Machine selection
Reviews mention a broad setup, including four Concept2 rowers, nine power racks and two dedicated bench presses.
TRAIN strength & fitness
Zabeel
TRAIN strength & fitness is a Zabeel gym built around weight training, cardio and personal training, with a big equipment selection and an energetic atmosphere. It is worth considering for a day or weekly pass, though cleanliness, crowding, music and parking can change the experience.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
256 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Open space
One first-time visitor found the gym big and open, with high-quality machines and equipment that felt clean and well maintained.
Personal training
The motivating atmosphere and equipment appeal to members training with a personal trainer.
Sauna renewal
The sauna room was recently renewed, giving the changing-area facilities one clear recent improvement.
Helpful staff
A review praised the front desk, floor staff and cleaning staff for handling even small requests quickly.
Mall access
Being inside Dubai Mall makes it convenient to combine a workout with nearby food and other errands.
Tips for a Better Visit
Plan parking. Arrive before 9 am if possible; parking becomes tricky after 9 am, and daytime availability is also reported as poor.
Avoid peak hours. For a less congested session, avoid the reported morning and evening rush, particularly 4–8 pm.
Try a pass. Test the gym before committing: reviews report a 75 AED day pass and a weekly pass with unlimited access.
Check wet areas. Inspect the showers and changing rooms before joining, as reviews range from clean to smelly, cramped and unhygienic.
Ask membership terms. Before signing up, ask about freezing: one review says it requires six months of membership and is limited to 30 days once a year.
Bring headphones. If loud music bothers you, be aware that one member said it was too loud even for listening through personal headphones.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Dubai Mall, Zabeel expansion
Zaa'beel Second - Za'abeel, Dubai
| Mon | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
1 day pass
A single-day option is mentioned for visitors who want to try the gym without joining.
weekly pass
The reported weekly option covers seven days of training with unlimited access.
Common Concerns
Hygiene issues
Several reviews report dirty, damp or smelly showers, toilets and changing areas, including broken taps, handles and body-wash pumps.
Parking difficulty
Parking is repeatedly described as difficult, especially after 9 am and during the daytime.
Loud music
Multiple members say the music can be loud enough to overpower headphones or cause headaches.
Crowded periods
Morning and evening sessions can be congested, with one review specifically flagging 4–8 pm.
Maintenance gaps
Reviews mention old, rough machines, AC leaks and missing items such as resistance bands and Bosu balls.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
75 AED
day pass
“They offer 1 day pass for 75 AED”Google review · November 2024
AED 255
weekly pass
“The weekly pass is at AED 255 for 7 days of training with unlimited access”Google review · November 2024
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The Bottom Line
TRAIN strength & fitness in Zabeel is geared towards serious gym sessions rather than a quiet, boutique workout. Reviews describe a substantial machine floor with weights, cardio, Concept2 rowers, power racks and bench presses, plus an energetic atmosphere that suits members working with personal trainers. Day and weekly passes also make it possible to test the setup before committing.
The main trade-off is consistency. Some recent visitors found the open space clean and well maintained, while others reported dirty or smelly showers, damp changing areas, broken taps and low water pressure. The sauna room has been renewed, but the changing facilities remain a recurring concern, and another review notes there is no wet area.
Equipment feedback is similarly mixed: the selection is strong, but some machines are old, AC leaks have been reported and weights are not always returned. Timing matters. Parking is tricky after 9 am, while the gym is reported to be especially crowded in the morning and from 4–8 pm.
Loud music is another repeated complaint. A 75 AED day pass and an AED 255 seven-day weekly pass offer useful ways to judge the noise, crowding and hygiene for yourself before taking on the relatively pricey membership.