Returning for its third edition, Dubai Stand Up Paddle transforms Hatta Dam into a two-day celebration of movement and natural beauty. All sessions are now fully allocated, with registered participants set to enjoy free stand-up paddleboarding and complimentary kayaking on a first-come, first-served basis.

Each day concludes with 30-minute sunset yoga sessions on the water, offering the perfect way to unwind against Hatta's stunning mountain landscape. Free equipment and shuttle transport from central Dubai make participation easy for all.

International Sporting Highlights

DFC 2025's second week welcomes world-class competition to Dubai.

Dubai Premier Padel P1 (9-16 November) – The world's top-ranked padel players compete at Hamdan Sports Complex for an AED 2 million prize purse in both men's and women's categories. Last year saw 320 elite players including Arturo Coello, Ariana Sanchez Fallada, and Juan Lebron, with daily fan activations throughout the tournament.

DP World Tour Championship (13-16 November) – The Race to Dubai season finale at Jumeirah Golf Estates brings together the top 50 players, led by defending champion Rory McIlroy. Alongside elite competition, visitors can enjoy fitness challenges, family golf clinics, and Golf is Good activations.

Dubai Basketball – Elite European basketball comes to Coca-Cola Arena with three fixtures: SC Derby (9 November), Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade (11 November), and Zalgiris Kaunas (14 November).

Baseball United Season One (14 November - 14 December) – The league's debut season kicks off at Baseball United Ballpark at The Sevens, with 21 action-packed games featuring teams from across the region and beyond.

Week 2 offers diverse outdoor challenges for all fitness levels:

Hatta Sign Hike (8 November) – A scenic sunrise trek at Hatta Wadi Hub to the famous mountainside Hatta Sign, welcoming seasoned hikers and newcomers alike.

Spinneys Family Run (8 November) – A community race at DAMAC Hills featuring 2.5km and 5km routes for ages three to 99, with all participants receiving a branded t-shirt, medal, and snack.

C1 Championship Dubai (8 November) – The first female-jockey camel racing competition at Dubai Camel Race Track, featuring international competitors from New Zealand, Germany, France, Russia, and the UAE across five races.

She Runs (9 November) – The Middle East's largest women-only running event returns to Al Forsan Park, Expo City, with a 3km circuit celebrating strength, sisterhood, and inclusion.

Nakheel Palm Run (9 November) – A sunrise event along Palm Jumeirah Boardwalk offering 21km, 10km, and 5km distances (ages 16+) and 1km for children, with medals and t-shirts for all finishers.

Cigna Run and Fitness (9 November) – A run-and-wellbeing festival at DIFC featuring 2.5km or 5km races plus yoga, HIIT, or spin classes focused on workplace wellness.

The three free 30×30 Fitness Villages continue to offer hundreds of daily activities:

DP World 30×30 Fitness Village Kite Beach – Dubai's flagship fitness destination features diverse sports zones including Functional Fitness, Box'd, MMA, OCR, and Beach Warrior, alongside beach volleyball, padel, cricket, football, and basketball. Open Monday-Friday 15:00-23:00 and weekends 07:00-23:00.

Dubai Municipality 30×30 Fitness Village Zabeel Park – The central hub for running and cycling enthusiasts, featuring Spin Zone, Kids Fitness Zone, Boxing Zone, and bookable padel courts. Open daily 16:00-23:00.

Dubai Municipality 30×30 Fitness Village Al Warqa'a Park – A family-friendly destination with a 2.8km track, outdoor gym, kids' and ladies-only zones, and multi-sport areas. Open Sunday-Thursday 16:00-23:00 and Friday-Saturday 16:00-23:30.

30 Community Fitness Hubs bring free daily workouts directly to residents. Week 2 highlights include:

AES SB Skate Park 30x30 Fitness Hub – One-hour skateboarding sessions for all skill levels at Dubai Investment Park, with decks and safety gear available to rent. Morning and afternoon sessions throughout November.

Mercedes-Benz Brand Center 30x30 Fitness Hub – Daily fitness activities at Dubai Design District including rooftop yoga and Pilates, community runs by the Creek, meditation, table tennis, and weekend family sports (tennis, basketball, badminton, pickleball). Features wellness talks and 30% off the fitness menu at AMG Kaffeehaus.

The Beach JBR x Squatwolf 30x30 Fitness Hub – Free beachfront workout sessions with stunning sea views, powered by Squatwolf's fitness community. Open to all fitness levels with post-workout dining and retail experiences.

Danube Sports World Hub – Inside one of the region's largest indoor sports domes, featuring bookable courts for padel, basketball, cricket, volleyball, badminton, table tennis and pickleball.

Town Square 30x30 Fitness Hub – Professional-led open-air sessions ranging from high-energy HIIT and boxing to yoga and mat Pilates.

Golf is Good 30x30 Fitness Hub – Complimentary sessions at venues including Arabian Ranches Golf Club, Dubai Hills Golf Club, Emirates Golf Club, Jumeirah Golf Estates, and Topgolf Dubai. The Emirates Golf Federation also hosts Golf in Schools sessions (ages 6-16) and a Golf Mini Sixes tournament (10-14 November).

These neighborhood activations ensure that no matter where participants live, fitness is always within reach.

As Week 2 unfolds, residents and visitors are encouraged to register for free at www.dubaifitnesschallenge.com and explore Fitness Villages and Hubs across the city. With 23 days of movement still to come, every day offers a new opportunity to Find Your Challenge.