A large demographic of people living in Dubai love the game of basketball – they frequent the basketball courts to play pick-up games, train and enjoy the outdoor weather and the overall workout that basketball provides.
But with the summer heat upon us, people will want to play indoors when the weather reaches extremely high temperatures. So in order to beat the heat, check out our list of indoor basketball courts in Dubai that are available for the public, plus some outdoor venues you can play in free of charge.
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DUBAI SPORTS WORLD
Dubai Sports World boasts six basketball courts with indoor courts as well, all courts are aligned with international standards. Facilities are air-conditioned and the courts are available for walk-ins and groups who want to play. The courts are available from June 1st until September 2nd of 2017.
COURT FEES: 125 AED per hour during peak hours / 95 AED per hour off peak.
ADDRESS: Sheikh Zayed Rd – Dubai – United Arab Emirates.
TEL: +971 043064000
EMAIL: dubaisportsworld@dwtc.com
WEBSITE: www.dubaisportsworld.ae
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook / Instagram / Twitter
DUBAI STARS SPORTSPLEX
This facility has four indoor basketball courts that can be booked for your leisure. The sports complex also hosts tournaments and leagues on their championship courts which meet FIBA standards and regulations.
COURT FEES:
Court 1: AED300/hour
Court 2, 3, & 4: AED200/hour
For packages, please refer to the rate card:
ADDRESS: Al Mizhar Area, Behind Arabian Center – Dubai – United Arab Emirates.
TEL: +971 42853333
EMAIL: info@dubaistars.ae
WEBSITE:dubaistars.ae
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook / Instagram/ Twitter
INSPORTZ CLUB
The Insportz club indoor court is a multi-purpose facility that enables you to play basketball. Depending on the schedule of events, book in advance for availability.
COURT FEES: 450 AED per hour
ADDRESS: 4th Street, Sheikh Zayed Road, Al qouz 3 – Dubai – United Arab Emirates.
TEL: +971 43475833
EMAIL: insportz@emirates.net.ae
WEBSITE: insportzclub.com
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook
MPAC SPORTS
This academy offers coaching clinics for youth, adults, and women to train and improve their basketball skills. They also host tournaments of all varieties and have one on one training for advanced players who want to take their game to the next level.
COURT FEES: Courts are booked for members of programs. Walk-ins are not available.
ADDRESS: Al Barsha South, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
TEL:+971 043851777
EMAIL: info@MpacSports.com
WEBSITE: mpacsports.com
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook / Instagram / Twitter
FITNESS FIRST SPORTS ZONE
The sports zone is located in Fitness First Meadows, basketball courts are available for members and non-members alike. Programs are also offered for adults and children to improve their skills and brush up on their basketball fundamentals.
COURT FEES: 480 AED per hour during peak hours / 290 AED per hour non-peak hours, book in advance.
ADDRESS: Community Meadows, Emirates Living Community, The Meadows – Dubai.
TEL:+971 044370545
EMAIL: sam.jackson@fitnessfirst-me.com
WEBSITE: fitnessfirstme.sportzone
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook / Instagram / Twitter
BRADENTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL
Play in a full indoor basketball court equipped with air conditioning and hardwood floors.
COURT FEES: 400 AED per hour.
ADDRESS: Dubai Sports City, Near ICC – Dubai.
TEL:+971 048183600
WEBSITE: www.bradentonprepdubai.com
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook
GEMS WELLINGTON ACADEMY – SILICON OASIS/ AL KHAIL
The Gems Wellington academy have two facilities with courts, one in Silicon Oasis and one on Al Khail road. Visit these indoor courts that are equipped with hardwood floors and professional basketball rings. A great facility for 5 on 5 games and basketball training, Book the courts in advance.
COURT FEES: (Small Sports Hall) 400 AED per hour / (Sports Hall Phase 1) 500 AED per hour / (Sports Hall Phase 3) 600 AED per hour.
ADDRESS: Dubai Silicon Oasis – Dubai / Exit 18, Al Arabia St, Al Khail Road – Dubai.
TEL:+971 45159000 / +971 045129100
WEBSITE: www.gemswellingtonacademy
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook / Twitter
DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK – GREENFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL
The greenfield community school has an all-purpose gym with three basketball rings. Players can play full court and half court games in the gym depending on other activities going on at the time. Call up and reserve in advance.
COURT FEES: 400 AED per hour.
ADDRESS: Dubai Investment Park – 1, Near Dubai Lagoon – Dubai.
TEL:+971 048856600
WEBSITE: www.gcschool.ae
SOCIAL MEDIA: Youtube / Twitter
GEMS METROPOLE – MOTOR CITY
This indoor gym hosts many activities including basketball games and clinics for players that want to improve their basketball fundamentals and enjoy a meaningful workout.
COURT FEES: 500 AED per hour.
ADDRESS: Honsho Road, Uptown Motor City – Dubai.
TEL: +971 045507200
WEBSITE: www.gemsmetropoleschooldubai.com
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook / Twitter
DUBAI SPORTS CITY
Sports city is a hub of activity and sports, they offer four outdoor, floodlit, hard surface courts in a great atmosphere. Whether you are playing pick-up or want to join a league, there are many ways to begin improving your game at Sports City.
COURT FEES: 180 AED per hour
ADDRESS: Dubai Sports City, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Rd، Near Motor city – Dubai.
TEL: +971 44251111
EMAIL: info@dsc.ae
WEBSITE:www.dsc.ae
SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook / Instagram / Twitter
JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS PARK
An outdoor floodlit basketball court in the green park of JLT.
Opening hours : 8 AM to 10 PM
Free play : 8 AM to 6 PM
Bookings : 6 PM to 10 PM Sunday to Thursday, 8AM to 10 PM Friday & Saturday
COURT FEES: 100 AED per hour.
ADDRESS: Jumeirah Lake Towers, One JLT building, Dubai.
TEL: +971 44232900
AL JAFILIYA PARK COURT
The Jafiliya court is available for walk-ins and can accommodate 5 on 5 full court games.
COURT FEES: Free entry.
ADDRESS: Al Jafiliya Park, 57A Street, Dubai.
AL NAHDA POND PARK
Al Nahda court is a hub of basketball activity, pick up games are constant at this court and people are waiting, in turn, to play on the weekend.
COURT FEES: Free entry.
ADDRESS: Al Nahda Pond Park, Dubai.
AL SATWA PARK
Al Satwa park has one basketball court that is chock-full of activity, basketball games are constantly being played, assemble a group of friends and head down, you are bound to find some competition on these courts.
COURT FEES: Free entry.
ADDRESS: 214 308th Rd – Dubai.
TEL:+971 043440252
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