JA Sports & Shooting Club in Jebel Ali, Dubai, a world-class sporting destination being created through a significant investment of more than AED 300 million, will be opening later this year with construction already underway on the landmark new development.
Set to open in phases from the end of this summer, the expansive, multi-sport complex will feature international-standard football and cricket facilities, a cutting-edge indoor shooting range, and integrated cycling and jogging track facilities that connect seamlessly with the nearby JA Lake View Hotel, JA Beach Hotel, and JA Palm Tree Court.
Purpose-built to serve both elite athletes and active leisure seekers, the facility is set to become a leading hub for professional training, competition, and community engagement, significantly enhancing Dubai’s position as a global sports destination.
Importantly, with major new developments underway across Palm Jebel Ali and Dubai South, JA Sports & Shooting Club is ideally positioned to serve the growing residential and visitor communities in the area. It is expected to become a vibrant hub for sport, wellbeing, and recreation that adds lasting value to the region’s evolving landscape.
Mr Tariq Baker, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Dutco, the owning company, said: “This landmark facility represents our vision to not only boost the sporting infrastructure of Dubai and the wider region, but also to contribute meaningfully to the UAE’s hospitality sector.
“By integrating this project with JA Lake View Hotel, JA Beach Hotel, and JA Palm Tree Court, we’re creating a destination that supports elite performance, promotes healthy living, and attracts visitors from around the world.
“Crucially, the development also aligns perfectly with the strategic visions set out by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum – Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai – in the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033 to make Dubai one of the world’s most wellbeing-focused cities. We are proud to play our part in realising this ambition.”
Commenting on the development, Stuart Gibb, Group General Manager, JA Sports, added: “We’re excited about the progress on a major new development at JA Sports & Shooting Club. This project represents a significant investment of more than AED 300 million and will include international-standard football and cricket facilities, an indoor shooting range, and integrated cycling and jogging track facilities. Once completed, it’s set to elevate the Club as one of Dubai’s premier sports destinations.”
Professional-grade football and cricket facilities
At the heart of the development will be six floodlit, international-size football pitches, designed to meet the needs of professional teams each with its own goal keeping and skills training areas, as well as dedicated home and away training bases. Two of the pitches will feature 500-seat stands.
Players will benefit from dedicated changing rooms and access to an exclusive 800 sqm turf farm, ensuring year-round, high-performance pitch conditions that meet the highest global standards.
For cricket, the complex will offer a pristine international-standard oval, with professional-grade training nets and dedicated changing facilities. The ground’s design includes a grass bank for casual viewing and a 100-seat stand, balancing spectator accessibility with a relaxed, inclusive atmosphere.
Both the football and cricket facilities are expected to open after the summer this year.
Indoor shooting range sets new standards for region
A highlight of the new development is a 15,000 sqm indoor shooting facility, the first of its kind in the region. It will feature 25m and 50m pistol ranges, as well as a 200m multifunctional shotgun and rifle range – making it a pioneering destination for both competitive and recreational shooting.
The shooting facility is currently targeting an opening in early 2026, with February as a tentative milestone – although timelines remain flexible to accommodate final construction and testing phases.
Alongside the ranges, a stylish on-site restaurant will provide a unique social and leisure element, enhancing the visitor experience and encouraging longer, more fulfilling stays.
Cycling and jogging track facilities
Promoting health and wellbeing beyond traditional sport, the project also includes dedicated cycling and jogging track facilities that integrate directly with JA Lake View Hotel, JA Beach Hotel, and JA Palm Tree Court. These tracks are designed to provide scenic, accessible jogging and serious running routes for all fitness levels, enabling guests to combine wellness with nature and hospitality in one connected environment.
The JA Sports & Shooting Club project underscores JA Resorts & Hotels’ long-standing commitment to excellence, innovation, and the future of sport in Dubai and the UAE. With completion progressing on schedule, the facility is expected to attract local, regional, and international interest across multiple disciplines from elite competition to grassroots development and family recreation.
Further details, including an official opening date and upcoming events, will be shared in due course.