Olympic Rink
The Olympic-sized rink suits intermediate and advanced skaters, while beginners can use small penguin supports.
Oud Metha
Al Nasr Leisureland is a long-running sports complex in Oud Metha where ice skating and bowling are the main draws. Its Olympic-sized rink, beginner supports and large event hall make it useful for a low-cost outing, practice session or community programme—provided you check what is operating that day.
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The Olympic-sized rink suits intermediate and advanced skaters, while beginners can use small penguin supports.
Children who are new to skating can use penguin supports, making the large rink less intimidating.
Ice skating and bowling are reported as much cheaper than comparable mall activities.
Bowling staff have helped first-timers learn and even extended one group’s session.
The hall can comfortably accommodate more than 3,000 people, making it suitable for large gatherings.
The complex is within walking distance of Green Line Oud Metha station.
Call Ahead. Call before travelling to confirm that the ice rink is open and not reserved for maintenance or athlete practice.
Bring Gloves. Bring your own gloves for ice skating; one visitor specifically noted they were not included.
Go Early. Beginners should consider the 10am–12pm session, which one review found quieter than later slots.
Check Groupon. Compare Groupon vouchers before paying at the counter; reviewers found them notably cheaper for skating and bowling.
Plan Parking. Nearby paid RTA parking is available, while inside parking may be reserved for VIPs during events.
Pack Snacks. Bring snacks in advance if needed, as one family found the available food costly or preferred to carry their own.
Plan the visit
The swimming pool is mentioned as another family and fitness option at the complex.
Summer camps are available at the location, making it relevant to families during school holidays.
The venue’s very big stage is used for cultural and association programmes.
Tennis is an established activity, with one reviewer reporting a membership held for five years.
Several reviews describe the buildings, floors, bathrooms and surrounding areas as old or poorly maintained.
The ice rink may close for maintenance or athlete practice, so availability is not always predictable.
The bowling area has been reported as uncomfortably hot when the air conditioning was not working properly.
Busy periods can mean waiting around 45 minutes or more, with crowding making the hall less comfortable.
Some visitors found the skating shoes smelly or insufficiently cleaned, alongside wider cleanliness concerns.
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
ice skating for adults
“Came here for ice skate, they charge about 30 aed for adults, ice skate shoes included”Google review · March 2026
an hour of bowling
“It's a fantastic spot for groups! We paid 120 AED for an hour of bowling, and it was worth every dirham”Google review · December 2024
trainer
“good value for money and if you are new, you might want to request a trainer(for extra 80Aed) or learn like all others by holding the railing”Google review · July 2021
The Bottom Line
Al Nasr Leisureland is an old-school sports complex in Oud Metha, best known for its Olympic-sized ice rink and bowling alley. Families can spend time skating, bowling or using the swimming pool, while the large hall also hosts community programmes and celebrations. The mix is broad enough for a group with different interests, and the pricing is often the main attraction.
Skating gets particularly strong value comments: one review reported about 30 AED for adults with skate shoes included, while another mentioned 40 AED for a two-hour session. Beginners should not assume training is included, though; the rink has penguin supports for children, and a trainer was reported as an extra 80 AED. Bowling is also inexpensive, with one group paying 120 AED for an hour.
The trade-off is the condition of the venue. Reviews repeatedly describe dated buildings, worn bowling equipment, dirty or smelly skating shoes and a need for renovation. The bowling area has also been hot when the AC struggled, especially with crowds, and waits of 45 minutes or more have been reported.
Call before visiting because the rink can close for maintenance, athlete practice or private events. Early skating sessions may be quieter. The complex is walkable from Green Line Oud Metha station, with nearby paid RTA parking.