Dubai Running Tours

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Dubai Fitness Challenge

Dubai Running Tours

Join us for city sightseeing fun runs together with the ASICS Frontrunners team this Dubai Fitness Challenge. Choose from three different routes with varying difficulty levels around the city. Two are scheduled, guided runs for up to five participants. One run is a self-guided, app-based run available anytime. Share your story on social media by tagging @arabianadventures and @asicsme using the hashtags #AAxASICS and #Dubai30x30.

Choose from three runs available daily:

  • A 3km fun run around the Dubai Creek area (via a self-guided app)
  • A 5km scheduled scenic run around Downtown Dubai
  • A 10km scheduled beach run in Jumeirah

We have all of the capacity, social distancing and hygiene requirements in place. Scroll down to read our Terms and Conditions.

Availability: Daily, 30th October to 28th November 2020.

Important: Your registration for the scheduled runs (5km and 10km) will be confirmed via email, your reservation is not confirmed without an email confirmation.

If you can’t join any of the scheduled runs or are just getting started on your fitness journey, choose to do the exciting 3km ‘treasure hunt’ style quest in the Dubai Creek area by joining our self-guided run on the Questo app for Android in the Play Store or for Apple in the Apple Store.

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Key points

  • Sign up for a guided 5km or 10km sightseeing run in various locations
  • The moderate 5km scenic run takes place around the Burj Lake in Downtown Dubai
  • The advanced 10km beach run takes you along Kite Beach with views of the Burj al Arab
  • For beginners or those looking to exercise on their own, a 3km self-guided, app-based run in the Dubai Creek area is also available
  • Live runs will be guided by a member of the ASICS Frontrunners team
  • All runs feature stops along the way with fun facts about the Dubai and the landmarks you pass
  • Join us for a month of fun and don’t forget to share your experience on social media!
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  • Creekside Run - 3km

    Creekside Run - 3km

    Complete the exciting 3km ‘treasure hunt’ style quest in the Dubai Creek area by joining our self-guided run on the Questo app for Android in the Play Store or for Apple in the Apple Store.

    Start in the traditional walkways of Al Seef and follow the clues in the Questo app to make your way towards the Al Fahidi Marine Transport Station. The app will share interesting facts and fun clues as it guides you back to the Al Seef area.

    Follow the clues, learn fun facts about the city, complete your run and share your experience on social media by tagging @arabianadventures and using the hashtags #AAxASICS and #Dubai30x30.

    Creekside Run

    Fitness level: Low

    Guided by: Questo City Games and Tours app in partnership with Arabian Adventures

    Starting point: UMT & RTA Marine Transport Office, Al Seef (GPS: 25.256861, 55.312327)

    Closest metro: Al Fahidi

    Underground parking is available in Al Seef.

    Map of Creekside Run
  • Downtown Run - 5km

    Downtown Run - 5km

    Complete a loop around the Burj Lake in the shadow of the Burj Khalifa. The route takes you past the ‘Instagram-able’ Wings of Mexico statue, Dubai Opera, the Armani Hotel and the Address Boulevard.

    Learn fun facts about the city, complete your run and share your experience on social media by tagging @arabianadventures and using the hashtags #AAxASICS and #Dubai30x30.

    Fitness level: Medium

    Guided by: Arabian Adventures / ASICS Frontrunners

    Meeting point: Palace Downtown (GPS: 25.193388, 55.276315)

    Closest metro: The Dubai Mall

    Underground parking is available at Souk Al Bahar

    Downtown Run
    Map of Downtown Dubai Run
  • Beach Run - 10km

    Beach Run - 10km

    Challenge yourself to a 10km run along the Jumeirah Beach running track – and back! Starting on the Public Beach Running Track starting point at Sunset Beach, close to the Umm Suqeim Park, follow an ASICS Frontrunner past Kite Beach, the Jumeirah Fishing Harbour and Nessnass Beach, up to the halfway point at Sunset Mall. Complete the 10km loop by returning to Sunset Beach.

    Learn fun facts about the city, complete your run and share your experience on social media by tagging @arabianadventures and using the hashtags #AAxASICS and #Dubai30x30.

    Fitness level: High

    Guided by: Arabian Adventures / ASICS Frontrunners

    Meeting point: Public Beach Running Track - Start, Sunset Beach (GPS: 25.147416, 55.194297)

    Paid parking is available at the running track starting point.

    Beach Run
    Map of Beach Run

ASICS Frontrunner Schedule

Date Day Location Distance Time
31-Oct Saturday Downtown Dubai 5km 6:00am
01-Nov Sunday Kite Beach Jumeirah 10km 6:00am
02-Nov Monday Downtown Dubai 5km 6:00pm
03-Nov Tuesday Kite Beach Dubai 10km 6:00pm
04-Nov Wednesday Downtown Dubai 5km 6:00pm
05-Nov Thursday Downtown Dubai 5km 6:00am
06-Nov Friday Kite Beach Jumeirah 10km 6:00am
07-Nov Saturday Downtown Dubai 5km 6:00am
08-Nov Sunday Kite Beach Jumeirah 10km 6:00am
09-Nov Monday Downtown Dubai 5km 6:00pm
10-Nov Tuesday Kite beach Jumeirah 10km 6:00pm
11-Nov Wednesday Downtown Dubai 5km 6:00pm
12-Nov Thursday Downtown Dubai 5km 6:00am
13-Nov Friday Kite Beach Jumeirah 10km 6:00am
14-Nov Saturday Downtown Dubai 5km 6:00am
15-Nov Sunday Kite Beach Jumeirah 10km 6:00am
16-Nov Monday Downtown Dubai 5km 6:00pm
17-Nov Tuesday Kite Beach Jumeirah 10km 6:00pm
18-Nov Wednesday Downtown Dubai 5km 6:00pm
19-Nov Thursday Downtown Dubai 5km 6:00am
20-Nov Friday Kite Beach Jumeirah 10km 6:00am
21-Nov Saturday Downtown Dubai 5km 6:00am
22-Nov Sunday Kite Beach Jumeirah 10km 6:00am
23-Nov Monday Downtown Dubai 5km 6:00pm
24-Nov Tuesday Kite Beach Jumeirah 10km 6:00pm
25-Nov Wednesday Downtown Dubai 5km 6:00pm
26-Nov Thursday Downtown Dubai 5km 6:00am
27-Nov Friday Kite Beach Jumeirah 10km 6:00am
28-Nov Saturday Downtown Dubai 5km 6:00am
29-Nov Sunday Kite Beach Jumeirah 10km 6:00am

 

Health and hygiene terms and conditions

    By registering for one of the runs, you agree to the terms and conditions below and our general terms and conditions. Our staff, the ASICS Frontrunners and any other participants agree to the same.

  • Maintain social distancing of 2m at all times
  • Undergo temperature screening before start of the activity. Anyone with temperature equal or more than 37.5˚C will not be allowed to enter the activity
  • Seniors with underlying medical conditions and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, heart diseases, pulmonary and other illnesses that compromise their immunity are encouraged to stay at home
  • Wearing face mask is compulsory at all times and while engaged in a light or moderate intensity activity, but can be lowered/removed while engaged in strenuous and vigorous intensity running
  • Towels are not provided, participants must bring their own towels
  • It is discouraged to share items such as food, beverage or equipment, which is difficult to clean and sanitise
  • Group training is permitted with a maximum capacity of 5 members per group
  • Strictly no gathering after the activity

Customer acknowledgement and indemnity

Thank you for joining our Activity, the city sightseeing run. By signing up to this Activity, you agree to the terms and conditions below:

I declare that I am participating in the Activity being fully aware of the health/age restrictions set out above and the potential risks and hazards involved in the Activity. I agree to adhere strictly to all safety instructions and recommendations issued by any personnel conducting the Activity. I accept that, although Arabian Adventures and/or its suppliers have undertaken equipment and safety checks for the Activity, it is impossible for Arabian Adventures to guarantee my safety.

I nevertheless accept and assume all risks and dangers associated with the Activity which I understand may include personal injury, death and property loss or damage. I hereby waive and release any and all claims for personal injury, death, property loss or damage and any other losses or damages arising from or in connection with the Activities, including as a result of any negligence, whether caused or contributed to by Arabian Adventures or otherwise. I agree to indemnify Arabian Adventures for any negligent, reckless or intentional damage I may cause, including to Arabian Adventures’, or its suppliers’, property and equipment.