DAMAC Residenze sits in Dubai Marina, where residents can choose from several established fitness brands without leaving the district. The gyms near DAMAC Residenze in this guide are four operating Dubai Marina venues, Wellfit Marina, Fitness First Dubai Marina Gate, F45 Training Dubai Marina and Barry's Dubai Marina, together with two GulfALTS venues, Club 15 at Dubai Creative Park, which is operational, and the planned Ox Fitness at Dubai Fintech District. Comparing training format, facilities and opening hours shows which one fits a weekly routine.
Key Takeaways
- Four operating Dubai Marina gyms. Wellfit Marina, Fitness First Dubai Marina Gate, F45 Training Dubai Marina and Barry's Dubai Marina all operate within Dubai Marina, the district where DAMAC Residenze stands.
- Large-format club. Wellfit Marina spreads 35,000 sq ft across the 12th and 13th floors of Al Fattan Business Hub, with a strength floor and a recovery area.
- Studio variety. Fitness First Dubai Marina Gate runs four studios for boxing, spin, hot yoga and group exercise.
- Coached group training. F45 Training Dubai Marina and Barry's Dubai Marina both run instructor-led classes from Trident Grand.
- GulfALTS venues. Club 15 at Dubai Creative Park is operational, while Ox Fitness at Dubai Fintech District is planned and not yet open.
Top 6 Gyms near DAMAC Residenze
1. Club 15 at Dubai Creative Park
Club 15 operates within GulfALTS' Dubai Creative Park, a 500,000 sq ft destination in Al Quoz. Club 15 offers seven padel courts, three basketball courts and a 25 m semi-Olympic pool, along with a two-floor gym and recovery spaces with an ice bath, sauna and Jacuzzi. The venue is operational.
2. Ox Fitness at Dubai Fintech District
Ox Fitness is set to open at Dubai Fintech District as a high-end club inside GulfALTS' business park, run by a Qatari operator. It is planned as an amenity for the professionals who work in the park, and no opening date has been announced.
3. Wellfit Marina
Wellfit Marina occupies the 12th and 13th floors of Al Fattan Business Hub in Dubai Marina. The 35,000 sq ft club has a strength floor with Olympic lifting platforms and a wide range of machines, a recovery area with saunas, steam rooms and cold plunge baths, and a class timetable that includes cycling, yoga and Les Mills programmes. It opens from 5:30 AM to 11 PM on weekdays and from 7 AM to 10 PM at weekends.
4. Fitness First Dubai Marina Gate
Fitness First Dubai Marina Gate is on the podium level (P1) of Marina Gate 2. This Titanium-tier club is built around four studios, Box, Spin, Hot Yoga and Main GX, and members arriving by car can validate two hours of free parking at reception. It opens from 6 AM to 11 PM on weekdays and from 7 AM to 9 PM at weekends.
5. F45 Training Dubai Marina
F45 Training Dubai Marina runs its studio from Trident Grand Residence. Sessions are coached team workouts that rotate between cardio, resistance and hybrid formats, so members follow a set programme instead of planning their own. Classes are booked through the studio's own page.
6. Barry's Dubai Marina
Barry's Dubai Marina is on Level 1 of Trident Grand Mall, where it runs instructor-led classes in its signature Red Room. A Fuel Bar on site serves shakes and grab-and-go options. Classes run from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM Sunday to Thursday, with shorter hours on Friday and Saturday.
Choosing the Right Facility in DAMAC Residenze
Residents comparing gyms near DAMAC Residenze can decide faster by starting with the type of training they enjoy.
- Training format: Wellfit Marina and Fitness First Dubai Marina Gate suit members who want open gym access plus classes, while F45 and Barry's suit people who prefer fully coached sessions.
- Recovery: Wellfit Marina includes saunas, steam rooms and cold plunges for members who train several times a week.
- Opening hours: Wellfit Marina and Fitness First Dubai Marina Gate both open early on weekdays, which helps with training before work.
- GulfALTS venues: Club 15 is operational, while Ox Fitness is not open yet and suits people planning ahead rather than those who need a gym today.
Busy residential districts depend on amenities that people use every day. GulfALTS develops and manages commercial destinations across Dubai with dedicated wellness space, offering leasing opportunities for gym operators and commercial tenants across its portfolio.
Nadia Rahman's Take
When residents ask me which gym to join, I suggest trying the class format first. A coached session suits some people far better than an open floor, and that preference usually decides whether a membership lasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which gyms are near DAMAC Residenze?
The operating gyms near DAMAC Residenze in this guide are Wellfit Marina, Fitness First Dubai Marina Gate, F45 Training Dubai Marina and Barry's Dubai Marina.
Where is Wellfit Marina located?
Wellfit Marina occupies the 12th and 13th floors of Al Fattan Business Hub in Dubai Marina.
Where is Fitness First Dubai Marina Gate located?
Fitness First Dubai Marina Gate is on the podium level (P1) of Marina Gate 2.
Where is F45 Training Dubai Marina located?
F45 Training Dubai Marina runs its studio from Trident Grand Residence.
Are Club 15 and Ox Fitness open?
Club 15 at Dubai Creative Park is operational, with a two-floor gym and rooftop gym, three basketball courts, seven padel courts, a 25 m semi-Olympic pool, Reformer Pilates and recovery facilities. Club 15 is a sports club located within Dubai Creative Park, the 500,000 sq ft wellness and fitness destination in Al Quoz developed and operated by GulfALTS. Ox Fitness is planned as a tenant amenity at Dubai Fintech District and is not operating yet.
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