7 quirky workouts to try during this Dubai Fitness Challenge

7 quirky workouts to try during this Dubai Fitness Challenge

From community events to unique classes and competitions, there is plenty on offer in Dubai as part of the DFC

Published: Tue 31 Oct 2023, 6:00 AM

The sixth edition of Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) kicked off on Saturday as thousands of residents took up the challenge to do 30 minutes of activities for 30 days of the month.

An initiative by Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the event has become one of the most keenly awaited one in the city’s calendar. From community events and fitness hubs to unique classes and competitions, there is plenty on offer in Dubai as part of the DFC.

Here are seven unique events and classes for residents to try out around the city this month:

1. Be part of a Guinness World Record

This year, there will be an attempt to set a Guinness World Record as part of the DFC by hosting the largest HIIT Workout on Sheikh Zayed Road on Sunday, November 12. Hosted by adidas and Les Mills, all UAE residents over the age of 16 can take part in this event that will see an exhilarating workout led by world-class trainers against the iconic backdrop of Dubai's Museum of