ISD Dubai Sports City Offers Free Inclusive Sports Activities During Dubai Fitness Challenge 2026

Dubai, UAE – November 2, 2026: ISD Dubai Sports City is expanding its community sports programme during the 10th edition of the Dubai Fitness Challenge 2026, with a series of free activities designed to encourage greater participation in fitness and sports.

Running from October 31 to November 29, the initiative will provide dedicated sporting opportunities for people of determination, alongside football coaching sessions for children at schools, parks and community fitness locations across Dubai and Sharjah.

As part of its 30x30 programme, ISD Dubai Sports City has allocated three padel courts and three table tennis tables exclusively for people of determination. Participants can access these facilities through dedicated one-hour sessions held daily throughout the challenge, with no participation fees.

The programme aims to make recreational sports more accessible while creating opportunities for participants to improve their physical fitness, develop confidence and connect with other members of the community.

Speaking about the initiative, Daniels Petrovs, CEO of ISD Dubai Sports City, highlighted the importance of making sports facilities accessible to everyone.

"Great facilities only matter if people can use them. For people of determination, the barrier to sport is often not ability but access to a space, a regular time and an environment where they feel they belong. This year, we wanted our participation in Dubai Fitness Challenge to open that door," he said.

He added that inclusive sporting opportunities can help strengthen community connections, encourage families to participate together and build healthy habits that continue beyond the month-long fitness campaign.

Real Madrid Foundation expands free football coaching in Dubai and Sharjah

Alongside its inclusive sports sessions, ISD Dubai Sports City's Real Madrid Foundation Educational Football Program is extending its reach through free coaching activities at schools across Dubai and Sharjah.

The initiative will work in coordination with school physical education departments, allowing professional coaches to conduct football sessions during regular PE classes. The activities are designed to accommodate children with different levels of sporting experience, including those who are new to football.

In addition to developing basic football skills, the coaching programme focuses on important personal values, including teamwork, respect and resilience.

The foundation's coaches will also participate in Dubai Fitness Challenge community activities, with beach soccer sessions planned at Kite Beach and school-focused activities at Al Warqa Park. Additional sessions are expected to take place at Zabeel Park and other community venues.

Free football sessions and opportunities for young players

Children participating in the football activities will receive a certificate of participation and an invitation to attend a complimentary introductory session at ISD Dubai Sports City.

The Real Madrid Foundation's football programme currently has nearly 1,200 players. Its expanded capacity is expected to nearly double participation, creating opportunities for more children to continue their football development after Dubai Fitness Challenge concludes.

Through its combination of inclusive racquet sports, school-based football coaching and community activities, ISD Dubai Sports City aims to encourage residents to make physical activity a regular part of their lives.

All activities organised under the ISD 30x30 Challenge programme are free to attend.

How to participate

Residents interested in joining the free sports activities or finding out more about the programme can contact ISD Dubai Sports City directly.

Contact: +971 52 671 2890 (Call or WhatsApp)

Programme dates: October 31 – November 29, 2026.