LISTING OF ONGOING ACTIVITIES:

Art & Design Classes

Basketball

Living in JVT, Talal is an ex professional basketball player, and would like to start a group to play basketball games at the open outdoor courts at JVT. Interested? Contact: tallooz5@hotmail.com

Book Club

Currently, the book club is no longer active. We had a great run in 2013 – 2014 and you can read about some of the books we read in ‘Stories from the Village‘. If someone wishes to restart a book reading club, do inform me ! (updated Dec2015)

Boot Camp

Lovely Lucinda will put you through the paces with boot camp on Sunday, Tuesday or Thursday mornings 8:30am in JVT.Contact her on +971 58 206 3966 for location and more info.

Cycling

Some 900 kilometres of cycle paths all across Dubai. The nearest to us is the Al Qudra cycle path now available to access behind Arabian Ranches 2. Read all about it in the Gulf News article from 30 June 2013. Recent article from the National on 8 Aug 2015 tells more.
Cycle Safe Dubai holds regular gatherings on Friday mornings at 6:30 am (winter) or 6:00 am (summer) for rides of 35k, 45k, 65k, 85k or 100k. Meet at the 2nd round-about on Al Qudra Road, toward Bab Al Shams, about a 15/20 minute drive from JVT. Find out more on: www.cyclesafedubai.comEvery Wednesday from 6pm until 9pm the Dubai Autodrome opens for Cycling, Jogging, and Roller Blading

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Dance classes

Belly Dancing

Ladies and teenagers are welcome to join Belly Dance workout sessions with Mahi at her home in District 8F. It’s a chance to learn belly dance for fun; to bring back your stamina and femininity while no doubt helping you get fit and lose excess weight. She’ll even come to your home for a group of friends. Contact: 0506560797 or mahi@pharsfilm.com

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Friendly Football matches

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Football Classes

Elite Football Academy offers young players the opportunity to train at state of the art facilities with the most highly respected coaches in Dubai. The sessions provide each player a platform to develop their skills, understanding and confidence whilst enjoying the energetic, fun approach of the coaching team. The sessions focus on educating the players technically and tactically whilst also ensuring they understand the importance of leadership, team cohesion and sportsmanship.Session time: Tuesday 5.30-6.30pm at Sunmarke School (for all ages)Key Dates:

• 15^th December – Winter camps start
• 5^th January – Term 2 football sessions start
• 16^th February – Half term camps start
• 29^th March – Spring camps start
• 12^th April – Term 3 football sessions start
• 5^th July – Summer camps start

Visit their website for more information. Phone: +971 4 554 5916

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Karate

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Moms & Tots

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Pilates at JVT

Since Jan 2017, the lovely Sarah and friends are teaching pilates and yoga classes in her backyard studio. Whatsapp or call 056 774 6422 for the schedule

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Zeina Kabbara is a freelance certified SCOTT Pilates and Total Barre instructor offering classes in the comfort of yourhome in JLT/ Marina/ Jumeira Park/ Jumeira Islands/ Emirates Hills/ JVT/ JVC/ Springs/ Meadows/ Lakes. For more info and bookings please contact : +971 55 4295656

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Swim classes for kids and adults

Swimming with Elite is great fun and has many health benefits as well as educating swimmers in water safety and working towards becoming successful athletes. With this in mind they have developed a fun filled program that follows the British ASA (Amateur Swimming Association) framework. They also draw on our highly qualified coaches with innovative ideas to help your child become the best swimmer they can possibly be.Session times: Sessions run throughout the week and weekends at Sunmarke School (for all ages and ability levels including children and adult only sessions) / Contact us today to book your FREE swimming assessment.Key Dates:

• 15^th December – Winter camps start
• 5^th January – Term 2 swimming sessions start
• 16^th February – Half term camps start
• 29^th March – Spring camps start
• 12^th April – Term 3 swimming sessions start
• 5^th July – Summer camps start

Check out their website for more information. Phone: +971 4 554 5916

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High Performance Swimming Club is offering a range of children’s classes and adult swim at Sunmarke school. There are beginner, intermediate, stroke improvement, pre-squad and squad training for children and adult recreational swim, stroke correction and swim fit class.Click to view the schedule of classes for Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday options as well as fees and term dates.On-line Registration is quick and simple to do! For new joiners, they always provide a free assessment.Check out their website to learn more about their programs and their coaches.
HPSC Office: 050 – 1754747 Email: info@hpsc-dubai.com

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Tennis

Archibald Sports Academy offers tennis classes to kids and adults within JVT community. Their mission is to promote sport and to build a huge sports family.If you have never played tennis before, they have a pathway for that. If you are already a tennis player who needs to get connected with a group, they can help with that.If you are looking to improve your game, compete, or just get a good workout on the court, they have options for that too. They are here to help you find out why tennis is such an amazing sport.With a ‘quality first’ approach they are setting new standards in sports training. Excellent preparation, coaching experience, fun environment, and proven teaching methods allow them to conduct classes at the highest level.

Their team is composed of highly qualified specialists.Lessons take place daily. To find out more or schedule your first lesson please contact +971 58 261 7444 or visit their website START PLAYING TENNIS TODAY!

Looking for a tennis buddy: Click here !

COURT LOCATIONS:

• Court 1 District 5
• Court 2 District 8
• Court 3 District center strip WEST
• Court 4 District center strip EAST
• Court 5 District 9

COURT BOOKINGS:

Active Sports have the mandate from Nakheel to manage the tennis court booking system. You must register via their Online Court Booking system. The rules are:-Court bookings up to max 7 days in advance only
-One reservation only, you can book again as soon as reservation time is over
-One bookings account per household only
-Residents may only book Sports Courts within the community in which they reside.To be able to book the Sports Courts you need to create an account:

1. Click HERE to register an account with the online booking system
2. Please allow a few days for the system to clarify that the applicant is a community resident.
3. You will then be notified that your account is active and ready to take bookings.

For booking Football fields or Cricket Grounds, tournaments or events, please contact Active Sports with your requests: bookings@ActiveUAE.com

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Winter Walkers

JVT Winter Walkers – Get together every Wednesday evening meeting out front of Sunmarke school at 7.30pm. Come along for a chat and make new friends !!!

Yoga

Since Jan 2017, the lovely Sarah and friends are teaching pilates and yoga classes in her backyard studio. Whatsapp or call 056 774 6422 for the schedule.

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Two yoga teachers living in JVT also offer group and private classes. They are trained and experience, and have first aid and reps certification to work in Dubai. For ladies, couples, kids and mum-to-be!For more info call Preety 055 221 6345 or Beatrix 055 629 0508

Zumba classes

Contact AbiZumba at: 055 60 86 987 to sign up. Held several days a week morning or afternoon in JVT District 4H near Limitless

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