and activities taking place across the city during the challenge. You can visit our What’s On to find out more, or set your own 30-day challenges with your family.

There are no restrictions on when people can register. Ideally, everyone gets to enjoy the full 30x30 days, so it's recommended you register before 28 October.

Even if you took part in previous years, you will need to sign up for a new account for Dubai Fitness Challenge 2023 to make sure you receive all the latest information on exciting events and activities.

You can set goals as a company and work towards them together, whereas individuals have personal goals.

Dubai Fitness Challenge does not require you to enter a gym or fitness facility. Doing any physical activity for 30 minutes or more per day qualifies you as an ‘active participant’.

Dubai Fitness Challenge is continuously seeking fitness and sports providers during 28 October and 26 November 2023 – from free sessions and discounts to localised events at your venue, there are many ways we can work together. Please email info@dubaifitnesschallenge.com for more information.

There may be opportunities to steward road routes and courses, encouraging people to sign up, staffing at events or assisting coaches and instructors with their sessions. Please email info@dubaifitnesschallenge.com for more information.

The health and safety of all participants is our priority. All DFC events, activations and activities will be held in alignment with the rules and regulations set out by the Dubai Government and Dubai Health Authority.

Dubai Ride takes place on 12 November 2023. To find out more information visit www.dubairide.com.

Dubai Stand Up Paddle takes place on 18 November 2023. You can register via Premier Online.

Dubai Run takes place on 26 November 2023. To find out more, visit www.dubairun.com

All events and activations are filmed by our hired agencies and they will be used as material to promote the events and activations for this year and following years whenever required. So, participating in those events and activations means you approve the use of your videos and photos in these promotions.

This year Dubai Fitness Challenge is working with multiple fitness app providers, to offer a wide range of features and capabilities.

All government organisations, corporates, schools and universities across Dubai can join the challenge by registering as a company and committing to 30 minutes of exercise for 30 days. Contact us for more information at info@dubaifitnesschallenge.com.

We encourage corporations, schools and government participants to appoint champions to lead their organisation through the Dubai Fitness Challenge. Champions play a vital role in getting their organisation onboard and succeeding in our goal to become the world’s most active city.

Champions are responsible for: 

• Registering their company for the challenge.

• Spreading the DFC message across their organisation.

• Arranging events and encouraging participants to achieve their 30 minutes per day.

There are several ways to participate in the challenge. The toolkit you receive upon registration has further information on how you can activate the challenge in your circle. Here are some things you can do: 

• Encourage your colleagues/staff to join the Dubai Fitness Challenge by signing up online and committing to 30 minutes of exercise for 30 days 

• Visit What’s On for inspirational ideas and set up your own team challenges

• Consult health and fitness experts to set up programmes for your team – see the toolkit for suggestions 

• Encourage an active lifestyle in the office by creating dedicated spaces and schedules for your team’s 30×30 

• Don’t forget to share all you’re doing on social media using #TakeTheChallenge  

You can also contact us for any support that you need by emailing info@dubaifitnesschallenge.com.

If you are a designated company champion you can register your company. To find out more on how your organisation can participate please email stakeholders@dubaifitnesschallenge.com Otherwise each person must register individually through the website.

Ultimately, it’s about energising Dubai, getting the city active and driving positive lifestyle changes. Encourage your colleagues and staff to take on the challenge, and help make Dubai the most active city in the world.

There’s no deadline but to make the most of the huge range of events and activities, you should be ready to go from 28 October.

Once you register, you will receive a comprehensive corporate toolkit with information that can be shared with your peers/staff.

There is no minimum/maximum number of participants required for government organisations, companies or schools to register – the more the merrier. The number of participants entered will determine the category in which the organisation falls.

Your toolkit, which you receive when you register, will help you activate your challenge and provide tips on encouraging participation. Be sure to visit our Find Your 30 section for inspirational ideas to motivate members and advice on setting up engaging team challenges. Email info@dubaifitnesschallenge.com for more information.

Entities outside Dubai are welcome to participate in the Dubai Fitness Challenge. Please assign a champion and register. For more information, please contact info@dubaifitnesschallenge.com.

To register your organisation's interest in joining the Dubai Fitness Challenge, please reach out to our team at info@dubaifitnesschallenge.com.

Yes – all submissions will be reviewed by the Dubai Fitness Challenge team. Once you’ve registered your company, you will be informed via email as to whether or not your submission was successful.

As a champion, you can only create one profile for your organisation, with as many participants as needed.

You can only be a member of only one corporate, government or school/university profile.

Please refer to the corporate toolkit that was sent at registration. Alternatively, you can email info@dubaifitnesschallenge.com for more information.

As per government guidelines, Dubai Fitness Challenge is committed to following all guidelines and measures to ensure your health remains our top priority. All events and gatherings will follow up-to-date guidance so that you can fully focus on your wellbeing.

Engage in physical activity with awareness, particularly if you're not a regular exerciser, as there's always a slight risk involved. Prioritise safety by including warm-up and cool-down routines in your workouts. Additionally, if you have any underlying medical conditions, it's wise to consult your doctor to ensure safe exercise.

All events and activations are filmed by our hired agencies and they will be used as material to promote the events and activations for this year and following years whenever required. So, participating in those events and activations means you approve the use of your videos and photos in these promotions.

This year Dubai Fitness Challenge is working with multiple fitness app providers, to offer a wide range of features and capabilities.

All of the apps available from our partners are free to download, and have a range of free functions. Additional functions and features are available however please note these may incur a cost (but we have secured some great 30x30 discounts).

The Steppi app is available to you once again this year as one of the 11 app partners you can choose from for DFC2022

Yes, remember to always use the hashtag #TakeTheChallenge to make people aware of your involvement in the challenge. Here’s where you can find us: 

• Facebook: Dubai Fitness Challenge 

• Instagram: @dubaifitnesschallenge 

• Twitter: @dxbfitnesschallenge

Spread the movement using your hashtags, guidelines and tags for the chance to see your posts on the official Dubai Fitness Challenge social channels. Make sure you use our hashtag! #TakeTheChallenge

Our social media teams are looking for posts that are vibrant and ‘in the moment’, capturing people doing an activity or taking part in a Dubai Fitness Challenge event. Remember to be respectful of the culture of the UAE and adhere to the official Dubai Fitness Challenge brand guidelines.

If you are an organiser that has an event between 28 October and 26 November 2023, please email info@dubaifitnesschallenge.com for more information.

Dubai Fitness Challenge is continuously seeking fitness and sports providers during 28 October and 26 November 2023 – from free sessions and discounts to localised events at your venue, there are many ways we can work together. Please email info@dubaifitnesschallenge.com for more information.

Your company can maximise its exposure by contributing relevant offers. Please email info@dubaifitnesschallenge.com for more information.

There are various sponsorship packages available. Please email info@dubaifitnesschallenge.com for more information.

Yes, opportunities exist for health-related food and beverage vendors and sports and fitness-related trade stands at our events. Please email info@dubaifitnesschallenge.com for more information.

There may be opportunities to steward road routes and courses, encouraging people to sign up, staffing at events or assisting coaches and instructors with their sessions. Please email info@dubaifitnesschallenge.com for more information.

The health and safety of all participants is our priority. All DFC events, activations and activities will be held in alignment with the rules and regulations set out by the Dubai Government and Dubai Health Authority.

You should have received specific arrival instructions for your participation in the adidas/Les Mills World Challenge fitness class. The recommended mode of transportation to reach the event is by metro. Your designated metro stations for arrival & departure are either Dubai World Trade Centre or Emirates Towers metro stations.

Dubai Metro will be operational from 3am onwards and will be charged at normal fare, it is recommended to purchase NOL card in advance with a minimum balance of AED 15. Please refer to the confirmation email received on successful registration indicating disembark station, which could only be Dubai World Trade Centre Metro Station or Emirates Towers Metro Station.

We advise against driving your vehicle to the event due to limited parking in the vicinity and road closures scheduled for the morning of the event.

With road closures commencing for small roads starting at 3am, we recommend avoiding driving to the event as there is no dedicated parking arranged for the event. If you still prefer to drive, you will need to find your own parking space behind the World Trade Centre in RTA public parking and walk to holding areas located outside Dubai World Trade Centre Metro and Emirates Towers Metro.

We advise against using Taxi and Uber due to road closures that may affect the route, however if necessary to use taxi or uber, we suggest MAX Metro station as the drop off point then using the metro to WTC or Emirates Towers metro station.

This event is exclusively open to individuals aged 18 and above.

You can collect your event bib from the adidas Flagship Store from 10am on the 8th November until 2pm on 11 November. The store is located on the ground floor of The Dubai Mall, directly opposite the Ice Rink. You will need to present your registration QR code in order to collect.

Your QR code is located within the Tickets & Events section of the adidas App. This is located within your profile.

Registration can be completed only on the adidas App. To register, navigate to the On The Radar section which can be accessed by tapping the bottom right icon in the App. There you can find the event titled ‘ADIDAS & LES MILLS GUINNESS WORLD RECORD’. Follow the on screen instructions to complete registration.

There will be a chance to obtain a replacement bib at the arrival point. Simply present your confirmation code to the site usher, who will assist you in issuing a replacement bib.

Your bib is essential for your inclusion in the Guinness World Record challenge and will add to the total count of participants.

The adidas/Les Mills world fitness challenge starts at 5:00 am. Check-in closes at 4:45 am.

The adidas/Les Mills world fitness challenge finishes at 5:35am.

Entry into the venue will commence from 4:00am. Event will begin promptly at 4:30 am. If you arrive after this time, we regret to inform you that you won't be able to join the session.

We recommend minimising the items you bring with you, as there won't be any locker facilities available at the event. Please remember to bring your water bottle. Backpacks or rucksacks are not permitted for safety reasons.

Please wear appropriate clothing for the weather and for taking part in a physical activity. Remember that it may be cold before sunrise but will get warmer and sunnier later in the morning.

Our aim is to minimise the use of disposable plastics at the event and kindly request that you bring a reusable water bottle with you and fill it before the session starts. There will be a designated location where you can conveniently refill your bottle before, during, and after the event.

Yes, there will be toilets at each of the arrival points.

If you can't finish the activity, we ask that you move onto the nearest exit. Our event team will be able to direct you back to the nearest metro station.

Yes, you may register for both events. There are dedicated bike racks located near the event venue for your convenience. To find the exact locations, please refer to our interactive map.

Interactive Map Here >

There are dedicated bike racks located near the event venue for your convenience. To find the exact locations, please refer to our interactive map.

Interactive Map Here >