A lot of people will get confused with the word ‘boutique’ in the context of physical exercise. Let us explain. 

Boutique Gyms are also popularly described as Specialized Fitness Studios or Speciality Gym. The setup is more confined and also intimate to practice a specific type of workout using a specified methodology. It works with or serves a smaller group of people or a community who follow that particular workout style and use personalized fitness tools only. 

Unlike traditional gyms, the fitness programs formulated and workout sessions planned are highly personalized. You will not find a range of fitness equipment but a curated collection of only those that align with the specialized fitness program followed in that specific Boutique Gym. For example, Pilates Studio or Yoga Studio. Remember it: the fitness tools and equipment here are not diverse but of premium quality. 

In Boutique Gyms or Studios, the instructors are exceptionally qualified and trained in that specific fitness training style or program. Only experts are hired in that specific fitness domain. All the members who come to a Boutique Gym have almost the same kind of fitness goals. 

Last but not least, Boutique Gyms in Dubai or anywhere are very posh. The interior is attractive with premium facilities like Towel Service and fashionable changing rooms. These are exclusive gyms with limited members allowed in each class, so expect to pay higher prices! 

Having explained about this Boutique Gym, we will now disclose some of our top choices for disciplining your body and mind.

1. The Warehouse Gym, Al Barsha Ladies Branch

The parent or original gym branch is at Al Quoz, which is quite popular for its street art and 24/7 access. But, we would like to start our blog today with the ‘ladies first’ choice with its females-only branch at Al Barsha. 

The Al Barsha Ladies Warehouse Gym is their newest branch at the Grove Mall in Al Barsha, where there is a dedicated gym only for females. It is one of the best ladies' gyms in Dubai. The Al Quoz Warehouse Ladies is a sub-section of the greater gym area (unlike the full-scale females-only standalone Al Barsha gym) in an industrial setting. This gym can also be considered by women but it has a more raw training vibe. 

The Al Barsha gym branch has Cardio Zone, Reformer Pilates area, Functional Training area and more. Certified and highly qualified Personal Trainers are available for more specialized and result-oriented fitness sessions. 

Ps. The original Al Quoz location has greater facilities and amenities with round-the-clock access. But do not feel deprived, as your membership can get you access to any of its branches as and when you wish. Opt for this female-only gym, and once in a while you can switch to other branches for certain requirements. Talk to your gym authorities about it. 

The females-only branch of Warehouse Gym is known for its specialization in Dedicated Reformer Pilates. Very few other branches excel in this specific workout program. CrossFit Spaces here are also mentionworthy. 

The Type of Gym: Boutique, Female-only Gym.

Salient Feature

• Private changing rooms with Infrared Saunas and Ice Bath.
• Olympic Lifting and Free Weights are available.
• There are different types of classes conducted under expert supervision, like Strength, Cardio, Mobility, and Holistic (a judicious combo of all as per one’s necessity).
• The class duration is typically 45-50 minutes, held as per different schedules.
• High-end fitness equipment and machinery are in use, including a lifting rig.
• The female-only fitness community here is appealing.
• Free on-site parking facility.
• From Monday to Friday the gym is open from 5.30 am to 11 pm. On weekends, it operates from 7 am to 10 pm. 

You Must Know

• The membership here can get you access to other branches of the gym.
• There is a healthy Juice Bar inside the gym. An eatery is also available. Plus, the gym is inside a popular mall.
• 24/7 Access is unavailable at the Al Barsha Ladies Warehouse branch. For it, you can go to the Al Quoz Warehouse Ladies industrial gym (a section of the mixed-use gym space).
• The variation of classes and selection of facilities are also greater in the Al Quoz Warehouse Gym.
• The female-only gym is perfect for women who are not very comfortable working out on the same floor where men do.
• Choose this branch for a full-fledged boutique style of fitness experience exclusively for women. 

What is the Expected Cost? The membership for ladies starts from AED 430 per month, whereby the members can access 12 other branches of the gyms (including the ones in Abu Dhabi) as a privilege facility of the membership. 

Locations: The Warehouse Gym has a minimum of 7 different locations in Dubai itself besides their original one at Al Quoz. 

1. Al Barsha Ladies Warehouse Gym (the one we discussed here).
2. DIFC Warehouse Gym has Black Box space for group classes.
3. Jumeirah Park Warehouse Gym has good Recovery programs. 
4. IBN Battuta Warehouse Gym is also a popular branch. 
5. Business Bay Warehouse Gym has ladies-only and mixed spaces. 
6. Dubai Science Park Warehouse Gym is the largest branch (50k sqft).
7. Al Khawaneej Warehouse Gym conducts low-intensity Kid’s special sessions.

2. Oxygen Dubai 

Many online sites are claiming that Oxygen Dubai is the world’s biggest gym. We do not know how far it is true, but the Dubai branch is one of the biggest gyms in the world for sure! The Oxygen Gym franchise has some serious reputation in the fitness world. It is a fitness brand in itself. 

The Dubai branch has opened newly in December 2024. The gym spans over 100,000 square feet and multiple floors. Each floor or section is dedicated to different specialized training programs. The internet is also flooded with the information that it cost $30 million to build.

Extremely spacious, contemporary-styled, futuristic, and massive, the facility marks a one-of-a-kind premium fitness destination with a sheer variety of cutting-edge fitness machines. 

The Type of Gym: High-end Luxury Men-only Gym. 

Salient Feature

• The gym flaunts over 1000 high-end fitness machines and tools from renowned brands like Atlantis.
• The gym features various dedicated training sections for building chest, shoulder, back, and leg muscles.
• There is an entire section or space allocated only for using dumbbells, containing beginner-friendly low weights to extreme ones.
• The gym has both outdoor and indoor functional training areas with specialized equipment like CrossFit Rigs.
• There is a different zone meant for cardio exercises exclusively.
• Premium amenities include Cold Plunge Pool, Jacuzzi, and Sauna-n-Steam Room accessible only by members.
• There are Pool lockers with private, spacious, and high-end changing rooms. 

You Must Know

• No women are allowed in this fitness facility.
• Indoor and Outdoor swimming pools are accessible by premium members only.
• There is a Mosque on-site inside the gym facility.
• No music is played inside the gym to maintain a sincere and focused atmosphere within its premises. You can bring headphones if music is very important for your fitness regimes, but you cannot play it loud.
• There is one Cafeteria inside the establishment.
• The security is hi-tech and also hi-tight here. Facial recognition sensors will detect your face, and if it feels ok, then you are permissible inside the gym. 

What is the Expected Cost? It is one of the best gyms in the world in Dubai, and it does cost a lot. AED 158 is the cost of a day pass only (approximate estimation). There are multiple Membership Packages available, like 

• The 3-month Package costs AED 2,604 all-inclusive
• The 6-month Package cost AED 4,725 all-inclusive 
• The 12-month Package cost AED 9,219 all-inclusive. 

Locations: The Oxygen Dubai is at Al-khawaneej. It has no other branch in Dubai. 

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3) AB Fitness Gym

AB Fitness Gym overlooks the Mina Rashid Marina and is situated at Maritime City Port Rashid in Dubai. It offers personalized training programs and also group classes, but this is not a Boutique gym. 

Their fitness classes include primarily Strength, Cardio, Boxing, and Mobility Classes. All levels of fitness enthusiasts can come to this gym without having to puncture their pocket. Their membership cost is remarkably modest compared to other modern gyms with the cutting-edge facilities they offer. It is one of the most affordable gyms in Dubai, UAE. 

A team of qualified and experienced personal trainers is available for more result-oriented personalized fitness sessions. The gym features a good collection of state-of-the-art fitness equipment. 

The Type of Gym: Affordable Gym. 

Salient Feature 

• Keiser Sport Equipment in a separate Performance Training area.
• Technogym Equipment and Normatec Recovery Equipment.
• Fitness Assessment Room>
• Indoor Training Turf measuring 300+ square meters.
• 124-meter International Sprint Track Lane.
• There is one Indoor Cycling or Spin Studio containing 32 Bikes.
• There are 2 Conference Rooms inside the gym.

You Must Know 

• Group classes are available for Yoga, Pilates, Cycling, Barbell, Spinning, Strength, Zumba, Core, Boxing, Muay Thai, etc., under different instructors on a weekly basis.
• Several MMA Global Series events have been scheduled here.
• Corporate Club Membership packages are available with an annual subscription plan.
• There are separate indoor Saunas, Lockers, Changing Rooms and Shower Facilities for males and females.
• The facility has an indoor Sports Nutrition-based Cafeteria.
• The gym has a 25 meter swimming pool featuring 2 lanes. 

What is the Expected Cost? AB Fitness Gym has 3 different membership packages– 3 Months; 6 Months; and 1 Year. For a 3-month membership, it is originally priced at AED 1,560, but there is a discount of around 15%. So, you need to pay only AED 764. Similarly, with discounts, you need to pay AED 1,260 for a 6-month membership package and AED 1,575 for 1 Year membership package. We told you it is one of the most affordable gyms in Dubai. 

Locations: AB Fitness gym is located only at Dubai Maritime City in Port Rashid, Dubai. Presently, it has no other branch in Dubai. 

4) GymNation

GymNation is one of the best gyms in Dubai that is also highly pocket-friendly. This is the perfect budget-friendly fitness destination for beginners and also seasonal fitness experts. The extensive fitness facilities and a broad range of different fitness classes here are worth appreciating. 

In the UAE, GymNation has been in operation since 2017 with firm determination to make gym membership more accessible and affordable to the maximum number of people possible across the Middle East. 

70% of the gym equipment does not use electricity. Latest generation tools by MATRIX are in use and cover an extensive range of Free Weights, Strength Machines, and Cardio Machines. 

The gym conducts multiple types of fitness classes, including BLITZ, HYROX, Les Mills workouts, Bollynation, Yoga, Zumba, Jumpnation etc. 

The Type of Gym: Affordable and high-value gym. 

Salient Feature 

• The gym conducts 400+ Free Fitness Group and Virtual Classes every month on Zumba, Yoga, Les Mills, and Spinning.
• The gym is accessible 24 hours a day (anyday) with no specific closing or opening time maintained.
• Across its various branches, the total number of members the gym boasts of is 150,000+ members.
• Except for the GymNation Motor City branch, all other branches in Dubai include a Ladies-only Gym section with a comprehensive range of gym facilities, accessible via the Ladies Changing Room. Free Weights, Strength Training tools, and Spec Cardio equipment are available. Also, the section has Female-only Personal Trainers. The ladies-only changing rooms feature Vanity Counters.
• They have a HYROX Performance Center containing HYROX Race standard equipment. Members can opt for any of the 4 types of HYCROX-centric Training Classes.
• It conducts multiple types of Les Mills, Yoga and Pilates in group classes. 

You Must Know 

• GymNation is one of the most popular gyms on Google as well, with over 90k 5-STAR GOOGLE reviews!
• Corporate Gym Membership is available whereby your employees can access fully covered or discounted premium gym facilities, group classes, and wellness programs in any of its 36 locations across the UAE, BHR, and KSA.
• GymNation is the Official Fitness Partner of the Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby 7’s. Also, it has been the Official Gym Partner of the Dubai Marathon 2023! It proves that the gym has the confidence of the heavyweights.
• Their Recovery Programs are soon to launch.
• Gymnation Signature membership is available for coach-led personalized HYROX Training and HIIT Class BLITZ. 

What is the Expected Cost? GymNation is popular as one of the best gyms in Dubai UAE that keeps on formulating special offers for lowering the fitness expenses. Their starting membership cost is AED 99 per month. 

Locations: Gymnation has 36 branches across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain. In Dubai itself, it has 6 branches operating in:

1. ETA Star Building, in Al Quoz.
2. M Squared Building in Bur Dubai.
3. South Heights Tower, Downtown Dubai. 
4. Al Mizhar 1 in Mirdiff.
5. Control Tower in Motor City.
6. Souq Extra Mall in Dubai Silicon Oasis. 

That Felt Great,

Being a fitness enthusiast myself who feels like a small boy in a candy shop while sweating in the best gyms in Dubai, it felt really great sharing the details with my readers. Hopefully, the detailed information regarding our team’s suggestion on 4 best gyms in Dubai (also I agree personally) will help you make an informed decision! 

We will soon come up with our other informative blogs. Till then, Stay Fit and Stay Hydrated!