Spacious layout
The high ceilings, large training floor and separate stretching space make the gym feel less cramped than many busy fitness clubs.
AB FITNESS
Dubai Maritime City
AB Fitness is a large gym in Dubai Maritime City with room for strength training, calisthenics, running and group classes. Reviews also highlight its outdoor pool, yoga and cycling sessions, plus a café where post-workout meals and acai bowls are available.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
635 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Training variety
Reviews mention equipment and room for calisthenics, CrossFit, bodybuilding, athletics, running and strength workouts.
Water facilities
The outdoor pool is a standout feature, with one review describing it as Olympic-size and overlooking the Dubai Port.
Sea views
The training floor has natural light and views of the Marina, yachts and port, giving the space a more open feel.
Easy parking
Several reviews describe the parking as spacious, covered or directly by the entrance, which is useful for drivers.
Café option
The newer second-floor café received praise for its relaxing setting, chicken breast meal and acai bowl.
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose timing. For a quieter workout, try before 5pm or around 9pm; reviews describe evenings as busier.
Check equipment. Before committing, inspect the machines and confirm the sauna is operating, as recent reviews report equipment outages.
Confirm classes. Reconfirm a booked class close to departure; one kickboxing visitor was notified only after arriving.
Clarify terms. Get membership price, freeze period and refund terms in writing before paying, especially if staff quote a limited-time offer.
Use parking. Drivers can look for the covered parking in the adjoining building or the convenient self-parking by the entrance.
Plan the visit
Practical details
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| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Yoga
Yoga reviews describe guided sessions focused on flexibility, breathing and relaxation, including private classes.
Cycling class
Cycling classes are described as energetic and challenging, with clear instruction from the coach.
Common Concerns
Maintenance gaps
Recent reviews report that several machines were not working, with one visitor also finding the sauna out of service.
Cleanliness concern
A returning visitor reported an unpleasant smell and poorly maintained ladies’ bathroom and changing rooms.
Class cancellations
A kickboxing class was cancelled after the visitor had arrived, despite travelling more than 30 minutes and confirming attendance shortly beforehand.
Crowded evenings
One member found the gym crowded at times, although they suggested late evening or before 5pm as quieter alternatives.
Membership uncertainty
Reviews raise concerns about sharply increased fees, changing offers, refund requests and unclear communication about the gym’s future.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 2250
annual membership including 14 months access and 60 days freeze
“I was explicitly offered an annual membership for AED 2250, including 14 months access and 60 days freeze,”Google review · January 2026
2000 AED per hour
studio room upstairs
“When I simply using studio up and she responded that using the studio room upstairs would cost 2000 AED per hour”Google review · December 2025
2000 AED per hour
day pass for a photographer
“Her response was that a “day pass for a photographer costs 2000 AED per hour,” which clearly shows they are more focused on money than providing proper service”Google review · December 2025
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The Bottom Line
AB Fitness is a sizeable gym in Dubai Maritime City, built around a broad training floor rather than a small boutique setup. Reviews describe plenty of equipment for bodybuilding, strength work, calisthenics, CrossFit and running, with enough open space for stretching. The natural light, high ceilings and Marina, yacht and port views are a big part of the appeal.
There is more than the main gym floor. Visitors mention an outdoor pool, sauna, running track, dance studio and group classes including yoga and cycling. The café is another useful stop: a recent visitor enjoyed the chicken breast meal, while another liked the acai bowl and the help with choosing healthier food.
Parking is repeatedly described as easy and spacious, including covered spaces in the adjoining building. The experience is not entirely consistent. Recent complaints include broken machines, an out-of-service sauna, an unpleasant smell and neglected ladies’ changing facilities.
A kickboxing class was cancelled only after one visitor arrived, and some members describe crowded periods, staff turnover and difficult membership or refund discussions. Before joining, check current equipment and facility conditions, confirm class bookings, and get any membership offer, freeze period and refund policy in writing. For a calmer session, reviews suggest before 5pm or around 9pm.