Fitness & fun! Best places to play padel in Abu Dhabi
Padel has rapidly become a sensation with sports enthusiasts 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 features four tennis courts, a pro shop and a café. The air-conditioned courts enable padel enthusiasts to stay cool 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 the academy is available to provide you with assistance.
- Location: Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana
- Timings: Sunday to Wednesday, 07:00 am – 01:00 am | Thursday to Saturday, 07:00 am – 02:00 am
- Contact: +971-56-804-4466
You can visit the official Let’s Padel Academy website to learn more about their membership packages.
321 SPORTS
321 Sports offers a high-quality outdoor padel court where you can play to your heart’s content 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 upon arrival 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 one of the largest multi-sport complexes 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 various activities besides padel, 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: +971-2-403-4488
AL FORSAN INTERNATIONAL SPORTS RESORT
Boasting a picturesque location, the padel courts at Al Forsan International Sports Resort are perfect for enjoying 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 excellent spot to play padel in Abu Dhabi. Known for its luxurious amenities, including swimming pools and gym facilities, it’s the perfect sports centre to visit if you want to sustain a healthy lifestyle. It is open to both members and guests. 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
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 spots 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 a fantastic time.
- Location: Zayed Sports City
- Timings: Vary
- Contact: +971-2-403-4213
FAQs
WHAT MAKES PADEL DIFFERENT FROM REGULAR TENNIS?
The main difference between padel and regular tennis is that it is accessible to everyone, including juniors and seniors alike. Padel is played in an enclosed court, with rules that differ from those of 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. To master the sport, you will need to enrol in classes.
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