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Salads for children

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Family fun

  • Fun City

    Ras Al Akhdar

    No entry charges, rides cost from Dhs4-12

    Whiz Kidz Skill Development

    Al Markaziyah

    A range of activities, including drawing, painting, arithmetic training, calligraphy, public speaking and etiquette. Dhs200-600

    Kate Greenstock

    Al Khalidiyah

    Antenatal courses for women and couples in a relaxing environment by a UK National Childbirth Trust-recognised teacher. Preparation for the birth of your baby and life as a parent. Call to find out where courses start. Dhs1,800 for the full length course for new parents, and Dhs850 for the refresher course

    Jigsaw Nursery & Crèche

    Al Rowdah

    Dhs900 per month and Dhs25 per hour for crèche club. A nursery and crèche that follows a British and Australian curriculum, and offers a creative learning environment

    Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club

    Al Mushrif

    Compulsory annual membership Dhs500. Private lesson from Dhs175 per hour. Group lesson (about 10 people) Dhs50 for non-Emiratis, Dhs30 for Emiratis

    Abu Dhabi Combat Club

    Al Mushrif

    Dhs150 per month. Judo for younger children and kickboxing lessons for the over 14s

    Armed Forces Officers' Club

    Al Maqtaa

    This huge sports complex has four bowling alleys and boasts an Olympic-size swimming pool. Per game Dhs8 (non-members), Dhs6 (members), shoe hire Dhs3

    Abu Dhabi Football Academy

    Others

    Various venues, Al Ghazal Golf Club, British School Al Khubairat, Gems American Academy, Aldar Academies Pearl Primary School. Dhs35 per session. For children four
    and above

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