Fitness challenges in Dubai are getting a surprising frost-covered upgrade in this heat. On June 28, 2026, Ski Dubai will host a HYROX-inspired training event that will swap gym floors for packed snow and sub-zero temperatures. This session brings together HYROX training, endurance fitness, functional fitness workouts and snow running. It is designed for athletes looking to test strength, stamina and teamwork in one of Dubai’s most unexpected (and cold) training environments.
Powered by Athlete Fitness in collaboration with Ski Dubai and Dubai Sports Council, the event combines signature HYROX-style movements with the added challenge of running and training at -4°C. Participants will tackle a series of workout stations inside Ski Dubai’s indoor snow park, creating a training experience rarely seen in the region.
Snow, sweat and HYROX make Dubai’s coldest workout till date
It’s time to leave behind the air-conditioned gym floors. This session will take place entirely on snow and we love it.
Designed as a partner-based challenge, participants will move through a sequence of endurance and functional fitness stations while navigating Ski Dubai’s snow-covered terrain. The partner format encourages teamwork, pacing and physical resilience, with athletes completing exercises side by side throughout the session.
The workout includes:
- Snow running
- SkiErg stations
- Rowing stations
- Walking lunges
- Wall balls
- Farmer’s carries
- Burpees
- Air squats
The snowy surface changes movements that we are used to. Running requires greater effort, balance becomes a factor during loaded carries and bodyweight exercises feel all the more challenging in freezing conditions. This event is for experienced HYROX competitors and fitness enthusiasts seeking a fresh training challenge.
Open to men and women aged 18 to 65, the venue might cater more to skiing and snowboarding, but would work perfectly for endurance training.
Key Information
- Date: June 28, 2026
- Timings: 6AM, 7AM, 8AM, 9AM (Pick your slot)
- Location: Ski Dubai, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai
- Eligibility: Men and women aged 18–65
- Price: From AED 157 per person
- Bring along: Training apparel suitable for cold conditions and running shoes with good grip.
- To ensure your spot, register here.
Note: The event is inspired by HYROX race formats, and is not part of the official HYROX race calendar.
