Technogym equipment
The gym uses well-maintained Technogym cardio and Pure Strength machines, with plenty of equipment for self-training.
The Aviation Club
Al Garhoud
The Aviation Club is a fitness and sports club in Al Garhoud, with a well-equipped Technogym gym, tennis courts and group classes. Reviews also highlight its pool and recovery facilities, including the sauna, steam rooms, cold plunge and jacuzzi.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
297 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Group coaching
Group classes are described as challenging and enjoyable, with coaches who push participants in a supportive way.
Recovery area
The wet area includes a sauna, steam rooms, cold plunge, hot tub and jacuzzi, giving workouts a substantial unwind option.
Court choice
Customers mention many tennis courts, two squash courts and well-kept changing rooms and showers.
Pool temperature
One review specifically praised the pool for staying around 27–28°C rather than becoming uncomfortably warm.
Large parking
The club has been noted for having plenty of parking, useful for gym and sports visits in Al Garhoud.
Workout extras
Reviews mention complimentary towels, unlimited water and toiletries such as combs, toothbrushes and blades.
Tips for a Better Visit
Book tennis. Book tennis courts ahead: one review says allocation is first come, first served.
Avoid evenings. If you prefer a quieter gym, consider avoiding evenings, when one regular found it busy and noisy.
Check lighting. For a night tennis booking, ask about court lighting, especially if you are assigned court 9.
Try Plumeria. After training, look for the healthy smoothies and juices at Plumeria, or try the peanut butter smoothie mentioned by another customer.
Confirm contact. Check the current contact channel before visiting: one recent reviewer said the website was no longer working.
Plan the visit
Practical details
68RR+V9W The Creekside Hotel
Al Garhoud, Dubai
| 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 | 5:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 5:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Pilates classes
Pilates is one of the studio-class options specifically praised in the reviews.
Quinoa salad
The cafe’s quinoa salad received a direct recommendation from a customer looking for a lighter meal.
Common Concerns
Studio wear
The group-class studio and some equipment feel slightly outdated compared with the rest of the gym.
Evening noise
The gym can get busy and noisy in the evenings, particularly when some users drop weights.
Cafe range
The cafe has good food according to reviews, but one customer found the choice limited and wanted a better catch-up area.
Indoor cats
One review reported seeing cats inside the gym or changing room, which may matter to visitors with sensitivities.
Court lighting
A review reported a faulty, flickering light and glare from the parking building on tennis court 9 at night.
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The Bottom Line
The Aviation Club in Al Garhoud suits people who want a proper workout with sports and recovery facilities in the same place. You can train on Technogym and Pure Strength equipment, join group fitness or Pilates classes, swim, or book one of the tennis courts. There are also two squash courts for racquet-sports regulars.
The recovery side is a real draw. Reviews mention a large sauna, steam rooms, cold plunge, hot tub, jacuzzi and a pool kept at roughly 27–28°C. Changing rooms and lockers are generally described as clean and well maintained, while towels, water and some toiletries are available.
Parking is another practical plus, with one review calling it huge. Food is more of a supporting act than the main event. The cafe has limited but good options, including a praised quinoa salad, while Plumeria is mentioned for healthy smoothies and juices.
You may also want to try the peanut butter smoothie. For tennis, book ahead because one reviewer described the courts as first come, first served. The gym gets busy and noisy in the evenings, and the group-class studio is less fresh than the main gym.
If you are playing at night, ask about court lighting; a review reported problems on court 9.