October 26
Cycle 4 Health
Participate in stationary cycling classes held outside Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi hospital as part of the Cleveland Clinic Cycle 4 Health event. Enjoy a view of the Arabian Gulf during the 45-minute classes, which are suitable for all fitness levels. Participants will receive a complimentary MyZone heart-rate monitor band to receive real-time workout statistics while cycling. Healthy snacks and beverages will also be available. The free classes start at 5pm. Cleveland Clinic, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi, register at www.premieronline.com
October 28
Beach Run RAK
Take part in the inaugural Beach Run RAK, a family event suitable for all ages and abilities. Children and adults can enter 1.5-kilometre, 3.6km and 7.2km categories and enjoy the festival village after the run. The event promotes participation over competition and all entrants will receive a finisher's medal. Similar events will be held in Abu Dhabi in November and Dubai in February. The event starts at 3pm and registration costs Dh139 for adults until today, after which it costs Dh159, the price for children is Dh99. Under 5s participate for free. The Cove Rotana, Ras Al Khaimah, register at www.beachrun.ae
October 29
Abu Dhabi Swimming Festival
Register for the Abu Dhabi Swimming Festival, which promotes the sport as a fun and engaging way to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The event consists of seven races in categories for children and adults, such as a fun family challenge for a parent and child, the Abu Dhabi Mile for ages 16 and older, an adult relay and junior splash dash for ages 8-9, 10-11 and 12-14. The event starts at 7am and registration costs from Dh100 for adults, free for children under 14. Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi, register by October 22 at www.swimabudhabi.com
November 4
Electric Run Dubai
Sign up for the Electric Run Recharged and take part in the "World's Brightest 5K Night Run". The celebration of music and light features new themed wonderlands along the 5km course at a new venue and with new technology for a fun and interactive fitness event. The Electric Run will be held from 6pm to 11pm and tickets cost from Dh200. Zabeel Park, Dubai, www.electricrun.ae
November 4-5
Sun & Sand Sports Fitness Fest
"The Body Coach" Joe Wicks headlines this year's Sun &Sand Sports Fitness Fest, which features challenges, competitions, fitness celebrities, elite athletes, healthy cooking shows, kids' activities, games and demonstrations. It also includes Dubai's first Healthy Living Show, which focuses on four sectors: beauty and anti-ageing, nutrition and supplements, health, and organic and natural products. The festival runs from 9am to 7pm and tickets cost Dh40. Skydive Dubai, Al Sufouh, Dubai, www.fitfest.ae
November 11
Walk 2016
Register for Walk 2016, the annual diabetes awareness walkathon hosted by the UAE's Imperial College London Diabetes Centre with the support of Mubadala's network of healthcare facilities, Healthpoint and Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. There will be a variety of sports activities and entertainment for all ages. Gates open at 2pm and the walk begins at 5pm. There is a Dh10 registration fee, which is waived for children under 16. Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, www.icldc.ae/event/walk-2016