Etizan enhances our fitness offering with 58,000 sqm of expansive facilities including one of the largest mixed gyms in Abu Dhabi, as well as sports and training programmers for all levels of participants from amateur to professional. Host to one of the largest annual sporting events the Zayed Sports Tournament, Etizan aims to foster a sense of community for health-focused people pursuing balanced wellness and seeking to fulfil their own potential. Membership to Etizan Fitness is open to residents and guests on a daily, monthly or annual basis.
Originally built for military training purposes, Our 3500 sqm gym is dedicated to mixed and female-only fitness. In one self-contained facility, our recreation and sports areas boast an array of indoor and outdoor equipment for people of all ages and fitness levels. We welcome those seeking physical fitness, the exhilaration of competition, or pure enjoyment and leisure, catering equally to fitness professionals and those seeking a fun family day out. The expansive facility features the latest equipment, and dedicated training studios. Members can enroll, book classes and manage their schedules through a dedicated wellness app.
Young talent is nurtured through a wide range of coached sporting academy experiences designed to develop skills, drive confidence and help children excel at gymnastics, swimming or football.
At Etizan Fitness, we aim to foster a sense of community for individuals and families who want to prioritize health and wellness and fulfil personal potential. Home to one of the largest mixed and female-only dedicated gyms in Abu Dhabi, we also offer an expansive range of sports and training programs catering to all fitness levels.
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Recreational Facilities
Team Members
Sports Academies
A hub for the sports stars of the future.
Our football academy nurtures young up-and-coming talent by providing a professional coaching platform designed to develop and support those keen to compete at national, regional and international level.
Term 1, Start date: 4th January 2024 to 25th July 2024
When: Every Tuesday & Thursday
Timings: 5:30pm to 7:00pm
Age: 4-18 Years old
Prices: AED 180 weekly / AED 648 monthly
Uniform: AED 300, one-time payment
Location: Astro Turf #4
Join our welcoming community of Etizan Fitness members and enjoy exclusive access to a world of exceptional facilities and services all under one roof. From next-generation TechnoGym fitness equipment and results driven group classes taught by industry-leading professionals, to post-workout relaxation and social experiences, your membership includes everything you need to make fitness and wellbeing part of your life.
Work out with purpose at our 3500-sqm gym. The largest in Abu Dhabi, and featuring mixed and female-only facilities, our next-generation TechnoGym equipment covers every fitness need. Get into your training zone with our cardio and resistance, or rowing and running machines; check in to an energizing group class; or swim lengths in the Olympic-size swimming pool.
3500-sqm mixed gym facility
Dedicated female-only gym
Workout studios, padel tennis and squash courts
Full calendar of group classes
Indoor eight-lane Olympic-sized swimming pool (with female-only sessions)
Access to the MyWellness app
Our highly experienced and UAE REPs-qualified personal trainers are ready to welcome you to Etizan Fitness. We work one-on-one with you to develop and deliver a tailor-made fitness program, whether you are looking to achieve personal goals or competing at the highest level in your chosen sport.
Hometown: Shire, Ethiopia
Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Sports Science. Pro Card holder and 2026 Overall Bodybuilding Champion with a proven track record of physique transformation and athletic development.
Experience: Performance Coach and Personal Trainer with 14+ years of experience.
Specialties: Certified in Strength & Conditioning, body building, CrossFit, Group Exercise, Aerobics, Weight Loss Management, Muay Thai, and Taekwondo Black Belt (Dan). Skilled in sports-specific training, Nutrition, combat sports preparation, and lifestyle coaching for clients ranging from beginners to competitive athletes.
Fun Fact: Used to be 100meters and 200 meters champion in Ethiopia.
HOMETOWN: Kerala, India
QUALIFICATIONS: Certified Personal Trainer (Level 3)
EXPERIENCE: Personal Trainer: 5 years, Group Instructor: 2 years
SPECIALTIES: Nutrition, Bodybuilding, Rehabilitation, Strength and Conditioning
HOMETOWN: Peshawar, Pakistan
QUALIFICATIONS: Certified Personal Trainer Level 3, Certificate in Nutrition
EXPERIENCE: Personal Trainer 9 years, Group Instructor 9 years
SPECIALTIES: Mobility, Nutrition, Strength & Conditioning, Weight Loss, Rehab
FUN FACT: Like to play Cricket
Hometown: Knysna, South Africa
Qualifications: Advanced Certificate in Fitness and Sport Conditioning; Higher Certificate in Fitness.
Experience: With over six years of experience coaching high-performance clients and athletes of all levels, delivering personalized training programs that enhance performance, strength, and overall fitness.
Specialties: Technique development, strategic coaching, performance optimization, and personalized athletics training.
Fun Fact: Former semi-professional rugby player.
HOMETOWN: Pretoria, South Africa
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree of Health Sciences in Human Movement Studies (Sports Science)
REPS Level 3 International Personal Trainer Certified
EXPERIENCE: 10 years as a Personal Trainer
SPECIALTIES: Strength and Conditioning, Functional Training, Muscular Endurance Training, Injury Rehabilitation, Weight Loss Management, Sports Specific Training, Shaping and Toning
HOMETOWN: Sousse, Tunisia
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Sports and Physical Education, Certified Personal Trainer Level 3,
First Aid Certified, Les Mills Body Pump Certification
EXPERIENCE: Personal Trainer: more than 4 years, Group Class Instructor more than 2 years
SPECIALTIES: Pilates, Functional Fitness, Boxing & Kickboxing, Weight Loss, Toning & Strength Training, Group Classes and Boot Camp workout, Injury Rehabilitation
HOMETOWN: Sagay City Negros Occidental, Philippines
QUALIFICATIONS: Certified Personal Trainer Level 2 and 3, Certified Zumba instructor basic 1, 2 and pro skills
EXPERIENCE: Personal Trainer: 12 years as a Personal Trainer and Group Class instructor
SPECIALTIES: Functional Training, Muscle conditioning, Strength training, Core Strength, Weight loss and Fat Loss, Zumba and other dance, Marathon preparation Training
Hometown: Meknes, Morocco
Qualifications: Certified Level 3 Personal Trainer and Group Exercise Instructor; Black Belt in Taekwondo; Boxing and Kickboxing coach, Certified Muay Thai, Karate and competitive athlete.
Experience: Over 18 years of experience in personal training, performance development, nutrition planning, and lifestyle coaching.
Specialties: Strength training, weight loss, body transformation, kickboxing, CrossFit, Reformer Pilates, athletic performance, Zumba and group fitness classes for all ages.
Fun Fact: Used to play for Al Ain Football Team in the UAE.
Hometown: Cali, Colombia
Qualifications: Sports Science Degree, Master’s degree in Training Methodology for High-Performance Sport. High-performance Olympic weightlifting coach for junior and youth categories.
Experience: Over 10 years of experience as a fitness coach, university lecturer, researcher, and strength and conditioning specialist.
Specialties: Olympic weightlifting, strength development, basketball and swimming conditioning, weight loss and functional training, mobility, flexibility, Tabata, and bootcamp.
Fun Fact: Former sports journalist for the Colombian Olympic Committee’s Olympic Magazine.
HOMETOWN: Molodechno, Belarus
QUALIFICATIONS: Certified Personal Trainer Level 2 Reps, Swimming ASCA, Pilates Course, Course of Remedial Fitness
EXPERIENCE: Personal Trainer 5 years, Group Instructor 16 years
SPECIALITIES: Strength Training, Weight Loss, Functional Training, Flexibility, Swimming
FUN FACT: Participation in swimming competitions & sport gymnastics
HOMETOWN: Punjab, India
QUALIFICATIONS: Certified Swimming Coach Level 1 (American Red Cross)
EXPERIENCE: 13 years
SPECIALTIES: Basic Swimming Skills, Fitness Improvement, Stroke Improvement and Development
Hometown: Cairo, Egypt
Qualifications: Certified Swimming Instructor; Advanced Swimming Coach certified by the Egyptian Swimming Federation; experienced competition referee.
Experience: With over 10 years of professional swimming experience, specialize in teaching and coaching high performance swimmers.
Specialties: Beginner to advanced swimming, competitive coaching for advance swimmers, water safety, and progressive training for children and adults.
Fun Fact: Enjoys practicing karate.
HOMETOWN: Molodechno, Belarus
QUALIFICATIONS: Certified Personal Trainer Level 2 Reps, Swimming ASCA, Pilates Course, Course of Remedial Fitness
EXPERIENCE: Personal Trainer 5 years, Group Instructor 16 years
SPECIALITIES: Strength Training, Weight Loss, Functional Training, Flexibility, Swimming
FUN FACT: Participation in swimming competitions & sport gymnastics
Hometown: Alexandria, Egypt
Qualifications: Certified Swimming Coach and experienced swimming competition referee.
Experience: Swimming coach for all skill levels, experienced referee for swimming competitions, strong knowledge of swimming techniques and water safety.
Specialties: Beginner to advanced swim lessons, age-appropriate swimming instruction for children and adults, stroke technique improvement, progressive training programs. One on one and group swimming sessions for all age group.
Hometown: Madrid, Spain
Qualifications: Certified MBA Padel Coach, and MBA Padel Coach Plus.
Experience: Eleven years of playing experience and six years of professional coaching.
Specialties: Padel technique, tactics, strategy, and personalized training for beginners and competitive players.
Fun Fact: Played professional basketball at the age of 18.
Hometown: France
Qualifications: Certified National Padel Coach - UPP (Unión Profesional de Pádel).
Experience: Over six years of coaching experience, supported by a strong competitive tennis background.
Specialties: Technique, positioning, volleys, transitions, game strategy, and personalised coaching for adults and children of all levels.
Fun Fact: Former national-level tennis player ranked in the second series.
HOMETOWN: Sudan
QUALIFICATIONS CAF Coaching License – Confederation of African Football. UAE Football Association Coaching License – Course D – United Arab Emirates Football Association. Former Sudan National Team Player with extensive international playing experience.
EXPERIENCE Former Sudan National Team player who progressed through all national age categories (Youth, U-20, Olympic, and Senior Team). Professional football coach with over 3 years of academy coaching experience in the UAE, specializing in youth development, plus 4 years of private and individualized football training focused on performance enhancement and structured player development.
SPECIALTIES Youth Football Development (U-12 & U-16), Technical & Tactical Training, Individual Player Development, Performance Enhancement, and Structured Long-Term Athlete Development Programs.
Hometown: Cape Town, South Africa
Qualifications: Certified Personal Trainer; Certified football coach, rugby, athletics, and group classes.
Experience: Seven years of professional coaching experience, including gym-based transformation program.
Specialties: Bodybuilding, fat loss, muscle development, strength & conditioning, body composition, and football performance for adults and children.
Fun Fact: Former football player and a five-time Western Province track and field title holder.