Fitness & fun! Best places to play padel in Abu Dhabi
Padel has rapidly become a sensation with sports lovers in the UAE…and why not? A mix between squash and tennis, it is both simple and fun to play. New clubs and courts have opened across the country to meet the fast growing demand. Want to play this exciting sport in the capital city? Our guide reveals the best places to play padel in Abu Dhabi.
BEST PLACES TO PLAY PADEL TENNIS IN ABU DHABI
Padel has taken fitness enthusiasts in Abu Dhabi by storm. Get your rackets ready as we list down the clubs and academies where you can try out this high-energy sport.
LET’S PADEL ACADEMY
Padel Academy opened its first indoor facility in Musaffah. It has four tennis courts, a pro shop and a cafe. The air-conditioned courts allow padel enthusiasts to keep their spirits up during the summer.
They also have outdoor courts in Khaladiyah Palace, Central Park and Family Park in Ruwais. The highly trained padel tennis pro-staff at academy is available to provide you with assistance.
- Location: Mussafah | Corniche | Central Park, Ruwais | Family Park, Ruwais
- Timings: Sunday to Wednesday, 07:00 am – 01:00 am | Thursday to Saturday, 07:00 am – 02:00 am (Mussafah)
- Contact: +971-56-804-4466 (Musaffah)
You can visit the official website of Let’s Padel Academy to learn more about their membership packages.
321 SPORTS
321 Sports offers a high-quality outdoor padel court where you can play your heart out with friends or family. Their easy booking policy sets them apart from other padel courts in Abu Dhabi.
You can hire equipment and check in when you arrive at the sports centre. Apart from padel tennis, it is a great place to try football, basketball, badminton, running and cycling. It also has a membership programme in place for those of you who want to lead an active lifestyle.
- Location: Hudayriyat Leisure and Entertainment District
- Timings: Vary
- Contact: +971-2-691 0256 | +971-2-691-0282
ACTIVE
ACTIVE is a largest multi-sport complex in the capital. It has four indoor and three outdoor padel courts. Located near Galleria Mall, the centre is a great place to try out all sorts of activities including football, tennis and volleyball.
- Location: Al Maryah Island
- Timings: Monday to Friday, 07:00 am to 10:00 pm | Saturday and Sunday, 06:00 am to 10:00 pm
- Contact: +971-02-403-4488
AL FORSAN INTERNATIONAL SPORTS RESORT
Boasting a picturesque location, the padel courts at Al Forsan International Sports Resort are perfect to enjoy the sport.
If you want to enjoy paddle tennis in Abu Dhabi, it does not get better than this. This full-range sports centre offers a variety of activities for everyone. With an outdoor and indoor play area, you will never have a dull moment.
It also hosts special family days to get everyone together. There are fully air-conditioned changing and showering facilities as well as lockers. You can rent a court and play when you visit.
- Location: Khalifa City
- Timings: Monday to Sunday, 07:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Contact: +971-800-9900
YAS ACRES GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
Yas Acres Golf & Country Club is another great spot to play padel in Abu Dhabi. Known for its luxurious amenities including swimming pools and gym facilities, you can head over to the sports centre to lead a healthy lifestyle. It is open to members and guests alike. With its state-of-the-art padel tennis courts, you can expect to have a spectacular time.
- Location: Yas Island
- Timings: Monday to Sunday, 07:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Contact: +971-56-179-8324 | +971-4-417-9833
PDL FOR PADEL
Want to have a friendly game of padel with your gang? Head over to PDL for Padel at Khalifa Park. This outdoor padel court in Abu Dhabi offers an ideal space to socialise as you test your sporting skills. And don’t forget to treat yourself with some after-game munchies including ice cream, cookies, brownies and more!
- Location: Khalifa Park, Ministries District
- Timings: Monday to Sunday, 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Contact: +971-50-757-3578
ZAYED SPORTS ACADEMY
The last sports centre on our list of places to play padel in Abu Dhabi is Zayed Sports Academy. Head over to one of the trendiest spot in the capital to learn how to play padel or show off your skills. Everyone is welcome to play and try their luck. Even if you are a newbie, you will have an amazing time.
- Location: Zayed Sports City
- Timings: Vary
- Contact: +971-2-403-4213
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT MAKES PADEL DIFFERENT FROM REGULAR TENNIS?
The main difference between padel and regular tennis is that it is for everyone, juniors and seniors alike. Padel is play in an enclosed court with the rules being different than tennis.
ARE THERE ANY INDOOR SPORTS VENUES IN ABU DHABI?
Yes, there are plenty of indoor sports venues in Abu Dhabi such as Performance Golf, an indoor golf course and Zayed Sports City Ice Rink.
WHERE CAN I LEARN TO SWIM IN ABU DHABI?
There are multiple places all across the city where you can learn to swim. Abu Dhabi Country Club, 4th Lane Swim Academy and Modern Swim Academy offer some of the best swimming classes in Abu Dhabi.
WHERE CAN I PLAY PADEL IN DUBAI?
You can play padel in Dubai at Padelx Dubai, Rackets Academy and Emirates Golf Club.
And that concludes our guide to padel places in Abu Dhabi. If you want to master the sport, you will need to take up classes.
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