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Stay Active in JLT: Top Sports and Fitness Activities to Try

Written by Jolly Jenny | 3 Oct, 2025

With the many sports and fitness opportunities available across JLT, and with the upcoming JLT Fitness Hub as part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge, it’s the perfect time to explore how the neighbourhood inspires an active lifestyle.

JLT Fitness Hub & Dubai Fitness Challenge 2025

The Dubai Fitness Challenge is a city-wide initiative designed to inspire residents to complete 30 minutes of activity for 30 consecutive days in the month of November. Each year, dedicated Fitness Hubs pop up across the city, offering free workouts, classes, and sporting activities to people of all ages and abilities.

From 1–7 November 2025, JLT will once again host its very own Fitness Hub at JLT Park Amphitheatre. The event is a hit every year among the community, with foot traffic reaching nearly 9,000 people in 2024 alone. The week-long programme brings an energy-filled schedule of classes and community sessions right to the heart of the neighbourhood. 

In previous years, residents enjoyed:

  • Football sessions for kids and adults
  • Yoga and meditation classes
  • Bollywood, Afro, Hip-Hop and K-Pop dance workouts
  • Spartans boxing and high-intensity interval training (HIIT)
  • Zumba, cardio, and strength workouts
  • Tennis taster sessions

The JLT Fitness Hub is more than just a calendar of activities; it’s a celebration of health, wellness, and community spirit. Families, friends, and neighbours come together to move, laugh, and connect, showcasing JLT as one of Dubai’s most active and community-driven destinations. Stay tuned for information for 2025, coming soon!

JLT Park Sports Hub

At the heart of JLT is the Park Sports Hub in Cluster O, home to:

JLT Football Pitch

A full-size football pitch, a premium facility designed for both structured training and casual play. With its professional-grade surface, the pitch is suitable for everything from youth academies and after-school programmes to friendly matches.

JLT Basketball Court

Basketball has a special place in JLT, thanks to its central full-size court at the Park Sports Hub, famously inaugurated by the late Kobe Bryant. Today, the court remains one of the community’s most active spaces.

JLT Skate Park 

The Skate Park is another standout feature of the Park Sports Hub, open daily from 8 AM to 10 PM. Designed for both seasoned skaters and complete beginners, it provides plenty of space to practise tricks, refine style, or simply enjoy the flow of riding.

This central hub has become a social hotspot, where residents and visitors meet to play, train, and connect.

Football academies in JLT

JLT Skate Park 

The Skate Park is another standout feature of the Park Sports Hub, open daily from 8 AM to 10 PM. Designed for both seasoned skaters and complete beginners, it provides plenty of space to practise tricks, refine style, or simply enjoy the flow of riding.

This central hub has become a social hotspot, where residents and visitors meet to play, train, and connect.

Juventus Academy Dubai

This club brings the official Juventus methodology to Dubai. This academy is run by UEFA-qualified coaches and is rooted in the philosophy of “growing up people before players”. Young athletes benefit from elite coaching, skill development, and opportunities to compete internationally.

Padel in JLT

Padel has quickly become one of Dubai’s favourite sports, and JLT is home to some of its most exciting courts.

Padelx floating court

Padel has quickly become one of Dubai’s favourite sports, and JLT is home to some of its most exciting courts.

At Padelx, players can enjoy Dubai’s first floating padel court, a state-of-the-art facility, set directly on the lake. The setting alone makes it a unique experience, whether you’re playing a friendly game or testing your skills in a more competitive match. The court is open from 4 PM to 11 PM to book, even on holidays.

GRIP Sports

Adding to the buzz is GRIP Sports, a newly opened venue in JLT that offers both padel and tennis. With its modern courts and vibrant atmosphere, it’s the perfect place to rally with friends, sharpen your technique, or dive into a game after work. Open from 7 AM to 12 AM, the court is open year-round to book.

Other sports facilities

  • Club Lab Golf: At Club Lab Golf in Cluster A, the game is reimagined indoors with cutting-edge simulation technology. Step into a state-of-the-art environment where you can tee off, practise your swing, or perfect your putts against some of the world’s most iconic courses. Open daily from 9 AM to 6 PM, they have a range of different service types to book.
  • Free fitness zones: Across the community, you’ll find free fitness stations in Clusters H, J, N and W, open to everyone and equipped with body-weight and resistance gear perfect for a quick workout in the fresh air.
  • Jogging track: For those who prefer to get moving on the go, the jogging track is a highlight. Stretching along the lakeside from Cluster R to O, the loop offers a scenic route for walkers, joggers, and runners, with views of the water and skyline keeping the pace inspiring.
  • Community basketball courts: Beyond the main court, residents can also enjoy half courts in Clusters H and L. These smaller setups are perfect for a quick game, practice drills, or just a spontaneous session after work

Staying active in JLT

From world-class academies and unique padel courts to scenic jogging routes and beyond, JLT offers something for every fitness enthusiast. Whether you’re looking to play casually with friends, train like a pro, or simply stay active outdoors, the community has it all.

This November, don’t miss the JLT Fitness Hub, part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge 2025, where residents and visitors alike can come together for a week of exciting, free activities. It’s the perfect opportunity to try something new and embrace a healthier lifestyle by participating in Dubai’s fitness challenge.