The 5 Best Ladies’ Gyms in Dubai
Nothing motivates us to work out harder than spending it with a sisterhood community, and feeling comfortable in our skin without having to worry about men looking at us.
Ladies’ gyms are the perfect place for this. We get to make new friends while getting in a good workout to keep us in shape.
We’ve tried many of these places throughout the city and compiled a list of the best ladies’ gyms in Dubai.
How much does a membership at a ladies’ gym in Dubai cost?
The cost of a gym membership varies from one gym to another. Each gym has its own unique membership structure that may be charged based on the number of classes, benefits, the location of the gym, and whether you want a trainer or not.
To help you get started, a gym membership in the business district, where most of the ladies’ gyms are found, costs around AED345 per month.
The Best Ladies’ Gyms in Dubai
Before we get right into our top picks for the best ladies’ gyms in Dubai, here are the factors we considered for our entries on this list:
1. FitnGlam
| Criteria | Rating |
| Range of Classes | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Facilities | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Quality of Space | ★★★☆☆ (3/5) |
| Accessibility | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Transforming the landscape of women’s fitness in the UAE by building a community and a safe space, FitnGlam has gyms, studios, and relaxation amenities for that holistic fitness experience.
We love that it covers a wide part of the fitness spectrum with its classes. Whether you are into low-impact workouts such as yoga, barre, and pilates, or high-intensity routines such as CrossFit and boxing, this gym can tend to your wants and needs.
It does not just stay at the extreme ends of workouts, too. For the more creative clientele, we love that it has Afro-dance and belly dancing classes.
All of these classes are found in its gyms and studio, under one huge warehouse roof. The gym is completely equipped to help with strength training and functional training.
The studio, on the other hand, is spacious enough to let your body move freely. HIIT, boxing, cycling, and yoga classes are located under its neon lights.
FitnGlam also covers that post-workout r&r with its amazing sauna, steam rooms, and solarium.
Our only problem with it is we’re not digging the whole industrial look it’s trying to achieve. The lack of windows and natural sunlight can’t be made up by its glaring neon lighting.
Despite that, the entire space is in great condition, and we love that it is always smelling good.
On top of that, it has 4 locations throughout the city. So while the gym doesn’t really offer online classes, we have no trouble enjoying its facilities because of its multiple branches.
Pros
- Wide range of classes of all types
- Complete facilities including relaxation spaces
- Whole gym is in excellent condition
- Has multiple branches
Cons
- Lacks natural lighting
- Does not offer in-home training and online classes
Customer Reviews
I love this place
“Really well equipped with all the fitness machines and concepts anyone would need. Stunning and gorgeous space. Love it. I did a mat Pilates class.” -MK Claire, Google Reviews
Lovely gym
“Lovely gym, great equipment, and amazing PTs. If I was to recommend anyone I would go for Maria. Sweetest trainer and very helpful to not only clients but any member of the gym. Very easy to grow a relationship with her and she is very motivating and will never tell you you cannot do anything. Even after having some bad experiences with another coach Maria picked us up and helped get us back into loving the gym. The gym is clean and puts together well and offers all resources you may need. Protein shakes and good all taste amazing and staff even in the reception area sweet.” – Maryam Alketbi, Google Reviews
2. Zabeel Ladies Club
| Criteria | Rating |
| Range of Classes | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Facilities | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Quality of Space | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Accessibility | ★★☆☆☆ (2/5) |
A ladies club that is a one-stop destination for every woman’s craving for health, wellness, beauty, and hospitality, Zabeel Ladies Club offers luxurious facilities and world-class trainers.
This space is for the ladies who would rather put down the weights, and pick up an athletic sport such as tennis, running, or cycling.
Its running track, cycling track, tennis court, basketball court, and Padel tennis court lend themselves to a great workout under the sun with your trainer and some friends.
However, that does not mean that its classes are limited to its outdoor facilities. Its gym also holds Les Mills programs, Pound Fit, Yoga, Pilates, and many more.
But that also means Zabeel Ladies Club really focuses on athleticism than building a dream body through bodybuilding and weightlifting.
And when you thought the luxury ends there, this club takes it up a notch with wellness facilities such as its gigantic Ghazal spa, physiotherapy treatments, and even a children’s playroom for the moms.
The space of the club does not let up either. Built like a temple for women, the place has high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows that lets sunlight come in no matter the time of the day.
On top of that, it has views of Dubai’s stunning skyline and the Burj Khalifa that made our workout session there one for the books.
However, Zabeel Ladies Club only has one branch, and its lack of training sessions that can be done outside of the space limits it critically.
Pros
- Luxurious facilities and great ambiance
- Has a set of athletic classes
Cons
- Classes are focused on athleticism only
- Only has one branch and no training sessions outside of the grounds
Customer Reviews
Best club for women in Dubai
“The best club for women in Dubai, the service is excellent, the prices are reasonable, the location is easy to access, and they have the first women’s padel tennis court, Highly recommended” -Elfooz, Google Reviews
Best ladies gym around
“I used to come to this place after my work… it’s the best for swimming.. gym.. clean place.. everything is perfect except the beauty section needs an expert therapist for more quality. Plus the towels need to be changed to new ones especially after raising the prices. The rest is wonderful…” – K Salmain, Google Reviews
3. Curvalicious
| Criteria | Rating |
| Range of Classes | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Facilities | ★★★☆☆ (3/5) |
| Quality of Space | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Accessibility | ★★☆☆☆ (2/5) |
Curvalicious offers personalized attention in class with its programs that promise to never do the same workouts twice for that constant challenge and stimulation.
It has coaches who are highly qualified in different training systems such as functional workouts like gymnastics, calisthenics, yoga, and pilates, and strength building such as weightlifting, powerlifting, and boxing.
We love that it has a wide range of training systems that jump in between working with your own body and working with weights. The combination of these makes for a holistic workout.
However, its facilities do not hold a candle compared to our other entries on this list. While the other gyms have post-workout facilities, Curvalicious is a simple and humble gym that puts its focus and efforts into training women to be stronger and empowered.
But just because it only has a gym does not mean that this is not in excellent condition, in fact, we actually enjoyed our workout here mostly because of how clean and orderly it is.
Its warehouse space is more than enough space for everyone to enjoy classes without having their personal space invaded. Its tall windows are a nice addition that lightens up the space too.
However, it only has one branch, and its classes are exclusively held inside the gym without the option of having its trainers do private sessions at your house.
Pros
- Has a great range of classes and training systems
- Clean and orderly space and equipment
- Its warehouse space has ample space for everyone
Cons
- Does not have any post-workout facilities
- Only has 1 branch
Customer Reviews
Hands down one of the nicest gyms
“Honestly hands down this is one of the nicest gyms I’ve come across, everyone is extremely nice, helpful, and friendly! The ambiance of the place is great as well! And the trainers are very well experienced and very cautious and careful and always pushing you forward. The classes they offer are each given in a separate space, and each space is well-equipped and designed for the theme and mood of the class. Definitely recommend it to anyone who’s interested in a nice cozy gym that offers a various number of great classes!” – Toka El Menawy, Google Reviews
Classes are awesome
“The gym had such an amazing vibe, and the staff is very friendly and welcoming on arrival. I signed up for bodylicious and wasn’t sure what to expect, but the class was awesome. The energy of the coaches was extremely positive and always pushed you forward, but they were also very attentive which was great because I am currently in my first trimester.” – Laila Al-Yousuf, Google Reviews
4. Motion Fitness
| Criteria | Rating |
| Range of Classes | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Facilities | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Quality of Space | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Accessibility | ★★★☆☆ (3/5) |
Motion Fitness is a ladies-only boutique tucked in the idyllic neighborhood of Umm Suqeim that focuses on helping women find their own motion.
True to its name, this ladies’ gym focuses on movement and limberness and its classes show that.
Limiting itself to bodyweight-focused training systems, Motion Fitness offers classes such as Pilates, Barre, Toning, and Spinning.
We were a bit disappointed by the fact that there is a lack of muscle-building workouts in its repertoire because building muscle is just as important especially when one is trying to lose weight.
However, it makes up for this with its high-caliber facilities like its well-lit and spacious studios that are most used for its classes, and its amazing massage parlor.
The massage parlors are perfect for helping muscles relax after classes that focus on the flexibility and core strength that Motion Fitness is known for.
We also love that Motion Fitness space is very inviting and friendly, opting for a homey sort of vibe rather than your usual hardcore industrial look that gyms opt for nowadays.
It definitely takes away that overwhelming sense when working out for the first time that most beginners get when they start on their journey.
However, it does not offer online classes and it only has one branch. Thankfully, it has personal training services.
Pros
- High-quality facilities for working out and post-workout
- Inviting and homey ambiance
Cons
- Classes lack muscle-building
- Only has 1 branch
Customer Reviews
Everything about this gym is perfect
“Everything about this gym is just perfect. From the friendly receptionists to the incredible instructors, and from the class diversity to the overall cleanliness and ambiance… I just love it.” – Samar Habayeb, Google Reviews
This place is my second home
“This place is my second home. Everyone, there is giving from the bottom of their heart from the staff to the instructors. Excellence is how I can describe it! I love every minute I spend there.” – TheSimamazona, Google Reviews
5. FitHub Woman
| Criteria | Rating |
| Range of Classes | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Facilities | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Quality of Space | ★★★☆☆ (3/5) |
| Accessibility | ★★☆☆☆ (2/5) |
With a 36,000 square feet facility, including a wellness and aqua facility, a spa hub, and a boutique hub, FitHub Woman equips its ladies with everything to reach their goals.
Its classes cover almost all the bases, from low-impact workouts such as swimming, yoga, and pilates, to strength conditioning such as weightlifting, HIIT, and boxing.
We love that FitHub Woman’s huge space allows for almost all kinds of workouts to be included under its roof, allowing each woman to find their own training system.
And when all that is done, a great workout’s best reward is a nice relaxing session at its spa hub or a dip in its aqua facility with the swimmers.
However, its lack of windows at the gym really brings down the energy for us. The lack of natural sunlight often feels like an obstacle at this point, one that is certainly not welcome.
Despite that, it is always a pleasure using the gym’s equipment facilities because it only uses globally-acclaimed workout equipment brands, and you can really tell the difference.
Sadly, it only has 1 branch in Dubai, and while the regular trip here is always worth it, we can only wish that it has more branches throughout the city.
Pros
- Wide range of classes and training systems
- Excellent facilities and equipment
- Spacious and orderly gym
Cons
- Lacks windows and natural sunlight
- Only has 1 branch
Customer Reviews
Great ladies’ fitness spot!
“Great ladies’ fitness spot! 2 floors with a massive variety of fitness activities starting from the swimming pool and finishing with different group classes. Always friendly and carrying environment and professionals around to help you with anything you need. Love it!” – Olya Ali, Google Reviews
One of the best ladies’ gyms in the area
“FitHUB gym is currently one of the best ladies’ gyms if not the best gym in the area. Not only does it accommodate both aqua and gym sports but also has multiple classes and PT trainers available. Clients can enjoy their workouts and classes using their wide range of equipment and facilities, and yet not worry about overcrowding. Clients can also use their spa facilities and grab a bite at protein house anytime. Moreover, the staff is exceptionally friendly and is always keen to help. A great experience so far and looking forward to an even greater experience.” – Fatma Alqassim, Google Reviews
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