Sign up now to take part in the 25th edition of the Wadi Bih Run, with 30km, 50km and 72km solo runs, plus the 72km relay run and the 50km family relay race featuring mountain views along the Omani coastline. The trails feature a number of different terrains and views, but expect steep bends, cliffs and spectacular views of Musandam. February 3-4, Golden Tulip Hotel, Dibba, Oman, register by January 12 at www.premieronline.com
Plan to take the family to the new martial arts classes, where you can learn karate and kickboxing from professional MMA fighter and former karate gold medalist Rafat Shawe. Kids ages 5 to 12 can learn karate in different classes based on age groups while adults' kickboxing classes improve strength, fitness and flexibility while burning up to 600 calories in a session. Starting January 16 for kids' karate, 5pm on Mondays and Thursdays, Dh1,680; January 21 for adults' kickboxing, 4pm on Saturdays, Dh65 per session; Dh720 for a package of 12 classes, James & Alex Dance Studios, Dubai Media City, Dubai, 04 447 0773, info@jamesandalex.com
Stretch, bend and breathe your way into the day with a free yoga class at The Beach. The classes are open to yogis of all levels, just bring a mat, towel and water and come about 30 minutes early to secure your spot as it's first come, first served. Friday and Saturday, 7am, South Lawn near the kids' play area, The Beach, JBR, Dubai, www.thebeach.ae
Challenge yourself to complete 17 classes at Bodytree Studio this month with the Lean in 17 package, which includes yoga, Pilates mat, Xtend Barre and dance classes. If you finish the challenge, you will get 17 per cent off your next package and be entered to win prizes. Runs all this month, Dh900 for the Lean in 17 package, Bodytree Studio, Abu Dhabi, 02 443 4448, www.bodytreestudio.com
Register to participate in TriYas, a day-to-night triathlon open to both first-time triathletes and veterans. Swim in Yas Marina, transition in the Grand Prix pits and cycle and run various distances for the KidsTri, Sprint and Olympic categories as an individual participant or as a team. February 17, from Dh375 for an individual Sprint entry, Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, www.yasmarinacircuit.com
