Al Ain Cycle Race
Al Ain Cycle Race The Al Ain Cycle Race returns on Friday September 20, 2019. This season we return to start at Wadi Adventure and will offer two race distances being a flat course (Green Mubazzarah) and climb course (Jebel Hafeet). The Green Mubazzarah Flat course will be 5 loops of the bottom and finish at Green Mubazzarah with the Climb course ( Jebel Hafeet) being 5 laps before the climb. There is a cut off time for the start of the climb course 2 Hours. 5:30 am: Registration check in opens 6:30 am: Start All Males 6:33 am: Start All Females
Read moreBeach Football Tournament
The Abu Dhabi Sports Council Beach Sports Festival will be held between September and January on Al Bahar Beach on the Corniche, Abu Dhabi. Beach Football tournaments are scheduled for September 20, November 1, December 13 and January 24. Player Numbers and Timing 10 squad players, 7 a side on pitch at any one time (16 years and above) Matches will be 10 mins in duration – No half time The clock stopped every time there is a break in play. Once you have entered, teams will be split into group A and B and we will have a staggered kick off to eliminate too much waiting around. Group A kick off at 5pm Group B kick off at 7.00pm Finals from 9pm Registration check in for both groups will open 30minutes before KO.
Read moreYas Mall Indoor Run 2
The Abu Dhabi Sports Council Indoor run series continues in September with Race 2 at Yas Mall. Home of the original indoor series from 2017 we return to Yas Mall for the 3rd run of the summer with the start and finish near the VIP Entrance. The run is on a 2.5km looped course through the ground floor of the mall in cool air conditioning. Start your running and walking season here at Yas Mall on 27th September 2019. Check-in will be from 7am with the runs starting at 8:15am. Cost of entry is AED55+VAT. All finishers will receive a finishers medal.
Read moreYas Criterium Cycle Race
A long form criterium cycle race on Yas Marina Circuit.
Read moreRun@TrainYas
Run @TrainYas Race 1 will be held on Tuesday evening October 1st, the run will be an extension of Train Yas and be held on a modified 2.5Km course within the North Circuit offering runners the choice of a 2.5Km, 5Km or 10Km run. Train Yas will operate from 6pm to 8pm with the Run@TrainYas to commence promptly at 8:30pm
Read more2019 Triathlon Series, Race 1
The Abu Dhabi Sports Council presents the First Triathlon Festival for 2019 at Al Hudayriat Island on Friday October 4 and 5. Protected swim course, open and spacious transition, a looped bike course with NO TRAFFIC and a run course with a twist. Friday Distances: Olympic Individual and Relay (1500 m swim | 41 km bike | 10 km run) Sprint Individual and Relay (750 m swim | 21 km bike | 5 km run) Super Sprint Individual and Relay (375 m swim | 11 km bike | 2.5 km run) Timings: 6:00 am: Registration opens 6:45 am: Start Olympic Individual & Relay (1500 m swim | 41 km bike | 10 km run) 7:15 am: Start Sprint Individual & Relay (750 m swim | 21 km bike | 5 km run) 7:30 am: Start Super Sprint Individual & Relay (375 m swim | 11 km bike | 2.5 km run) Friday afternoon will feature a Individual Time Trial Cycle Race. More information in a separate event listing. A Junior Triathlon along with an Open | Junior Aquathlon will be held on Saturday morning 5th October. More information in a separate event listing.
Read moreDuathlon
2019 Duathlon: Race 1 | Al Hudayriat Island The Abu Dhabi Sports Council presents duathlon race 1 on Al Hudayriat Island on the morning of 5th October 2019. Race Distances offered are: Long: 10Km run, 31Km ride, 5Km run Short 5Km run, 21Km ride, 2.5Km run – perfect for both first timers and experienced competitors (Juniors 14+ & Adults) Juniors U14: 750m run, 11Km ride, 750m run The long course will start at 6:45 am followed by the Short Course and Juniors (older than 14) at 7:30am Juniors U14 race at 8:15 am.
Read moreJunior Triathlon and Open Aquathlon
Junior Triathlon and Open Aquathlon | Al Hudayriat Island The Abu Dhabi Sports Council Junior Aquathlon presents the 1st Junior Triathlon and Open Aquathlon of the season at Al Hudayriat Island on 5 October 2019. Races on offer are as follows: 7:00 am: Sprint Aquathlon - Juniors & Adults (750 m swim, 5 km run) 7:15 am: Junior Super Sprint Triathlon (375 m swim, 11 km ride, 2.5 km run) 7:15 am: Relay Junior Super Sprint (375 m swim, 11 km ride, 2.5 km run) 7:15 am: Super Sprint Aquathlon - Juniors & Adults (375 m swim, 2.5 km run) 7:30 am: Junior Triathlon (200 m swim, 6 km ride, 1.5 km run) 7:30 am: Junior Aquathlon (200 m swim, 1.5 km run) 8:00 am: Beach Swim & Run (100 m swim, 500 m run) 8:15 am: Tiny Splash & Dash (100 m wade/swim, 200 m beach run / not timed)
Read more5 & 10Km Pink Run
5 & 10 km Pink Run | Zayed Sports City The 9th Annual Pink Run is a 5km or 10km run held within the grounds of Zayed Sports City on Friday 11 October 2019, starting and finishing outside the Abu Dhabi International Tennis Complex, with views of the iconic Zayed Football Stadium and overlooking world class rugby pitches. Supporting the annual 5km and 10km run we will also host a kids special 1 Mile run. Proceeds from the run are donated to the Al Jalila Foundation for Breast Cancer Initatives and over the past 7 years we have donated in excess of 300,000 to this worthy cause. Participants receive, as part of entry, a bespoke PINK Breast Cancer Awareness Shirt, a very special finishers' medal, post run/walk refreshments and a special commemorative gift. This is an immensely popular event so registrations will close once sold out. We recommend registering as soon as possible and well before the 4th October deadline to ensure you make it to the start line. After October 4th, any remaining registration slots will be sold at a late registration price of AED200 per person. The Pink Run supports Breast Cancer Awareness and attracts over 1,500 runners and walkers. 5:30 am: Registration opens 7:00 am: Start 10km run 7:05 am: Start 5km run 7:10 am: Start Mile for a Smile
Read moreOpen Water Swim
Open Water Swimming Competition | Abu Dhabi Sailing Club Abu Dhabi Sports Council represents the Open Water Swim to be held on Saturday morning 12 October 2019 on Abu Dhabi Sailing Club. To be held on the Abu Dhabi Sailing Club, we offer a 3000m (3Km), 2 lap swim as the feature race. Join us at this wonderful Open Water Swim with your family and friends where you can participate by swimming in a range of swim distances. Competition distances are 3Km (3000 m), 1.5Km (1500m), 750m and especially for the little ones we are offering the 200m dash.
Read moreAl Ain Zoo Run
The Abu Dhabi Sports Council in collaboration with Al Ain Zoo presents the 19 October 2019 run. Starting at the main entrance, runners will enter the park and loop around to the Safari area. Continuing past the flamingo pond, through the lovely winding paths of the world desert area and on to the African habitat. After passing zebras, camels and giraffes the route zigzags past lions and chimps (who may be cheering you on) and around the big cat oasis before heading back to the main entrance. How many animals can you spot? Did you out sprint the cheetah? Join us and the Al Ain Zoo residents for a 2.5 km short lap, 5 km long lap or two long laps for the 10 km option. A unique run in one of the most beautiful areas of the UAE.
Read moreAbu Dhabi Ladies Dash
The Abu Dhabi Ladies Dash is an accessible short distance and fun race for ladies and girls (aged 13 and over) designed to promote a healthier lifestyle. It provides a fantastic opportunity for ladies in the UAE to get together with friends, family members and colleagues for an evening of fun and healthy activities.
Read moreLiwa Urban Cycling Sportive
The Liwa Urban Cycle Sportive returns on Friday 1st November 2019. The race will start and finish outside the Liwa Hotel. Riders have two distance choices - The Challenging 70Km ride through the dunes and farmlands and the intermediate 25Km ride through a looped course around the Liwa Dunes. Categories: Juniors (15-17 ), Open (18-39), Masters (40-49), Veterans (50+) Registration from 6:00am with the race starting at 7:00am. A post ride breakfast and refreshments are available at Liwa Hotel (chargeable).
Read moreCycle@TrainYas
Cycle@TrainYas is a competitive extension of the Train Yas program presented by Abu Dhabi Sports Council, Daman Insurance and Yas Marina Circuit. A long form criterium race which finishes when the first rider crosses the line having completed the contested number of laps. Times and positioning are awarded on most laps completed in the quickest time for the age groups awards.
Read moreCity Run 1
City Run: Race 1 - Abu Dhabi The City Run series returns to Abu Dhabi on Friday 8th November 2019 for a run near Marina Mall starting and finishing outside the Abu Dhabi International Marine Sports Club. Participants can choose to run 2.5km (single lap), 5km (2 laps) or 10km (4 laps). Timings: 5:45 am: Registration opens 6:45 am: Registration closes 7:00 am: Start 10 km run 7:05 am: Start 2.5 km and 5 km run
Read moreFBMA Ladies Only Run | Al Hudayriat Island
FBMA Ladies Run | Al Hudayriat Island The Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy (FBMA) presents its 6th ladies only run on Al Hudayriat Island on Friday 22nd November 2019. This run offers runners the opportunity to run either 2.5Km, 6Km, 11Km or the Half Marathon distance of 21.1 km.
Read moreADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon
Be part of the largest community sports event in Abu Dhabi and enjoy this fast course, in ideal racing conditions on the shores of the Arabian Gulf. Whether you are a seasoned marathon runner or looking to start your fitness journey, the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon has a distance for you. Race in the heart of this iconic city, cheered on by crowds from around the world and experience Abu Dhabi’s beauty, culture and heritage.
Read moreAl Wathba Cycle Race 2020
Cycling in 2020 returns to Al Wathba for a Friday afternoon into evening race.
Read moreCycle@TrainYas
Cycle@TrainYas is a competitive monthly sports activation held on the first Tuesday of the month as an extension of TrainYas
Read moreLiwa Cycling Sportive 2020
Liwa Cycling Sportive 2020 | Moreeb Dune One event not to miss on your cycling calendar is the 17 January 2020 Liwa Cycling Sportive presented by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council in the Empty Quarter.
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