Train Strength and Fitness Dubai: Our Top Four Picks
Dubai is packed with gyms – and finding the right one can be a total headache. They say variety is the spice of life, but when there’s too much choice? That’s just confusing.
To help cut through the noise, we’ve handpicked four standout spots to train strength and fitness Dubai.
Whether you’re into hardcore bodybuilding, slick boutique vibes, or somewhere in between – this list has you covered.
Let’s get into it.
1) Train Strength and Fitness Dubai: The Ktchn Fitness
Those looking for a fresh take on fitness will feel right at home at The Ktchn Fitness Dubai.
Originally launched in Lebanon, The Ktchn made the leap across the Persian Gulf to bring its high-energy ethos to the City of Gold – and it’s quickly becoming one of Dubai’s coolest fitness concepts.
While 24/7 open gym access is available for solo sessions, it’s the expertly led, community-driven group classes that really set this spot apart. From bodybuilding and boxfit to HIIT, Pilates, and more, every session is designed to be inclusive, challenging, and, most importantly, fun.
The vibe is immaculate, and it gets major props for leaning into our favourite workout catchphrase: let’s cook.
Location: Capital Bay by Damac, Backside Area, Shop Ra6
Opening times: 24/7 open gym access. Class schedules available on The Ktchn Fitness Dubai’s website.
Membership cost: From 75 AED for a day pass to 5,750 AED for six months of unlimited classes and access.
2) Train Strength and Fitness Dubai: Binous Gym
Owned by fitness legend and Dubai’s most exclusive personal trainer, Anis Binous, Binous Gym is the go-to spot for anyone serious about bodybuilding.
As Larry Wheels puts it, “This is the gym to visit if you’re anyone in fitness.” And he’s not wrong. Step onto the gym floor and you’ll find yourself training alongside pro bodybuilders, fitness influencers, and rising stars chasing elite physiques.
Anis has built an all-star team of personal trainers – their résumés stacked with championship wins and top-tier credentials.
The gym itself? Massive. So big it could pass for a shopping mall. Speaking of which, there’s even a full merch store inside.
The ground floor is open-plan and packed with equipment: rows of dumbbells, state-of-the-art machines, and giant overhead screens playing motivational videos. Side rooms feature punching bags, a boxing ring, and even more specialized kit.
With its unmatched atmosphere, next-level facilities, and high-performance pedigree, it’s no wonder Binous Gym is hailed as the top bodybuilding destination in Dubai.
Location: Binous Gym, 12 Al Rasaas Rd, Al Quoz Industrial Area 3 – Dubai
Opening times: 5am to 1am.
Membership cost: 12,000 AED per year.
3) Train Strength and Fitness Dubai: The Warehouse Gym
Technically a chain, but no list of Dubai’s best strength and fitness spots would be complete without The Warehouse Gym.
Its very first location launched in one of the city’s industrial areas – a literal converted warehouse, which is how it got its name.
By blending gritty, open-plan architecture with bold street art, top-tier equipment, and neon lighting, The Warehouse carved out something truly unique.
It fused the raw, spit n’ sawdust spirit of strength training with a new-wave, ultra-stylish vibe that felt authentic and ahead of the curve.
Now with 13 locations – including the slick new site at Dubai Science Park – each branch is spacious, visually striking, and packed with equipment for every training style.
Bonus points go to the dedicated ladies-only gyms in Al Khawaneej, Yas Bay, and Al Quoz.
If you’re after an all-encompassing space to train strength and fitness Dubai – and look good doing it – The Warehouse Gym has you covered.
Locations: 13 across Dubai – check The Warehouse Gym’s website to find your nearest
Opening times: Vary by location
Membership cost: 356–598 AED
4) Train Strength and Fitness Dubai: GymNation
Known as the people’s gym, GymNation burst onto the UAE’s fitness scene in 2017 with a mission to make health and fitness more affordable — and a whole lot less intimidating.
But don’t mistake lower prices for lower standards. Each GymNation location promises one thing above all else: massive, state-of-the-art training floors.
Across its six Dubai branches, you’ll find spacious layouts filled with cardio machines, free weights, resistance stations, and functional zones.
There are also combat training areas, ladies-only sections, and free group classes covering everything from spin to strength. Missed a class? Catch a virtual session on demand.
True to its innovative streak, GymNation also became the first chain in the UAE to launch an in-gym podcast studio — built in partnership with Poddster. It’s all part of a movement to redefine what a budget-friendly gym can be.
The result? Stunning facilities that feel more like modern wellness clubs than your average gym.
Locations: Six across Dubai — check GymNation’s website to find your nearest
Opening times: 24/7
Membership cost: 199–349 AED/month
READ MORE: What Exactly Is The Ktchn Fitness Dubai? We Found Out
