Dubai’s scorching summer has most of us locked up indoors. Well, not anymore! Beat the heat, let down your hair and play like a kid over again. Wondering what we’re talking about? Ski Dubai is set to host the second edition of DXB Snow Run on 17 September. Besides, the region’s first ever snow valley ball tournament is also happening in Ski Dubai this October. Fitness enthusiasts, are you listening? Read on to know more.
The DXB Snow Run Is Open For Everyone Over 16 Years
Ski Dubai has opened registrations for the second edition of DXB Snow Run. The event is organized by the Dubai Sports Council and Majid Al Futtaim, and is set to take place on 17 September. During the event, you can see Ski Dubai’s slopes transform into a -4°C racing track, permitting men and women to run down the icy slope. Participants must be over 16 years of age. Besides, this year the event will also have a 5km category in addition to the original 3km run.
Participants can register on www.dubaisc.ae or the PremierOnline website.
UAE’s First Snow Volleyball Tournament Is Coming To Ski Dubai This October
In addition, the region’s first snow volleyball tournament is also set to take place in Ski Dubai this October. The event is organized by Esperia Volleyball Academy in co-operation with Dubai Sports Council and Ski Dubai. Sports lovers can now register for training sessions. So gather your gang, put on your sports shoes and start serving! Read on for more details.
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Register For Training Sessions On August 31, and September 1 & 3
Middle East’s first ever snow volley ball tournament is set to happen in Ski Dubai. All you need to do is gather your squad, book your court and start serving in the snow. Each session is played under the supervision of an expert coach from Esperia Volleyball Academy who will provide tips and tricks to master the game.
What Is Included?
Guests will be entitled to play in the Snow Volley court for a duration of 45 minutes to 1 hour, for every booking. A minimum of 4 to a maximum of 6 players will be permitted in each game. Guests under two years of age aren’t permitted into Ski Dubai.
How Can I Book The Court?
The court is available for booking from 31 August to 1 September and on 3 September. Booking for each court will cost you AED 149. Below is the schedule:
31 August and 1 September
Slot 1: 7:30 am to 8:30 am
Slot 2: 8:30 am to 9:30 am
3 September
Slot 1: 7:00 am to 8:00 am
Slot 2: 8:00 am to 9:00 am
Ski Dubai Named ‘World’s Best Indoor Ski Resort’ In 2020
The World Ski Awards are the most prestigious awards programme in the ski tourism industry and cover a wide variety of categories including the best resorts, hotels and ski industry companies from around the globe. Ski Dubai was nominated amongst eight internationally- recognised indoor ski resorts across Egypt, Germany, China, Spain, Scotland, New Zealand and Netherlands. The resort received the highest number of votes and was announced the winner.
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Ski Dubai was launched in 2005 in the Middle East. Ever since then, it has been one of the region’s most iconic attractions in the region and has welcomed more than 11 million tourists.
Over the last 15 years, Ski Dubai new innovations have been included in the park. This includes a family-friendly snow park, and a penguin encounter. The state-of-the-art facility has also established itself as a hub for international competitions. Ski Dubai has hosted numerous prestigious events such as UAE National Ski and Snowboard Championships, The World Cup and Para Snowboard World Cup.