Popular after-school activities in the United Arab Emirates

Looking for things to do in the UAE? Plenty of activities are on offer for children of all ages. Just take a look at our guide below. And some clubs even offer classes for adults.

BASEBALL

Dubai Little League
Al Quoz 2, Dubai
This group sees parent volunteers teach baseball to boys and girls aged between 5 and 16.
+971 50 293 3855
eteamz.com/dubailittleleague

BASKETBALL

Basketball Academy of Dubai
Umm Suqeim 3, Jumeirah, Dubai
This academy offers basketball lessons to a variety of age groups and levels.
+971 50 731 6745
badubai.com

DANCE

Sharmila Dance Company
DUCTAC, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai
Run by renowned choreographer Sharmila Kamte, classes offered include street jazz, hip-hop and ballet. The company holds workshops with international choreographers every year.
+971 4 341 4777
sharmiladance.com

Turning Pointe
Mushrif, Dubai
With over 35 studios in the UAE, Turning Pointe offers a variety of dance classes, including ballet, hip-hop and street jazz.
+971 4 422 1592
turningpointe.ae

FOOTBALL

Dubai Schools Football League
Various schools across Dubai
Open to boys and girls from various schools in Dubai.
04 296 6804
dsfl.leaguerepublic.com

International Football Academy
Jebel Ali, Dubai
This academy is open to kids aged 4 to 16.
+971 4 454 1683
ifasport.com

Football Planet
Mirdif City Center, Dubai
For something more casual, this venue features a number of challenges for kids which can help improve their football skills.
+971 4 231 6274
theplaymania.com/soccercircus

GYMNASTICS

Dubai Olympic Gymnastics Club
Al Wasl Road, Jumeirah, Dubai
British gymnastics champion Dean Johnstone runs this club which offers classes for a variety of age groups.
+971 50 765 1515
dubai-gymnastics.com

HORSE RIDING

Emirates Equestrian Centre
Saih Al Salam, Dubai
Facilities include a riding school and dressage.
050 553 7986
emiratesequestriancentre.com

ICE HOCKEY

Abu Dhabi Falcons Ice Hockey
Sheikh Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi
A youth ice hockey club open to both boys and girls.
+971 50 268 0446
facebook.com/pages/Abu-Dhabi-Falcons-Ice-Hockey-Club/169501428432

Dubai Sandstorms Ice Hockey Club
Oud Metha, Dubai
The club takes part in matches with teams from other countries in the GCC.
050 775 8713
eteamz.com/dubaisandstorm

MARTIAL ARTS

Abu Dhabi Combat Club
Al Mushrif, Abu Dhabi
While the club focuses on teaching Brazilian jiu-jitsu, other classes offered includes boxing, judo, kickboxing and even wrestling.
+971 2 443 0022
adcombat.com

MUSIC

Noah’s Ark Art & Music Institute
NBK Building, Airport Road, Abu Dhabi
Children can take lessons in piano, guitar, drums and keyboard.
+971 2 641 9793
noahsarkjingles.com

THEATRE

Dubai Performing Arts Academy
Fitness First – The Lakes and Meadows, Dubai
Founded by Steps band member Lisa Scott-Lee and husband Johnny Shentall, the duo have over 25 years of experience within the performing arts industry.
+971 4 424 5195
dubaiperformingarts.com

Kids’ Theatre Works
Al Barsha, Dubai
This club runs classes in drama, musical theatre, dance and music.
04 341 4777
kidstheatreworks.com