Martial arts
World-class training is available for MMA, BJJ, Muay Thai and boxing.
Al Quoz
Team Nogueira Dubai in Al Quoz combines a full weight-training gym with coached martial arts sessions. Reviews highlight Muay Thai and BJJ in particular, alongside clean facilities, supportive instructors and a welcoming atmosphere for beginners, experienced athletes and children.
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World-class training is available for MMA, BJJ, Muay Thai and boxing.
The gym has a functional training area and a wide variety of machines.
Members describe coaches as knowledgeable, supportive and attentive to individual technique.
Reviews specifically mention spotless changing rooms, clean washrooms and well-maintained training spaces.
Special ladies sessions include a BJJ class that one member particularly enjoys.
Parents praise supportive judo coaches and competitions that keep children motivated.
The upstairs bar serves healthy meals, snacks and sports nutrition after training.
Long-term members describe a family environment with approachable people and positive energy.
Book trials. Arrange a free trial one or two days ahead rather than relying on a walk-in.
Visit mornings. Choose the morning if you prefer a quieter workout; evenings were reported as busier.
Bring clothing. For no-gi BJJ, wear long sleeves and tights rather than shorts and a T-shirt.
Rent gloves. Trying boxing? Gloves can be rented at the gym if you do not have your own.
Plan parking. Allow extra time to sort out parking, as one review specifically noted its absence.
Plan the visit
| Mon | 5:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 5:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 5:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 5:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 5:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
One review says parking is the main facility feature missing.
A reviewer disliked having to book a free trial one or two days in advance.
One prospective member waited 10 to 15 minutes to complete a membership registration.
The gym can be packed during peak hours, according to one member.
The Bottom Line
Team Nogueira Dubai in Al Quoz is a large training facility where you can combine martial arts with conventional gym work. Reviews mention Muay Thai, BJJ, boxing and MMA, while the weight area has a broad selection of machines and a separate functional-training zone. The coaching is a major draw.
Members describe instructors who correct form, adapt sessions to different levels and help beginners build confidence. There are also ladies classes, children’s judo sessions and competitions, so it is not limited to experienced fighters. Long-term members repeatedly mention the approachable, family-like atmosphere.
The facility is generally described as clean and well organised, with lockers, clean washrooms and changing rooms. An upstairs food bar serves healthy meals, snacks and sports nutrition, and one drop-in visitor appreciated being able to use the gym before a BJJ gi class. Plan your first visit carefully: parking may be difficult, evenings can be busy, and one reviewer found the trial-booking process inconvenient.
If you are attending no-gi BJJ, check the clothing requirement first; a review specifies long sleeves and tights rather than shorts and a T-shirt. Boxing gloves can be rented on site.