A look at the various sports facilities in Dubai Sports City
Do you love sports? If your answer is a big resounding YES, then you will be happy to know that Dubai has an entire community dedicated to sports. Known as Dubai Sports City (DSC), the community boasts a 25,000-seat stadium, football academy, an indoor arena and so much more! So stay with us as we bring you a list of exciting sports activities in Dubai Sports City.
SPORTS FACILITIES IN DUBAI SPORTS CITY
DUBAI INTERNATIONAL STADIUM
Designed by the Canadian architect, Awsam Matloob, The Dubai International Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium with a 148m pitch diameter and a seating capacity of 25,000 spectators. The stadium has played host to many events, including:
- The Pakistan Super League
- The 2018 Asia Cup
- ICC T20 World Cup
- The Indian Premier League
- International Tests, ODIs and T20I matches
Having conducted so many amazing events, Dubai International Stadium has now become synonymous with exciting sports tournaments. It is considered among the most iconic sports stadiums in Dubai.
ICC ACADEMY
There is also an ICC Academy in Dubai Sports City to offer training to cricket enthusiasts. Dubai’s popular cricket academy offers coaching programmes for people of all ages, including Babyshop Cricket Cubs.
- The academy has two elegantly-designed one-day international accredited ovals
- Outdoor training floodlit facility English, Australian and South Asian practice turf
- Floodlit cricket cage
- Indoor and outdoor gym and conditioning centre and an Olympic size swimming pool
- It is equipped with ProBatter video screens, pitch vision virtual training aids and state-of-the-art bowling machines
ICC Academy has hosted many events, including the T20 World Cup Qualifiers.
THE ELS CLUB
A brainchild of pro golf legend Ernie Els, The Els Club is one of the best golf courses in Dubai. The club boasts a 7538-yard course, restaurants, resort-style facilities and five-star service.
- Every hole in this Dubai’s popular golf club is inspired by Ernie’s favourite courses from all over the world.
- Resort-style facilities at The Els Club include a gym, padel courts and two swimming pools.
- The golf course in Dubai offers exclusive programmes for ladies.
LALIGA ACADEMY
Developed by one of the world’s strongest football leagues, LaLiga, the academy trains young players across the region to become professional players. It has UEFA pro-certified coaches who offer gold standard training for boys and girls aged between four and seventeen.
- LaLiga Academy has two full-size outdoor pitches.
- It also has an indoor pitch with 2-star FIFA-approved turf
- It also has a fully integrated system in place to book pitches or the venue for events.
CLAUDE HERMON II PERFORMANCE GOLF ACADEMY
Training golf enthusiasts for three generations, the Harmon family is a popular name in golf coaching. They have golf academies in the US; this marks their first institute outside of America.
- Claude Hermon II Performance Golf Academy offers one-on-one instructions.
- They offer up-to-date training aids
- They also boast focused development programmes for kids interested in playing golf.
The club has excellent facilities including:
- Two air-conditioned full swing studios
- A putting studio with eight cameras
- Gym
- Sam Putt Lab
- SAM balance Lab & Boditrak pressure mat.
- K-Vest 3D Motion Capture
- Trackman Launch Monitor
DUBAI KNIGHTS EAGLES RUGBY CLUB
Fancy playing rugby? Dubai Sports City offers you an opportunity to indulge in an exciting game of rugger at its exclusive rugby club, which is the region’s third-largest facility for the very sport. Naturally, it offers the best experience for people of all skill levels.
- Dubai Knights Eagles Rugby Club has eight floodlit rugby
- Netball and cricket pitches
- It also offers access to gymnasiums and medical treatment rooms
SPORTS VILLAGE
Sports Village is an epicentre of all the sporting action that takes place in Dubai Sports City. It is home to an array of venues, including courts, pitches, cricket ovals and indoor nets. It offers programmes for both young and young-at-heart, regardless of their skill level.
FAQS ABOUT SPORTS FACILITIES IN DUBAI SPORTS CITY
WHICH SPORTS CAN YOU PLAY IN DUBAI SPORTS CITY?
Cricket, rugby, tennis, football, basketball, golf and netball are a few of the sports you can play at Dubai Sports City.
WHERE CAN I BUY TICKETS FOR THE DSC’S SPORTING EVENTS?
You can buy tickets from the region’s leading event websites like Platinumlist.
ARE THERE ANY TRAINING SESSIONS FOR ADULTS AT DSC?
There is no age restriction to any sports venues in Dubai Sports City. Adults or children can try any of the sports facilities mentioned above.
CAN I BOOK A PITCH, COURT, NET, OVAL OR TRACK IN DUBAI SPORTS CITY?
Of course, you can! Use some of these contact details of sports complexes in Dubai Sports City to book your desired facility:
- Football pitch: +971-4-448-1555
- Cricket pitch: +971-4-425-1355
- Rugby pitch: +971-4-425-1650
- Track field: +971-4-448-1650
That wraps our guide to the best sports facilities in Dubai Sports City. If you play sports regularly, you can even think of living in this neighbourhood.
But before you take the plunge, we’d recommend you read up on the pros and cons of living in Dubai Sports City to get a better understanding of the area. If you plan to live as a tenant in the community, there are many apartment buildings in Dubai Sports City worth considering!
Cover Image is courtesy of Dubai Sports City’s official website
