Quality courts
Reviewers describe three courts with high-quality floors and walls, plus modern equipment.
The Flying Daf Squash Academy
Umm Suqeim
The Flying Daf Squash Academy in Umm Suqeim is a coaching-focused squash club for beginners through advanced players. You can book private or group sessions, join junior activities, and play on well-regarded courts while building technique and fitness.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
119 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Beginner friendly
First-timers say coaches patiently explain technique and help them play with confidence within the first session.
Junior options
Children’s after-school lessons, group sessions and camps have helped young players make noticeable progress.
Flexible training
Reviews mention both group sessions and one-to-one lessons, making it easier to choose between social play and focused coaching.
Strong coaching
Customers consistently describe the coaching as professional, attentive and useful for technique, footwork and court positioning.
Social atmosphere
Friendly group matches, tournaments and regular play help newcomers meet other players and find a squash community.
Accessible locations
Customers mention convenient locations, including sessions at Jumeirah Beach Hotel and Mina Salaam.
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm booking. Get the court booking confirmed before travelling; one customer waited three days and had several bookings missing.
Recheck timing. Reconfirm the coach and session shortly before arrival, given a report of a trainer not showing and unanswered calls.
Arrive early. Plan to arrive 10–15 minutes early to warm up, as stated in a booking confirmation shared by a reviewer.
Bring suitable shoes. Wear white-soled or non-marking squash shoes if you have them; the booking guidance also says a racket can be provided.
Check cancellation. Read the cancellation terms before booking; the shared confirmation specified a 12-hour notice period.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Jumeirah Beach Hotel - Jumeira St
Umm Suqeim Third - Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
clinics
Clinics are among the academy activities mentioned by customers.
workshops
Workshops are mentioned as a way to access special training opportunities.
2 days ladies tournament
A two-day ladies tournament provided a fun, competitive squash event for participants.
Common Concerns
Booking delays
Some customers waited days for a court booking or could not get a response through WhatsApp.
Missed sessions
One reviewer arrived early but waited 40 minutes without the trainer appearing and then could not reach the academy.
Organisation issues
Reviews report last-minute changes and a possible double-booking of a court for coaches and clients.
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The Bottom Line
The Flying Daf Squash Academy in Umm Suqeim is geared towards learning and playing rather than simply hiring a court. Reviews mention private one-to-one lessons, group sessions, after-school classes for children, clinics and workshops. Beginners have described being guided through basic technique and finishing their first hour able to play with confidence, while more experienced players use the coaching to improve footwork, stamina and court positioning.
The courts are a notable draw: one reviewer specifically mentions three courts with high-quality floor surfaces and walls, while others describe modern equipment and facilities at several convenient locations. The academy also has a social side, with group matches, tournaments and kids’ camps giving regular players ways to meet others. Families may appreciate reports of children enjoying their lessons and making progress within a few months.
Booking is the main caution. Some reviewers report delayed replies, unbooked courts, last-minute changes and, in one case, a trainer missing a scheduled lesson. Confirm the court and coach before travelling, especially if you booked well in advance.
For a first session, the shared booking guidance says to arrive 10–15 minutes early, wear non-marking shoes and check the cancellation policy. No customer review provides a clear service price.