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Plus500 City Half Marathon Dubai

Prepare for Plus500 City Half Marathon Dubai under the guidance of the professional coaches
Egor Mishutin
Joshua Matenjwa
Race date
November 16
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What is in the program?

The Plus500 City Half Marathon is an amazing race for many reasons:

  • First big race of the season in Dubai!

  • Beautiful location: you will run through downtown, financial center, and near the Museum of the Future surrounded by impressive skyscrapers;

  • Flawless organization: a perfectly organized event, medails, t-shirts, snacks and many more are provided;

  • Vibrant participant community: a lively and motivating atmosphere with thouthands of runners around;

  • Multiple distances to choose from: 5k, 10k, and the Half Marathon (21.1k).

Prepare for and finish The Plus500 City Half Marathon with your best possible performance and be proud of your achievement!

Our running school has a training course to prepare for this race! Join us! 🚀

Expert coaching for all levels and Structured weekly group runs

Strength & mobility support to stay injury-free

Motivation from a supportive community

Learn pacing, fueling & race strategy

Friendly vibes and serious training

Indoor running track sessions

Our training course to run the half marathon
2 to 4 sessions per week

2 to 4 sessions per week. Each session is 90 minutes long under the guidance of our professional coach. We choose the best places to run: Dubai American Academy, Kite Beach. Both places have soft running tracks, which are comfortable and safe to run.


Detailed preparation plan

You’ll follow our structured training plan with 2–4 coach-led sessions plus homework: easy runs, strength work, and recovery. Phase 1 - builds base strength and endurance. Phase 2 - focuses on speed, power, and speed endurance. Phase 3 - prepares you to peak on race day. Stick to the plan, and you’ll reach your goal—crossing the finish line with a smile!


Support from coaches and the team

We will provide you with our branded guide to tell you not only about the training process but also about dieting and recovery. Our coaches are always happy to answer any questions. And the team will support and motivate you!


About the race
Plus500 City Half Marathon
Dubai International Financial Centre

It is a beautiful course that is flat and fast, making it a great opportunity to set a personal best time.

Dubai City Half Marathon
Dubai International Financial Centre

If you're looking for a memorable and challenging race experience, the Dubai City Half Marathon is definitely worth participating in!

Schedule

Level
Coach
Location
Beginners
Intermediate
Advanced
Joshua Matenjwa
Egor Mishutin
Dubai American Academy
Intervals
Wed — 19:45
The Palm Jumeirah - Dubai
Long run
Sat — 5:30
Dubai American Academy
Tempo Run
Sun — 19:45

AED900

2 times a week
Locations
The Palm Jumeirah - Dubai
Running Track
Dubai American Academy
Outdoor Track. A 400m professional track with a high-quality surface for smooth and efficient running. Spacious and easily accessible from Sheikh Zayed Road, it's ideal for all training levels. Indoor Track. A 200m air-conditioned track for comfortable summer training. Maintained at an optimal temperature, it allows uninterrupted workouts year-round.
Plus500 City Half Marathon Dubai
Prepare for Plus500 City Half Marathon Dubai under the guidance of the professional coaches
From 2 to 4 training sessions per week
Guidance from professional coaches
Detailed training plan
Work on your running technique
Convenient places to practice
Friendly and supportive sport community
Support on the race day
Race date
November 16
Join
Now
FAQ
  • How long is one training session?

    The duration of training sessions is: Tempo and Intervals sessions — 1:30 hours Long run — 2 hours

  • What does my current level of running have to be to prepare for the race?

    The training course is for any level. There is enough time to prepare even for complete beginners

  • What happens if I miss a training session?

    One or two missed sessions is not crucial. We will send you a homework for independent training. But if you are traveling to another city where one of our branches are located at, then you can train there.

  • How will I find a group on the first workout?

    We will send you detailed instructions and a phone number of our coordinator from the Headquarters to you by email.

  • Is the payment for the race registration included in the cost?

    No, you have to buy the slot yourself through the official website.

  • I always have pain somewhere, how can I train?

    Just like any skill, running needs time to be mastered. That’s why we include specific running exercises in the course. With these exercises, you will quickly nail the running techniques and forget about injury.

  • Could I go through medical examination before the course begins?

    Yes, it is recommended to do a medical checkup before starting training and repeat these checkups at least once a year