10 Wellness Spots in Dubai

While many of us have likely set New Year's resolutions, it's also important to focus on wellness. If you're considering a break from bars, dining out, and clubs, you're in luck.

This emirate boasts a range of wellness spots, from luxurious spas to peaceful yoga retreats.

What are the benefits of wellness activities?

Enhanced Physical Fitness

Regular exercise strengthens muscles, enhances cardiovascular health, and boosts overall fitness.

Activities like consistent physical activity, proper nutrition, and adequate sleep fortify the immune system, making you more resistant to illnesses.

Stress Reduction

Practices like meditation, yoga, and spending time in nature help lower stress and encourage relaxation.

Incorporating regular physical activity and stress-reduction techniques can lead to better sleep quality and duration.

Longevity

A steady wellness routine promotes a longer, healthier life by maintaining both physical and mental well-being.

Engaging in wellness activities elevates your overall quality of life, making daily tasks more enjoyable and less burdensome.

From sound healing to ice baths, each venue offers a chance to unwind and disconnect without feeling overwhelmed by daily stressors.

Dubai's wellness scene is diverse, accommodating various tastes and needs, whether your focus is relaxation, fitness, or holistic health.

The 10 wellness spots in Dubai

1. BEIT SISU (Opening August 15, 2024)

At BEIT SISU, sessions occur in private suites, allowing clients to concentrate on their well-being without distractions—unless they decide to bring a friend.

Rooms come with a TV (Netflix and Prime Video), Bluetooth speakers, a shower, and Aesop amenities. BEIT SISU's infrared saunas utilize advanced light therapy to produce heat from within, leading to a deeper detoxification process.

This dry sauna therapy supports mental health, enhances sleep, and strengthens the immune system.

The studio offers contrast therapy, combining cold plunge baths, infrared saunas, and red light therapy towers.

Benefits include burning over 600 calories in a 60-minute session, boosting collagen production, reducing inflammation, improving cardiovascular health, and enhancing focus, motivation, and mood.

Located in Arjaan by Rotana.

2. AEON

Situated at the new Atlantis The Royal, this clinic offers science-backed treatments.

Customers can choose from options like the Aquagold Facial, Morpheus8, Dermal Fillers, Botox, Profhilo, Mesotherapy, Stem Cell Facials, and PRP.

The clinic also features FaceArt by Dr. Jaffer Khan, a custom-designed treatment through a detailed consultation using both dermal fillers and Botox.

This treatment restores volume in the under-eyes, cheeks, lips, chin, and jawline.

It also minimizes wrinkles and restricts the overactivity of certain facial muscles for a lifting effect. Book your session for an overall skin wellness experience.

3. Blended Wellness

This multi-wellness destination is dedicated to health, fitness, and beauty experiences.

For those focusing on fitness goals, this professional space offers personal training sessions and group classes, including yoga.

Guests can partake in full moon yoga sessions priced at Dhs199 per session, featuring Yin Yoga and Crystal Singing Bowl Meditation.

Located in the luxurious surroundings of The Dukes, The Palm Jumeirah, Blended Fit is open daily from 6 am to 10 pm.

4. Contrast

Dubai's premier wellness spot, Contrast, opened last year with a uniquely curated sauna and ice studio.

This stunning location features both infrared and traditional saunas, ice baths, and IV drips. It's the perfect retreat for muscle recovery, reducing inflammation, and improving general well-being.

The full-spectrum infrared sauna suites are state-of-the-art, with 32-inch Smart TVs for streaming Netflix or enjoying an audio experience via Spotify during your 45-minute session.

Contrast also offers immersive ice baths that improve circulation, reduce inflammation, aid muscle recovery, and strengthen mental resilience—a complementary experience to the sauna.

Sessions are priced at Dhs155 for a 45-minute infrared sauna, Dhs185 for contrast therapy, and Dhs95 for a 30-minute ice bath. Located on Golden Mile 6, Palm Jumeirah.

5. Matcha Club: Padel & Movement

For a community-focused experience, Dubai's Matcha Club provides a space to relax, reset, and recharge. With six courts, visitors can enjoy friendly competitions followed by a meal at the venue's French-Japanese restaurant, Nette.

Standard 90-minute games cost Dhs300 for four players on one court. After a padel match or yoga session in the nearby studio, Nette's delectable new sandwiches are perfect for refueling.

Options include The Crumbed Chicken Wanpaku, The Egg Wanpaku Sandwich, and The Turkey Ham Wanpaku Sandwich, with an innovative à la carte menu.

The all-new Grab & Go menu caters to those short on time and is available at the boutique padel club Matcha in Al Quoz.

6. Paus; Wellness + Community

Located in the heart of Jumeirah, this studio makes wellness a part of everyday life, offering a unique experience. For a fresh take on workouts, guests can try a hip-hop yoga class.

Typically starting with gentle stretching and breathing exercises, the instructor guides students through yoga poses set to hip-hop music. Who said finding zen needs to be boring?

Classes, with creative twists to match the rhythm, are open to all at Villa 1202, Al Reef Villas, Al Wasl Road, Umm Suqeim 2, daily from 7 am to 10 pm, with prices starting at Dhs95 per session.

7. Posture

If you're a Pilates enthusiast, this calming studio offers effective sessions.

This exclusive boutique Pilates studio provides a mind, body, and soul experience with Reformer Pilates, Cadillac, mat Pilates, and more for all levels.

Classes are designed to tone, lengthen, and emphasize the importance of a strong core and great posture. Led by qualified instructors, the studio features a calm, relaxing, and inclusive environment.

Private sessions are priced at Dhs450, valid for one week from purchase, with membership packages at Dhs1,300 for 10 classes as a monthly recurring package.

Located in Golden Mile, Building 4, Palm Jumeirah, open from Monday to Thursday, 6:30 am to 8:30 pm, Friday 6:30 am to 2:30 pm, Saturday 8 am to 12 pm, and Sunday 9 am to 12 pm.

8. Samadhi Wellness

For an aesthetically pleasing yet calming space, visit this must-see wellness studio. Offering a variety of classes like Warm Power Yoga, Candlelit Yin, Sunrise Flow, and Warm Vinyasa Flow, guests will feel at ease upon entering.

With attention to detail, the space uses natural textures, stones, and woods to create a sacred atmosphere.

Open daily from 7 am to 9:45 pm, this newly launched studio guarantees an unforgettable experience with its zen interiors.

Located in Jumeirah, 491b, it offers diverse yoga classes, including Warm Vinyasa Yoga and Power Yoga, with prices starting at Dhs67 for a trial class and Dhs120 for a single session, plus affordable monthly packages.

9. Barry’s

The original high-intensity interval workout, Barry's, tones muscles and maximizes fat loss by combining running with weights.

This internationally acclaimed workout includes 50% cardio and 50% strength training, led by top instructors with curated playlists in its famous Red Room.

Located in DIFC, Dubai Marina, and Dubai Al Jadaaf Lift Police Club, sessions are priced at Dhs125 for a single class and Dhs285 for three classes. Experts report participants can burn between 700 to 1,000 calories per session.

10. Crank

For those seeking a high-energy workout, spinning at Crank offers an adrenaline-pumping experience with motivating music. Each class is led by highly trained professionals who share their expertise.

This boutique also features a smoothie station for a complete experience.

With a strong community of fitness enthusiasts, Crank is ideal for a midweek session or weekend energy boost, with the first trial session priced at Dhs80.

Located in Unit 43, Alserkal Avenue, it's open from Sunday to Thursday 6:30 am to 10 pm, Friday 8 am to 3 pm, and Saturday 8 am to 10 pm.

Source: emirateswoman

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