With Dubai Fitness Challenge in full swing, we've rounded up some of the chicest places to workout in the UAE...

Al Bateen Ladies Club by Matcha

Located at Al Bateen Beach in Abu Dhabi, this newly opened ladies’ club comes from the team behind Dubai’s Matcha Club. Designed exclusively for women and children, it’s a Palm Springs-inspired escape featuring terracotta-framed padel courts, a reformer Pilates studio, a Mediterranean café, an infinity pool, water sports, a kids’ play area, and a private beach.
Day Pass: Dhs150  with memberships available
Location: Al Bateen Beach, Abu Dhabi 

Curve Club, Abu Dhabi

A homegrown, women-only Pilates and wellness studio and the first in the region to introduce the Curveformer, a next-generation reformer for balanced, full-body training. With sleek interiors, small class sizes, and a focus on community, Curve Club blends innovation and design with results-driven workouts.
Class Packages: From Dhs130 per session, memberships from Dhs1,200 per month
Location: Al Qana, Abu Dhabi,  www.curveclub.ae

FitnGlam, Dubai Hills Mall

The UAE’s most glamorous women-only fitness destination, FitnGlam pairs high-performance training with luxurious interiors. Frequented by Naomi Campbell and Nada Adelle, it offers group fitness, personal training, and recovery lounges designed to inspire confidence and strength.
Memberships: From Dhs1,299/month | Day Pass: Dhs200
Location: Dubai Hills Mall, www.fitnglam.ae 

Revive Pilates Studio, Dubai

A boutique Reformer Pilates studio located in Jumeirah Golf Estates, Revive focuses on mindful movement, strength, and posture. With small group classes and certified instructors, it’s perfect for both beginners and advanced practitioners.
Classes: From Dhs130 | Intro Offer: Dhs360 for 3 sessions
Location: Fairways, First Floor, Jumeirah Golf Estates, www.revive-pilates.com 

Matcha Club, Al Quoz

Wellness, creativity, and community converge at Matcha Club, a nature-inspired retreat offering yoga, Reformer Pilates, and fitness classes alongside lush padel courts. A favourite for social workouts, coffee meetups, and creative gatherings.
Padel Bookings: From Dhs250 per court/hour. Classes: Dhs140
Location: Al Quoz, Dubai, www.matchaclub.co

Paus Club, Umm Suqeim

A peaceful escape in the city, Paus blends fitness, food, and mindfulness. The space offers yoga, Pilates, sound healing, and meditation, alongside a serene café serving wholesome dishes in a leafy courtyard. With matcha mornings, community markets, and creative events, it’s a sanctuary for slow living.
Classes: From Dhs130 | Day Pass: Dhs180
Location: Umm Suqeim, Dubai, www.pausdxb.com